ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You shouldn't have to be told to be extremely tactful if you find yourself in an involvement with someone whose support you badly need. This could be shaky ground for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Adopting a negative attitude regarding a distasteful but necessary task would only compound matters. Grit your teeth and get the job done.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The temptation to take a huge financial risk might be rather pronounced. Unfortunately, Lady Luck isn't likely to back you up in this type of speculation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Be open-minded to any advice offered you, but don't be unduly influenced by persons who always view things negatively. Make up your own mind.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Try not to be overly exacting with or too demanding of subordinates. They'll perform far better and produce much more if you minimize your supervision and nitpicking.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- There's a possibility that you could be unreasonably stingy with persons who have treated you generously in the past. Behaving in such a manner is the wrong way to repay such kindness.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You could be inclined to postpone important things that require immediate attention. If you stall too long, the day will be over before you get anything done.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- To a large degree, the end results of an important matter will be determined by the way you anticipate the consequences of your actions. Think and act positively, and you'll come out ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It is an excellent time to analyze your spending patterns in search of budgetary holes. If you truly want to make improvements, you'll view things realistically.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Under most circumstances, you are not the type of person who easily backs away from a challenge. However, if things look to be too difficult currently, it might be better to hang back.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Be helpful to others whenever you can, but be cognizant of your own needs and limitations as well. If you take on more than you can handle, no one will benefit.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- There are times when we probe too deeply into others' personal affairs and we learn things we'd rather not know. Don't let your curiosity get out of hand and create this kind of situation.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Friends who want to support you might turn reluctant if you come off as too self-serving. Do unto others as you would do unto yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The biggest thing you might have to overcome is a lack of belief in your capabilities. If you don't have any faith in yourself, why should others?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Not everyone with whom you'll be involved will be in accord with your way of thinking, but show a willingness to have a meeting of the minds and good things will happen.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you're not careful, you could find yourself in the unenviable position of having others making all the decisions for you. Once you lose control, it could be difficult to regain it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Onlookers might believe you to be a better talker than a doer. This can easily be corrected, however, if you act first and leave the conversation until later.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Exercise restraint in your commercial dealings and don't jump on the first offer you receive. Thoroughly study all that is involved, both the obvious points and the subtleties.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Friends and associates will quickly become rattled about a critical situation if you are too indecisive. Once you've studied the matter, make your best judgment call and abide by it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Manage the people in your charge with a gentle hand, because they will respond more favorably to kindness than to demands or anger. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Instead of handling your resources with prudence, you could easily succumb to your more extravagant impulses. Remember, what you waste now won't be there when you really need it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Be extremely careful not to play favorites in your involvements with friends. If you do, knowingly or unknowingly, you won't like the results one bit.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- There's a chance you'll become involved in an endeavor in which all the real power will reside in the hands of another. Should this happen, don't fight what you can't change.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Historically, when you spend impulsively, you seldom walk away with a good deal. If you're not careful, it could be one of those times when you'll repeat this pattern.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you find yourself in a position where must make a decision that would affect friends who hold opposing positions, try to be as wise and impartial as possible.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- In order for a joint endeavor to work out, you need to make sure there is parity between the players. It won't succeed if the workload is unequal.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Be careful not to automatically veto a partner's wishes without careful consideration. You'd be asking for a real blowup.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't ask and expect a co-worker to take care of an onerous chore for you without offering to do the same for him or her down the line, fully intending to stand by your word.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- When involved in a friendly competitive game, such as tennis, golf or handball, don't make winning so important that it spoils the fun for everyone else. Relax and enjoy yourself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's fine to do things that make you look good, but only if your actions don't come at the expense of another. Be extra careful to avoid falling into this pattern unthinkingly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Usually you go out of your way to be an extremely diplomatic person, but this wonderful quality might desert you today. Avoid using excessive flattery, and don't treat others arrogantly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be alert for uncertainties in your affairs, and protect your interests at all times. Conditions could have a disturbing influence on your material dealings, so stay sharp.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- This might not turn out to be such a nifty day if you and your mate, partner or friend cannot agree upon a social outing. Toss a coin.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Be wary of falling into patterns that are self-defeating or that make matters more complicated than the need to be. Work on figuring out effective shortcuts, instead of dwelling on frustrating detours.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A well-intentioned, close pal isn't likely to be the one you should go to for some constructive advice. Talk to someone with a valuable distance from the matter at hand.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- A major achievement won't be denied you, if you have the fortitude and/or tenacity to attain it. Persistence will be your watchword -- don't give up!