ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stand your ground, make your intentions clear and do what feels right. Don't overload your to-do list with favors for others when you must look out for yourself and take care of your interests first. Getting ahead depends on your tenacity. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Emotions will be difficult to control when dealing with friends, relatives or colleagues. Choose your words wisely; sending a mixed message will confuse a situation that needs practical help and understanding. Self-improvement will offer better results than trying to change others. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You'll experience problems expressing your feelings and dealing with sensitive issues at work. Keep busy, and don't share personal information. Distance yourself from anyone trying to talk you into taking on more than you can handle. Take better care of your health. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don't take anything for granted; if you want something done, do it yourself. You'll be in emotional overdrive when helping others or involved in joint ventures. Don't promise or take on too much. Live within your budget, and don't embellish information. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your actions have more clout than your words. Take the initiative, set goals, test your plans and don't share your ideas with others until you have everything in place. Don't let demanding individuals dominate your time. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Adjust what's necessary, but stick to your plans. Trying to accommodate others will leave you feeling tired and limit what you can do to achieve your goal. If you call on reliable people who owe you, you'll meet your deadline. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Experience will help hone your skills. Test how good you are, but don't expect to be perfect. Having patience will ease tension and help you enjoy what you are doing. Mastering the art of something that makes you happy is the richest reward. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make up your mind; if you take too much time to ponder over what you are doing, you'll overthink the process. Learn all you can and meet with people who have something to contribute. Don't put time or money into personal situations. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Have some fun, expand your interests and meet new people. Don't feel the need to be overly generous. Let your charm lead the way, and you won't feel the need to buy love. Put more thought into investments, contracts and due dates. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Listen to requests, but don't buy into something for the wrong reason or to impress someone. An interest in someone quite unlike you will lead to negative and positive results. Learn what you can and move on before it costs you. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A levelheaded approach to money, work and relationships will spare you from getting involved in a messy situation that affects your emotional well-being. Pay attention to how you look and where you live. Concentrate on feeling good about yourself. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on health. Join a fitness group, improve your eating habits or update your look. Dress for success; it will make you feel confident and eager to succeed. Don't let a lousy relationship bring you down; deal with it and walk away. 3 stars