ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be used to rushing here and there but today you must slow down and give a little more time and attention to what you do and say. Tactful diplomacy will be required. Get involved in an activity that will ease your stress. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Be the leader and take charge. Getting along with colleagues will ensure you get the support you need. A change at work or within an organization you do business with will be favorable. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): There is money to be made and contracts to draw up and sign. An opportunity to help someone will lead to a job that brings a cash return. Don't turn down a chance to volunteer your services. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Plan a social event or get together with friends who share your interests. Do something that will make you happy or will help you feel good about yourself. Love and romance are highlighted. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Sticking around home may result in an emotional situation. Do something that challenges and inspires you. Don't show your surprise or upset if you don't like what you hear from a friend. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You'll have to pick your battles carefully. On the one hand, you can have some really good talks that lead to constructive change. But you can also meet with disapproval and criticism if you are too vocal. Stay calm. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't let depression set in just because someone is giving you a hard time. A little creativity incorporated into whatever you do will differentiate your work from that of others. Do something nice for a friend, relative or neighbor. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Do what you can to make your home life better. Plan to have friends over or offer your home as a meeting place for colleagues. You may find that you are thinking more about a past partner. Weigh the pros and cons. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It will be difficult to contain your feelings, especially if someone is giving you the runaround or playing emotional games with you. Don't mix business with pleasure. Someone is likely to let you down or not show you the respect you deserve. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Prepare for the unexpected. If you are ready for whatever can go wrong, you can avoid a situation with someone who tends to overreact. You can avoid a lot of unnecessary turmoil if you refuse to argue with someone who is looking for a fight. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emotions will escalate. You can start working on something innovative or lend a helping hand to someone in need, but if you leave yourself too much idle time, you will eventually run into trouble. A last-minute change of plans will cause upset. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Try your hand at something you've always wanted to do but never had the time. The skills you have, coupled with your imagination, will lead to a profitable venture. Someone with the ability to help you get ahead will like what you are doing. 5 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a step back and see what everyone around you is going to do before you make a commitment. You will be taken advantage of if you are too willing to volunteer your services. Keep your thoughts private. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Originality will ensure that you captivate your audience and get the response you are hoping for. Travel in order to communicate in person. Don't move too quickly on an investment that interests you. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): With an extra push and a set budget you can turn a service you can provide or skill you have into a lucrative endeavor. Keep things small, build slowly and you will get ahead. Your entrepreneurial ideas will capture interest. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotional moments can be expected if you are dealing with personal or relationship issues. Listen carefully before deciding what to do. Focus on helping others and being compassionate, loving and understanding. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make plans to do something energetic. You need a challenge. Don't let someone's criticism get you down. Buying and selling property can help you cut your overhead. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Being torn between what everyone wants you to do and what you want will make it difficult for you to satisfy the ones you love and stay true to yourself. Ask someone with greater life experience for help. A sudden change of plans can be expected. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You'll be emotional and stifled by the people around you. Revisit what's happened in the past -- you cannot let things go on the way they have. Talking matters through calmly will allow you to salvage the relationship or terminate it without any regrets. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Something you've wanted to do for a long time will come to mind. Embrace the moment and follow through. Your actions will lead you in a direction that helps you improve your financial position. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You can make a difference if you go above and beyond the call of duty. You will enhance your reputation and receive proposals from people who can use what you have to offer. Leave ample time to get where you need to go. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It's what you do, not what you say, that will count. Adaptability, coupled with charm, diplomacy and hard work will ensure you are successful in your pursuits. Your ability to stay calm and fix whatever goes wrong will show your leadership ability. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There is something you have to offer that will bring in the extra cash you need. Good fortune is heading in your direction. A favor or gift can be expected. Someone who wants help may try to take advantage of you. Say no and move on quickly. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You'll have trouble trying to get your point across. Expect someone to divulge information that will make you appear incompetent. You will have to overcome any negativity that comes your way by proving that you know what you are doing. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't look for trouble or more responsibilities. Vacation plans can be made but don't go over budget or you will not enjoy your holiday. Size up a situation at work but don't take action just yet. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Someone may try to twist your words. Be ready to clarify exactly what you mean. Good fortune will come your way if you do the best job possible. Don't let a pushy competitor steal your thunder. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take a look at your financial situation and budget well. Now is not the time to be loose with your cash or too generous with others. Refrain from verbally responding to a situation before having all the facts. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take on a new hobby or pick up a new skill that will make you more marketable. Strain to obtain anything that will give you an edge over the competition. Don't let negativity take over. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Trust in your own assessment of any situation you face. A problem at home or with family may lead to additional responsibilities. Don't be afraid to ask for help or to delegate jobs. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You'll be faced with a judgment call that will influence your residence and domestic life. Don't be too hard on someone having trouble concentrating on what's important to you. Bad memories will haunt you if you don't come to terms with them. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't limit what you can do because you don't feel motivated. Push a little harder to accomplish your goals. You have too much going for you to hide it away in a dark corner until you feel more personable. There is nothing you cannot master if you put your mind to it. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Get involved in something that excites you. A creative outlet will do you a world of good and will help you decide what you want to do next in the real world, as well. You don't need structure, you need playtime. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't let your imagination get the better of you. Look at the facts before you go off on a tangent and make a fuss over nothing. Emotional upset is apparent, along with sudden changes. Listen, observe and learn from the past so you don't make a mistake you'll regret. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Making a move before you are ready will lead to confusion. A past partner will want to touch base. Before you decide to get together, recall why you don't see more of this person and consider whether or not it's a good idea. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A reserved approach to festivities will ensure that you head into the new year in good financial standing. Don't let anyone guilt you into buying something you don't need. Trust your instincts. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't let an impulsive move someone makes cause you to follow suit. A change will lead to an interesting new friendship with someone who has plenty to offer. Handle your current situation responsibly. 3 stars