ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Words matter, so speak up and clear the air. Face the facts and do what needs to be done to end this year on a high note.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Communicate, get together with friends or relatives and discuss the highs and lows of the year gone by. Let go of the past and look to the future with optimism.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Listen carefully. Don’t misinterpret what someone tells you. Sharing information that may not be true will make you look bad. Question anyone who is evasive or who tends to exaggerate.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Spread some joy. An innovative idea will bring you closer to a loved one. Consider sporting a trendy new look and surprising everyone with a touch of dazzle.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Embrace life and enjoy taking part in activities and social events that encourage meeting new people. Be eager to listen, but not as willing to share personal information.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can settle any differences you have by approaching problems with heart and compassion. Understanding all sides of a situation will help you put things in perspective. Romance is amplified.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Speak up if you disagree with the way someone treats you or if you witness an injustice during social interactions with friends or family. Keep the peace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Visiting an older relative will lead to valuable information that will help you better understand your family history. Your connection to someone quite unique or different from you will grow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Partnerships will undergo positive changes. Open up about your feelings, expectations and hopes. Much can be established that will help you achieve your dreams.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Share your emotions with someone you love and trust. Making sure you are both on the same page will encourage you to proceed with confidence. A romantic celebration is overdue.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Events that involve children or encourage you to socialize are favored. Sign up to help those less fortunate or make a donation that will bring a smile to someone’s face.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Share your true feelings and make plans with a loved one. A romantic evening or a promise that will make someone happy should be on your agenda.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are best off doing your own thing, getting your personal papers up to date and forgoing a debate with someone who could influence your future.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you care about someone, now's the time to let him or her know. You don’t have to buy an elaborate gift; you can just share your feelings and time. Romance is in the stars.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You’ll be given the wrong information or directions. Don’t be too trusting or willing to let someone use emotional manipulation to get you to do his or her dirty work.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Getting together with a friend or colleague will lead to an interesting idea that will tempt you to get involved in something unusual. Don’t give all your secrets away or make a commitment without more information.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An opportunity will change your direction and life. Get the facts before you share your plans with loved ones. The choices you make won’t please everyone, but this time you have to please yourself first.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Calm down to deter others from overreacting. Take a stand when it comes to indulgent behavior. Be the mature one in your group and avoid trouble.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Getting together with peers, relatives or people who have chosen a different path than you have will tweak your intelligence and give you reason to consider making a lifestyle change.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- A kind gesture will help you seal a deal or understand how you can improve an important relationship. A personal change will make you stand out and will bring a positive response.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Ask yourself emotional questions and be honest about your feelings and expectations. It’s up to you to bring about positive change.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Stand your ground and make choices based on what you can afford and what you feel comfortable doing. A promise you make to someone should be based on what’s doable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Time spent at home with your family or friends will encourage you to make a lifestyle change. Recognize the things that will enhance your life, and make the right choices.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Communication, travel and dealings with people you don’t always see eye-to-eye with will lead to an unwanted predicament. Don’t overreact; just go about your business. Change begins within.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Push for what you want. Don’t stop until you are satisfied with your effort and the results you get. A gift, bonus or unexpected reward is heading your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Sign up for something you want to learn. Talk to an expert about the possibility of picking his or her brain or apprenticing. Opportunity is within reach.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Emotions will fester if someone is not being up-front with you. Check the facts before you agree to something that could end up being more trouble than it’s worth.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you share your unique ideas, you’ll be surprised at the interest someone shows. A makeover will give you the pick-me-up you need to help build your confidence and attract attention.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Have fun with children or volunteer to help out in your community. What you contribute will raise your profile and make you and your loved ones proud.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don’t give in to someone pestering you for something you can’t afford or don’t want to do. Make moderate choices and stick to them, regardless of what others do.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A change will do you good and help you adjust to an offer that you find tempting. Don’t let anyone make you feel bad or guilty for the choices you make.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Love is on the rise, and plans to romance someone special should be put into play. Sharing a quality moment will help cement an important relationship.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You’ll have a change of heart when it comes to personal matters. Look at the past, learn from your mistakes and do what’s required to turn a negative into a positive.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Get everyone at home involved in the preparations and changes you want to make. Purging and donating things you no longer need is favored.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Say what’s on your mind and clear the air. You cannot move forward unless you take care of unfinished business. Changes at home will give you something to look forward to.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Choose your battles wisely. Walk away from impossible situations. You will feel better and accomplish more if you concentrate on your personal finances, contracts or on handling someone else’s affairs.