ARIES (March 21-April 19): Live a little. Attend functions that will get you in the spirit of the season. Plan a trip or visit relatives. Explore new opportunities and meet new people. Offer kindness, affection and help to those in need. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Reconnect with people you have worked with in the past and plant the seed for future projects that interest you. Networking at festive functions will help you make connections that can lead to future advancement. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't overload your plate. Scheduling too many functions, activities or plans will weigh you down emotionally and cause unnecessary anxiety. Back up, take a deep breath and spend time taking care of yourself. Romance is highlighted. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Sit tight. Don't feel the need to go overboard or take on too much. Focus on being unique and following your instincts and you will not go wrong. Changes to the way you handle the holiday season will lead to less stress. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You'll have plenty of good ideas, but that doesn't mean you should overspend to impress someone. Pay more attention to home improvements that will add to your festive celebrations and bring comfort and joy to your family and friends. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Stay focused on what needs to be done in order to take care of unfinished business. Your words will hold credence and help you get things done. Leave enough time to take care of the needs of your family members, especially elders and children. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Think outside the box when you are looking for that special something for someone you love. You can change the nature of your relationship with the people you care about through simple gestures. A personal makeover will give you a boost. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Splitting your time between work and home will be exhausting. Take a moment to relax and you'll come up with a unique idea that can help you cut corners in preparation for your year-end deadlines. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take care of unfinished business. Stay on budget and refuse to let anyone talk you into debts you cannot manage. Emotional deception regarding contracts, settlements, investments and medical matters can be expected. Plan your course of action promptly and conservatively. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Simplicity, stability and sticking to your game plan will help you avoid a financial setback. Travel plans will cause delays and last-minute changes. Stay within your budget and maintain a stable and well-thought-out course of action. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Personal changes will give you the confidence you need to face old friends. Update your style to a trendy new look. Financial gains or gifts you receive will change your life and set you up for new beginnings. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Emotional situations will lead to uncertainty at a time of year when you should be trying to tie up loose ends and head into new beginnings with a clean slate. Address controversial situations with an intelligent, diplomatic approach. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Listen carefully. Someone will withhold pertinent information if you don't ask questions. Your diligence will be required if you want to bring about changes to improve your standard of living and open up doors that encourage greater opportunities. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take part in activities that are mentally stimulating. Travel, conferences and sharing ideas with people who are innovative and progressive will encourage new partnerships that will help bring about improvements to your community. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Listen carefully when it comes to emotional issues based on someone else's point of view. Try to get firsthand information from everyone involved before you take sides. Your reputation will depend on your ability to keep the peace. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A day trip or getting together with relatives, a friend or doing something with children will lead to interesting conversations that give you greater insight into new possibilities. An unusual offer will change the way you live. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Question any investment ideas and stick to what works best for you. Joint ventures will turn out to be costly and lead to emotional turmoil. Make personal alterations to your home and physical appearance or work on improving your skills. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Let your creative imagination take over. Explore new possibilities or revive an old plan you have yet to bring to fruition. Express your concerns as well as your beliefs and you will discover who is reliable and who isn't. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get physical. Do something that will challenge you to strive for perfection and excellence. Follow your heart and engage in activities that make you feel good and encourage you to be true to your beliefs and goals. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can make changes to the way you do things, but get the approval of those affected by your decisions before you move forward. Change can be good, but only if it is well-thought-out and without conflict. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You can make a difference if you set priorities to include improving your community, environment and your personal needs. It's up to you to start the ball rolling. A romantic gesture will have an impact on your personal life. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Make a change to your personal routine and you will enhance your financial, legal or medical situation. Going against the odds is not a wise choice, but finding the ins and outs and pursuing what's feasible will lead to gains. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Plan something energetic that will challenge you physically and touch you emotionally. Organize an event, activity or gathering that will please the people you care about most and allow you to show off what you are capable of doing. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your energy is best put to good use. Put in extra hours at work or start a new project that will require your undivided attention. Try to avoid a misunderstanding with someone who is looking for an argument. Do your own thing. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Participate in events that will add to your professional visibility. Expanding your relationships with people who are forward thinking will have a positive influence on your future. Romance is in the stars. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep a tight handle on money matters and practice moderation. Refuse to let your emotions cost you financially. You cannot buy love and shouldn't pay for someone else's mistakes. A conservative attitude will be in your best interest. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Spending time with someone you love will open your heart and your mind to all sorts of new plans. Changes to the way you live will lead to a new beginning. Romance, children and domestic situations look positive. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take interest in what your peers are up to. Network, participate in industry functions and use your charm to find out all you can about a position that interests you. Mix business with pleasure and you are sure to make progress. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Pump up the action and invest in something that excites you. A change of scenery will encourage you to make personal changes. Socializing with the people you find mentally stimulating is encouraged. Lady luck is in your corner and romance is highlighted. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A situation will escalate if you let your emotions take over and anxiety kick in. Relax and think matters through. Time is on your side, so try not to make a rash decision based on what others do. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Personal and physical changes will turn out well. Getting out and socializing with friends will open a door to a new beginning. Shopping for something special will bring good results. Romance is featured and will improve your demeanor. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take care of your health, both emotional and physical. Difficult situations will surface with a friend, relative or your lover. Take a step back and consider the consequences of your actions or responses toward others. Avoid controversy. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You will gain insight into what will and won't work, helping you pursue a prosperous direction. A change to the way you take care of your health, investments and personal appearance will result in additional popularity. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A change in the way you treat others will encourage your being looked up to and respected by your peers. Don't take part in gossip or negativity. Too much of anything will lead to disaster. Don't overspend, indulge or take on too much. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put time aside for fun. An important relationship deserves your undivided attention. Whether spending time with your lover, children or someone you enjoy being with, the outcome will be closer bonds and encouraging plans for the future. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep up with the trends and don't fool yourself into thinking that what you do will be sufficient. Times are changing, and setting a standard for others to strive for will ensure that you remain a leader, not a follower. 3 stars