ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- For the sake of warding off everyone who could interfere with your work, you might promise to do something that you know to be impossible. Lying would be a bad idea.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Most of your boasts and exaggerations will ring hollow, with no one believing you. You'd be better off telling it like it is.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you're not careful, instead of magnifying your virtues and minimizing your faults, you're more likely to amplify some of the less attractive aspects of your personality.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Since certain endeavors that usually come easy to you could be fraught with unforeseen complications, you had better allow plenty of time to maneuver and recoup.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't allow serious matters to become boring or oppressive, but don't dismiss them with a chuckle, either. Find the middle ground.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If your optimism turns out to be unfounded, disappointment will naturally follow. Don't let others mislead you into believing a too-rosy portrayal of things.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't depend too heavily on Lady Luck to fulfill your ambitions. Unless you show her that you're working hard to achieve your desires, she is likely to direct her efforts elsewhere.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There is a strong possibility that you will be more prone to focus on the details than on the big picture. Try to keep your perspective.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You will likely be inclined to tempt the fates in areas where you know the odds are stacked against you. This is foolish -- listen to your common sense.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Usually, you're a pretty shrewd horse trader, yet today you could knowingly make an agreement that benefits the other party much more than it does you. Tread carefully.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you should happen to make a mistake in your work, don't try to hide it. If you do, it could lead to unanticipated complications.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Temporarily postpone purchasing a luxury item if it doesn't fit comfortably within your budget. That article will still be there when your wallet is fat enough to handle it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- To acquire something you want, you might deliberately step on someone's toes. You'd be smart to make sure the prize is worth the price.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you find that companions are not as infatuated with your plans as you are, be prepared to either compromise or go your way alone. Don't force your desires on others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Watch out for a hotshot salesperson with a dazzling pitch, who will attempt to palm off what is clearly inferior merchandise. Don't let your guard down for one minute.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Much give-and-take might be required between you and your one-and-only. A lack of consideration on your part would do great harm, with wounded feelings resulting.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If a friend who has been kind to you many times in the past is now in need of your support, don't disappear. It's time to step up.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don't put needless strain on a good friendship by making too many unreasonable demands. If you're inconsiderate, you're likely to break up the relationship for good.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You may operate with great effectiveness in a competitive development, but your accomplishments will mean little if you use tactics that are dishonest or underhanded.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Surprisingly, someone who always endorses your ideas might be diametrically opposed to your way of thinking. Don't use forcefulness to compel compliance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If this should turn out to be a financially trying day, don't further aggravate the situation by yielding to extravagant inclinations. Live within your means.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Normally, you strive to be considerate with everyone you encounter. However, for some reason today, you might put your interests above all others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- It's not like you to fail to display proper gratitude to those who do you special favors, yet that might be the case today. Sadly, it could leave a scar.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Owing to an inability to accurately judge another's character, you could form a relationship with someone who has a questionable reputation. Don't make any permanent commitments.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Once you make a commitment, you will be expected to keep it. If you back out, others will lose respect for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't betray the trust of someone who expects you to abide by your word. If for some reason you find it necessary to do so, you'd better have a darn good excuse.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Should you agree to participate in a friend's endeavor, make sure it has strong potential for success. Otherwise, your hard work could be for naught.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A friend's innovative idea might have every chance of success. But you'll need to be careful not to use tactics that could hurt your reputation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Instead of figuring out a new method to get around some obstacles, try the old way. Sticking with what works should be your strategy.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Although you believe it to be a seller's market, you should still conduct your business with care. You could be more vulnerable than you realize.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- As long as you don't allow your emotions to overrule your logic, you could fare very well. Make sure that you view all new developments from a realistic perspective.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be sure to keep your mind on the task at hand in your professional involvements, especially if you have to contend with some unusual distractions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- There are some people within your social circle who could help you achieve an important objective. For best results, play things loose and friendly.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Guard against an inclination to try charting a different course from your usual route. There is a strong chance that any variation will work against you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A clever friend might be able to help you resolve a complicated matter. However, be careful about blindly accepting just any solution.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- It's OK to feel you can't lose, as long as you study matters and don't carry things to the extreme. Be positive, but also prudent and realistic.