ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Look at every situation open-mindedly. How you come to a decision and carry out your plans should also include how others will be influenced by your actions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Test your thoughts and ideas on others. Sharing with a close friend or relative will help you decide what’s doable and what isn’t. Constructive criticism should be valued, not shunned.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Past experiences will help you recognize what’s right for you and what isn’t. Make changes based on facts and on what you need, not on what someone tells you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Help others and you will find joy in giving. The connections you make will encourage you to socialize more. Love and romance are on the rise, and new beginnings look promising.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t let your ego get in the way. Emotional matters will surface if you are too quick to judge and act in haste. Concentrate on personal growth, not on changing others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Spend time updating your qualifications, appearance and important relationships. Attend functions and network with your peers. If you show interest in others, you’ll gain respect.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Take in information before you get into a discussion with someone who thinks differently than you. Get your facts straight and have your thoughts in place. Preparation will make a difference.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Let your actions be your voice. It’s what you do and how you treat someone that will make a difference. Don’t force change on others when you can coax them with incentives, kindness and love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don’t be tempted by a false impression that someone's peddling. If you consider the logistics of what’s being said or suggested, you’ll realize the risks involved. Use your intelligence to combat fabrication.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Focus on your target. Dismiss emotions that could stand in your way. Show confidence and make the changes you deem necessary. Celebrate your victory with a loved one.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Stick to the basics and don’t make a hasty decision. Give yourself enough time to adjust to what’s going on and to react without letting your emotions get in the way.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Sign up, get started and do whatever it takes to bring about the changes necessary to fulfill your dream. Much can be accomplished if you dig in and make things happen.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Lay down some ground rules if you feel someone is being too controlling. Use your intelligence and have facts ready to back your feelings and decisions. Handle relationships with care.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Keep moving and don’t stop until you are satisfied with what you’ve done. Expect to face opposition if you make a change that will disrupt your household or plans.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Consider your options and what you’ll have to contend with to pursue your goal. Rely on your skills to help you get ahead, not on someone who is making empty promises.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Stay calm when dealing with partnerships. Before you jump to conclusions, consider every aspect of the situation and how to best make it work for everyone involved. Compromise will pay off.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Get the go-ahead before you make changes that will affect other people. Communication will help broaden your awareness about emotional issues that have been ignored for too long.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Let the past go. If you hold grudges, you will miss out on something special. Take the plunge and get involved in something meaningful. Romance is on the rise.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don’t labor over things you cannot change. Forward motion and new beginnings will help you expand your interests and friendships, and encourage you to use your skills more diversely.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If change is what you want, do something to make it happen. Your actions will be what makes a difference. Stop spinning your wheels.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Listen earnestly and acknowledge what others are doing, but don’t feel that you must be a follower. Use whatever information you gather to help in your own pursuit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t make a fuss when you should be making a move. If you don’t like something, walk away. Don’t take care of someone else’s business when you should be dealing with your own.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Consider what you want and how to make it happen. Check out the changes that need to be made and decide whether the effort's worthwhile. Pay attention to detail.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- A minimalist attitude will help you stretch your budget and reach your goal. Distance yourself from anyone who isn’t playing fair or is trying to entice you to be excessive.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Expand your mind, learn something new and look for opportunities that allow you to use your many skills. Opportunity is within reach if you follow your heart.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A physical or personal change will lift your spirits. Stop talking about what you want to do and start doing it. You are the master of your happiness.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You’ll get a quick education regarding partnerships if you are too trusting. Don’t make a change just because someone else does. Think and do for yourself, and avoid being manipulated.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don’t dwell on the negative. Concentrate on doing what makes you happy and helps you feel healthy. Added discipline will help you reach your goal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you share your thoughts, the results could be unexpected. Choose your words wisely and show compassion and understanding toward others. Practice what you preach.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Pay less attention to what others do and more attention to what you can achieve. A lifestyle change will be rejuvenating and will spark ideas that bring you closer to a loved one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Let your intelligence shine through. Put your emotions aside and do what’s right and best for everyone. If someone is challenging you, know enough to walk away. Surround yourself with positive people.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- A new change will require a learning curve, but it will ultimately be beneficial. Taking on a new challenge will bring you in contact with someone who shares your interests. Romance is on the rise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Use your imagination, but also rely on practicality and common sense if you want to get ahead. Don't make hasty decisions without enough information.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you play with someone’s emotional vulnerabilities, you will end up dealing with the backlash. Show compassion and understanding if you want to come out on top.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Share what you have to offer, what you would like to pursue and where you think you should begin. Once you have a plan in place, everything else will flow naturally.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Help yourself before you move on to helping others. You have to be on stable ground mentally, emotionally and physically to give your all.