ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look at the people around you and consider who is on your side and who isn’t. Express only what you want to share. Don’t give anyone the opportunity to take credit for something you did on your own. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t be tempted to fudge the truth or to be gullible when dealing with a smooth operator. Regarding money, donations or joint ventures, you are best to remain reserved and progress with caution. Know your rights and your limitations. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The lesson of give-and-take will give you a chance to get things done. Whether you are offering to help or you are asking for it, as long as your dialogue is truthful, you will have nothing to worry about. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): There will be changes going on behind your back. Try to stay in the loop if you don’t want to be broadsided by someone trying to get the better of you. Ask questions and rely on your instincts. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your involvement in protests, fundraisers or anything that will help to bring about positive change will put you in a key position to bring about justice or greater equality. Don’t offer ultimatums; offer alternatives and be willing to listen to suggestions. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t worry about the changes going on around you. Do what’s expected of you and go about your business. Refuse to get involved in someone else’s problems. Stay focused on how best to make personal gains. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Emotions can come between you and something you want. Don’t lose sight of your goal because someone is trying to antagonize you. Be fully prepared to offer common sense and legitimate facts to make your point clear. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Negotiate on your own behalf. Refuse to let anyone bully you into something that you don’t feel is fair or that will compromise your goals or your current position. Make your intentions clear before you engage in change. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take care of business before you relax with friends or family. Keeping your work and your personal life separate will be in your best interest. A change someone makes will influence your assets. Choose action over anger. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Socializing can be fun, but avoid indulgence. Don’t venture too far from home or share personal information or passwords. Abide by the rules and avoid facing a fine. Delays will put you behind schedule if you don’t leave extra travel time. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take the initiative to make home improvements or plan to host a family gathering. Bringing everyone together will give you a chance to catch up. Getting together with an old friend or attending a reunion will give you plenty to think about. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Insight is a wonderful thing when it works for you, but acting without knowledge will lead to frustration and backtracking. Do your research before you step into a situation that is clouded with controversy. Know your rights. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Choose to follow your own path. If someone interferes, find a detour. It’s important to trust and believe in who you are and what you can do instead of following someone who is gathering minions to do his or her dirty work. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Work on presentation and honing your skills to ensure that when you step up to do your thing you’ll be equipped with what you need to influence those you are trying to persuade to see things your way. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Emotions will run high, and the need to be forthright about past dealings is now. Use your charm and swagger to convince others to see things your way, but do so honestly or your reputation will be jeopardized by what’s revealed. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Not everyone will feel the same way you do. Keep your personal information a secret and question anyone who appears to be too interested in your life. Protect against theft, being misinterpreted or misrepresented. Speak on your own behalf. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Emotions and money matters won’t mix well. Don’t try to buy your way into something or brag in order to get someone’s attention. Being a straight shooter will encourage others to step up and help out. Romance is on the rise. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your perception of a situation or a relationship will be skewed. Verify the information you receive and question how you came to conclusions. An honest assessment will help you avoid making a mistake that can cost you emotionally as well as financially. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A heart-to-heart discussion will bring out issues that you may not have been made aware of in the past. Use the information you receive to negotiate a solution that will be difficult to turn down. Peace and compromise will bring good results. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A money matter will not add up. Don’t leave your assets in someone else’s care. History repeats itself, so don’t give anyone the chance to fool you or take advantage of you more than once. Take care of your affairs personally. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do what you can to help others and it will help you ward off criticism and complaints. Someone you work with or for will offer information that will help you improve the way you do your job or pursue future interests. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Listen but don’t believe everything you hear. Someone will play mind games with you in hopes of influencing you to see things his or her way. Be on guard and ready to respond with facts. Do your own thing. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll begin to see things clearer as you explore new possibilities. Consider the changes you should make to help you incorporate a long-term plan into your current living arrangements. An opportunity to bring in extra cash is apparent. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’ll have to be careful when dealing with emotional matters. Someone’s charm must not be allowed to overrule what’s right and what isn’t. Search for what works best for you, and avoid getting involved in someone else’s problems. 2 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Listen carefully and ask questions if you don’t understand something that’s said. Getting things done right the first time will help you bypass criticism and complaints. A steady pace will supersede speed when it comes to reaching your goal. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Dealing with others will prove necessary, but handle it all carefully and with compassion and integrity. You can influence others with your rhetoric, so choose your words wisely. If you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Deal with bureaucratic issues that crop up. It’s best to stay on top of your money, legal or health matters to avoid an untimely delay. Honesty will play a role when it comes to the way you are viewed by someone influential. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Set time aside to take care of matters of interest, dealing with children or seniors and making your community a safe place. Your kindness will be met with constructive suggestions and offers from someone willing to pitch in and help. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Use charm and your clout to reach out to someone who has jealousy issues or doesn’t like the way you do things. Offering a kind gesture will help to open up a dialogue that can encourage a better relationship in the future. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you want to do something, go all out and make it count. Opportunity is apparent, but if you limit what you can accomplish because you don’t want to accept help, you will fall short of your expectations. Call in favors. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Examine documents or shared assets you have with someone. An opportunity to make a clean break and take care of issues that have been hanging over your head should be a priority. Forward motion is in your best interest. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The tone set for the day will come through discipline, hard work and the reluctance to admit defeat. Take pleasure in doing things differently, and enjoy the fruits of your labor and the choices that unfold. A partnership looks inviting. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Settle into whatever job you are given, and don’t stop until you are finished. The way you handle work and the people you work alongside will help you maintain popularity. Romance will help counter negativity and opposition from someone you love. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Do the bulk of your work from home. Tidy up and take care of personal paperwork and responsibilities that will help to secure your future. Investing in tangible plans that will increase your assets is your best bet. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t be tempted by what others do or say. Too many outside influences will cause confusion. Stick to what you know you can do. Overreacting when dealing with a friend or relative will only make matters worse. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Communication will be the best way to get things done. Being on the same page as the people you have to deal with will make life easier. Do your research and have alternatives ready should you meet with opposition. 4 stars