ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The more energy and commitment you bring to a certain endeavor today, the more you will be rewarded. You may surprise yourself.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're able to anticipate when things may go awry and thus prepare for such eventualities -- though they may not come to pass today.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may find yourself in an uncomfortable position today because of the passions set alight by an unexpected development. Don't lose control!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can put together something today that will be highly valued by others -- though one insignificant criticism takes you by surprise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Nothing is certain today but uncertainty -- and that you can deal with by remaining open, flexible and willing to change when change is required.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Thoughts of material gain must not overtake the plans you have made that can bring you inner contentment. You may have both very soon!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You'll be able to keep pace with someone who is widely considered the best in his or her field. Your daring likely receives wide acclaim.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What you do is less important today than how you do it. There is nothing new under the sun -- but your unique qualities are valuable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You mustn't pretend you are not interested today when someone brings you an attractive offer that you've long anticipated.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're not about to take "no" for an answer -- but you must be ready for what "yes" will mean for you today, tomorrow and the day after that.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You've been trying long enough to solve a problem that just refuses to yield to your will. It's time to bring in an expert you know.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can surely trust your instincts today, but don't let anyone know -- yet -- that you're not basing your decisions on established facts.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- What you are asked to do today is likely to showcase one or two of your unique talents. This may give you a professional boost very soon.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Things may move more quickly today than you had any reason to expect, but you can surely respond appropriately. A friend seeks help.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- What you want and what you need are not necessarily compatible at this time, so you must prioritize and schedule endeavors with care.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A quick meeting gives you all the info you need to make an important decision about pending work -- but you mustn't believe everything you hear!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your mind is on getting what you think you deserve, and not on what you have actually earned. You must come to terms with that disparity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- There's no need to beat around the bush today; you must speak openly and honestly about what you are doing and what you have planned.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can have a good time with someone whose overall aesthetic is different from your own. You can both learn a great deal from each other.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You've grown tired of someone hanging on, and today you're going to have to do something about it. Consider his or her feelings!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not have a great deal of time to get the things done today that must be done -- but you're very good at working under pressure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may feel that you're entering a period of suppressed desires and waning enthusiasm. You can change course with a friend's help.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- It's a good day to begin again -- and to let someone know what it is you want in return for the effort you will put into a new project.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Someone has been singing your praises of late, and today you're likely to receive an exciting offer -- but are you in a position to accept?

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll have a chance to share your expertise with others today, and you must be fully prepared. Develop a game plan with care.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have what you need today, surely, but are you sure that you know how to use it to the fullest advantage? You could use some quick advice.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You mustn't be quite as rambunctious as usual today; treat yourself with care, and know that this "fragile" phase will soon pass.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Someone is likely to interest you in something that is very different from the norm today. Can you afford to take this side trip now?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You've been backing a certain cause for quite some time now, but today you may feel that it is best for you to apply your efforts elsewhere.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You're likely to receive more than you had bargained for today -- which may actually prove more a burden than a benefit. Share with others!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may receive news from an expert today that has you considering an unusual course -- and one you never thought you'd want to take.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You meet someone who has an instant effect on you, though you may not be able to define it right away. This takes getting used to, surely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Someone with whom you've recently been on the outs suggests a compromise that you can certainly live with. All is settled today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may think you have no use for someone's rules, but the fact is that they will benefit you in many ways. Resist no longer!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can prove to others just how capable you are -- but you may still harbor some doubts about a certain endeavor you've not yet started.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The question to answer today is not so much what you must do, but where you should do it. A change of venue may prove an unexpected boon.