ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you can, disengage yourself from having anything to do with a demanding person. You're not likely to have the continued patience it would take to deal with him or her.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Be careful not to generate complications where none should exist when doing your thing. The inclination could be there to create unnecessary problems.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you're smart, you'll keep betting out of the picture when involved in activities that contain elements of friendly competition. Once stakes are introduced, the fun will end.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Insisting that everyone do things your way will create a reaction opposite of what you hope to achieve. Applying poor tactics will defeat your purposes and desires.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Holding a grudge against someone with whom you've recently exchanged testy words will serve no useful purpose, and it could be to your detriment. If you can't forgive, you should at least try to forget.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- There's a chance you're likely to believe that you're operating from a position of strength, when in reality you could be cruising for a bruising. Be extremely cautious with all of your financial affairs.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you and your mate are more temperamental than usual, it is vital that neither of you bring up an issue that would ignite an old argument.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Left to your own devices you'll be effectively industrious, but if you're closely supervised, the reverse might be the case. Then, you'll be tempted to provoke your observer, to ill effect.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you allow yourself to be susceptible to peer pressure, in all likelihood you'll be encouraged to do something that will not serve your best interests. Be your own person.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There is no need for you to kowtow to someone whose reputation is more symbolic than authoritative. Don't let titles or the trappings of power unduly impress you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't waste your time getting involved in a heated discussion about a subject in which neither you nor your adversary are well versed. Chances are, you're both wrong.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Take care in joint money matters when dealing with friends. If the accounts aren't adding up right or are being handled incompetently, someone will end up being very angry.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's kind of you to be responsive to someone in need, and the person who requires help isn't likely to forget it. In fact, down the line she or he is likely to make a sacrifice for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The world will see you as a friend because, much to your credit, you'll not only give a hoot, but you'll go out of your way to help in every situation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Things that appear difficult at first will turn out to be a breeze once you get into them, mostly because you'll look at the obstacles involved as stepping stones.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Although you'll handle most everything that comes along very well, your greatest successes lie with situations that permit you to use the full scope of your imagination.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Even if your logic tells you otherwise, it might be smart to follow your intuitive perceptions, especially in your commercial dealings. Your instincts will be right on the money.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- When dealing with someone who is difficult to figure out, it might be smart for you to try to appeal to his or her emotions, which might give you a clue to understanding what you're dealing with.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you have to perform an arduous task, try to do it out of the range of kibitzers and advisers. They may mean well, but left to your own devices, you can do a good job.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There is nothing wrong with being in love with love. In fact, if that's how you want to play it, know that there is ample room in this world for an optimistic romantic.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- When it comes to several critical assignments involving deadlines, unless you discipline yourself, you might have trouble finishing them all on time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There is a strong possibility that both your computer and telephone will be be very busy, either with you trying to reach others or them trying to touch base with you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Your instincts for spotting excellent bargains are especially sharp. If you have the inclination, opportunity and money, it's a good time to get out and go shopping.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't let anyone put you in a position where your flexibility is limited. The more independently you are able to operate, the more effective you are likely to be.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Being a loner could make you despondent, so if you don't have anything on the social calendar for the evening, get something going, and enjoy it to the hilt.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you need the help of others in order to be successful, see to it that they share in the fruits of what is produced. Don't expect too much from them if the rewards aren't there.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- When it comes to a situation where you expect a little help from Lady Luck, she isn't apt to show up, yet you could be rather lucky in something that you don't put much stock in.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Stay out of a situation in which another is trying to work out something for you. Although you may think you're capable of helping, your input could bring negotiations to a halt.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There is a strong chance that you might attempt to change something that is heading for success, thus turning victory into defeat. Leave well enough alone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone who pretends to be an ally might reveal his or her true colors. Go slow and be watchful to see what happens -- only then do as you see fit.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You can expect some hostile reactions from co-workers or associates if you fail to treat them with consideration. Conversely, kindness and generosity will produce cooperation.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Any calculated risks you take for pragmatic purposes should pan out quite well. Conversely, gambling for the sake of gambling is likely to backfire.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- When dealing with outsiders, you'll conduct yourself with generosity and kindness -- yet there might be a lack of goodwill and congeniality in involvements with the family.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A poor attitude will make work that should be easy extremely hard. If you think of each of your tasks as being labors of love, the results will astonish you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Impulse spending is likely to put some severe dents in your budget. If you're smart, you'll stay away from any stores that carry items you dearly want but can't afford.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Involvements that bring out your selflessness and desire to be of service to others will work out great for all concerned. Catering only to your own needs -- not so much.