ARIES (March 21-April 19): Start getting ready to bring in the new year mentally, physically and emotionally. Exercise discipline and you can make your dreams come true. Positive change is heading your way. Focus on what you want and don't look back. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Celebrating with the people who share your interests will help you begin 2016 on a favorable note. Express your opinions and let the people you love know exactly how you feel. Abide by rules and regulations. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't start the year off on the wrong foot. Overindulgence or letting emotional matters spin out of control will leave a sour taste in your mouth. Make personal changes that can boost your confidence, and avoid anyone who is a poor influence. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Host a party or plan a quiet, romantic evening for you and your partner. Talk about future plans and explore the possibility of doing something you've always wanted to do. Invest in a joint venture with someone special. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It's in with the new and out with the old, and that means making the changes that will bring you greater happiness and stability. Personal, emotional and physical changes will turn out well as long as you stick to a budget. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You'll be emotional due to uncertainty in your personal life. Realizing that change is necessary is half the battle. A discussion with someone who has been causing you grief will give you a better understanding of the situation. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Keep your celebration simple. It may be the end of the year, but indulgence will lead to disputes and unwanted changes. Bide your time, be diplomatic and plan your strategy for 2016. Work on personal change, not on changing. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Getting together with people you love or don't see frequently will do you good. Heading to a special place you don't visit often will set the stage for a romantic evening. Love is in the stars. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll be in overdrive, so be careful not to burn out. Pace yourself or you will miss the turn-of-the-year festivities. Problems with authority figures and delays while traveling can be expected. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Look forward, not back. Bring in the year with people who are as progressive and proactive as you. Share your thoughts and resolutions and you will end up in good company when it comes to future pursuits. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't let what others do get to you. Diplomacy will be required if you are surrounded by people who are being careless and indulgent. Opt to spend a quiet evening with your immediate family or closest friends. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Let go of the past and embrace the future by resolving unfinished emotional matters with the people you want to keep in your life. Don't let regret drag you down. Open up, find common ground and start anew. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Lady luck is in your corner. When it comes to money, contracts, negotiations and settlements, the planets favor you. Hesitation will be your downfall and arguments will be a waste of time. When an opportunity arises, give it your best shot. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Open up conversations with people who have an inside view of an industry that interests you. Networking and socializing with your peers will lead to a new friendship with a colleague you want to collaborate with. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You will face opposition if you aren't forthright about what your motives are. Do your best to reveal what you want and what you are offering. It's better to know where you stand than to live a confused life. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't make changes just because someone else does. Focus on tradition, family and reconnecting with relatives you don't get to see very often. The memories will stir up ideas and inspire you to make plans in the new year. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It's the festive season, and entertainment, socializing and finding time to be affectionate with someone you love is encouraged. A trip to the spa or to spruce up your image will be just what you need to lift your spirits. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You'll face opposition if you share your personal thoughts and plans. Work undercover until you come up with a foolproof plan. A networking function will be a good place to pick up information. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are running out of time. Make a point to enforce the changes you want to make before the turn of the year. It's important to enter 2016 with a clean slate. You will have to be secretive to avoid interference. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Share your ideas and plans with someone you love or want to spend more time with. Favors will be granted if you decide to enter into a joint venture. Unusual changes at home will inspire you to be more creative. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Stick close to home and abide by the rules and regulations. You will face opposition if you are indulgent or try to ignore the assignments that are due before the year comes to a close. Secrets will be revealed. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't leave anything undone. Avoid arguments or conflicts with someone who doesn't understand what you are doing. Finish what you start and head in a direction that will allow you to lay down a solid foundation for future negotiations. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look at your options and ponder what you want to achieve next year. You can bring about changes based on past experience and future goals. Take physical steps to ensure you will be ready when the time comes. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The disclosure of a personal secret will leave you confused and uncertain about what to do next. Don't let your emotions take over and lead to a situation you cannot reverse. Bide your time and seek legal advice. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may not see eye-to-eye with everyone, but listening will give you a broader perspective. An offer from someone you have worked with in the past will lead to an interesting position. Don't allow anger or negativity to hold you back. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Planning a business trip or signing up for a course that will help you get ahead in the new year will give you reason to celebrate New Year's Eve. Romance is in the stars and will enhance your personal life. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Emotional deception and impractical plans will be costly if you don't regroup and reconsider the pros and cons. Look for ways to stabilize your situation in order to build greater security for you and the ones you love. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Find a way to cut corners. A better budget or lower overhead will help you avoid disagreements over money matters and keep you on track with paying down debt. Property investments and other assets and possessions could yield a profit. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Someone with experience and knowledge will help you make an important decision. Change won't be easy, but it will be necessary if you want to achieve your goals. Do what's best for you and don't feel guilty if you can't please everyone. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make plans to get together with peers or to enjoy a little downtime with people you have worked with in the past. Getting involved in activities that include children will inspire you to start a new yearly tradition. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get involved in a cause that will benefit your community. Don't let anyone bait you into an argument that will only lead to disappointment. Consider the changes you will have to make to end the negativity in your life. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A passionate approach to life and the changes you want to see happen won't please everyone, but it will help you stake your position firmly and attract like-minded people to your side. Save the evening hours for romance. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Trouble with government agencies and institutions will prevail if you have unfinished personal paperwork. Avoid travel or any risky ventures that have the potential to leave you in a vulnerable position. Pay attention. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep moving in a positive direction. Stopping to argue a point with someone who will never see things your way is a waste of time. Aim to accomplish what you set out to do, and let others do their own thing. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your confidence will get a boost and others will take note if you make personal changes. Bringing back an old idea with a new twist will result in interest and excitement from the people you are close to. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't let anyone stifle your dreams, but do listen to advice and incorporate what's useful into your plans. A partnership with someone who shares your insight and passion will also contribute to your success. Romance is highlighted. 3 stars