ARIES (March 21-April 19): An emotional incident can be expected. The way you handle peers, colleagues, clients or anyone you do business with will make a difference to your future direction and prospects. Do not divulge secret information or get involved in a secret encounter. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Pick up the pace. Take on a worthy cause or do what you can to support your community. A sense of belonging will bring you closer to people sharing your concerns. Listen carefully to what's being offered. Respond with enthusiasm. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Protect your assets and keep tabs on what and whom you owe. Negotiate legal and contractual issues, but be sure to get whatever you agree upon in writing. A personal relationship can cause you grief due to uncertainty or infidelity. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotions will be close to the surface. Put your effort into a creative endeavor, learning a language or trying something unusual. Getting together with someone from a different background will broaden your outlook. A partnership will enhance your life. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Stubbornness will be followed with repercussions if you aren't willing to compromise. Additional responsibilities may weigh you down, but the rewards will be worth your while. A change in attitude will help you find common ground with someone you are at odds with. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Emphasize what you can do for others as well as what you can learn. Do not mix business with pleasure or let a professional incident escalate. A chance to integrate what you know into a project that interests you will pay off. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will learn from the people you encounter and the places you visit. A cultural event will spark ideas and new possibilities. You'll be surprised at how easy it is to change direction if you take action and make it happen. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You'll be daydreaming and tweaking your imagination with the thoughts you ponder. Create a plan that can buy you the freedom you want and start the ball rolling. You'll get help from an unusual source. Do whatever it takes to reach your goals. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may desire change, but don't do anything rash. Self-improvement will help you project a better image and more confidence. Love and romance are in the stars, but honesty may be lacking. Check motives before you give your heart away. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Follow a path that you feel comfortable pursuing. Get involved with people you feel can and will help you reach your goals. Express your emotions openly and take suggestions someone makes seriously. Communication will lead to resolution. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You'll have to deal with pressure and added responsibility. Dealing with someone in an authoritative position may be intimidating, but if you are well-prepared you should be able to handle any situations you face. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Concentrate on your skills and talents and put them to the test. Networking functions will enable you to connect with people who are trying to reach similar goals. Banding together with the right people will pay off. 5 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take advantage of the changes going on around you. It's the perfect time to implement something into your schedule that you've always wanted to pursue. Don't limit what you can do. Being adaptable will result in personal opportunities. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Focus on money matters and how you can earn more. Upgrade your skills or take a course that will train you to do something specialized. Keeping a secret will protect you; telling a lie will not. Know your boundaries. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do something you feel passionate about and you will be successful. Share your thoughts and plans with people who have something to contribute. Greater security can be yours, but get what you want in writing, as empty promises are apparent. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotions will escalate based on the information you fall privy to receiving from an unreliable source. Don't jump to conclusions or make the mistake of acting too quickly. Put more into self-improvement projects, not trying to change others. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Problems dealing with a partner, lover or your job will cause worry and anxiety. Answer questions cautiously to avoid jeopardizing your reputation. Honesty mixed with a little Leo charm and the willingness to compromise will improve your situation. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do your best to please others and you will get favors in return. What you learn from participating in an exercise, seminar or event will help you diversify what you have to offer. Don't let an emotional relationship stand between you and success. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Emotional matters will surface. Deception, misinterpretation or mistaking what's actually intended or being offered to you will be a problem. Ask questions and do follow-up to avoid an error that can leave you or someone else in the lurch. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A short trip to visit an old friend, relative or neighbor will help you learn more about your roots. You may want to rethink your strategy and come up with a plan that fits your changing lifestyle. A business partnership looks promising. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll gravitate toward adventure, but make sure that you don't spend or react impulsively. Being fair is the key to making the changes that will suit your needs, budget and whatever personal relationship you are in or contemplating. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make improvements to your surroundings. Discuss your plans with someone who shares your concerns and recognizes the importance of maintaining a strict budget. Don't let love turn into a costly situation. Invest in you, not in someone else. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Not everyone will be accommodating. Keep your plans a secret for the time being until you have worked out the details. Expanding your interests will lead to an encounter with someone who will become quite special to you. Love is highlighted. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Stick to the people, places and pastimes you know well. Be honest about the way you feel and avoid anyone trying to pressure or use you to get ahead. Offer suggestions but don't donate, invest or offer cash. Deception will lead to sorrow. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Make personal changes that will improve your life, but be honest about your motives if other people are involved. Don't believe everything you are told. Empty promises or information that is too good to be true will have strings attached. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Discuss your plans with an expert and it will ease your mind. Moving forward is important, but doing so with confidence will make a difference to the way things unfold. Call in favors and offer incentives that will ensure you get what you want. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): An emotional situation will surface if you or someone you are dealing with has not disclosed all the information required to make an honest decision. Be prepared to initiate the changes necessary to keep moving forward. Love is highlighted. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A secret meeting or dealing with someone from a different background will result in indecisiveness or confusion. Concentrate on your responsibilities and doing what's best for everyone involved. A change of heart is apparent. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Give a little; take a little. Sharing will bring optimum results. Avoid anyone looking for an argument. Take care of your responsibilities and leave no room for criticism. A short trip or someone you encounter along the way will spark original ideas and solutions. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You will gain experience if you mingle with people who share your interests. Partnerships and proposals will give you plenty to think about and discuss. There is plenty to gain if you are practical and keep your emotional response under control. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Love, laughter and having fun should be your intent. Sharing the things you enjoy doing most with the people or person you love will ease your stress and help you come to a decision that you must address regarding health, legalities or finances. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Work hard to bring a better understanding to an important relationship. Take a creative or unique approach to the way you handle people when it comes to financial or contractual matters. Honesty must prevail, but incentives must also be offered. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Emotional situations will escalate if you don't make the changes necessary to please yourself as well as your friends and loved ones. Do your best to make improvements to your surroundings that will ease stress. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Leave the past behind you. Focus on home, family and your personal future. An old friend or past lover will cause more havoc than help. Take care of your responsibilities before you indulge in entertainment. Practicality will be required. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your surroundings can be improved with a couple of adjustments or alterations. Love is highlighted, and spending quality time with someone special will brighten your day and spark ideas and solutions that will make your life better. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Stick to what you know will work. A practical application will get you much further than a gamble or taking a short cut. Ask for favors and discuss agreements. Knowing where you stand will help you make the right choices. Ask questions. 2 stars