ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may have to arm yourself against criticism that is not founded on anything concrete, though it may be hurtful nonetheless.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It may be time for an all-out push toward a goal you've embraced for quite a while. If you don't close the gap now, when will you?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You've been quite competitive, but there's a chance that your lead may slip a bit as a result of a sudden misstep.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll want to pay attention to developments that would usually not influence you or affect you at all. Today, they are likely to do so.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You've been saying much the same thing over and over again to counter someone else's "free speech." Today, you can make new headway.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be skeptical about someone else's chances, but you're willing to do all you can to help him or her toward a very important goal.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will want to make your presence known, but take care that you don't come on too strong. There must be room for the opinions of others!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your curiosity may lead you down a path fraught with uncertainty before the day is out. You can learn much about your own inner strength.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have a few things to express to others that are not going to be easy to say, even when the time feels just right to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you're a journal-keeper, it will be a banner day for you. If you're not, you'll want to find some way to remember what happens!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be after something that others consider out of your reach, but you have something up your sleeve that can help you out.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may want to put your work aside for a while to tend to a family issue that has sprung up seemingly out of nowhere.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll want to take a close look at what is going on behind the scenes. Something you failed to notice before will matter greatly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Are you being influenced by someone who doesn't want to come out of the shadows? Carry on, but take necessary precautions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are in no position to call the shots, but that could change if you negotiate cleverly with someone currently in charge.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may feel as though you are riding a train that is racing down the track out of control. It's time for you to exert a strong influence.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're waiting for evidence to surface that will lend credence to someone else's accusations. You don't yet know whom to believe.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be reluctant to speak about issues that revolve very closely around you. Are you trying to hide something?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You know what has been going on, but you're not willing to point any fingers just yet. A difficult situation may be made worse.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Key issues require your attention. Home affairs may become rocky as you try to juggle too many responsibilities. Get back to basics.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have good reason to take a walk down memory lane, but a friend isn't so willing to accompany you. Don't be pushy!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- When trying to set someone straight about the facts, take care that your attempts don't become belittling or abusive in any way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may have to work hard to sift through all manner of details that have little to do with the main issue. Get to the point.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Make no accusations without having evidence at the ready to back them up. Be prepared for a counterattack, too.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What you want most is likely to be yours before you know it, but you must make sure that you notice it soon after it arrives!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Progress may be slow, but it will be steady. You'll be able to enjoy the scenery as you plow through a busy day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's a good time to explore developing tastes -- and to share with a friend or loved one the kinds of things you're eager to try in the future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your memory will jog you into a reverie that leads to one discovery after another -- though none of them may be particularly new.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will want to be truthful with a friend, but not overwhelming. How you say what you have to say is just as important as the message itself.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Not everyone is willing to give you a second chance, so you must search carefully for those who will do you that favor now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Don't overstate the obvious; let it be self-evident if you can. At times, saying nothing is the best course of action.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're eager to show a friend and mentor what you've learned -- but be warned! Things could get more heated than you might expect.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're going to have to make up for lost time at some point, but before you do, you must determine what your path will be.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- In trying to help a friend through a difficult time, you may find yourself navigating an emotional minefield of your own.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your message to a friend or family member may not initially come out exactly as you had planned, but you can make yourself clear.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You have a confession to make before the day is out, but the reaction you get may surprise you. You shouldn't be doing much of a penance!