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Aries MARCH 21-APRIL 19

Don’t pay too much attention to people who aren’t professionals in their field. In fact, they may know less about things than you do. Don’t undervalue your knowledge and experience. When it’s about problem-solving, you’re an astute operator. Nobody knows your business better than you. Trust your instincts. Taurus APRIL 20-MAY 20

This is an intense period, and at times it can feel like your world is spinning out of control. It’s the start of an exciting new phase, and your full attention is needed to capitalize on opportunities. Pay attention and stay focused. The power is in the now! Gemini MAY 21-JUNE 20

Your career is not the only area in life that needs a marketing plan. If you are single and looking for love, make a dating plan and be decisive about the type of person you want to attract. Don’t forget to also pass a critical eye over your own skills and attributes to see if they’re in line with the type of person you want to meet. Cancer JUNE 21-JULY 22

Someone you know — either a friend or family member — could infringe on your schedule this week. It’s a nice thought to be able to help, but if you have priorities elsewhere, it may not be easy to accommodate. Think of other ways to assist that won’t put pressure on you. Sometimes it’s enough just to be a good listener. Leo JULY 23-AUG. 22

The difference between life’s winners and losers is often nothing more than state of mind. Positive thought can accelerate your lifestyle from coach to first class. This is particularly relevant when it concerns money in the bank. Check how you think and feel about money. Make sure your thoughts are positive and expansive, not negative and limited. Virgo AUG. 23-SEPT. 22

Fast-action planet Mars has an effect on your life, and in another few days it will come out of its retrograde transit. Right now, you need to look after your own needs. It’s okay to reach out to others, but not if it’s going to be detrimental to your own needs. If someone continually presents you with problems, they can exhaust your energy. Look for people with an optimistic outlook who share their successes, not just their issues. Libra SEPT. 23-OCT. 22

With technological advances, there are many ways to stay in touch with loved ones. Sophisticated electronics make long-distance communication easy as well as economical. Don’t let anything stand in the way of love. When Cupid’s arrows sting your heart, it will be worth the extra effort to stay in touch. If it’s your birthday

Happy birthday, Aries! You thrive on being busy and productive. You love the excitement of life, but also need a level of routine to attend to responsibilities. This is a year of action. Expect to embrace change one way or another. Scorpio OCT. 23-NOV. 21

To win in life, learn to appeal to other people’s values. Most people are only interested in what you can do for them. At work, if you attend to the needs of superiors, you’ll get their attention. When you go off on tangents and do what you think is best, rather than focus on the other person’s highest priority, the result will not be the same. Sagittarius NOV. 22-DEC. 21

Expect to have the usual business overtone in your dealings, but don’t block everything else out. With love goddess Venus in your solar Seventh House, Cupid is close by. This is a new start for you on a personal level. With planet Mars about to come out of its retrograde transit in your area of business, work also gets a boost of intense energy. Every day you move closer to achieving your goals. Capricorn DEC. 22-JAN. 19

Be careful how you handle a business or financial situation. Even if you feel justified in changing a deal because someone’s situation has changed, think through your next move before making a final decision. Be careful not to give too much away. You have a lot to offer, and being too easygoing could devalue your services. Win-win outcomes are always the best. Aquarius JAN. 20-FEB. 18

You may be asked to give a hand with something, but don’t agree if you don’t have time to do the job justice. If you make a promise and can’t deliver, you may have to do damage control at a later date. It’s wise to decline and put them in touch with someone who can do the job in the required time frame. Pisces FEB. 19-MARCH 20

Your personal life can feel like it is operating at an accelerated pace this next week. If you feel out of control, inject some routine into your schedule to get a grip on your day-to-day activity. When you work from a schedule, it provides a level of assurance that everything, one way or another, will be accomplished.