ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Do you understand the way things are supposed to be done? Only after demonstrating that will you be allowed to break with tradition.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Everyone can benefit from a little extra display of kindness and courtesy, and today it may be up to you to show those around you how that's done.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may have to make a choice you never thought would be yours to make. Others are paying close attention to your process of elimination.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Someone throws a wrench into the works today, requiring you to improvise a bit in order to protect others from unfavorable developments.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be face-to-face at some point today with a rival. Don't simply try to take the easy way out, for that way lies a very real danger.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Any attempt to rewrite history today will backfire on you. You must face the truth and encourage others to do very much the same.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today, actions you took just yesterday are likely to have very different results. You'll be surprised -- and encouraged, too, very likely.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Don't let anyone tell you that you're not the right person for a certain job that has to be done today. You have the know-how and experience.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may be lulled into thinking that there's more time available to you today than there really is. Late in the day you'll pick up the pace.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're hoping that something you recently did continues to go unnoticed, but that's not likely today. You'll have to face the music.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll want to make room in your life for someone who only now has demonstrated just how much he or she has in common with you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're hoping that you come out on top today, but you may be facing an uphill climb before you know what your chances really are.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are eager for some self-discovery, but first you must help someone else through a situation that you understand more completely.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Use the time to your advantage today and don't let anyone pull you away from the tasks that beckon. You know what must be done!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Just because you are not paying attention, don't think that others are not trying to get in touch with you. Many are reaching out!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Self-doubt mustn't be allowed to linger today. You can combat it by first doing a small thing that you know you can do very well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Someone close to you has you thinking that maybe you're in need of a little self-improvement at this time -- and you likely are.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You mustn't let yourself be taken advantage of today; anything you do must be compensated for, even if it means saying "no."

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Something unusual comes your way today. Do what you know how to do, and don't let anyone pull you out of your comfort zone, at least for now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Others may be willing to settle for less than what they deserve, but not you! It's time to insist on adequate payment for services rendered.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- It's likely to be a busy day for you and those on your team. Someone with whom you naturally clash is more on your side today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Take care that you don't let yourself become too tolerant or accepting; there are times when you must insist that others follow the rules.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You understand just how important it is today to support those around you. Very soon, you'll likely require their support in return.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- This may be a good day to stay indoors and protect yourself from the kinds of influences that could disrupt things for quite some time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Whether you ultimately say "yes" or "no," you must be prepared for a long process of deliberation. This is not an easy decision to make!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A fast start today gets you in the lead, but you mustn't do anything to slow the pace. If others start to gain on you, it is a very real threat.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A friend is ready to unveil something and invites you to be a part of it, but not in the way you had expected. You'll play an important role.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You don't want to assert anything in absolute terms today, for there are always variables that could change the way you have to do things.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can showcase certain accomplishments in a new way today, and the result propels you forward in a rewarding manner, at least professionally.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are tired of having to step in and keep the same two people from fighting the same fight again and again. Suggest an alternative, perhaps.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your routine may not afford you great excitement, but today it may well put you in a position that allows you to reap greater personal benefits.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone keeps trying to change your methods without talking to you about it face-to-face. Put your foot down, for this has got to stop!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- There is more in store for you today than meets the eye. As the hours pass, you'll realize that something new is having an effect.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Are you ready to meet the expectations of those in charge? There's no reason why your performance today should be one to remember.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You're afraid that you may take a "shellacking" of sorts today, but you're actually in a position to do better than anyone expects.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It may be time to step up and take responsibility for something that is only partially your fault, in order to protect someone else.