ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- This might not be the best day to start a program that requires tremendous self-discipline, such as a diet or an exercise regimen. It isn't likely you'll have the necessary staying power.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you need to purchase something expensive, it would be a good idea to bring along an adviser who is truly value-conscious. Chances are, you won't recognize a bum deal.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- The best way to be truly effective is to understate things. Being ostentatious or displaying a gaudy taste could severely and permanently damage your image.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Instead of striving to be realistic as per usual, you could feel that the world owes you a living. Because life disagrees with you, unfortunately, disappointment is likely.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's OK to get involved in a pleasurable pursuit, just be sure you can afford it. Plus make sure your cohorts are willing to pay their fair share.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It's never a good time to take important things for granted, especially where your work or career is concerned. If you get too complacent, it could quickly lead to your downfall.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Instead of assessing things from a realistic, practical perspective, you'll be inclined to see things as you would like them to be. That spells trouble.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- For some strange reason, you could feel obligated toward someone to whom you owe nothing. Although this will be readily apparent to onlookers, you'll be hard to convince.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- The results aren't likely to be any good if you join forces with someone who treats lightly an issue that you take seriously. Be more selective of your allies.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's not that you'll be plagued with a lack of imagination -- it's more likely that your schemes will count for little because you might be too lazy to translate your ideas into action.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You might be tempted to get involved with someone whom your better judgment tells you to avoid. If you ignore that wise voice within you, you'll regret it later.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- The only way you can be successful is to personally manage all your endeavors to their conclusions. The things you don't supervise could quickly run amok.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you and your partner put your heads together, you'll be able to come up with a way to generate a profit from an unusual source. Explore all options.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- In matters that affect more than one of your colleagues, base your final decision on collective reasoning instead of just your own, even if it isn't perfect.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You could be very clever about figuring out ways to fulfill an ambitious objective. Even having numerous goals won't put you at a disadvantage.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If certain things in your life haven't been running as smoothly as you'd like, this is an excellent day to reorganize your affairs. Put your dealings in order for maximum efficiency.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take advantage of this unusually effective time and tackle that tough job you've been putting off. You won't find a better day to take on difficult tasks.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Because you're such an astute thinker, the ideas you conceive will have unusually high probabilities for success, even those that take a bit of time to develop.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Anything that is presently running smoothly should not be disturbed at this time, even if you think it should be doing better. Be patient, it will eventually improve much more in time.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you haven't been too impressed by the way an associate has been handling a joint endeavor, this is good day to start calling the shots. Implement those marginal changes that need to be made.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It behooves you to flow with events, because Lady Luck will be trying to put you in the right spot at the right time. Just relax and let the rewards come to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Strive to be optimistic and expectant and don't be afraid to think big. The only things holding you back are the limits you put on your thinking.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You are presently under some influences that could enhance your status and popularity with your peers. Continue to operate the way you've been, because it adds luster to your image.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- It isn't likely that you would make the same types of mistakes some of your peers are making. You've profited from your past experiences.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- By all means, listen to any advice being offered by another, but reserve the right to have the final say. You'll do quite well at deciding what is the best alternative.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Although luck will be an important factor in the success of a big project, you still must be industrious and productive. Know how to utilize both fortune and skill, and you'll come out on top.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- By looking out for the interests of everybody involved, you make it easier to fulfill your own expectations. You'll gain much with a supportive network.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Keep uppermost in your mind the fact that the end results are of more significance than how you got there. Even if you don't start out too strong, you could still be a dynamic finisher.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you are genuinely enthusiastic about something, you can easily arouse the enthusiasm of others. Friends will get caught up in the moment and help you where they can.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don't be afraid to elevate your sights, especially where your finances and commercial dealings are concerned. You'll be far luckier with big things than you will with menial affairs.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you maintain a philosophical outlook, it becomes easier to envision yourself as being lucky -- and when you envision yourself to be lucky, you'll attract many good things.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Although you feel more satisfied when you are calling the shots, you still could be exceptionally fortunate in a situation in which you have little or no say whatsoever.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- When pleasantly approached, friends can be exceptionally helpful and cooperative. This will be especially true with someone you think of as one of your more influential pals.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are presently in a trend where the rewards for work well done are more excessive than usual. This is true even for mundane jobs that are seldom acknowledged.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Be optimistic about your competitive involvements, especially those that are of a social or sports-oriented nature. These could produce several peripheral benefits in other areas.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Arrangements involving people you have close emotional ties with will prove to be mutually beneficial. Each party will have an influence in improving the other.