ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- When you wake, you'll be met with a challenge almost immediately. You'll know how to address it, but you may have to wait to do so.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You don't want to have to stop today in the middle of what you're doing, so prepare accordingly and create no obstacles for yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Showing another what you're capable of today can be misinterpreted; be sure that you are not sending any messages that you don't want to send.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You benefit from seeing things from another perspective, but you may still have trouble understanding a certain someone's point of view.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- As soon as you start throwing around the words "always" and "never," you are setting yourself up for disappointment. Be more moderate.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can help others guard against routine dangers, but something may sneak up on you late in the day and cause you to take a defensive stance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must brook no intrusions or interruptions today. You have much to do, and you must use every available moment to your advantage.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You'll know when something is not good enough, but you may not be sure how to improve it on your own. A partner holds the key at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are certain to be attracted to something beneath the surface, and the usual things aren't likely to prove quite as compelling.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Thing are shifting slightly, but that means you'll have to adjust in a more overt and dramatic way than you might think.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Take a look at the central relationships in your life and you'll begin to notice a pattern that is cause for concern. Be honest!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The future is looking better, in part because you are willing to open yourself up to a new set of opportunities. A friend gives you moral support.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your self-image is healthy right now, but it may undergo a change as you encounter an insidious situation that challenges you in hidden ways.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- One promise is kept while another is broken today -- and you'll find yourself at the center of both situations, whether intentionally or not.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You are confident that you are the best person for a job that has to be done posthaste. Your speed and efficiency count for much today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can reach new heights as you answer a challenge offered by a friendly rival. You can both acquit yourselves well if you keep it friendly!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may clash with someone in a position of authority today -- but you are likely to have the advantage as the situation favors your current stance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be subject to all manner of influences today, but you can pick and choose which will have the greatest and most lasting impact.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can afford to let your guard down just a bit early in the day -- but be prepared to mount a strong defense later on, especially after dark.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be confused about what others are expecting of you at this time. Ask questions and get up-to-date information; don't guess!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A matter of security cannot be ignored. What a loved one brings to you is also worth your immediate attention -- if you can give it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The shorter the message, the more important it is -- in most cases. This doesn't mean you can tune out when a longer one comes your way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can wrest the advantage from a rival -- but take care that you don't do anything that could be considered "unfair" by others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- If you are willing to admit a prior mistake, you can surely get past it quickly and with little fallout. Avoid stubborn denial!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be ready very soon to say enough is enough, but until then you'll want to do all you can to prevail in an impossible situation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are ready to rejoin the team today and put in a good deal of effort to see that victory is snatched from the jaws of defeat.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may not understand specifically what someone is trying to tell you, but even a "gut feeling" can do you a world of good today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are far better equipped than others to address a certain situation today. As they look to you for guidance, you can lead from the front.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You will have a very good reason to jump into a certain situation today, even though you've done much to avoid just that in the recent past.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone may open your eyes to a possibility you have not recognized before. He or she has a good reason to join forces with you now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone you know well is willing to go to bat for you today in a situation that puts you at a disadvantage. Be patient; wait for a sign.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You receive a message from afar that contains information you can put to use immediately. Little needs to be interpreted at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may have to make a request of a friend that seems to put you in a vulnerable spot, but the truth is very much the opposite.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your ability to assess a situation quickly and accurately will come in handy all day long. Others flock to you for answers to tricky questions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be required to add things up today without having all pertinent information. Your "guess" will be very close, in fact.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may find yourself sitting pretty today, as far as a certain workplace situation goes. You are immune from certain ill trends.