ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Difficulties arise today when you oppose someone without a clear reason. This can be solved by acknowledging your own culpability.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- An inconsistent approach will only confuse those who are trying to work with you today. Make the rules clear, and follow them faithfully.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Questions of duty arise today when you realize that not everyone is doing what you think they should be doing. This is worth discussing.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must be ready for criticism to come your way today. Only that which is clear and well-supported is worth listening to, however.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You can turn a chore into a very enjoyable social event today; all you have to do is approach routine needs from an unusual perspective.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You mustn't let yourself be pushed around today -- especially when it comes to following the rules. You can be counted on to do the right thing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Turn on the charm today and you can get much of what you want for very little -- though someone may prove resistant because of a moral conflict.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You have many skills that can be used to good advantage today. Make sure you respect your own priorities as you move ahead according to plan.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can reinvent yourself today in such a way that even those who know you best are amazed at what you seem to be able to do.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Things are likely to go your way for much of the day, but you mustn't become complacent! Be ready for things to turn toward day's end.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You feel empowered today, but you may not know where exactly to apply your talents. Watch what someone you admire does; that can work for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be much more hot-tempered than usual today; the cause may not be clear to you until a friend reveals what happened to you recently.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Be sure to focus on those tasks that will not wait. Family matters take priority later in the day, so you can set those aside for a while.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You'll have the chance to step in and clean up someone's mess today -- and, in fact, this is something you've been looking forward to.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Preparation is the key to success today. Be ready for what you are certain will come along, and you'll be able to deal with it in stride.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your expectations are likely to be both met and shattered -- but not in the same moment, surely! Many issues require your attention today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You may not fully understand what someone is up to today until you approach a certain problem from his or her point of view.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take the time to follow another's progress today, and you'll be all the more prepared to do what you must when it's your turn.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Not everything that transpires today has been devised with your betterment in mind -- but many opportunities are revealed to you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Someone you know well takes you by surprise today, and you'll be left wondering how he or she gained such an advantage over you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are ready to begin the detail work on an important project. Many will offer help, but this is a phase you must handle on your own.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Responsibilities multiply today, and if you're not careful, you'll find yourself burning both ends of the candle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Make sure you are fully aware of what is going on around you today -- all the way around you! Complete awareness is essential.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may be growing tired of doing the same old things for the same old reasons. Today, you have the chance to try something entirely new.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Pay attention to how your mind and body are connected today. The messages sent from one to the other and back again tell you much about yourself!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- That which others swear by isn't likely to be worth your time or attention -- especially today, when you're juggling so much at once.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You feel quite strongly that you are on the right track today, even though someone who knows you quite well expresses doubts. Talk it out.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your day is likely to be complicated by much that is beyond your control. Still, you can remain in the driver's seat and avoid obstacles.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your priorities may be getting jumbled at this time, and you cannot afford to approach what lies ahead in a confused state. Get things in order!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can afford to approach a certain challenge with a bit more attitude. Remember, the battle can be won before any blows are struck.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be compelled to mount a challenge against one who is recognized to be the best at what he or she does. Are you sure you're ready?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The working relationship you maintain with someone whose methods are very different from your own can provide you with a rare gift today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You needn't reveal all your secrets today; sure, there are those who want to know what you're all about, but let them find out over time!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- As you face a certain obstacle today, you're likely to be given a rare glimpse of yourself from an unusual angle. Do you like what you see?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You will be better for all that happens to you today, though you may not like much of it as it occurs. Some lessons are learned slowly.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The commitment you've made to another is based more on practicality than on any emotional affinity. Keep things strictly business!