ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It isn't likely that you'll tolerate anything that inhibits your mobility and independence. Loose chitchat poses a distraction you will find especially annoying.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be more self-assured at the onset of an undertaking than you will be as matters progress. Don't allow self-doubts to distort your positive outlook.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's OK if your instincts urge you to take on more than is expected of you, as long as you don't step on anyone's toes in the process.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The possibilities for you achieving all of your objectives today look to be pretty good, as long as you make a game plan first and don't try to alter them along the way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The secret to achieving what you want is to not put any limitations on your thinking. You need to be free to use the entire scope of your smarts and imagination.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The perceptions of some of your associates might be keener than yours. Just because you fail to see as they do, don't belittle their hunches.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Someone you like might require extra compassion. Don't try to reach this person through reason; he or she needs emotional help, not logic.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- One of the worst things you can do at this point is goof off. If you fail to keep up with your responsibilities, a hard rain is going to fall.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- There are times when it is wise to allow your heart to rule your head, and this might be one of them. Make a point to go out of your way to be nice to someone who needs some kindness.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- This can be a very productive day if you dedicate yourself to your undertakings. Make it a rule not to begin anything you have no intention of completing in a timely fashion.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you go out gallivanting, leave word as to how you can be reached. Someone is going to be very anxious to get in touch with you, and you won't want to miss him or her.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- When dickering over a commercial matter, you should be firm about your terms. It will cost you both money and the advantage if you let yourself seem weak.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Unless you're extremely careful, you could accidentally spill the beans about something that you promised to keep secret. Don't open your mouth without thinking.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There is someone who is anxious to talk to you about a matter that you've been equally as anxious to discuss. Be ready, because the perfect moment to do so might present itself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Generally, the race belongs to the smart and not necessarily to the strong or swift. If you want to outdistance a competitor, you had better be able to outthink him or her.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Everything will work out well if you treat events philosophically, especially anything that tends to produce adverse conditions. Losing won't be that bad, but winning is great.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Keep in mind that even a small profit is better than none at all. Don't expect more than you deserve, and you won't be disappointed with what you earn.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Forgo making an important decision if you feel you haven't had adequate time to properly study the alternatives. It's much better to be indecisive now than to be sorry later.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Techniques used in your job or daily life can be improved upon. Start giving some thought about ways to do things better.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You'll be a fun person to hang out with, because you're not apt to take yourself or life too seriously. This positive attitude will be contagious.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If there is a business matter that you'd like to close, let your instincts govern the timing. Proceed to wrap things up only after you see that everyone's happy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't discount any bright ideas that come out of the blue, but don't be too quick to act on them either. Some should be filed away for later use.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You might be able to save more money on a purchase than what you'll get from something you sell. Don't be too picky about how you make your profit.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- In situations where you have the right to ask for cooperation from others, people will be more responsive if you make requests instead of demands.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The more complicated an assignment is, the more pride you'll take in fulfilling it. You'll welcome challenges that would make others blanch.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- When you give your word that you'll do something for another, it's an ironclad commitment. Reliability is one of your more admirable traits.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Participating in one of your favorite activities with some old friends will bring you considerable pleasure. It'll be like wearing a pair of favorite shoes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You won't have to bulldoze your way through a critical development, but you will have to be persistent and unflagging in your aims.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Some kind of special knowledge, skill or know-how that you've acquired over a long period of time will be put to good use. It's likely to gain you much admiration from your peers.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Although you will make a contribution to an endeavor, conditions are somewhat unusual in that you could benefit more from others' efforts than from your own.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Events will help further solidify a strong relationship of long standing. Chances are it will involve someone whom you already consider to be one of your closest friends.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You have the ability to bring order and balance into the life of another through a personal intervention. You'll make your own determination as to how and when your help is required.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Some of your best opportunities will develop through social contacts. You aren't likely to intentionally use anybody, things will just happen of their own accord.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Certain changes are likely to occur that will prove to be of material benefit. The first shift in your circumstances is likely to take place today.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- The light touch you can sometimes put on life's serious problems will be a welcome tonic for those troubled souls who cross your path. All will be appreciative.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- This could be a good time for a shopping excursion. You'll have a shrewd eye for spotting a bargain and will be much more sensible about the purchases you make.