ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Any attempt to change your overall approach to a certain key situation is likely to be a waste of time. Trust your usual methods.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The demands being made on your time and attention are distracting you from an issue you want to study more closely. An opportunity approaches.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must be sure to express yourself in a genuine manner throughout the day. Don't try to adopt any style that doesn't come naturally.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not be able to fulfill every promise immediately, but that doesn't mean you've broken them altogether. There's always tomorrow.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have only one chance to take control of a certain situation, and those around you are certainly eager to lend their support.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You've put your trust in someone who may not be there to assist you as expected. This means you've got to go it alone for a while.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may have to provide necessary help to someone far away, but you can only do so by trusting in technology and your ability to be clear.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone may be offering you a so-called bargain that is, in reality, nothing of the kind. Steer clear, and know you're saving money!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are able to provide a friend or loved one with precisely the kind of support he or she most needs. Results are immediate.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The more you insist that someone else does precisely what you say, the more he or she is likely to resist. Strive for a compromise.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're waiting for the right situation to evolve before setting something in motion that you've long anticipated.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It'll be more difficult to get things done on time and under budget than you had expected, but certain pieces do fall into place.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are finally doing just what you set out to do some time ago. What has inspired you? You can answer this and other questions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are eager to give a loved one precisely what he or she is asking for, but it will require making a certain adjustment or sacrifice.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your desire to see things through as planned may have to give way to the need for balance as you approach a rather treacherous landscape.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A few more mysteries can be solved. One in particular has you thinking of things in a whole new way. A loved one asks for a favor.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're eager to share with a friend, but a family member is warning you against revealing too much right now. You can find a balance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone close to you may strike a rather unpleasant chord as you engage in dialogue about something you consider inevitable.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Enjoyment comes from sharing what you can with those closest to you. You needn't venture far from home to have what you want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be expected to take the lead, but you're not feeling particularly confident. You do have something valuable to offer.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A private fear may become public. You don't have any reason to be ashamed of what others consider perfectly natural.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may not be able to afford all that you want, but if you manage your money with forethought, you can be satisfied later on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Despite your confident approach to a nagging problem, it's not likely to be solved right now. Too many peripheral issues are in the way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Something rather complex may seem simple to you, but that which is simple to others may be a complete mystery to you, at least for now.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Dangers of many types will appear. When you encounter a known threat, instincts kick in, but the unknown requires careful thought.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You've been waiting a long time to hear from someone whose contribution can mean the difference between success and failure. Today's the day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your actions can surely offer excitement to onlookers, but it's serious business for you. You must not be distracted by the hubbub.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Someone is waiting on you to engage in a conversation that may prove to be more important than either of you suspects.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Things may not be going exactly as planned, but you can turn this to your advantage. A rival will be surprised by your progress.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be thinking too much and doing too little. See if you can engage the gears in a more proactive fashion.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may find that the one asking for help is someone who has been very critical of you in the past. Let bygones be bygones!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're eager to try something new, but you can't decide between two unusual options. Let a friend choose for you, perhaps.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're trying to keep the lines of communication open between you and someone who is not interested in talking yet. Be patient!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can recoup certain losses, but you still may not come out ahead when all is said and done. Chalk it up to the price of experience.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You know that you can help someone in need, but the timing may not be right. Also, you must offer instruction in the right way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may find yourself in a heated battle pitched by those who have nothing to lose. You, on the other hand, are likely risking a lot.