ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Even if you feel justified in giving a nettlesome someone a piece of your mind, you'd be smart to avoid it. It would only increase your difficulties with the offending party.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Regardless of the circumstances, don't volunteer any unrequested criticism, suggestions or advice. Instead of getting a "thank you," you're more likely to get a huge reprimand.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Owing to your focus on the insignificant rather than on the essentials, this isn't likely to be one of your more productive days. Turn that around.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Before making any costly plans that include a friend or associate, it's best you check first to make sure that the other party is amenable. Your pal might not be on board.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Opening up a touchy domestic issue is apt to create some unnecessary friction within the household. Don't voice anything without first considering the consequences.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Before pointing out others' faults, you had better take a look at your own behavior. Although you might start the critique, others are guaranteed to finish it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Although you are likely to be quite adept at keeping large expenditures under control, it could be the smaller ones that pile up on you. Be both pennywise and pound-conscious.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you're concerned about taking a certain action, put it off until you can evaluate it more clearly. You need to first know what the ramifications could be.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Getting your facts straight should always be of concern to you, but especially so if you are involved in a costly project. Be sure you look quite closely before you leap.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't be satisfied with ballpark figures concerning an important financial matter. If you're inclined to jump to conclusions, you could get yourself in trouble very fast.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- An important objective might never be achieved if you ignore the small details. You cannot be oblivious to them -- even though they're tiny, they still matter.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- This might not be one of your better days for keeping things to yourself. A smart adversary who is aware of your shortcomings might get you to tell much more than you should.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You should have an extremely good time being with good friends, with one cavaeat: They might look to you as their source for paying the bill when it arrives.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Positive developments will transpire in spite of you starting off with a bum attitude. Situations that you thought would be negative are likely to turn out just the opposite.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- In your involvements with friends, make yourself focus on all their wonderful qualities rather than just their flaws. Everyone has imperfections, including you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Be smart and refuse to discuss career matters with anyone who has a negative attitude. Your confidante could prove to be a detriment to your mindset.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're a natural-born arbitrator, so don't hesitate to use your talents when two companions are unable to find middle ground. Don't let them ruin the fun for everybody else.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Assignments and/or chores that confront you aren't likely to be as difficult as you envision. Do less complaining and much more performing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A close friend of yours who is aligned with a group that you'd like to get involved with could make some introductions and fulfill your fondest wishes.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- A certain situation could take a favorable twist, enabling you to rectify a situation that has thus far proven to be unsolvable. Make the most of it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- One of your best assets is your ability to view matters in their proper perspective. You won't let any small mishaps be blown totally out of proportion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Because you are usually able to make the most out of what you have at hand, your probabilities for personal gain look to be quite encouraging, even when the pickings are slim.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Even though you're usually reluctant to interfere in the affairs of others, you might find it necessary to step in and offer advice to a pal who is having trouble finding answers.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't be reluctant to speak up if you feel you're not getting your fair share in a situation that involves something quite valuable. No one will step up for you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Watching how others do certain jobs will give you a few good ideas for improving some of your own methods. Don't be surprised when co-workers, in turn, copy your resourcefulness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- By opening up and being frank while discussing issues that are important to you, you invite listeners to offer some solid suggestions that could make your life a lot easier.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Making a major change that you've long thought about but never had the courage to initiate will prove to be a good move. You'll be sorry you waited so long.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You have a marvelous faculty for turning all of your involvements with others into congenial, fun affairs. People will find it hard to be cranky with you around.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- This is an excellent day to take care of some pending problems that you've been unable to finalize to your satisfaction. The same obstacles that once impeded your progress can easily be overcome now.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll enjoy friends dropping in, or gadding around doing a little hobnobbing yourself. Being with people and going to different places will soothe your restlessness.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Being somewhat enterprising could double your chances for profit. The secret for doing so is to be motivated enough to get out of your rut.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Perhaps your greatest asset is your ability to think "win" when it's important to do so. Even if you should suffer a temporary setback, achieving ultimate victory is likely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you sense you are on to something meaningful, follow your instincts to their conclusions. You'll find that your perceptions are exceptionally astute.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Conditions are a bit unusual in that you can learn much from teaching others. Imparting what you know about an issue gives you a greater understanding of the subject.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You can be a good achiever, provided you don't broadcast your intentions prior to fulfilling them. Once you have done what you wanted, you'll find no need to brag.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- There will be plenty of justification for hope and optimism regarding a current project. You'll sense you're in a cycle of achievement, and you'll work to capitalize on it.