ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are far more equipped to deal with what arises today than anyone else in your circle. Others are counting on you to do what is right.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Just because you are giving something your best shot doesn't mean you are deserving of first prize. The issue is far more complicated than that!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn't make the mistake of thinking that you are entitled to something that you must, in fact, earn. Be ready to put in a strong effort.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can provide just what someone else needs at this time -- but are you willing to do so? This is something you must determine for yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may have to pull up short today when you realize that you're not fully prepared for what lies directly ahead. Take the time to work this out!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must be willing to do more than you are asked to do, and none of it is likely to come as a surprise. You knew what you were in for today!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Central issues must be given the attention they deserve today. Don't hide from that which affects you directly; confront it!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- An issue is resolved today just as another comes to light and demands more from you than you might have expected. Be ready to jump in.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You will have to pay attention to where your money is coming from -- and where it is going. You can strike a bargain that others cannot.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may feel that someone is threatening your independence today. The only way to be certain is to raise the issue directly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Someone you've known for some time is likely to surprise you with a decision you've not been able to make -- yet. Your time will come!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The devil is in the details, and you cannot afford to overlook anything that could affect your progress at this time. Pay attention!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Though someone else is taking a certain situation very seriously, you may be thinking it's all in fun. This must be straightened out!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Any errors you make today are only made worse if you try to hide them. Be honest about what you've done -- and what you're likely to do.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- How you use all available resources will make a big difference today. You mustn't be wasteful -- and yet you mustn't be too stingy, either.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may find yourself grappling with many memories today. What is it about that certain episode from your past that affects you so?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're going to have to pick up the pace today if you want to keep up with someone whom you admire -- and from whom you always learn a great deal.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone is after you, but you know how to steer clear of any significant danger. You may have to admit to a past mistake before the day is out.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What comes your way today is sure to require more than mere instinct. You're going to have to apply some academic lessons, too.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may feel as though you have little to give to a current project. Is this more than mere fatigue? It's something to think about, surely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A chance encounter opens a door. You feel that there is more riding on this today than at any similar time in the past. Hang on!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can make use of all available time today and finish in fine form. You don't have to exhaust yourself to get everything done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Any choice you make today is likely to be premature. You can consider all options and hypothesize, but avoid any final decision.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone may be asking of you something that you simply cannot do. You're going to have to explain the reason why -- in no uncertain terms.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must stick to your guns today, and trust that your priorities are correctly in line. What you do right now will have a lasting effect.

TAURUS (April 20-March 20) -- You may find yourself engaged in some kind of scavenger hunt, and what you find is likely to be quite valuable -- at least to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A matter of honor cannot be ignored or avoided today. You must be willing to stand by what you believe in, even if it incurs a certain hardship.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You've made a plan and you're fully prepared to implement it -- so what's the holdup? Someone may be standing in your way -- but who?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You mustn't let anyone tell you that your contribution isn't valuable today. On the contrary, much is made possible because you're involved.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You cannot expect someone else to read your mind -- even someone close to you. You must be willing to reveal certain secrets today.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The information you share with friends and/or co-workers is nothing new exactly, but it's likely to affect everyone in a new way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Things may slow down somewhat, but that will allow you to take a breath and assess your progress. Be honest with yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be unaware of how your actions are affecting someone else -- and vice versa. It may be time to talk things through in detail.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can get a great deal done today if you are willing to close yourself off for a time and focus squarely on the task at hand.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can gain much, but you may be required to give something in the process. Only you can determine if you will ultimately come out ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You mustn't keep silent about a certain issue that is becoming toxic within your key relationships. It's time to deal with it!