ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't despair if your day begins on a sour note. When you start to hear all the nice things others are saying about you, you'll quickly turn your frown into a smile.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Regardless of what kind of financial mess you may find yourself in, fight your way through it. Everything is likely to turn around for you before the day is out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The cycle you're presently in puts a very strong emphasis on your natural leadership qualities. Even if you prefer not to use them, others will still turn to you for direction.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Any merchandise you acquire today will likely be treasured for a long time to come. It's the combination of elegance and practicality that makes this so.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An unusual amount of success in your endeavors is indicated, all because you try to do the most good for the greatest number. It'll pay off for everybody.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don't give up too quickly if things start out all wrong for you. Fortunately, you will be able to stick in there until you're able to turn things around to your liking.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Now is the time to start looking ahead. You should be able to come up with an idea for blending your present efforts with what you have in mind for the future, resulting in a recipe for success.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- How you conduct yourself in front of others is likely to have a strong bearing on something that is pending for you career-wise. Make sure you get a good grade.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Without minimizing or ignoring your logical assessments, you'll still be able to consider the feelings of others. Make sure your final decisions have a broad appeal.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Devote your time and effort to assignments that you enjoy performing. If you are choosy, this could be an extremely productive and rewarding day for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Whether you are working on something creative or dealing with the mundane, the artistry you employ is likely to be quite impressive. Your endeavors will win favorable appeal.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- The way you deal with people and try to make everyone feel important will win you all kinds of points. You will inspire people to put forth more effort than they usually do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The control of a project that you're closely identified with is about to shift. You'll be much happier working under the new powers-that-be than you were with the previous.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Watch out if you're operating in close proximity to a strong-willed individual. Don't let him or her push you around and make decisions for you that do not serve your best interest.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The type of attitude you adopt will either make things more difficult or easier, depending upon which you choose. Don't blow anything out of proportion.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't take a chance on anything that could end in disaster if you make even a slight error. Even if the odds appear to be tilted in your favor, play it close to the vest.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Failing to find any productive expression for your mental and/or physical energies could put you in an irritable mood. Try to avoid all insignificant or senseless involvements.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone or something could light a fire under your creative capabilities and ignite a brilliant new idea. Act on it immediately and enhance your success.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you aren't pleased with your present financial status, try to improve things. You'll likely be surprised at what your actions generate.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You won't want to let an associate undertake something that you know you can do better. Thus, should it become necessary for you to assert yourself, don't hesitate to do so.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It's a mistake to depend too heavily on another's help in order to fulfill an ambitious objective. If you can't rustle up the support you need, make sure you have the resources to go it alone.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There is someone within your peer group who has a facility for stirring things up. For harmony's sake, it would be best not to identify too closely with this individual.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- In your attempt to gratify a personal interest, you should be careful not to alienate anybody in the process. If you're perceived as being too self-serving, it could hurt your image.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If your feelings override your intellect, you're not likely to perform too well. Strive to evaluate critical conditions from a logical perspective rather than from an emotional one.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although something in which you're involved is already profitable, it could be even more rewarding. Don't hesitate to speak up when you get an opportunity to do so.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Go a bit overboard in catering to that special person who is No. 1 in your heart. Offering extra attention and consideration will make this a red-letter day for both you and your loved one.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Diligent effort will not go unnoticed or unrewarded. Aside from the pride you'll take in what you accomplish, there will be plenty of peripheral benefits.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Successful measures can be taken to improve two separate relationships that have been less than satisfactory lately. Although similar in nature, each issue will be remedied in a unique way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Long-hoped-for changes regarding your financial situation can happen a bit ahead of schedule if you stay on your present course, instead of doing otherwise, as others might suggest.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Words and ideas are likely to flow rather easily for you. You could be extremely effective in matters that require intricate communication skills, both verbal and written.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Using a soft sell and understating your demands will work rather well in all of your important affairs. Instead of voicing loud directives, offer subtle suggestions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Something big in which you're involved has lots of potential benefits for everyone who takes part. However, it still needs your initiative and leadership to make the good things happen.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Allow your nobler and kinder instinct to prevail, especially if you know someone is sorely in need of your assistance. Do what you can without being asked.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Be on your best behavior in situations that bring you before the public. How you act, and even what you wear, will be closely scrutinized and later discussed in detail.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- It isn't always wise to play hunches, especially in matters that involve money. However, in your case, don't discount any persistent, intuitive perceptions.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- There is a strong chance that a constructive learning experience will be in store for you. It won't come from textbooks or teachers, but from a personal encounter that'll open your eyes.