Astrograph

Knowing what you want will be half the battle. Let your intuition help you figure out which route to take. Not all offers will be equal. Look for signs of excess, indulgence and overselling, and head in the other direction. Maintaining a practical attitude will result in personal gains.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Show off your intelligence and bravado. Step outside your comfort zone and don’t be afraid to express your feelings. You’ll gain respect and receive unusual, unexpected offers.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can help people, but don’t let anyone take advantage of your generosity. Someone will use unscrupulous methods to entice you into something you are best off walking away from.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Live a little. Participate in events that give you interesting alternatives to your usual weekend routine. You’ll encounter someone who shares your beliefs and has something of interest to offer you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t waste your breath trying to get others to do things your way. Take action and do your best to make a difference. The results you get will attract a romantic response.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Short trips, a visit to a museum or plans for some family fun will lead to a better understanding of what’s important to you and what your next move should entail.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Spice up your life. Make plans with someone special. Seize a chance to become more aware of who you are and what you want. Romance is favored.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Getting involved in an event that opens your mind to different beliefs or greater self-awareness will be life-altering. Adjust your living quarters to fit your plans.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Good decisions won’t come easy. Do your own fact-finding. Make domestic changes that will improve your life and relationships. Romance will lead to a commitment.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An interesting development will take place with someone quite unexpected. Looking at real estate or ways to maximize the space you live in will lead to greater prosperity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- An emotional ploy will tug at your heartstrings. Before giving in, consider alternatives that will not jeopardize your relationships or bankbook. Love will help you resolve issues.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- An unusual turn of events will lead to an unexpected opportunity. Call in favors and do your best to market what you have to offer. Use caution when operating equipment or machinery.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The changes you make will lead to good fortune. A chance to invest in something that will help raise your standard of living should be a no-brainer. A romantic promise can be made.