ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look at the full extent of your current situation. Check your financial position and consider how best to ensure you don't incur debt. A minimalistic plan should be put in place until you feel there is less uncertainty in your life. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take control. Enact changes you want to make, not those someone else is pressuring you into. Protect your reputation, your physical and emotional health and your ability to do what's best for you. Speak from the heart. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If you are too enthusiastic, you'll be taken advantage of. Observation will be in your best interest. Someone offering praise and compliments will have ulterior motives. Gather facts and size up situations based on your findings, not what someone tells you. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take the initiative and get things done your way. Your input will be welcomed and your ability to sort through matters will help resolve issues that have been hanging over your head. Put things to rest and enjoy year-end festivities. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Look for opportunities and make changes that will ease stress and help you prepare to close the year on a high note. Refrain from overspending or being indulgent when out with friends. Offer quick wit, humor and help to others. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Look at the possibilities. Structure your time to ensure you make the most of each moment. How you deal with others will reflect who you are and what lies ahead. Say no to indulgent behavior and those asking too much. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Look at the big picture before you make a gesture that will be judged. You are best to stick to what you know you can accomplish without the help of others. An idea may sound good, but interference will stifle your plans. 2 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make plans to engage in activities that are creative and fun. Share your thoughts and you will receive interesting responses that will feed your imagination and lead to creative ideas. Personal changes and romantic endeavors will improve your life. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Manipulative tactics will be used to convince you to make a change. Don't let emotions take over, undermining your intelligence and ability to stay on track and do things according to the rules. Look for answers within and follow your heart. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don't take anything or anyone for granted. Consider what you'd like to see happen and do the legwork to bring your plans to fruition. Don't let what others do ruin your plans. Personal change will lead to gain. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put in extra hours if they will buy you the freedom to enjoy the end-of-year festivities. Deal with institutional affairs that are due for an update. You'll put your mind at ease, allowing you to enjoy life. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Lend a helping hand at your local community center. If you can bring joy to those less fortunate, you will feel you have accomplished something good. Your kind gesture will result in an unexpected gift or financial reward. 4 stars