ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Before opening your mouth, stop and count to 10 if you find yourself in a conflict of opinion with another party. Only when you're calm should you venture to talk things out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Although it might not live up to your fullest hopes, something profitable could develop from a situation engineered by a friend. Be happy with what you get.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't think you have to stick to a particular procedure because of tradition when an associate has what could prove to be a better idea. Be flexible.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you happen to make a few mistakes at the start of a project, instead of panicking, you should stop and catch your breath. Most problems are more easily rectified than you realize.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Even if conditions initially look as if they are going against you, don't freak out. Surprising twists could occur, enabling you to snatch success from the jaws of defeat.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Trying too hard to get the approval of your peers can work against you. However, if you relax and just be yourself, you will easily gain the endorsement you're seeking.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Be smart and downplay some advice given to you by a well-intentioned friend. You're better equipped to evaluate certain personal matters than he or she is.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Some periodic, extravagant inclinations could be stirring within you, and need to be checked as soon as possible. Enjoy yourself, but do so as inexpensively as possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Provided you treat all of your friends equally, this could be a rather pleasant day. If you show any partiality, however, it might not be so hot.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Wishing won't make problematic matters disappear. Serious issues must not be treated with indifference, especially if they involve others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- No matter how strong the urge, don't attempt to impose on any clique where experience tells you that you won't be welcome. Turn to true friends only.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't despair if you face tribulation, because even weighty matters can be worked out. If you remember to think positively, you'll be able to take your challenges in stride.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Avoid putting yourself in an uncomfortable position of being obligated to another. You could easily buckle under the pressure and agree to do something that's counterproductive for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Be extremely careful not to make a promise that you won't want to keep, such as agreeing to share with a friend some rewards that you have coming to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You need to be selective about who you ask to help you complete a critical task. Avoid anybody who has a tendency of telling everybody else what to do and when.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your ability to judge character is a bit iffy at present. If you're not careful, you could easily make yourself vulnerable by placing your faith in someone who doesn't warrant it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you hope to maintain harmony on the home front, both you and your mate must be prepared to make some painful concessions. Sacrifice mustn't be one-sided.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're the type of person who often goes out of your way to be helpful or of service to another. However, today you might reverse that and select pals for what they can do for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you're not budget- conscious, you fail to manage your resources as wisely as you should. Avoid spending money that you know you'll need later.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be careful not to treat subordinates in an arrogant manner. If you do, it'll make them eager to even the score, and they'll find a way to do so as soon as possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- To your credit, you're usually tolerant of anybody who isn't in accord with your thinking. Today, however, you might have to be even more understanding than usual.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't let yourself be pressured by friends into making a commitment or doing something that you really can't afford. If you do, you'll end up being angry with everyone involved.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't kid yourself about certain goals you'd like to achieve. If you do, there's a good chance you'll establish some targets beyond your abilities.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- The one thing you definitely don't want to be is your own worst enemy. When your better judgment tells you not to do something, you darn well better take heed.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Utilize your gift of being able to sense a problem before it occurs. It'll not only help you avoid a tight spot, but will keep you one step ahead of any other problems.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A willingness to adapt is your best asset, which will help you fit comfortably into most any group or situation you encounter. You'll be a welcome addition to any venture.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have a strong desire to be first in everything, which is all the motivation you'll need to stand out from the pack. Your competitive spirit should bolster your performance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Try to break away from your usual routine and engage in something different. Experiment with activities that bring you in contact with people who'll stimulate you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your greatest asset is likely to be an ability to solve most any problem you encounter. In situations where others see no solution, you'll come up with several ingenious fixes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll function best as one of the troop instead of as a self-appointed chief. Show others how to be an exemplary team player, and you'll come out ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Something you possess, which could be knowledge, a product or a method, will be of more value to others than it is to you. You'll find a great market waiting for it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- This could be the perfect day for you to get together with two individuals who can help you further an ambition. Present your proposal with enthusiasm, and don't leave anything out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- An important situation, whose slowness to develop has caused you considerable concern, could suddenly start to turn in a favorable direction.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An individual you're about to meet will play a significant role in your plans. The two of you will have an instant rapport and should be quite successful together.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You are about to enter a profitable cycle for ideas. Chances are, you will conceive something that will be quite ingenious and which could make ample amounts of money.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Try to keep your day as loosely structured as possible, because something spontaneous could develop in which you'll want to participate. It will have a lot of potential for success.