ARIES (March 21-April 19): You shouldn't have to use force to get your way. Gentle persuasion and offering something in return will help you keep the peace and reach your objective. Partnerships look promising and a joint venture will lead to a bright future. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You'll face problems with a relative, neighbor or mentor. Listen to the information offered, but don't feel the need to voice your own opinion. Keeping the peace will give you more time to work on what's really important to you. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can improve your relationships by addressing the issues that concern you. Knowing where you stand and what those you deal with daily are thinking or trying to achieve will help you figure out what you can contribute. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Handle touchy situations carefully. Be secretive about what you are doing if it will help you avoid conflict or interference. Once you are fully prepared to discuss your options, it will be easier to persuade those influenced by your decisions. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Use your Leo charm. If you want something, offer incentives and show others you care. You can offer suggestions that are impossible to turn down, but first make sure you can live up to your promises. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You don't have to spend money to make an impression. In fact, handling money cautiously will make you look good. Anyone trying to persuade you to spend more is not someone looking out for your best interests. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Mull over all your options. Change is encouraged, but only if it will be conducive to getting the end results you are looking for. Use your insight to find your footing in a time when uncertainty prevails. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Walk away from demanding people. Do your homework and you'll discover how much validity there is behind a proposal you are offered. Change can be good, but only if it is within reason and affordable. Trust your instincts. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Get along with your peers if you want to get ahead. Showing that you can be a team player will help you gain respect. An opportunity will crop up if you get together with someone from your past. Embrace change. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Poor choices regarding love, physical and emotional alterations will develop if you aren't discreet or you allow others to interfere in your life and your plans. Avoid impulsive people, decisions or moves. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Positive change is heading your way. Don't sabotage your chance to get ahead by taking on too much or overreacting because you think you deserve more. Less talk and more action will help you get to where you want to go. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don't lose control of pending financial, medical or legal matters. Regroup and look for a way to avoid loss. Cut corners and use your intelligence and intuition to help you make wise choices. Negotiate on your own behalf. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your emotions are running high and new beginnings will put you in a better mood. Plan something special that will be relaxing or geared toward love and romance. Take good care of your health and your appearance. Positive changes will be apparent. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don't make changes. Sit tight and focus on what you need to accomplish to maintain your position and uphold your reputation. If you waffle or show signs of inconsistency, you will lose sight of your goals. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Head to the salon and get a trim or search the Internet for the latest trends. A mini makeover will brighten your day and put you in the mood to socialize with friends or plan something special with your romantic partner. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Problems with someone you love will develop if you let your emotions get the best of you. If someone pressures you, walk away. It's important to maintain a healthy balance in your relationships if you want to avoid discord. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Children, seniors or friends can hold you back if you don't figure out a way to incorporate them into your plans. Look for reasonable ways to bring about change that will be acceptable to everyone concerned. Moderation and simplicity will be required. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Disappointment could turn into a benefit if handled properly. Refuse to let your emotions take over or lead you into unsavory territory with a partner or domestic problem. Make a difference instead of causing a problem. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be secretive regarding your plans until you have everything in place and are ready to launch. Giving others a polished presentation will make it that much easier to gain the support and approval required to excel. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can think big, but when it comes to putting your plans into motion, practicality should overrule impulse and risk. Question everything and everyone before you get involved in something that isn't fail-proof. Your insight will ward off loss. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Limitations will set in if you haven't allowed yourself enough time to take care of your physical and emotional wellbeing. Set time aside to assess your current situation. Honesty will be crucial if you want to make positive changes. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You'll be pro-change. Consider all the angles before you press forward. Don't let your emotions take over or lead you down the wrong path. Intelligence and practicality will help you avoid loss or failure. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Know what you want before you get into a dispute with someone. Be fair with others if you want to retrieve something you lost. Personal, physical and emotional alterations will turn out well. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An argument will limit what you can do. It's best to keep the peace and avoid battling over something you cannot change. Partnerships will suffer if you force issues that are best left alone. Focus on self-improvement. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You'll limit your chance to advance if you are difficult to get along with. Expect someone to sound a grievance. Respect the complaint and do your best to take care of your responsibilities. Self-improvement is featured. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put your current work and life situation in perspective. Don't feel pressured to make a change if you aren't ready. You have more options than you realize. Gather information, pick up additional skills and focus on what you want to achieve. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Channel your energy into activities that require physical endurance. It will ward off stress as well as any arguments that erupt due to emotional tension between you and someone you love. Aim to solve problems, not make them worse. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Make changes at home that will add to your comfort. Socializing and networking can lead to opportunities, but may also cause anxiety. Only agree to the projects or pursuits that are easy for you to deal with. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Hold off on making any moves that might influence your relationship with your lover, a sibling or a friend. Look for a positive way to resolve issues peacefully. Change can be good, but it has to be for the right reasons. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Gear up and get things done. Set your goals and don't look back. An emotional matter is best put on hold until you feel you have all the facts. A partnership will falter if you act on an assumption. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't feel the need to follow the crowd or get involved in an unpredictable situation regarding partners, joint ventures or anything that could end up costing you emotionally, financially or legally. Taking a practical approach will pay off. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Formulate your plans carefully and go over every detail before you jump into something risky. Precision, knowledge and facts will help you avoid being lured into a deal that sounds good but has hidden flaws. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't get overly excited or upset by what others are doing. Separate from the crowd and focus on what is in your own best interest. Before helping someone else, take care of your own responsibilities. Take care of your health. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are right to question everything if you want to get things right. Your curiosity will serve you well and help you avoid a mistake that could be costly financially or emotionally. Avoid people who waffle or tend to be erratic. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Relationships will need extra attention. You can bring about positive changes if you use your intelligence to find the best way to utilize your skills. An investment looks promising and could result in a financial gain. Romance is encouraged. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Question your relationships. Weed out poor influences. Not everyone will be happy with the choices you make, but if you feel stronger, safer or better off, then you've done what's best and right for you. 3 stars