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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put your head down, focus on what you want to achieve and avoid letting outside influences stand between you and what makes you happy. Use your intelligence and a high-energy approach to manage your money, formulate long-term plans and satisfy your needs. How you handle and implement change will determine your next professional or financial move. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Too much in too short a time will cause problems. Stick to your routine and budget to make your life easier. Refuse to let others talk you into something you don't need or want. Protect your physical and emotional well-being. If someone asks for too much, be ready to decline and walk away. Choose common sense. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Refuse to jeopardize yourself by fitting in or taking the fall for someone else's shortcomings. Honesty and integrity are your best options regardless of what others do. A shift is underway, and being on the right side of destiny is up to you. Choose wisely, and head in a positive direction with a healthy attitude. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can gain ground if you interact. Put your best foot forward, and network and socialize your way ahead. Let your charm and imagination take over, and you'll own the spotlight. An interesting prospect that grabs attention will motivate you to make a lifestyle or physical change. Romance is in the stars. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Ease up on yourself. Reflect on what you are good at and the things you do that bring you pride. Participate in an event that addresses what concerns you and rub elbows with those who chant the same mantra. Stand up, say what's on your mind and be the leader who makes a difference. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): What you do will be the deciding factor in what you receive in return. Promises without following through are a waste of everyone's time. Take the first step and establish a lifestyle and routine that leads to better health, a more fulfilling life and more profound love. Reach out to those who matter. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are walking a tightrope when it comes to excessive behavior or promising the impossible. Choose your words wisely and show passion in how you approach what and who matters to you. An unusual opportunity will unfold if you participate in functions that are work-related or offer insight into prospects that interest you. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Engage in something that excites you, and it will lead to an opportunity. Open communication will be a telltale sign of what's possible and the best way to fulfill your needs. Explore the possibilities before investing money, and you'll avoid the stress that accompanies uncertainty. Stop trying to impress others. Do what makes you feel good about yourself. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Look before you leap. Opportunity is apparent, but how you go about taking advantage of a situation without overspending or taking on more responsibility than you can handle is the question. Proceed with caution and obtain everything in writing. You are best to stick to domestic improvements that lower your overhead or add to your convenience. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Get involved in the conversation, share your insight and include what you are willing to contribute. A partnership or sharing costs or expertise with someone willing to match your input and donation will lead to a match made in heaven. Social and networking events, along with romance and commitment, are favored. Proceed with passion. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Check your schedule, how you handle your routine and what you can do to reconfigure your time management to ensure your work-to-play ratio is balanced. Taking better care of yourself is necessary if you want to give and do your best. A lifestyle change is within reach; all you need to do is put it into place. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Engage in events that offer insight into new possibilities. The chance to head in a different direction is within reach. Be cautious of offers that sound too good to be true while searching for your passion. Love is apparent, but so is excessive and indulgent behavior. You can't buy love, but you can earn it.