ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your emotions in check and your criticisms or complaints to yourself. Excess will lead to trouble with authority figures or someone you love. Be responsible and protect your body, mind and possessions. Diplomacy and integrity must be maintained. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Look ahead with optimism. Consider ringing in the new year with the people you love. Hosting a small gathering will show your good will and allow you to share any plans you intend to pursue in the new year. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take time to help others. Close the year on a high note by lending a helping hand or making sure you've done your very best to make personal improvements that will not only benefit you but the people you care about most. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): This is the time to make amends if you need to. Offer what you can to those you love. Bare your soul and show your intent and earnest need to do what's right and what's best. Be a role model. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): An industrious attitude will help you clear up pressing matters. Last-minute plans will add to your end-of-year celebration. It's time to unveil your plans for the future and prepare those your decisions will affect. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Socializing and participating in year-end festivities will help you kick off the new year in a spirited, positive and eventful manner. Romance will make your personal life better and ensure that you maintain a healthy relationship. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You'll want to put the past behind you and make resolutions that promise a brighter future. Don't let domestic situations discourage you. Avoid anyone who is over-indulgent or brings you down. Surround yourself with positive support. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Face the past, size up the future and enjoy the festivities that unfold as one year ends and another begins. It's out with the old and in with the new. Use your imagination and explore the possibilities that excite you the most. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): New year, new you. Start at home and make whatever positive changes required to achieve your goals. Open up your heart to friends and you'll develop stronger ties and suggestions that can help you make any transition required less stressful. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Enforce discipline if you want to avoid indulgence mentally, physically or financially. Bring the year in on a quiet note with close friends. Travel and dealing with controversial individuals or authority figures will lead to trouble. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There is too much at risk to tempt fate. Remember what made you unhappy or dissatisfied this past year. Use today as a turning point. List the changes you want to make and the timeline in which you should do so. Embrace the future. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Revisit your life goals and structure what you feel you must do in order to make the upcoming year your very best. Invest in what you have to offer and make plans to follow through. Make tonight a celebration worth remembering. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Watch your back when dealing with work-related matters. Show sensitivity toward your peers, but don't share personal information that may be used against you. Focus on being productive and making the changes that will bring you the most in return. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Travel plans or looking into a subject, skill or other information you want to pursue in the new year should be your focus. Updating your image will result in compliments and new opportunities. A financial change is apparent. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Initiate changes that include people you feel you are compatible with where work or goals are concerned. You want to start the year off right, and making sure you've put your requirements in motion is a good place to begin. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Use your imagination when it comes to finding solutions. You don't have to jump into something that someone is pressuring you to do. Step back and you'll figure it out without doing anything drastic. A partnership will give you strength, but shouldn't control you. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Business comes first. Set your goals and take care of your responsibilities. You want to end the year on a high note, so don't leave anything unfinished. A change of location or environment will do you good. Express your emotions. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Listen to emotional and personal complaints, but don't feel you have to jump into action. You should be putting year-end plans into motion and spending time with people who share your interests and pursuits. Love is highlighted. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Refrain from going overboard to compensate for someone else's shortcomings. Back away from people and situations that appear to be out of control or are showing excessive behavior. Domestic squabbles must be handled diplomatically. Gather information and formulate your best recourse. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Consider how to use your attributes to launch something new. You can make a quantum leap professionally if you network with people who help you parlay what you have to offer in an innovative direction. Romance looks inviting. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Keep a close watch on your bank account and spending habits. Too much of anything will end up holding you back. Make subtle changes at home that will add to your efficiency and productivity. Helping others will bring you good fortune. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Focus on what you can do to help your community or a cause you believe in. Don't allow anyone to put you in a vulnerable position. Remove yourself from any situation that appears to be spinning out of control. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look for new and innovative ways to use your skills and make more money. Submit your resume or make contact with someone you think may like what you have to offer. Expand, diversify and explore new options. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An emotional issue is best left alone. Put your efforts into completing odd jobs and stabilizing your financial situation. Getting together with friends or those sharing your concerns will be progressive and productive. A contract or settlement can be signed. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Major upset will develop if you make changes without permission or you confront someone regarding a situation that is out of control. Avoid unpredictable people and do your best not to get involved in a dispute. Keep things simple and moderate. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Venture out and you'll discover what your community has to offer. Getting involved in neighborhood projects will lead to new friendships and possibilities. Expand your options by sharing your knowledge and experience, but don't take over someone else's territory. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Self-deception regarding your position, ability or future is apparent. Be prepared to make changes based on past experience. If you don't have a contract or written consent, you are best to be wary of the situation you are in, personally or professionally. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): An unexpected turn of events at home or work will leave you wondering what's next. Trust in your ability and unique way of doing things and you will find your way through any changes that take place. Aim to stabilize your life. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Problems with authority figures are apparent if you don't abide by the rules. Aim to please and have fun, but know your limitations and stick to what's considered the norm. There will be a fine balance between what's acceptable and what's not. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Step into the spotlight and share what you have to offer. Getting together with friends or family will help you spread some cheer and encouragement for what's to come in the new year. Update your image and look your best. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get outdoors, to the gym or involved in a physical activity. Keeping busy will help you avoid a situation with someone at home or nearby who is difficult to deal with. Protect your assets, your health and your emotional well-being. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be an observer, not a participant, if you are around a situation that has the potential to spin out of control. Your vision and insight will help you judge wisely and make decisions that are in your best interests. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do what you can to help others. The gift of joy and encouragement will get both you and your recipient in a good mood with plenty to look forward to in the future. Make last-minute financial changes before it's too late. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Go over what's transpired this past year and formulate your strategy for the days ahead. You'll be in a good position to question and prompt others to offer worthwhile opinions and unique options that you may not have considered. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Focus on your money, your direction and what you can do to up the ante in the new year. A change in position will also bring in greater self-assurance and liquid cash. Collect any money or possessions owed to you. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Spend time with loved ones and make personal and domestic improvements that will help you move into the upcoming year with less stress and greater control over your future. Money, health and legal matters can be dealt with effectively. 5 stars