ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be under the mistaken impression that someone close to you will want to tell you what to do, when he or she is merely interested.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can surprise someone into doing what you need done, but you'll want to come clean and explain your motives eventually.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You don't have any good reason for taking a certain big step -- apart from the fact that it will ease tensions between you and a friend.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may not understand another's reasoning, but you can surely get on board with what he or she is choosing to do -- and even play a part!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Share your hopes and fears with someone who will understand where you are coming from. In this way, a new friendship may be forged.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You don't have to act on the very first idea that comes into your head. Wait until you have greased the wheels and gotten up to speed.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You're expecting a handsome reward for doing something outside your comfort zone, but it's not likely to happen the way you envision.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Don't let another tell you what is best for you. You know what is best, what is right and what is necessary. Remain in control.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can do something quite difficult even while protecting yourself from outside dangers. Don't let yourself be imposed upon.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Others will be interested to hear what you think about current developments, but your views may rub them the wrong way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must be willing and able to ask for help when you need it. Trying to do it all on your own is asking for trouble -- and likely to get it!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll want to get certain things done early in the day so that you have the time you need to attend to family issues when they arise.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can score an important "first," but you may not want to share it with everyone just yet. Some may not appreciate your daring.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What seems right to you may not seem right to someone close to you, but an honest discussion is likely to prevent a rift from developing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll want to move forward slowly and deliberately. When following instructions, take care that you don't overlook warnings.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your schedule may have to be adjusted when you learn what a rival is up to. Focus on increasing your efficiency.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're after something that can give you a greater sense of ownership. A friend will give you assistance when things get tough.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone may be trying to undermine you in a way that will not be clear until you have unearthed certain unusual signs and indicators.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can score a minor victory, but as soon as you begin to celebrate, you may realize that you have more to do to make it permanent.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your sense of self is likely to be strengthened when you come up against a rival who tests you in a very personal way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will want to express yourself as clearly as possible, especially when asked to speak on a matter of apparent urgency.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Though you are usually adept at figuring out what makes someone else tick, even a close friend may prove to be quite a mystery to you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Experimentation gives you just enough experience and information to make you comfortable when dealing with a certain stubborn someone.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're driven by a strong yearning for something that no one else truly understands -- including those closest to you. Be ready for questions.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be asking all the right questions, but the answers may be slow in coming until you ask the right people.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll want to investigate a certain occurrence on your own in order to arrive at an objective conclusion. You won't be influenced!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your instincts will tell you to keep your distance from major events, but a part of you is going to want to become more directly involved.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be feeling somewhat odd. What happens as a result may put you in a vulnerable position and raise certain sensitive questions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Pay attention to what is going on behind the scenes, but take care that you aren't drawn in to something dangerous.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can do something you thought was beyond your capability. The reaction you'll get from others may surprise you as well!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You will want to take the time to review all possibilities before taking a single step in a new direction. It's time to play it safe.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A test of wills may develop, though you are not in the mood for any sort of rivalry. Try seeking a compromise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may feel that you don't have enough to go on, but in fact the essential piece of the puzzle is just about to be within reach.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Emotional issues will dominate, both at home and in the workplace. It's important that you remain objective when out in the field.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Don't invent reasons for having done something that raised eyebrows recently. You need not try so hard to justify yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Doing something your own way will win you more than admiration from those in authority. Very soon you may get a promotion -- of sorts.