ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- As of today, you should have some stabilizing influences starting to manifest in areas that have been disruptive lately. Relax and let these calming trends bring you some peace.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't hesitate to disengage yourself from others if you need to attend to an important matter that requires your immediate attention. It's OK to make it your top priority.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Because you are likely to require solitude to perform at your best, try to quietly slip away from others to a place that is totally free from outside interference.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Relaxed social activities with some old friends will prove to be the most pleasurable part of your day. You're not apt to feel the same way when with newer, more casual acquaintances.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Surprisingly, you might find someone with whom you've rarely seen eye-to-eye to be especially good company. This could produce a benchmark for a new relationship. Make the most of it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'd be smart not to allow yourself to be overwhelmed by details. In fact, you'll fare much better if you make yourself look at the big picture instead of just a few brush strokes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't appear too eager if someone is trying to interest you in a business proposition. It would weaken your position if you look to be too easy. Let him or her offer the opening bid.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- In an arrangement where your mate opts for the lead, it's OK to relegate yourself to a supporting role. It's not important who directs the show, as long as it produces mutual benefits.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Do yourself a huge favor by pushing away from your desk and getting some exercise. A stimulating activity, preferably outdoors, will be just what the doctor ordered.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Associating with some friends whose exuberance is infectious will make this a fun day. Make it a point to avoid dullards.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Although you'll have a reservoir of strength to draw upon that will serve you well in successfully performing tedious endeavors, you'll still need to pace yourself if you want to run the best race.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- When dealing with others on a one-on-one basis, your manner will put them at ease. If your interlocutors sense your sincerity and concern, they'll feel impelled to treat you similarly.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You have a natural ability to take something that's old and transform it into something far more useful. You'll get a chance to use this in both your work and social life today.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Something good is likely to happen that should strengthen the bonds between you and your special someone. It'll be up to you to take full advantage of this excellent opportunity for growth.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're on a productive roll when it comes to wrapping up deals, but it'll be up to you to take full advantage of favorable circumstances. Put your priorities in order and handle what's most important first.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If at all possible, do not delegate any important assignments to a subordinate. Even if it puts you under some pressure, you're the one best equipped to handle the matter.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Substantial returns are in the offing from all the effort you've expended on something that has yet to yield fruit. That big payoff you're looking for is just around the corner.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- One of your most valuable assets will be the ability to motivate others to get off their duffs. You will inspire people to get something done. Go ahead and lead, they'll follow.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Your material aspects continue to look quite encouraging. Follow the same formula that you've been using and you should be able to get a profit through both direct and indirect action.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Although a friend of long standing might come to you for help, ironically, you could be the party who'll derive the greatest benefits from it. Be open-handed in all that you do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- To get others to be more effective, let them think your good ideas are theirs. By doing so, you'll be the one who will end up with the greatest success.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Go out of your way to touch base with some old friends. Owing to something new that's stirring, it's to your advantage to maintain as many strong relationships as you can.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You're still in a very fortunate cycle where benefits can be derived from handling tasks and assignments as effectively as possible. Do the best you can and focus, focus, focus.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- This is an excellent day to enter into serious negotiations, provided each party is as concerned about protecting the rights of others as they are their own privileges.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Without thinking, you could allow an associate to lay claim to some of your resources. What's yours does not belong to anyone else unless you choose to give it. Use your discretion.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Although you might get off to a good start by knuckling down to business, favorable results are questionable because you could let up just when the finish line is in sight.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Just because a friend has an idea, don't automatically give it credence. Check things out thoroughly -- this glib pal might have a rather unsound plan.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Being willing to work hard is not the total answer for achieving success today. Unless you take off your blinders and evaluate things for what they are, you risk wasting your time and effort. ** ** **

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Usually, you are single-minded in your plans. Today, however, you could muddle your affairs by involving yourself in several projects, not properly following through on any of them.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Favors that you request today could either be ignored or carried out poorly by associates. To be on the safe side, it's best you rely solely upon yourself and not on others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- By including too many people in your plans today, your endeavors could be overshadowed by everyone else wanting to follow their own ideas. You could be left on the outside looking in.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Unfortunately, if you're not careful, you could get caught smack in the middle of a situation where you have to please everybody. Don't get snookered into it -- it's an impossible situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Even if your strong views are diametrically opposed to those of your colleagues, allow your intellectual adversaries a chance to express their thoughts. The helpful things you learn might surprise you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're right to be wary of a promotional scheme presented to you by an entrepreneur with a poor track record. She or he could be promoting another pig in a poke.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- There will be an eventual day of reckoning if you don't guard against impulses to make commitments that you never intend to follow through on, just to appease others.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- To use your time productively, you must first have a feasible, effective game plan and then stick to it. You may be tempted to start more than you'll be able to finish -- don't give in.