ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You will want to tackle a personal challenge that has been unapproachable in the recent past. Today's the day to score a victory.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll be surprised to learn that the things you were hoping to see put in place already are -- which means now it's all up to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An intriguing invitation comes to you. You may find it difficult to say no, even though you may be inconvenienced in some way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your unique perspective allows you to see things more clearly than anyone else, but explaining why may prove difficult.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have to figure out a great deal on your own, but you won't have the opportunity to engage in much trial-and-error.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your instincts are telling you one thing, and your mind is telling you something very different. You must reconcile the two by day's end.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A certain sacrifice may be unavoidable, but you can minimize any lasting effects by facing unpleasantness head-on.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You are trying to hide something that only you think is significant, while what really matters is right out in the open.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- The "what" and the "why" are very clear to you right now, but you may have to do some digging to find out exactly "where" and "when."

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're ready to assume a position of greater authority even though you may not feel as confident as you had hoped you would.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're waiting for someone else to take the lead, but he or she is actually waiting for you to do the same. Try working together!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A healthy pace need not become hasty. Focus on doing things within your own comfort zone, but don't let yourself hang back, either!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can get more done during morning hours than most others; your ability to make a quick start is one of your greatest strengths.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may learn something about yourself or discover that something you had always assumed about yourself is patently untrue!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can get in touch with the one person who will inspire you in the way you need and want to be inspired.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You and a friend are engaged in a friendly competition that is likely to heat up considerably. Remember -- keep it friendly!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can shape things in such a way that your own needs and desires remain at the top of your list of priorities even while you serve others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The little things that escape your notice are likely to mean a great deal to you. What you don't see figures prominently in variety of ways.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have trouble getting in touch with someone whose input you desperately need. Don't give up; he or she has the answers.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone may be trying to play with you in a way that makes you feel very uncomfortable. Know when to say enough is enough.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Assistance can prove invaluable, but you mustn't pass up the opportunity to do what you can entirely on your own.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone you know and love is asking for something only you can give, but you may not know it until late in the day.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be fearful of the unknown, but once you encounter it, you'll realize that such fear is entirely unwarranted.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll be able to get more done than you'd planned, but not if you sit back and wait for opportunities to come to you. Seek them out!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You're moving too quickly, perhaps, to appreciate all the details that are presented to you. It's a good day to slow the pace just a bit.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be able to agree with the experts, but when it comes to personal taste, you're as much an expert as anyone else!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will be progressing in a manner that allows you to learn by doing. By day's end, you'll feel much more confident and capable.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may feel as though you have been trapped, once again, by circumstances that don't favor your own personal choices.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Others are trying to tell you what to do, but no one is telling you why. This is something you must find out on your own, apparently.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A routine request takes on greater significance than usual as the day wears on. You'll want to take a little more time before obliging.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can get rid of that which is no good for you, but it may take more time than expected. Now is the time to make a start.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Team efforts are favored, but you should be able to do things in such a way that your own independent efforts are recognized.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Distractions abound today. Focus on that which allows you to maintain your equilibrium. Don't believe everything you hear.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An expert has you wondering if you've prepared for a coming trial as thoroughly as necessary, but your instincts are keen.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Trust those who tell you things without elaboration or varnish. Anyone who spins too complicated a yarn must be doubted to some degree.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Unusual behavior must be given the attention it deserves, especially when it is a loved one who is acting strangely.