ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may know what you want, but make sure to think about the people who will be affected by your decision. Change is only useful if the results you get benefit everyone. Slow down and choose wisely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Let your feelings rise to the surface, and find out where you stand. You may not like what you hear, but it will give you a place to start if you want to improve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Have an open mind, listen to what others have to say and be willing to make reasonable, minor adjustments. Defuse tense situations.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you care and share, you will make a difference. Personal improvements will diminish insecurities that have been holding you back. Don’t be hesitant to engage in events and activities. You may meet someone special.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Hold on to a secret or a surprise you are planning. Prepare to make a big splash when the time is right. A premature gesture won’t render the results you want.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Participation will change your life. Become more engaged in matters that concern you, sign up, speak up and make a difference. Romance is on the rise, and socializing is recommended.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A change in the way you make or handle your money or to the way you negotiate will lead to more available cash. Discipline will help you make positive adjustments.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Emotional matters will need to be addressed, but first consider using actions rather than words to get what you want. Show your feelings and make positive adjustments.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Check out your options before you approach institutions or large corporations with your plans. Preparation will be the deciding factor when it comes to your success.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t fear doing things your way or taking a different approach. Try updating something to suit the changing times. Romance is highlighted.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Mull over your plans before you share them with others. If someone wants to take a different path, so be it; do what works best for you. Build your own opportunities.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You have plenty to contribute. Don’t hesitate to move forward with your plans or to implement change that will help you reach your goal. Treat opposition with dignity, not with force.

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.