ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Listen, but don’t pass along information you are given until you verify its validity. Take control of whatever situation you face and avoid letting someone make you look bad.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A change of heart will encourage you to take another look at an offer or suggestion that someone made. Dealing with older relatives will resolve a stressful situation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Speak up, ask questions and raise issues with anyone you feel is feeding you false information. Plan your actions and execute them to your specifications. An innovative approach will ensure success.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Broaden your interests and friendships. Get involved in activities that motivate you to try something new. Frequent a creative venue that attracts people who are unique and colorful.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Temptation should be put aside. Making an abrupt change because someone else does so will not be in your best interest. Focus on doing a good job and contributing facts and solutions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone will use emotional blackmail to twist your way of thinking. The best changes you can make are through educational pursuits, practice, and trial and error. Romance will improve your personal life.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Use intelligence and finish what you start. If you wait for someone else to take the reins, you will appear lazy. Take care of your health, and nurture important relationships.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Put your money in a safe place. Don’t share your financial status or talk about legal matters. Concentrate on making physical changes that will make you feel good about what you have to offer.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You’ll come up against someone operating under false pretenses to take advantage of you. Rely on what you know is fact before you get involved in a joint venture.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A change at home will have an impact on your personal relationships. You will have better luck finding success if you take an alternative path or adhere to an unusual plan.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Living within your means will be in your best interest. Look for original alternatives that will allow you to cut costs by doing more of the work yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Emotional deception or disillusionment will lead you astray. Don’t take what others say to heart. Take the path that guarantees success, not the one that sounds too good to be true.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Give a little, take a little, but most of all show intelligence and innovation when it comes to how you handle your personal finances, contracts and medical issues.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You’ll be erratic or will have to deal with people who are. Slow down and go over every detail before you bring about change. Understand the ramifications that a mistake will have on your life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Consider what’s possible, and put more time and energy into what promises to bring you the most satisfaction and highest returns. Take better care of your health and personal finances.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you show greater interest in your relationships, you will be offered information that will encourage positive change. Opportunity is within reach if you are willing to take a chance.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Be brave, but don’t take on the impossible. Use common sense and integrity to find your way forward. Use what you have instead of trying out something you know little about.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take a step back from personal dilemmas, and instead focus on learning, networking and making personal, physical or health improvements. Refuse to let emotional situations deter you from getting things done.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Travel plans, business meetings and discussing the changes you’d like to make are encouraged. Take care of matters regarding siblings, a close friend or in-law.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Slow down and do things properly. Pay close attention to detail and put your own personal touch on anything you do. Your efforts will result in greater recognition and interesting offers.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Put your thoughts out there and find out what others have to contribute. Consider the responses you get and weed out anyone you find noncommittal or reluctant to share.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don’t limit what you can do just because someone is causing problems. Deal with personal matters, make adjustments and get back to focusing on getting ahead financially. Make plans with someone special.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Channel your energy into home improvements. Keeping the peace and making your daily routine run smoothly will also help you in the workplace. Physical fitness is encouraged.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don’t fall into a trap that someone sets using emotional tactics. Read between the lines and justify your actions by the facts you discover, not by assumptions someone else wants you to believe.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Look for ways to help others. The satisfaction you get and the unexpected rewards you receive will make your time and effort worthwhile. Embrace a challenge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don’t get caught up in someone else’s fight or inability to be consistent or take care of responsibilities. Do your own thing and aim for personal growth and greater independence.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Taking a business trip or surfing the internet in search of information that can help you finalize a deal or make a decision is in your best interest.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don’t give up when you should be paying more attention to new or unique possibilities. Believe and trust in yourself and your ability to get things done. Personal improvement is favored.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It’s OK to dream big, but you should start being realistic when the shovel hits the dirt. Spending more than you can afford will cause emotional stress and unwanted arguments.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Concentrate on what you know you can accomplish. A change will do you good, and talks with someone quite different from you will give you a different perspective on what’s available.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You will gain the most if you take the path of least resistance. Put more energy into doing the work rather than hiring someone else to do it for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Someone you connect with will offer you suggestions that can make a difference to the way you move forward. Don’t rule out doing things differently or taking on something new.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Common sense will be required. Listen carefully and be sure you get the gist behind what someone is saying, or the joke will end up being on you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A serious attitude and open communication will help you resolve any uncertainty you may be feeling about someone you love. Listen to suggestions and make adjustments that will improve your personal life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Fix up a space that will motivate you to pursue one of your personal goals. Don’t waste your energy trying to change others. Strive for personal perfection.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Invest in yourself. Expand your knowledge and skills to increase your marketability. Perfecting something you enjoy doing will lead to a higher income. Physical improvements can be made.