ARIES (March 21-April 19): Offering your time, skills, or service will take you into a new group that has a lot to bring to the table. The favors, proposals, and knowledge you will acquire because of your kindness and participation will help to establish your position.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Show confidence and stability. Changing your plans because someone else does will not leave you in a strong position. Refuse to let your emotions cause you to act impulsively. Your actions must reflect your own ideas.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t leave anything to chance or count on someone else to do your job. Put your priorities in order, and finish what you start. A relationship with someone may not be as good for you as you thought. Protect what you have worked so hard to acquire.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You can have a new you in no time if you make alterations to your lifestyle, appearance, or even your skills ? all bringing beneficial results. You will have a better chance to follow your dreams, hopes, and wishes into the future.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A relationship or partnership is possible, but be honest about what you are bringing to the table. Too much talk may give someone you are dealing with a false impression. Don’t make promises you may not be able to fulfill.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The most unlikely situation or set of circumstances will turn out to be the most satisfying and profitable. Trying new things will enable you to offer more to people you work with or who depend on you. There is money to be made.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may face a learning curve, but it will set you apart from everyone else. Your intellectual input coupled with your unique skill to develop something with substance into something bold and breathtaking will win favors, friends, and an ongoing respect.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’ll have trouble getting your point across to someone you are close to. Question whether you are being told the truth. Sort through what’s real and what’s not, and don’t be fooled by false impressions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You must stay on course and refrain from making any abrupt changes that will alter the way you live or the lifestyle you lead. Travel for pleasure will ease stress but will cause financial problems.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your intelligence and intuitive awareness will not steer you wrong financially or emotionally. Take something that interests you, and rework it so it will draw interest from people looking to invest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll want too much, too fast. Don’t make a fuss if you don’t get your way. Someone is trying to save you from making a poor choice. Listen to the advice being given, and slow down the process until you have more facts.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’ll be in the mood to conquer and accomplish, but don’t be too quick to share your ideas, plans, or success. Someone may try to take advantage of you. Put your skills to work for you. The slow and solid route will bring you success.

21 episodes of “Friends” that double as references for women I’ve dated: