ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Nurture important relationships by taking the time to listen to complaints or requests carefully and doing your best to accommodate the ones you love. Hard work will bring rewards.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take time to think matters through before you make a move. Acting in haste will leave you in a precarious position that could influence how you get along with your peers.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Changes at home or to your lifestyle should be made to encourage less spending. Look for ways to cut your overhead and ease the stress you’ve been feeling.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Forge ahead with what’s most important to you, and start making the necessary adjustments to achieve your aims. Talk to the people you feel are best suited to helping you reach your goals.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A personal change should be based on your needs and not the product of you trying to appease someone heading in a different direction. The less said, the less interference you’ll encounter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are best off thinking matters through and coming up with alternatives that can help smooth over any differences you have with those you live or work with.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Do what you can to get ahead. Working on your own will be your best choice. Take care of your personal and financial obligations before it’s close to impossible to do so.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Talk is cheap. If someone promises you something, get it in writing. A change of heart will open a door to new opportunities. Celebrate with someone you love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Ease into anything you want to pursue. Getting all the facts and considering how you can take care of delicate matters without disrupting plans or a relationship will be essential.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A little fix-me-up will do you good. Whether you make physical changes or you alter things at home, the results will lift your spirits if you stay within budget.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Personal changes can be made, as long as you are reasonable in your expectations and practical about what you are trying to accomplish. Listen to someone who loves you.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Personal improvements can be made. Set your sights on your goals, and start making them come true. A financial gain looks promising. Romance is highlighted.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Before starting something new, take care of unfinished business. Discipline will be required if you don’t want to veer off-track. Curb impulsiveness. What you accomplish will make an impression.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Emotions will be difficult to control. Watch your spending habits and refrain from feeling compelled to pay for others to make an impression.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A change regarding an important relationship will be required if you want to move forward. Look at the pros and cons and make the necessary alterations. Make honesty a priority.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Demanding people, bosses or dependents will be hard to deal with. A disciplined approach to whatever challenge you face will help you achieve your goal. Moderation will be required.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Taking short trips, attending a lecture that offers financial advice or exploring ways to improve your domestic and professional lives will help you reach your goals.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Problems with an older family member or your household finances will surface if you don’t take steps to deal with such matters. Stay on top of your responsibilities and avoid unnecessary expenditures.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Make personal changes that will help you market and promote what you have to offer. Make new friends and associates, and listen and learn from the anecdotes and advice you receive.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Consider the consequences of your actions before making a decision that will affect your personal life. Emotional distress will not be worth your while. Be true to yourself and your loved ones.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- A problem with a friend, relative or someone you encounter while traveling will intensify quickly if you aren’t careful about how you respond to conflict. Choose peace over discord.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Stay focused on what’s important to you. Be careful when dealing with bureaucratic or institutional matters. Read the fine print and take care of your affairs personally.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you want to negotiate or sign contracts, take a close look at the fine print. Making a hasty decision will cost you. Know your boundaries and your budget.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If you feel pressured by a co-worker, boss or partner, take a step back. Assess your situation and be honest about the way you feel.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Emotional disillusionment will set in if you adopt someone else’s beliefs. Don’t follow anyone who claims to know it all. Make your own decisions and discover what works best for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Protect your assets, and negotiate on your own behalf. It’s important to effectively control any financial, medical or legal matters that surface without hesitation. Romance is on the rise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Disillusionment will set in if you aren’t honest about your feelings for someone. Consider your needs and think about how best to satisfy both yourself and those you care about.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Work on personal growth and physical improvements. Trying to change those around you will not turn out the way you want it to. Keep your life simple and avoid impulsive or excessive behavior.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Focus on what you can do, not on your opponents or intransigent situations. Surround yourself with individuals who share similar objectives.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Deal with stressful situations openly and honestly, and take better care of your emotional and physical health. Refuse to let anyone put unrealistic demands on you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Consider your options before you make a move. Knowing the pros and cons will make it easier to forgo choices that are too risky. Good fortune comes from good decisions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be imaginative and use any emotional tension you feel to create something that will bring you satisfaction. Make a promise to someone you love. Don’t feel obliged to follow the crowd.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be careful how you treat others and respond to them. It will be easy to get into a no-win situation. Make sure you can back up your assertions with proof.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Think before you make an emotional decision. Now is not the time to be a follower or to take on additional debt. Financial awareness will be the best way to control stress.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Make decisions based on facts, not on feelings. Your returns will be much higher if you think matters through and are cognizant of all your options. Emotional spending is off-limits.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Being levelheaded and willing to listen and compromise will be the best way to avoid conflict. Channel your energy into creative outlets that will help ease stress.