ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't be too hard on others or you may have to do all the work on your own. Encouragement and optimism will carry you to the finish line. You will make the best impression by being cost- and time- efficient. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You've got to be strong and determined if you want things to go your way. Do not put up with game-playing or maneuvering. This is no time to falter when so much is on the line. Turn changes into a positive. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Put your attributes to the test and don't give in to emotional issues. Expect someone who depends on you to give you grief. You can make some extra cash but don't pay for someone else's mistakes. An opportunity is coming down the pipeline. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Accepting change is necessary if you want to avoid getting stuck with someone else's responsibilities. Put a little extra effort in at home and you will feel better about your place and surroundings. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There is more to what's going on around you than you realize. Remember things you endured as a child and you will know exactly what to do with the situation you face now. Sudden changes in contracts or financial affairs are likely. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Put passion first and anger last. Do not get manipulated into something that won't work for you. If you don't like the information you are being given, research until you find a way to overcome whatever you are facing. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Something is going on behind your back. Networking and openly discussing what you would like to see happen will hold a lot of clout and help you stay in whatever game you are playing. Don't allow anyone to push you around. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can change the canvas if you apply your creative talent and your know-how to get what you want. A problem at home may have you questioning your personal relationships. You will feel better once you address a misconception. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Expect anyone you have been unfair with to retaliate. You may have to back down if you don't want to be embarrassed. Arguing will only add to your frustration. Expand your circle of friends. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You've got more control than you think. You can stabilize your position by making a few changes to the way you do things. Don't give in to someone you love when he or she is asking for too much. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look back at your life and the people who have come and gone. If there is someone you wish to hook up with, do so. Making the effort will likely change the course of your life. Love is on the rise. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You'll be torn between what you can and cannot do. Someone may challenge you and what you know. Back away from controversy until you have a better handle on the way you really feel. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't wait to see what everyone else is doing. A positive change will lead to a better understanding of what you can do to obtain greater stability and happiness. Demand answers if someone is giving you the runaround. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Someone you think you can trust will play an emotional game with you. Someone older or with more experience will shed some light on your personal situation. Troubles with friends or children can be expected. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Make up your mind about what you want to do and who you want to do things with. Once you set your goals, they will be easy to achieve. Love is in the stars and, with a few encouraging words, you will attract the right kind of attention. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Give in to change because it's the right move, not because someone is trying to manipulate you to do so. Be careful not to give in to demands. Take action and show everyone you aren't a pushover. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You've got nothing to lose and everything to gain by going after your dreams wholeheartedly. You will learn a great deal about others if you put your Leo charm to good use. Combine compliments with questions you want answered. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Someone may try to convince you of something that isn't right for you. Don't give in. Stay with your own way of doing things. Stick to the budget you've set and remember you cannot buy love. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't hang around waiting for someone else to do the work when you will do the best job if you go it alone. Socializing will open up all sorts of new opportunities, leading to personal and professional gains. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don't give in to someone trying to undermine your confidence. All you have to do is make a few slight changes and you will be off and running in a direction that is workable for you. Take action, stand tall and you will succeed. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep your emotions out of the equation, especially if you are discussing plans for the future. You cannot let anyone take over or interfere. Love is on the rise and a late night engagement will bring you great pleasure. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't give in to someone's emotional whims, especially if money is involved. A change in the way you do things financially will surprise others and bring you greater wealth. Don't be fooled by someone's bragging. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your ability to put your charm to good use will help you out vocationally and positively affect the way people treat you. You don't have to use force to get your way -- honesty, integrity and compliments will suffice. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't let your anxiety ruin your plans. If you are too aggressive or come across as too desperate, you will push away the people you need to help you. Be honest about what you can do and who you need to bring on board. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put your problems behind you and enjoy time with friends or get involved in a project. A change at home will have you rethinking where you want to live and the lifestyle you want to pursue. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don't let anyone get wind of what you are up to before you have your plans in place. Instant gratification will be yours if you move quickly and take any competition you have by surprise. Your choices will probably upset someone initially. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Someone may try to take advantage of you, so listen carefully. You have to be a part of whatever is going on around you if you want to keep things moving along smoothly. Speak from the heart. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotional issues will take center stage, giving rise to things you may not want to deal with. If you ignore what's going on, you can never sort through the mess. Be a little bit pushy and you can come out on top. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can make some substantial improvements to a relationship if you talk convincingly about what your dreams, hopes and wishes are for the future. Now is a great time to make personal plans and to find out exactly where you stand. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don't doubt your own abilities. Invest in something you do well and forget about helping someone else get ahead. If you negotiate well, you can satisfy yourself and the people you are dealing with. Money can be made. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Chat about one of your ideas while networking or socializing. Before you know it, you'll have plenty of help getting things done. Approaching the people who can complement your plans will move you forward with confidence. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your emotions may cause you to misinterpret what's actually being said. Don't overreact. Things are not as bad as you think and, with patience and a little guidance from a loved one, things can be worked out positively. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Expect to come into money, have one of your investments pay off or have something returned that you thought was gone forever. With love and your charm, you will be able to coax anyone you care for to join in the plans you have. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You have to let everyone know where you stand if you want to keep things moving along. If you force your will on others, expect to face opposition. Be smart and it will turn into a winning situation. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put thoughts down on paper and you will come up with a plan that will put your skills to work. Consider joining a group project you feel strongly about and you will hook up with someone who can help you get over some of your fears or bad habits. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can make some important connections. A creative job you want to get off the ground will interest someone who can contribute in surprising ways. Don't let a negative friend or lover discourage you. 5 stars