ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your ability to impress people with your trustworthiness is on the upswing. You can get away with just about anything because others will turn a blind eye to your faults. Avoid flirtations and passionate flings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Analyze your habits. If you feel that you are not getting the most out of your efforts it is time to make a change. A companion might challenge you to examine your unhealthy attraction for unrealistic goals.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Consider moving up to a better plane of existence. It might be that changing some habits will put you in a position that pleases everyone. You might finally understand what someone has been saying all along.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It is better to deal with facts than to waste time on fantasies. You might think that some things must be true because you cannot see an alternative. Hold off on making decisions that involve your most valuable relationships.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Polish your resume and update your references. Start saying what others want to hear if you want to reach your most important career goals. Those in charge may be generous and willing to overlook your mistakes.

VIRGO(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Child’s play isn’t for adults. It isn’t smart to play pin the tail on the donkey with a major purchase or financial outlay. You might hit the right spot by sheer luck, but it is likely that you are operating blindly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Work hard to be clear and succinct when dealing with a significant other. True love means being loyal under all circumstances. You should be able to outmaneuver those who would entangle you in impractical schemes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Focus on fellowship. Someone else’s organizational expertise is a resource that could be helpful. Find ways to show solidarity and support for thosewhoput their money or their time on the line for your benefit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): All that glitters is not gold. Don’t make a sizable investment based on a friend’s casual suggestion. Making money requires discipline. An interesting idea that has been fuzzy might come into focus.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Unmask the masquerader. Flattery could be the sign of someone’s hidden agenda and an attempt to influence your opinion. Focus on directing your drive and determination to avoid damaging distractions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Spin doctors should take their own medicine. A tendency to embellish the truth could create a slightly troublesome misunderstanding. It might be time to be more discriminating about your constant companions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep the wheels turning. Apply courtesy in large doses to keep the mechanisms of social interactions running smoothly. Steer clear of anything too good to be true and only spend money on proven, trustworthy items.

IF AUGUST 23 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: People may find you fascinating and alluring during the upcoming six to eight weeks, but some moths drawn to your flame might fly away. You can forge some lasting and worthwhile relationships, but some new connections may not last. Your universal appeal may make it difficult to settle into suitable personal relationships. In October and November, you will welcome changes that open doors to a more interesting lifestyle. Don’t be distracted by fantasies and get rich schemes in November. Anything too good to be true probably is. Put money matters on the back burner until December when your common sense is at a peak.