ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Being too opinionated causes others to walk away and do their own thing. In order to attract friends, be open-minded and willing to go along with others' thinking.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The day's events may cause you to get caught up with some essential last-minute assignments. Plan ahead, just in case you get stuck in the home stretch.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you're in need of some fun after work, go out with your pals but try to avoid crowed places. You'll enjoy yourself more in a place where you can chat intimately.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A matter you've been anxious to get out of the way can be concluded to your satisfaction. However, in order to do so, you must make it a priority and not put it off for too long.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- By doing more listening than talking, you could learn something of extreme value. The secret is to find out what others know instead of trying to impress them with your wisdom.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Financial trends look to be exceptionally encouraging for you, not necessarily in terms of making additional money, but for more effective use of resources.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Your way of doing things is likely to be superior to those of your associates, but you must be careful not to offend anybody who can't keep up. Don't complain or show off.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- When you are left to your own devices, you can be exceptionally good at working out tedious complications. If you have a problem to solve, seek a secluded place.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Show some kindness by helping a friend complete an important project. By doing so, you assure yourself of this pal's support down the line.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- As the day progresses, deliberately loosen up a bit. Don't make everyone around you feel uncomfortable due to unwonted seriousness.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Try to conclude your business matters as early in the day as possible, because when you're rested you are likely to be thinking most clearly.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If you and some friends are going somewhere and you plan to share expenses, you had better have a clear-cut understanding as to who pays for what.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't be taken in by a spellbinding person with impressive external trappings. What he or she espouses may sound or look great but be totally worthless in actuality.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're one of the best at telling others what to do and how to do it, but when it comes down to you taking orders, you may not be so skilled.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If unflattering comments about you that allegedly were said by another come back to you, don't take it as gospel. Someone may want to put you two at odds with one another.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Confer with your mate about establishing some ground rules for those in your charge. If you don't, you may say one thing while your spouse says another.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Be extremely careful what you commit to writing when it comes to matters that could affect your work or career. Ill-chosen words could come back to haunt you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are not apt to make any large financial purchases or commitments right now, but, through indifference, you could make a number of small ones that add up into a gigantic sum.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you make a promise to family members or relatives that you're unsure of being able to keep, let them know right up front. If you don't and then are unable to comply, it may cause a brouhaha.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Carefully screen all information you get from others, especially the juicy kind, so that you don't inadvertently pass on inaccurate gossip. It could damage someone's reputation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You're essentially a compassionate person, and it's hard for you to believe that there are some people who aren't. Be careful, because you might have to deal with someone of the opposite type.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Even though you might feel a bit superior to your peers, be careful to keep it to yourself. Friends and associates need pats on the back, not put-downs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- We all have days where we lack self-assurance, and it may be just such a day for you. If you tell a good idea to a negative thinker, he or she may convince you to scrap it.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Unless you truly do have some effective suggestions to offer, it's best not to say anything to a friend who is trying to sort out his or her problems. You could make matters worse.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The harder you work, the luckier you are likely to become. If you start to slow down, however, fickle Lady Luck will quickly shift her favors toward someone else.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It behooves you to keep your guard up, because there's a good chance you'll have to deal with someone who is both manipulative and crafty. Don't let yourself be used as a pawn.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Both you and your special someone must take care not to put your own interests above the desires of the other. If each insists on having his or her way, an impasse will result.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When talking with friends, it would be best not to say anything that could be construed as negative about an absent pal. If your words are taken the wrong way, much unhappiness will result.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Although some changes might be in store where your material interests are concerned, the effects could be both adverse and advantageous. Recognize the differences.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Be cognizant and attentive to the interests and aims of your associates. However, don't let any of them restrict your mobility. Accommodate them as well as yourself.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Actions taken after sober evaluation should produce desirable results. In instances where you are impulsive or indifferent, however, the consequences aren't apt to be as gratifying.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Instead of getting more deeply involved with someone who is hugely indebted to you, it is best to keep him or her at arm's length until the account is totally settled. It could make matters worse.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you begin to believe that you've been pursuing an elusive and unattainable goal, you need to reassess and start focusing on a realistic target.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- All rumors should be taken as gossip, especially if they come from questionable sources. Before you pass anything on, be sure the information is accurate.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Your ability to judge others effectively might not be up to your usual excellent standard. Be careful, because there's a possibility of you linking up with the wrong person.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Avoid competitive involvements if you can, especially where your work or career is concerned. There's a chance you could get drawn into something where you'll be overmatched.