Aries (March 21-April 19): Your drive to excel is not so much to impress others, but to benefit your own self-esteem. You know what you are made of, and putting your creative skills to the test boosts your confidence. Making your home, yard or workspace safer can be just one way to express yourself.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Pausing to think before communicating can eliminate the avalanche of afterthoughts that might hit you over the head. Avoid the stress by generating as much good will as possible. There’s a proper time and place for everything, including speaking your mind.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): It’s fun to dream about working some luxurious perks into your budget. Rather than losing yourself in unrealistic fantasies, appreciate the fact that the real riches of life are found in the simplest of pleasures. It’s not the circumstances that create joy; it’s you.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): It’s far different to wear your heart on your sleeve by choice than by accident. There can be some very good reasons for showing the world exactly how you feel today. Behavior can be an open book, and you can be its author. Actions speak louder than words.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Revisiting a decision with the benefit of all the life experiencecan be an eye-opener. Maybe you’re thinking about mending a fence or rebuilding a bridge you once burnt to a crisp. Seriously consider what your gut is telling you. Healing is a personal journey.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Switching gears from business mode to social and back can be tough to pull off today. Visualize a transparent energy field surrounding you that vitalizes your communications. You can actually see the aura of your thoughtful, intelligent and caring personality. Relax and charm on.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): No one can give you a pep talk quite as effective as the one you can give yourself. Deep down you know that big challenges bring out the best of your ambitious nature. You’re energized by the prospect of transforming “Maybe I can’t” into “I knew I could.” Confidence is the companion of success.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can manage unforeseen changes if you are aware of the schedule that you’re working with today. Going the extra mile to offer a hand reminds you of a time when you were a newcomer seeking assistance. Welcome the opportunity to pay it forward.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If something is unattainable, do not assume it is fated to always stay that way. The world is constantly changing, and you can only benefit from intellectual growth. There is no downside to expanding your horizons; there are no limits on what can be learned.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your intention is to come away triumphant in all negotiations. And if you do your homework and make appropriate preparations, there’s virtually no reason why the victory you crave cannot be yours. It’s likely that personal relating will take precedence over business in the evening hours.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If there’s been an idea in the back of your mind, bring it front and center to assess whether it’s right for you. Talking over your goals with loved ones provides you with plenty of inspiration. If all goes well, a mutual support group might form among those with similar aspirations.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): The direction in which the solution lies leads straight through the thick of things. Therein lies the heart of the slowdown. Diving in that deep is a big task and requires a large commitment. Do some simple meditation to see if your intuition gives you a yes or no answer.