ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- In order to give yourself something you've long gone without, you may have to give up something that has been valuable to you for just as long.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may not be willing to make the trade another has offered you, but before the day is out, you can come up with an acceptable alternative.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Listen to what others are saying about you today and you'll learn a great deal about how you affect things even when going it alone.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Just because someone is likely to clean up your mess doesn't mean it's a good idea to make it in the first place. Think of others!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself engaged in a war of words with someone who is just as much of an "expert" as you are. To the victor go the spoils!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're eager to share your opinion about a certain development -- but it will be more important for you to listen to what others have to say.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Think about how the pieces come together today, and you'll be able to see the big picture while dealing with many of the smaller details.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Listen to what others have to say today, and offer your input only when asked to do so. It's important to follow established protocol.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are wise to stay out of another's business today -- but you must be ready to react appropriately to whatever actions he or she takes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A cautious approach is advised, at least during the first part of the day in which you are still getting the lay of the land.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Do you want to hit the road today, or stay close to home? The choice is yours, and each option provides you with a welcome opportunity.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- As you go about your business today, you must be aware of what others are doing as they go about theirs. All things are intertwined today.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can be quite inventive today as you approach a problem that others cannot solve. Indeed, thinking out of the box is a virtual requirement!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are eager to find an outlet for your growing creative energy. Look no further than what a friend offers -- it will take you by surprise.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You cannot afford to let your mind wander today. Stick to the problem at hand, and don't let anyone tell you that a solution can't be found.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Others are organizing a contest of sorts that you simply must participate in, as you'll have a chance to right a past wrong in the process.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Be sure to make time for the unexpected today; despite your many appointments and responsibilities, you must be ready to face a few surprises.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Repetition allows you to get something right that has taken quite some time to comprehend in the first place. You want to score a win!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your imagination is likely to lead you down some winding paths today -- but what you discover along the way gives you a distinct advantage.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may be the only person who knows how to solve a certain problem today -- and others are almost certain to give you the freedom to get it done.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can shower those you love with all that you have today -- and you'll not be lacking anything when all is said and done.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You risk much today by being oversensitive. Criticism is unavoidable, and you must take it in stride. Give another a piece of advice.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may not be able to progress as expected today, but a few moments of thought will allow you to come up with an even better plan of action.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Showing someone what you're made of doesn't have to involve aggression of any kind. Indeed, a "soft pedal" approach wins the day.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Others may think your decisions are somewhat eccentric, but they work for you, and that's all that counts. It can be a memorable day, surely!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your confidence will be on display throughout much of the day, but take care you don't present yourself as a target to your rivals. Be safe!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A very small mistake may grow to consume your day in ways you would never have expected. You may choose to follow someone's lead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your thoughts and feelings are your own today, of course -- but you may have something to gain by sharing them in a way you haven't in the past.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may be asked to pledge support for something that you do not wholly believe in -- and you must say so or risk being labeled a hypocrite!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may risk more than your peace of mind today by doing what you know should be done by someone else. It's not too late to change course.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Others are likely to judge you for something you did a long time ago. This is unfair, but you mustn't be tempted by thoughts of payback.

SCORPIO (Oct 23-Nov. 21) -- A surprising realization puts you in a healthier state of mind today. A friend seeks shelter, and you can offer it. Think about tomorrow.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can be far more creative today than you have been in the recent past. You may receive approval for something rather unusual.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your mistakes are likely to add up today; think ahead to minimize the damage. Someone you know plays an unexpected role.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A Cancer or Leo native puts you on the defensive today for reasons passing understanding. This is a situation you must control!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You cannot afford to let your emotions get the better of you today. Shift gears if you have to in order to make the pace manageable.