What Your 2016 Goals Should Be Based on Your Astrological Sign

March 21 to April 19

Life: Patience isn't your strongest suit, so use this time to learn the beauty of relaxing and waiting. Try practicing meditation once a week.

Work: Take on that leadership role you've had your eye on — you'll thrive in your element.

April 20 to May 20

Life: You're a little possessive, so learn to loosen your grip on friends, family, and partners — your relationships will flow more smoothly. Take up a hobby to distract yourself from the urge to possess.

Work: Become a mentor for the office newbies. Your patience and reliability makes you a great fit for the role!

May 21 to June 20

Life: You're plagued by nervousness, so take up an exercise class that centers you and relieves you of the jitters. Hot yoga, anyone?

Work: Ask for more responsibility (and a pay raise!) from your boss. You're a quick learner, so you'll rise to the occasion in no time.

June 21 to July 22

Life: As a pessimist, you often find yourself looking at the glass as half empty. Time to switch your perspective — there's much to appreciate! Every night, write down the day's happiest moment on a slip of paper, and place it in a jar as a practice of gratitude.

Work: You're highly imaginative, so spearhead a new creative project at the office.

July 23 to Aug. 22

Life: Your stubbornness is a major hinderance in your relationships. Work on letting things go and apologizing more frequently — it's okay to let the other person win sometimes.

Work: You enjoy feeling admired, so leap on the big promotion this year. As the boss, you'll see many heads turning.

Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Life: You're a bit on the shy side, so aim to make new friends by going out more in 2016. Netflix on Fridays is fun, but creating new connections is better.

Work: You tend to overwork yourself, so be sure to take your full lunch breaks this year — and leave at a reasonable hour.

Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Life: You avoid confrontation at all costs, which can seriously damage your relationships. Work on speaking up in tough situations, no matter how uncomfortable it may be.

Work: Plan a few fun outings with your teammates. As a social butterfly, you'll flourish.

Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Life: You've got trust issues — make 2016 the year you address them. Little by little, let loved ones in, and you'll reap the benefits.

Work: Research making income on the side. Your resourcefulness will come in handy.

Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Life: Sometimes your promises are bigger than what you're able to deliver — in 2016, break the habit of flaking on friends and family. Never say what you don't mean!

Work: Your wanderlust is unquenchable, so take a couple weeks off for the trip you've always been meaning to take.

Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

Life: If someone tells you you're being condescending, you (probably) are. This year, pay attention to your tone of voice and the words you choose.

Work: With all your self-discipline, you'd be a fab manager. Don't pass up the opportunity when it happens by!

Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Life: You tend to hide your emotions, and you come off as aloof to friends and family. Practice tapping into your feelings and expressing yourself as often as you can.

Work: You're independent and sufficient, so look into self-employment.

Feb. 19 to March 20

Life: It's easy for you to get sad, so eliminate the gloomy moments by surrounding yourself with optimistic friends. And read these feel-good books!

Work: You're all about visual media, so go for jobs within the communications field.