ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can do much that is quite satisfying today, though it may not advance your career by much. Soon you'll have a chance to do just that.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It's a good day to make your boundaries clear to those around you. In a certain situation, you're willing to do more than expected.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone may be asking of you more than you are willing to give. In order to avoid a standoff, you can suggest an acceptable alternative.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't just say "no" today. You will want to continue negotiations, even though certain terms are not acceptable to you. Consider other options.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You're eager to be more "hands on" than usual today -- and you can be, but you must be careful not to overstep your bounds in any way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have a claim to something that others are eager to have. Make sure that you keep accurate records of all communications.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You must judge situations very carefully as they evolve today. Make sure that you have up-to-date information and do not fall behind.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The only instructions you are likely to receive today are simply "do not fail." You have tremendous freedom to do what is necessary.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may find yourself in a challenging situation because a friend refuses to see things your way. A compromise is not out of the question.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Much discussion is likely to spring from a situation that you tried to control but could not. No one is likely to blame you, however.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be in need of reminders today, as you attempt to get more done in one fell swoop than usual. A friend knows just how to help.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- A minor disagreement must not be allowed to grow into something you cannot easily set aside. Don't let someone push you into an awkward spot.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll receive instructions today through unusual channels; they are worth following faithfully until you get the results you want.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You will benefit from a change of venue today. Even just seeing something different out your window will do you a world of good!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A companion may object to what you propose but be reluctant to tell you the reason. This is not something you should casually overlook.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A friend has something in mind that may benefit you, but proximity is the determining factor. You must stay closer than usual!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Some excitement results from an accidental occurrence today, and you'll be one of a very few to realize just how important this event really is.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must have no doubts about what you are planning to do. Even the slightest hesitation can prove devastating once you get started.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You don't want to be in the thick of things, but neither do you want to be so far away that you don't know what's going on. Strike a balance!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A friend does you a favor, but you may not be aware of it for a while. You'll know just how to show your gratitude when all is made clear.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A look back at a past episode vindicates you and puts someone else on the spot. You mustn't be tempted to let this situation linger.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The first thing you may want to do today is let someone off the hook -- and that will have far-reaching ramifications for you and others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may find yourself in an awkward position that a rival can help you out of, and that only adds to the awkwardness!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- That which seems at first to have little or no practical purpose may actually prove quite important to you by day's end. Don't give up!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A family member asks for your help but may not be clear about his or her own expectations. You may have to do some careful guessing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You receive assistance from a source that is at first unrecognizable, but later you will realize who has come through in the nick of time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's important for you to maintain connections today, especially with family members who have been so helpful to you in the past.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You are more than qualified to do what needs to be done today, but that doesn't mean you won't encounter criticism. Your style is the issue.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are feeling enthusiastic and motivated at this time. There are many options for you to explore, but don't venture out of your comfort zone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to spend a great deal of time searching for something that has gone missing. Ultimately, you'll be laughing about this.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You know how to maximize your own productivity at this time, and you must do so in order to stay a step ahead of your No. 1 rival.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can take advantage of some sales and bargains today, if that's what interests you right now. Otherwise, expenses may multiply.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are facing a situation that challenges you in a profound way. Some of your innermost fears may be coming to the surface.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to put your foot down today and insist that someone follow your lead without deviation. Safety and security are on the line.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may stumble across something that you've been looking for, but it isn't likely to prove as useful to you as you had hoped. Carry on!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You are more determined than ever to get a certain something done ahead of schedule and, if at all possible, under budget. Details are key.