ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Keep busy and take care of matters personally. Your ability to see what needs to be done will far exceed what anyone else can offer.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Embrace life and be willing to try something new. The more you learn and experience, the further ahead you’ll be. Love and romance will bring you closer to someone special.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Make your decisions based on what you know, not on what someone tells you. You’ll be misled if you give someone the chance to do your thinking for you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Explore, do something new and exciting and express the way you feel about someone with an affectionate gesture. A makeover or trendy new look will give your ego a boost.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Slow down and take a break. Give yourself a chance to mull over what you should do. Having a good plan in place will help you avoid making a mistake.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Home improvements are featured. A change will lift your spirits and encourage you to enjoy life and engage in events that stir your emotions. Romance is in the stars.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You can make domestic or lifestyle changes if you plan your actions carefully. When in doubt, say no and wait for something better to come along.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- A personal update will make you feel good about your appearance. The compliments you receive will give you added confidence. Love and romance are on the rise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Stay on top of a situation that could affect your reputation. Don’t reveal personal information to someone who is monkeying about in your business or using emotional tactics to manipulate you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Say little and do a lot. Bring about changes that will make others take notice. An opportunity will be too good to pass up. An agreement will change your life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Slow down and think matters through. You have plenty of time to develop a solid plan before you make a move. Keep your life simple and modest.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Share your thoughts and feelings and make your intentions known. A joint venture is favored, once you work out all the small but important details. Compromise will lead to solutions.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your desire to help others is a good thing, as long as you don’t neglect your needs. Don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Learn from experience. A strategic move will pay off.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don’t let anger or emotions lead to bad choices. Gather the facts before you jump to conclusions and disrupt your position or reputation. Stability is your strength.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Plant seeds, but don’t oversell your idea. Being straightforward and only promising what you can manage are all that’s required. Honesty and integrity will help you avoid criticism and loss.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Make plans with someone you love, or host an event at your place. Mixing business with pleasure will lead to new opportunities and better relationships with your peers.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Emotions will mount when dealing with sensitive issues. Don’t say something that will lead to an unwanted change. Listen to others and mull over a situation carefully before you respond.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A financial investment can be made if you do your due diligence. Don’t take someone else’s word; do your fact-checking and make choices based on intelligence, experience and logistics.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you push a little harder, you will get what you want. If you wait for someone else to do the work for you, few rewards will come your way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Share your concerns and ideas. Don’t argue with someone who won’t listen or take good advice. Concentrate on those willing to work with you, not against you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don’t join in if someone pressures you to do something excessive. A cautious approach will spare you the trouble that will unfold if you are a follower instead of a leader.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Now is a good time to secure your position personally or professionally. Look over your papers, finances and state of mind, and make adjustments that will ease your stress.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Put your energy into something worthwhile. Don’t make a snap decision if you feel uncertain or a risk is involved. Focus on what’s doable. Moderation is in your best interest.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You’ll need to make an adjustment if you want to avoid a loss. Go over your financial papers to find a way to cut corners. A partnership needs to be reassessed.

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.