ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will be the focus of positive attention today. Others will be glad to listen to your ideas. This is a great time to drum up support for a new venture.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will face a frustrating challenge. Things will not go as smoothly as you had hoped unless you are prepared to slow down and take one step at a time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Written and verbal communication will come into play as you sort through some disturbing problems. A focused effort will bring resolution to any personal or professional issues that arise.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Financial woes are evident, especially if you are handling other people's affairs. Make sure all the paperwork is complete and accurate before you proceed. Preparation is your key to success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Use your energy wisely. Take on a physical challenge that will pump you up and get you motivated to expand your interests. Staying at home will make you restless and edgy.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone will be reluctant to divulge important information. Be prepared to dig deep in order to get the answers you are looking for. Don't get talked into financing an untested venture.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You are brimming with confidence and innovative ideas. If you speak up, you will leave a favorable impression on someone interested in what you are doing. Networking will pay off.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you aren't happy with your current situation, make a change. Consider picking up the skills you will need to move to a vocation that suits your current mindset.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Focus less on what others are doing and more on your own tasks. You can get a great deal done if you refuse to let anyone interfere. Your hard work will pay off.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Look over your personal financial plan. You will receive a tempting offer, but make sure everything is on the up-and-up before you sign on the dotted line.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Protect your assets. Revealing too much personal information to a new acquaintance will turn out to be costly. Don't do anything that will leave you in a vulnerable position.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Your outgoing personality and natural charm will lead to an unexpected offer. Your thirst for knowledge will send you in a new direction that will allow you to fulfill your dreams.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Tie up loose ends. Don't be hasty when it comes to making a personal decision. Take a step back and reflect on the pros and cons before you commit to a change.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't hold back. Take the plunge and use your imagination to its fullest. Stop worrying about what others think or do and tackle your own plans for the future.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Financial issues will prey on your mind. Check out a home-based or part-time job to subsidize your income. Cut out inessential expenditures until your bank account improves.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will receive helpful suggestions from an unlikely source. Your ability to see clearly will help you change your direction. Self-discipline and originality will help you succeed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you don't make it clear where you want to be and what you want to do, you will end up in the wrong place doing the wrong thing. Speak up and set the ground rules.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your generosity will go a long way. Not only will you feel a sense of contentment, you will be recognized and rewarded for your efforts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't take what others do or say too seriously. You will be inclined to overreact to minor issues, causing you to miss something major that needs to be addressed. Think before you speak.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Problems with relatives require diplomacy and tact. Accusations or pointing fingers will cause a rift in your relationship. Follow your heart when it comes to a personal decision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Focus on money matters. Financial plans can be successful if you examine all of the details carefully. You will make more headway on your own than you will in a joint venture.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The daily grind will cause you to forget a promise. A short getaway will help clear your mind and confirm what you want to do next.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You are a catalyst who can make things happen. Take charge of your life and future. Subtle improvements to your living space will make things easier.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Put your heart and soul into everything you do. Your intuition will lead you in the right direction. You will meet someone who motivates you and challenges you intellectually.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Deal with troublesome issues by making positive changes to your living arrangements. This will help dissipate any tension that is building up. Getting along with others will help you find a workable solution.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Forget about sticking to your schedule today. Social activities will relieve your stress and recharge your batteries. Get out and enjoy time spent with friends, relatives or a loved one.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Try not to overreact to matters that you can't change. Take a moment to reflect on all the positive aspects and situations in your life in order to improve your outlook.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Before you place blame on someone else, look at the reasons for your own behavior. Unless you have all the facts, you are likely to make an inaccurate judgment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- As you learn and grow spiritually, your plans for the future will take on a new direction. Look ahead with optimism, not anxiety. Direct, honest communication will ease your transition.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take off your rose-colored glasses if you plan to renew a previous personal relationship. By romanticizing the past, you risk making the same mistake again.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Someone will not like the choices you make today, but you are better off looking out for yourself first. Refuse excessive demands and don't sacrifice your needs to appease others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Rely on your skill, experience, knowledge and intuition. You have what it takes to get ahead, so ignore anyone who tries to hold you back or stifle your creative dreams.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Your words and actions will have a strong influence on others. Rely on tact and self-control in your personal and professional dealings to avoid a mishap.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Cut ties with the people who have been causing you anxiety or making you sad. If you are to achieve your goals, you have to direct your energy into independent pursuits.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Consider taking on extra work or looking for a better-paying job. A positive change is brewing, so take the initiative and make things happen.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't forget about people who have always stood by you in the past. Show those who count what they mean to you by sharing your feelings and extending a helping hand in return.