ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your generosity will win favors. Touch base with former colleagues to find suggestions that will help you get ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Look at every angle before plunging into something that you’ve never done before. Talk to an expert and find out how to best prepare for something you want to pursue.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don’t get all worked up over nothing. Concentrate on what you must get done. Letting a competitive person bother you will slow you down. Believe in your skills and intelligence.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Plan to get out and socialize or get involved in a creative pursuit that will let your imagination explore the possibilities. Romance will ease stress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Nurture important relationships. Show compassion and understanding, but don’t let someone get away with bad behavior. Use incentives to encourage positive reactions and a willingness to meet you halfway.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Make a change at home that will lower your overhead. A more efficiently functional and environmentally friendly place to reside will leave you more cash to play with.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Keep an open mind when dealing with older relatives. Sometimes it pays to listen to the voice of reason or experience. Slow down, think matters through and avoid making a mistake.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don’t take on someone else’s problems. Focus on your own pursuits and the personal changes you want to make. Offer suggestions, not cash or your time, to anyone making demands.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be innovative and come up with a plan that will help you get ahead. The past is filled with all sorts of experiences that can help you make better choices now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Make yourself crystal clear when discussing your plans. You may face some opposition, but the feedback you get will be valid and will encourage you to make helpful adjustments.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don’t feel the need to make a snap decision to accommodate someone trying to coerce or manipulate you into something you should probably avoid.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If you look for answers, you will find a way to overcome a hidden agenda someone has. A positive gain is within reach if you invest in yourself, your skills and positive partnerships.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take note of what others are doing to get a better idea of what you should do next. It’s how you react that will make a difference to the outcome of a situation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A change of heart will leave you in a precarious position. Protect yourself emotionally, financially or physically. If you choose to remain calm, you will find a way to handle uncertainty.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A timeout will do you good. Consider what you have and the changes going on around you. Take better care of your personal belongings and your important relationships.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don’t sit idle when you should be making moves and creating opportunities. Use your intelligence and charm to convince others to help you get what you want. Romance is featured.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take better care of your health, property and possessions. Simplicity and moderation will help prevent an argument with someone concerned about your generosity or indulgent habits.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Discuss your intentions and feelings. Someone's response will affect how you move forward, and a change at home will give you hope and bring you joy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don’t leave anything to chance. The more things you do for yourself, the better off you’ll be. If you count on others, you will be disappointed. Listen to your head and protect your heart.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Observe how others react. The changes going on around you may be subtle but telling. Aggression isn’t the answer, but discussion and compromise will bring you closer to a workable solution.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Fact-checking will help you avoid being taken advantage of by an expert manipulator. Take notes and ask reliable people to verify what you have been told.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Personal gains can be made. The changes you indulge in should be geared toward relaxing, updating your look and improving your relationship with the people you care about most.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Emotions will mount. Don’t let someone goad you into something you will end up regretting. You don’t have to join in. Don’t let temptation be your downfall.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Get involved in something that excites you. Offering your assistance or collaborating with someone who can help you reach your goals will pay off. Partnerships are favored.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You’ll be better off maintaining your position rather than taking chances that could disrupt your life. Stick to what you know and do best.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Live, learn and let go. Take a step forward and reach out to positive people who will help you advance. Put anger aside and strive for personal perfection.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Be careful while traveling and dealing with institutions or hospitals. Ask questions and get the lowdown before you agree to anything that has a risk factor. Protect your reputation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Be creative in how you run your household or deal with professional responsibilities. A partnership will have its advantages, as long as both parties think innovatively.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be fired up by the changes going on around you, but fighting a losing battle will just deplete your energy. Pay more attention to what you can do, not to what you cannot.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Home improvements should help lower your expenses and make life more convenient. Updates should be geared toward efficiency. A personal gain is heading your way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Take what others do or say seriously, but don’t overreact to compensate for something you have no control over. Try not to get caught up in someone else’s gossip, meddling and mistakes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Take better care of yourself physically. Avoid unnecessary risks. Discipline, exercise and good eating habits will bring the best results. A personal relationship will enhance your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Put your thoughts and time into low-overhead moneymaking ventures that will make your life easier. Enforcing a routine will help you avoid getting sidetracked by interference.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Explain your emotional position to someone you want to help. Making an adjustment will encourage others to do so as well. Love will bring better results than force.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Look inward and question any of your habits that are taking up too much of your time or eating away at your funds. A minimalist attitude will help you get back on track.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Take the lead and keep moving forward until you are far ahead. How you manage your money and negotiate personal business will make a difference.