ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Personal improvements should be your priority. Update your image, qualifications, skills and anything else that needs it. Preparation is crucial.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Set the standard and stick to it. Make others adjust to your expectations, and don’t back down. Your drive and determination will be impressive and worthy of substantial rewards.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don’t take shortcuts. Follow through with your plans from beginning to end. How you do things will reflect what you are capable of achieving. Celebrate with a loved one.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Discussions will result in a host of ideas that can help resolve some of the problems you're facing. Do your best to find common ground and work alongside others.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Handle your money, legal and health matters carefully. Pay close attention to what’s being said, and ask an expert if you aren’t sure how to handle something or someone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Follow your heart, and engage in talks that will help you understand how others feel. Knowing what you are up against will help you discern the best way to move forward.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- How you deal with others will determine your future. Use your intelligence, not your emotions, when you come up against opposition. Self-improvement projects will boost your confidence.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don’t get angry when you can get moving. If you put your energy into something worthwhile, you will bring about a change that will improve your current standard of living.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Your tendency to think big will lead to trouble if you let your emotions take the reins. Attention to detail, precision and moderation will be required if you want to be successful.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Consider what you want and put your plans in motion. You have what it takes to turn your ideas into reality with a push and a shove and a little persuasion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Partnerships will be confusing. You’ll get mixed signals that will make it difficult to know what’s expected of you and what you should do next. When in doubt, ask direct questions.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Make your choices known and your intentions clear. What you want will be met with approval if you are direct and detailed in your presentation. Talks will lead to financial gain.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Pitch in and help out. Your loyalty and dedication will be impressive, and when you least expect it, rewards will come your way. Romance is on the rise.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Keep your life simple and your expenses down. Learn from the way others react to you and protect yourself against anyone trying to talk you out of something that belongs to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Make changes at home that will encourage stress relief. Comfort and convenience should be priorities. A physical improvement will lift your spirits. Fitness and proper diet will lead to better health.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Moodiness and overreaction will lead to isolation. Before you decide to make a fuss, find out exactly what happened. Acting on an assumption will lead to regret. Offer peace and love, not discord.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Too much of anything will not end well. Mellow out and relax instead of trying to be in control of everything and everyone. It’s your turn to take the back seat.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Silence is golden. Let your actions speak for you to make a difference in a situation involving someone you hold dear.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Spice things up a bit. Love is on the rise, and participating in entertaining and mentally stimulating activities will lead to an interesting encounter with someone unique.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you fail to stand by your word, someone will notice. An interesting turn of events will develop if you make a personal change. Update your look, image or status.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You’ll want to be on the move. Traveling, learning and meeting people from different walks of life will be informative and will spark your imagination. It's time to make a change!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Spend less money, regardless of what other people want you to do. Charity begins at home, and making sure you have your expenses and loved ones covered should be your priority.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Stick to your plans. Last-minute changes will leave you at a loss. Don’t worry about the actions or choices of others; stay on course and don’t go over budget.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- People are likely to talk behind your back. Make a point to avoid gossip or people who are fishing for personal information that you shouldn’t share.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A change of heart will make you question what you want to do next. Consider what’s transpired to figure out the best way to move forward. Secure your personal finances.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don’t act on an emotional whim. Taking matters into your own hands when you don’t have all the facts will lead to errors. Consider how to best move forward without suffering loss.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Make lifestyle changes that will add to your convenience and comfort. Altering how or where you live or work is favored.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don’t feel that you must buy friendship or love. Your kindness and understanding are sufficient. If someone expects you to pay his or her way, reconsider the relationship.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Go over details. If something doesn’t seem right, put a halt on your plans. Making a mistake will cost you more time and money than slowing down and doing things properly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don’t try to change the people around you. If you look inward and do a little soul-searching, you’ll discover that the best change begins within. Personal growth will improve your life.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Use your experience, knowledge and persuasive way with words to get what you want. Don’t hesitate to take physical action to get things done.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Give people a chance to voice their opinions. Look for a way to satisfy everyone without giving up too much. An incentive will deter an argument that could stifle progress.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Use common sense when dealing with institutions, government agencies and personal money matters. Don’t feel you must make a hasty decision if you don’t have all the facts.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A joint venture should be studied carefully. Don’t act when you are under stress. Wait until you feel comfortable with what’s happening. Take a pass if someone pressures you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- An unexpected change of plans will leave you at a loss. Don’t give in to someone trying to coerce you into doing something. Say no and do your own thing.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- A change in your financial status looks promising. Negotiations will go smoothly and incentives will be offered. Someone from your past will surprise you with something you thought was gone forever.