ARIES (March 21-April 19): Rethink your strategy, lifestyle and current direction. Get back to basics and concentrate on making changes that count. Recognize your passion and you'll find a way to turn it into a paying job you want to pursue. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take time to talk to your peers or to research something you'd like to pursue this year. You don't have to make an abrupt change in your life, but giving yourself time to consider the possibilities will lead to something good. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be versatile. Offer suggestions and hands-on help to someone who has done favors for you in the past. Start out the year by paying back and it will make you feel good. Make plans to chill with a friend. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Make sure that you are on the same page as anyone you are personally or professionally involved with. Partnerships should take priority and setting up a guideline to ensure fairness will help you move forward seamlessly. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may need a change, but before you make an impulsive move, you are best to take care of pressing matters that may affect your reputation. Expect someone to pose a problem for you if you aren't mindful of what others want. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep moving, conversing and making your suggestions heard. The more you interact, the more information you will gather and the further ahead you'll get. Refuse to let a last-minute incident stifle romantic plans. Focus on enhancing your love life. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Keep the peace. Protect your home, your family and your future. Refrain from overreacting or making an unnecessary move that could be costly. Concentrate on work, your performance and getting ahead. It's what you accomplish and how that will spare you grief. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You've got all the right moves and words to make a difference. Don't hold back; push for what you want and don't worry about what others do or say. It's up to you to make things happen. Your courage will be impressive. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): An investment will pay off. A change at home or to the way you live looks inviting. Express your thoughts and plans and you will gain support. Don't fold under pressure. Do things your way and don't look back. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You'll have plenty to contend with when dealing with peers, friends or relatives. Keep your thoughts and plans to yourself until you are certain you can live up to any promise you want to make. Arguing will be futile. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Reflecting on the past can help you move forward. Problems with a boss, government agency, institution or even a legal matter must be dealt with diplomatically. A change in health, finances or emotional wellness is apparent. Proceed with caution. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Care, share and offer what you can to your friends, colleagues or those you have worked with in the past. What you do for others will bring you high returns. There is money to be made. Propose a deal or draw up a contract. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You'll feel bad if you overdid it last night. You are best to lay low today. Avoid anyone who is demanding something or pressuring you to make a move or change. Strive for balance and a strategy that has your best interest at heart. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Set your house in order physically, emotionally and mentally. What you do to make your surroundings better suited to your needs will encourage you to pursue a lifelong goal. Stop procrastinating and start doing. Set up a budget and a health regime and stick to it. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't start the year off by taking on other people's responsibilities. Step back and let someone else pick up the slack. Your focus should be on how you can advance using the skills you enjoy employing the most. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Stick close to home and protect what you have worked so hard to acquire. Problems with indulgence and financial concerns should be looked at and a strategy set into motion. Take control and make budget cuts and personal adjustments. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It's time to get the ball rolling. Make the changes at home that will help you reach your goals emotionally, financially and professionally. Don't let uncertainty slow you down when discipline and persistence are all that's required. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The lifestyle changes you've been considering can now be put into play. Finding a new source of income and investing in your skills, talents and knowledge will help you gain confidence and a position that allows you to excel. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your emotions in check and your criticisms or complaints to yourself. Excess will lead to trouble with authority figures or someone you love. Be responsible and protect your body, mind and possessions. Diplomacy and integrity must be maintained. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Look ahead with optimism. Consider ringing in the new year with the people you love. Hosting a small gathering will show your good will and allow you to share any plans you intend to pursue in the new year. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take time to help others. Close the year on a high note by lending a helping hand or making sure you've done your very best to make personal improvements that will not only benefit you but the people you care about most. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): This is the time to make amends if you need to. Offer what you can to those you love. Bare your soul and show your intent and earnest need to do what's right and what's best. Be a role model. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): An industrious attitude will help you clear up pressing matters. Last-minute plans will add to your end-of-year celebration. It's time to unveil your plans for the future and prepare those your decisions will affect. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Socializing and participating in year-end festivities will help you kick off the new year in a spirited, positive and eventful manner. Romance will make your personal life better and ensure that you maintain a healthy relationship. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You'll want to put the past behind you and make resolutions that promise a brighter future. Don't let domestic situations discourage you. Avoid anyone who is over-indulgent or brings you down. Surround yourself with positive support. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Face the past, size up the future and enjoy the festivities that unfold as one year ends and another begins. It's out with the old and in with the new. Use your imagination and explore the possibilities that excite you the most. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): New year, new you. Start at home and make whatever positive changes required to achieve your goals. Open up your heart to friends and you'll develop stronger ties and suggestions that can help you make any transition required less stressful. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Enforce discipline if you want to avoid indulgence mentally, physically or financially. Bring the year in on a quiet note with close friends. Travel and dealing with controversial individuals or authority figures will lead to trouble. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There is too much at risk to tempt fate. Remember what made you unhappy or dissatisfied this past year. Use today as a turning point. List the changes you want to make and the timeline in which you should do so. Embrace the future. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Revisit your life goals and structure what you feel you must do in order to make the upcoming year your very best. Invest in what you have to offer and make plans to follow through. Make tonight a celebration worth remembering. 2 stars