ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't take criticism to heart. Learn from the experience someone offers you. Don’t let your emotions take the reins. Being patient will pay off and will lead to better options.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take advantage of an opportunity. Don’t let uncertainty lead to hesitation and regret. Let your intuition take charge, and trust your ability to take care of business.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Events that focus on information, knowledge and technology will be beneficial. Check your bank balance before you spend money on unnecessary items. Don’t fall victim to a polished sales pitch or pressure tactics.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Take the path that excites you. Let your mind wander, and enjoy life. A change someone makes will interest you. Find out more and consider how you can benefit from doing something similar.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Travel will cost more than anticipated. The people you encounter along the way will be eager to part you from your money. Caution, coupled with penny-pinching, will pay off.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Expand your interests, friendships and knowledge. Attend functions offering information that will help you get ahead and connect you to people who can further your interests.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Simple plans will be less expensive. If you overdo it, you will end up backtracking. Don’t overreact if met with opposition. Channel your energy into something that counts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Pursuing projects that stimulate your mind and challenge your imagination will bring you the most satisfaction. Don’t limit what you can do by the company you keep.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Get involved in challenging activities. You will learn a lot about yourself in competitive situations. Everyone you encounter will admire your honesty and fair play.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't let your emotions interfere with your professional integrity. Someone you care about may let you down or criticize the way you do things. Take charge of your happiness and please yourself.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Follow your heart and do what you enjoy most. Your determination and discipline will bring good results and make you feel good about who you are and what you do.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Step up and prepare to take control. You’ve got what it takes to turn your ideas into reality. Follow your heart in both personal and professional matters. Romance is favored.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Try to get along with your peers. Build friendships, but don't get intimately involved with a co-worker. Use your skills masterfully and your intelligence to gain respect and support.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Get out and mingle. Don't be surprised if someone from your past has his or her eye on you. Be careful: He or she probably hasn’t changed much.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you make waves, expect to deal with the consequences. Accept the inevitable and get on with your life. Say what's on your mind and don't mince words or be gullible.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Consider what makes you tick, and don’t be afraid to try something new. You are in a creative cycle and should follow your heart and dreams. Romance is encouraged.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t annoy someone close to you. Being sensitive to the needs of others will help you avoid an emotional impasse. Extravagance and indulgence will lead to financial problems.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Share your thoughts and feelings to get what you want. If you expand a plan and improve your skills and knowledge, you’ll achieve the lifestyle you desire.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You'll tend to take on too much. Your empathetic nature will make it difficult to say no. Consider the emotional cost involved before you agree to something compromising.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Your intellectual charm will win favors from people who can help you get ahead. Use your talent strategically to not only voice your opinion, but to bring about positive change.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Verify any information offered to you before you make a decision. Stick close to home and to people you know you can trust. Emotional manipulation will leave you in a vulnerable position.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Separate business from pleasure. Look for a unique way to promote an old idea. Be careful not to exhaust yourself mentally, physically or emotionally. Aim to ease stress, not to compound it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Work diligently to reach your objective. Avoid situations that could tie up your time with unnecessary chatter. Put your needs first, and walk away from stressful or unpredictable situations.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Financial self-deception will cause problems. Think before you make an expenditure you can’t justify. Help yourself before giving your time, money or services to others.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Listen to others, but don’t let anyone make decisions for you. Be true to your beliefs and needs, and follow through with your plans. Charm, not stubbornness, will help you reach your objective.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Personal gain can be yours if you share your ideas and collaborate with like-minded people. Let go of regrets and know enough to walk away from emotionally manipulative people.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Avoid getting into a discussion with someone who exhausts you. Focus on the good you can do, not on negative people or someone pressuring you to take a risk.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't deny yourself the desire for something new or different. Refuse to let fear stop you from experiencing what life has to offer. When opportunity knocks, open the door. Romance is favored.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A dead-end project should be cut loose. Think twice before you pursue an unrealistic endeavor. Concentrate on the people and projects that will enhance your life instead of those that hold you back.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You’ll face opposition if you aren’t willing to meet someone halfway. Don’t ignore the signals someone is sending you. If you neglect your personal or professional responsibilities, problems will occur.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't allow anyone to use you as his or her puppet. You've worked hard to get where you are, and it’s time to recognize your value. Stand up for your rights.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Spend more time building a solid foundation. Learn from your experiences and branch out in a direction that excites you. Romance is in the stars.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Changes to how or where you live will turn out better than anticipated. Listen to your heart, not to what someone else tries to lead you to believe.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Reconnecting with someone will prompt you to revisit a goal you have yet to reach. Make a personal change that will add to your appeal and boost your confidence.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Think about what you have, what you want and the best way to achieve your goal. Take a closer look at your motives and future, and make a change.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Put personal papers in order. Don't say things you don’t mean. Being frank will spare you emotional grief. The changes you experience will alter your outlook.