Your stars Nov. 13

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Use your intelligence to outmaneuver anyone trying to exploit you. Don't be naive or give anyone the power to make choices for you. Scour all avenues for opportunities and create what you deem best. Get a second opinion if you don't like what someone offers as a diagnosis or plan. 3 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put your energy where it counts. Make comfort and convenience your goals. Set high standards and research your options to determine the most efficient and affordable way to move forward with your plans. Change begins with you; promote your best offer and clarify what you want in return. 3 starsGEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take care of business yourself. If you depend on others, you will be disappointed in the results. Use your intelligence, knowledge and resources to help navigate your way forward. Go through the proper channels to forgo delays. A trip, meeting or conference will encourage positive change. 4 starsCANCER (June 21-July 22): Let your mind wander, but keep your money and possessions safe. Emotional spending is apparent if you buy into someone else's dreams or succumb to a manipulative sales pitch. Back up, be more introspective and consider how your skills, attributes and talents can benefit you. 2 starsLEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Do it yourself. Relying on others to do things for you will lead to regret and faulty results. Keep your thoughts to yourself when dealing with business matters or associates. Pressure tactics will backfire, leaving you in the lurch. Keep life simple and stick to the truth. 5 starsVIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Communication is necessary to ensure things get done correctly. You are overdue for a change, but first, you must take care of loose ends. Once you have all your ducks in a row, reward yourself with a pick-me-up that makes you feel good about your appearance and accomplishments. 3 starsLIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Dealing with people from different backgrounds will require open-mindedness. Offer alternatives and be willing to meet halfway if that's what it will take to get things done. Stick to the truth and verify the information you receive before you pass it along. An innuendo someone makes will be misleading. 3 starsSCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Initiate change. Reset your schedule to ensure you have time to alter your preferences to suit your needs. Stay on top of money matters. Be sure to ask for a written estimate before you sign a contract. Research can help prevent making a costly mistake. Trust your intuition. 3 starsSAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make a motion to do something that requires one of your talents and intelligence or that offers the opportunity to explore new possibilities and outlets. Let your passion rise and push you to do all that is required to make your dreams come true. 5 starsCAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Keep your emotions hidden from those trying to find your weak link. Put your energy into achieving your goals and fend off interference by keeping a low profile and making every move count. Strategy, discipline and hard work will pay off. Do what you do best. 2 starsAQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A creative outlet will spark your imagination and encourage you to turn something you love doing into a moneymaking operation. Jump-start your energy with excitement and enthusiasm; it will help build the momentum and support you need to reach your goal. A joint venture looks promising. 4 starsPISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Refuse to let someone else's uncertainty slow you down. Don't hesitate to do your best and implement a change that stimulates personal growth or self-improvement. Use your imagination and creativity to outmaneuver anyone competitive. A financial gain or contract looks promising. Romance is on the rise. 3 stars