ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't waste time on difficult people. You must focus on the positive and strive to use your ideas to help you build a better life. Putting up with demanding individuals will only get you down and lead nowhere. Change is needed. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Welcome any challenge that comes your way. It will be easy to impress everyone with the way you handle competition. Use your charm and communication skills to ferret out information that will allow you to win favors and approval. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Troubles at home will spill over into your professional life. You have to separate your dealings before you end up handling both work and home poorly. Focus on what you can change and enlist people who can help you. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Speak up about the way you feel, but don't make major changes before you have been given the OK. A move that affects other people must be handled cautiously, or you may end up looking bad and causing financial and emotional stress. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't leap when one step at a time will bring you better results. You will miss out on an opportunity if you are too aggressive or try to do everything on your own. Enlist the help of someone whose skills complement your own. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take a pass if money is an issue. Avoid lending, borrowing or misplacing money and possessions. Don't trust anyone to do a job that requires your undivided attention and skill. Take care of your own business and excel. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get away, do something that makes you feel good or spend time with someone you love. The peace of mind you gain from rest and relaxation will help you make a decision regarding how you will proceed with future prospects. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Let your imagination wander. The direction you pursue and the plans you make will excite someone who can help you achieve the success you desire. Lay down some ground rules before you get started. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't cover up someone else's mistake. You have to protect your personal and professional position. Someone is likely to misinterpret you in order to make you look bad. Fight for your rights and avoid untrustworthy people. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Size up your situation financially and domestically. You may have to downsize or make some changes at home in order to feel comfortable with your current position. Providing a space that can be used for extra income will pay off. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put love first. If you feel strongly about something or someone, speak up and make decisions that will help stabilize your situation. Being diverse and adaptable will work in your favor. Taking control will command attention. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't look in the obvious places for help. You cannot rely on friends or relatives, but you can enlist the help of a group or an acquaintance working toward the same goal. Sharing common interests will bring the best results. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be careful not to push too hard. Someone will take you the wrong way and push back. Charm will get you so much further ahead. Once you have what you want, you must channel your angst into physically following through with your plans. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get out and push your opinions and suggestions. Originality will attract attention and an interesting proposal. Communication is the key to advancement. Face-to-face conversations will bring the best results. Speak from the heart. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus more on your financial situation, where to put your money and how you can budget better in the future. Discipline and determination will pay off if you set your strategy to suit your needs. Don't let love cost you. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't be shy. Express your feelings and share your ideas. Change is upon you, and the end result can be favorable if you are willing to make a few adjustments. A partnership will offer more than you initially realize. Prepare to compromise. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make plans to travel if it will help you find the information you require to advance. Good fortune awaits if you make the right choice now. A move will help you build a better future. When opportunity knocks, jump. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don't let a personal relationship stand in your way. You have to focus on detail and doing a good job if you want to get ahead. Walk away from anyone playing emotional games with you or ruining your chance to advance. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Look at the big picture and concentrate on learning something that will help you move in a direction that allows you to do the things you enjoy. Change may be frightening and costly, but it will lead to satisfaction. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): An old friend can play an interesting role in your future plans. Discuss your ideas and take a position that will allow you to work with someone you respect and who you feel is the right fit for what you are trying to accomplish. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Tie up loose ends at work and deal with any problem you have with a colleague before a misunderstanding gets out of control. The changes you make at home will be met with opposition if you don't ask for approval first. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Call the shots before someone starts making decisions for you. Making improvements at home and to your financial situation will ease your stress and allow you greater freedom to explore new avenues. An investment will pay off. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Use what you have and market your talents. Greater determination will allow you to masterfully acquire what you want from someone you enjoy spending time with. Discipline and hard work will win favors and friendships while achieving your goals. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You have to weigh the pros and cons of any partnership you form and make sure that whoever you are dealing with is thinking of your best interests. Someone who is jealous or threatened by your achievements will hold you back. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't be disheartened by what someone says. Trust in your judgment and follow your heart. Resurrect goals and modify them to fit the changing times. Your ideas are good; all that's required is fine-tuning. Love is in the stars. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put power and authority in your voice if you want something. Pressure may not be your style, but today it will help you make your point and get your way. A contract, interview or professional advancement is looking positive. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take care of your health and your emotional outlook, and refuse to argue. Discipline and changes that can improve your life should be your intent. Love is on the rise, but poor choices will lead to trouble. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pour time and energy into creative projects and do your best to explain whatever situation you are being questioned about in an objective but descriptive manner. How you present yourself and your beliefs will make a difference. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may crave change, but don't go overboard. Size up your situation and look at the responsibilities that are likely to develop before you take a leap of faith that has potential to spin out of control. Baby steps will be your best bet. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be true to you; don't let someone turn you into someone you're not. Confusion regarding partnerships is apparent, and it will be necessary to step back from a relationship to re-evaluate your position and intentions. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Listen carefully to get the inside scoop regarding how to take advantage of an opportunity. Make a change in the way you do your job, or pick up a skill that contributes to earning more cash. Hard work will pay off. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Someone from your past will come through for you regarding a job or a partnership that has potential to raise your status. Make a space at home that will be conducive to enhancing your creativity and expanding your financial prospects. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Put your heart on the line and spell out what you feel you need in your life to achieve greater satisfaction and happiness. You will not receive unless you ask. You'll know quickly if someone is in your corner or opposing you. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Explosive situations always lead to disaster. Avoid anyone who is erratic or refusing to listen to reason. Focus on what you can do to improve your domestic situation and your physical surroundings. A change of residence or upgrading your home will help your emotional outlook. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Old friends will help you reach personal goals. An effort to fix whatever isn't working for you will result in greater encouragement. Love is in the stars. Spending time with someone who strives to live a healthy lifestyle will enhance your life. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't let confusion lead you down the wrong path. If someone is sending mixed signals or won't offer a straight answer, move on. A change of heart will occur when you realize the motives someone is harboring. 2 stars