It looks like new horizons could begin opening up for you in the year ahead. Past experiences have taught you how to disengage yourself from situations that are potentially unproductive and lack promise, making it possible to access new vistas.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Financial trends could be rather unstable. In situations where things are running smoothly, don't turn around and behave in ways that nullify everything you've gained.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Unless you're careful, you could put yourself in a position where you unknowingly begin operating against your best interest. Don't be your own worst enemy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your luck does have its limitations, so be careful not to press it too far, by attempting to use it as a replacement for honest effort, for example. There's no substitute for putting in the work.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you fail to control events, they will end up dominating you. Unless you devise a sensible game plan and stick to it, you'll be tossed and turned by the unforgiving winds of circumstance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Although you are likely to be fortunate where your material interests are concerned, this good luck isn't apt to spill over into the realm of your reputation. Be careful regarding your self-image.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- As long as you can treat whatever happens philosophically, it should be a good day for you. Lose your cool or overreact in any way, and you could suffer some negative consequences.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Strive to be as fair to yourself as you are with others. After all, you're entitled to the same consideration as everyone is and if you don't give it to yourself, no one else will.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you team up with a partner, be sure it's someone who behaves as you do. You will be accountable for your counterpart's tactics, procedures and behavior, and you'll share the results as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Your objectives can be achieved, provided that you select a partner who envisions the end result the same way you do. If he or she sees things differently, it could be a bad scene.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you're planning a get-together with friends, invite only those who mix well with one another. Anyone who doesn't could spoil everyone else's good time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There are ample opportunities surrounding you, yet you could be oblivious to them. If you can't or won't recognize them, you will only have yourself to blame.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- It's always important to treat everyone with whom you're involved as courteously and amicably as possible. Be careful that you don't kowtow to the big shots while disrespecting everyone else.

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