ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Offer your encouragement and support to someone who is going through a rough situation. Your thoughtfulness and assistance will result in an unusual and unexpected reward.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Show a little discipline and go over all the pros and cons of a situation before you take action. Emotions can lead to impulsiveness and poor choices if not monitored closely.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Take the initiative to put your plans in motion. A day trip or reunion will lead to interesting information that will help you make a personal change.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you want something, make it happen. Don’t wait around for someone else to do things for you. Satisfaction comes from doing everything in your power to get what you want.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take your time and be observant. If you make a move too abruptly, you will miss out on something worth waiting for. Enjoy activities that stimulate you mentally and physically.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take a short trip, visit a friend or relative or attend a reunion. Getting together with people from your past will be eventful and memorable. Romance is in the stars.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Learn as you go. If you ask questions and show interest in what others are doing, you’ll come across someone or something that inspires you to make an exciting decision.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Nurture a relationship with someone special. Discuss matters openly and deal with any misunderstandings that could disrupt your long-term plans. A little romance will ease stress and improve your life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Confusion will set in if someone you are dealing with is inconsistent. Refuse to make a promise or commitment unless you know exactly what’s expected of you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Bring about changes at home that will please you and those who live with you. The little extras you do for others will bring high returns.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Keep busy doing activities that will ease stress, or take care of chores and responsibilities that have been weighing you down. Idle time will lead to anxiety or anger.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Go over the way things have unfolded for you in the past before you decide to get involved in something that didn’t turn out well the first time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Be careful how you deal with domestic matters. An older friend or relative will be a problem. Patience and consideration will be necessary if you want to find a workable solution.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don’t underestimate others. You must be on your toes if you want to get ahead. Temptation must not lead to spur-of-the-moment decisions. Put a strategy in place first.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Participate in organized events and activities. Your input will lead to a proposal that is worth your while. An emotional matter should be dealt with behind closed doors.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can make changes, but do so for the right reason. If you let your emotions take the reins and make decisions for you, mistakes will occur.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Look for a way to appease others without taking on too much. If you delegate jobs to others, you will show your strength and get things done.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An emotional matter should be looked at carefully. Don’t settle for something imprudent. Make a counteroffer or find a solution that is within your budget.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Take your time. If someone pressures you, walk away. Relationships will need to be handled with care. A stressful domestic situation will develop due to poor spending habits.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- The desire to make a move or alter your life in some way needs to be handled with care. Impulsive action will lead to disappointment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Participation is favored, as long as you don’t overspend. Someone will complain if you don’t live up to a promise you made. Emotional stress will wear you down.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Concentrate on self-improvement, not on trying to change others to fit your lifestyle. The more you look inward, the easier it will be to let others be who they are.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Speak up and get involved in conversations that will help you resolve issues. Not everyone will agree with you, but at least you’ll know how to best move forward.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You’ll be questioned if you are too whimsical about the way you do things. A gift or financial gain looks promising. A personal change can be put into play.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Keep busy. A physical challenge will help you blow off steam and keep you from doing or saying something you shouldn’t. Bide your time and gather information.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Resolve uncertainty and move forward with enthusiasm. Personal gains can be made if you are willing to put in the time and effort. Romance is on the rise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You’ll be faced with mixed emotions that are bound to make you think twice when it comes to how much you do for others. Listen to what’s being asked for, but only offer what’s fair.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Emotional problems will surface when dealing with decisions that include other people. Partnerships must be handled with care to avoid a misunderstanding.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A short trip will do you good and will encourage you to make a decision that you’ve been contemplating. If you are uncertain, ask someone you trust to offer suggestions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Keep plugging away at whatever it is you must accomplish. Hard work will pay off, and the time it takes to apply extra detail will not be wasted. Follow your instincts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Channel your energy into home and personal improvements. Gather information to ensure that you have answers ready for anyone who offers criticism or derogatory remarks. Take better care of your health.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Look at the big picture, but don’t buy into something you cannot afford. Set your sights on what’s realistic and doable. A personal improvement or romantic encounter looks inviting.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Discuss your intentions with someone who will be influenced by the decisions you make. Getting the go-ahead will make your plans easier to achieve. Home improvement is favored.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Listen carefully and look for a way to deal with friends and relatives without upsetting someone you care about. Don’t make changes without getting approval first.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Clear the air. If you want someone to do something, you have to be blunt about what you want. Find out where you stand, and do what’s necessary.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Not everyone will see things the same way you do. Take a wait-and-see approach when dealing with matters that can influence your reputation or affect your position.