ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Assess your financial situation, personal contracts and the possibility of making a change that could improve your life. A joint venture can help create extended opportunities.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Keep busy, be productive and use your energy wisely. Reach your objective by taking action, and avoid an argumentative process with someone who is making your life difficult.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Think big, but live within your means. If you want to make a change, be willing to do the work. Home improvements can be made, but ask for the necessary approval first.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Listen and learn. If you are doing all the talking, you are not going to be aware of who is on your side and who isn’t. Keep your secrets to yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Not everyone will want to take part in your plans, but those who do will help create a memorable day. Sharing ideas will lead to an opportunity to take part in something exciting.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Enhance your plans by inviting people you enjoy along for the ride. A personal change will lead to compliments and a lifestyle change.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You may not get along with everyone you encounter today, but if you offer sound suggestions and fulfill your promises, you will gain the approval you need to advance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- A conversation with an opponent will give insight into how to best adjust your plans. Handling personal problems properly will make a difference. Romance is highlighted.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be consistent with how you handle people and spend your money. Use your intelligence and finesse to weed out anyone or anything that might disrupt your plans.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Spend time making your surroundings more inviting. Don’t argue with someone who doesn’t like your ideas. Ask for suggestions and incorporate ones that will please everyone.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don’t let what someone else does upset you. Go about your business and do your own thing. The way you deal with an unexpected change will affect your reputation.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Moderation will be required. Don’t feel that you must keep up with someone who is being excessive or trying to entice you to get involved in something that could cause emotional distress.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- An opportunity may not turn out as planned. Make sure you have your facts right before you ask others to get involved. A change of plans will affect you physically.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- As long as you are consistent, you can avoid controversy. Kindness and understanding will help ease any stress between you and someone you care about. Romance is recommended.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Try to avoid getting caught in someone else’s plan, or you’ll end up taking care of responsibilities that will eat into the time you should be spending taking care of your own affairs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Get out and mingle with people who make you smile. Don’t waste time on those who can see only the negative and always criticize. Make romance and socializing priorities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may want to rethink your plans. Make adjustments that will offset what someone else has decided to do. Depend on only yourself if you want things to run smoothly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Precision and detail will be required when dealing with home and family issues. Make sure your personal documents are up-to-date. A change of scenery will lift your spirits.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don’t let a negative individual bring you down. Surround yourself with people who enjoy the same things you do. If someone complains, suggest they join you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Taking a day trip or attending a reunion will be enlightening. Sharing the experience with a loved one will lead to positive changes. Romance is encouraged.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You can enthusiastically talk about what you want to do without actually going overboard or overspending. With a practical plan in place and an enthusiastic attitude, much can be accomplished.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Listen to common sense, not some harebrained idea that someone is trying to sell you. A change should be made because it is beneficial, not because you want to impress someone.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Do something because it’s what’s best for you. Don’t alter your plans if someone decides to pull out after agreeing to participate.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Easy does it when you are tinkering with someone’s emotions. Getting along with your peers will be in your best interest if you want to avoid being left out.

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.