ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- When it's time for someone to take charge today, you'll be everyone's No. 1 choice. Be ready to make a few decisions very quickly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're ready to do something you've not done before -- but take care that you're not simply opening yourself up to criticism.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone's judgment may differ from your own -- but you can be confident that you are in the right and will avoid any undue scrutiny.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A new venture begins to take shape in your head or on paper. Give someone a chance to look things over; you'll benefit from a second opinion.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A team effort allows you to see things in a way you haven't before. Soon you'll be ready to adopt a whole new way of doing certain things.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may discover at the center of your private world a presence that comes as a complete surprise. A new relationship is just beginning.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be wondering what others are up to today, but you're not willing to risk what you're working on to join in -- yet. Wait for more information.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You're in no mood for a fight today, so steer clear of someone who is in the habit of pushing your buttons. You'll get private work done.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're making strides, surely, but you are still doubting your own motives. Take the time to review what others say about you -- and why.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be getting quite close to someone in a way that is not wholly intended. Be sure to ask permission before getting any closer!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You know what's what when it comes to closing a business deal today -- but someone may think you're being premature in expressing confidence.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You'll receive assistance from someone you do not recognize at first -- but soon you'll realize this is a familiar collaborator.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your luck is likely to improve somewhat today, though someone else may be the beneficiary. Your gains will be made on another day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The road ahead is long, but you know how to navigate the twists and turns. Someone else can learn from you as you prepare for the journey.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Troubles you'd put behind you some time ago are likely to resurface today, but not in the way you may have feared; you can avoid reliving them.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll be able to pick up the pace today without risking any of the good work that lies ahead. You're in the groove and ready for more.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Physical or emotional ills needn't hold you back today. You can move forward even while dealing with personal situations that are not ideal.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Things are likely to make more sense when you've had a chance to reflect on them -- and that won't be until after dark, most likely.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Someone comes to you with a special request, perhaps -- and you're in a position to grant it, provided you aren't going to lose any sleep over it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The difference between "seems" and "is" may be a mystery to you today, until someone unearths proof of something that is a sure thing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You are moving closer to someone who has been only a peripheral part of your life in the past. Things take on a whole new meaning.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You'll have a little more energy today than you did yesterday perhaps, but you may not know until late in the day what to do with it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You can thwart someone who wishes to derail you today -- though long-term effects may not be seen right away. Someone lends you a hand.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- It may be time for you to step away from a job that has been taking up far too much of your time. What comes next? A friend has an idea!

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The feeling that you have let someone down will be hard to shake today -- until the person in question reveals you've done all you can!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You should be able to do for someone else what he or she recently did for you -- but this time the benefits will likely be shared between you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Take care that you're not merely letting a knee-jerk reaction dictate your decision-making process today. Give all issues some real thought!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The possibilities may not be endless today, but you can surely do something that others would never expect. You can surprise them all!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have what it takes to raise the bar at home or at the workplace. You'll have to make a decision, however, and focus on only one venue.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You know who's on your side right now, but it's not something you want to advertise for both your sakes. You must withhold other key information.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Now is not the time to insist on anything -- but what comes to you as a matter of course will surely give you an advantage over a rival.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can make up for lost time today -- and someone can help you do it. You'll realize this working relationship is worth exploring!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You're able to see things very clearly today, despite the obstacles that stand in your way. The more realistic you are now, the better.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be giving the impression you're busy and on task, but the truth is you're lacking motivation. What do you really want to do?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be restless as the day begins, but the input of a friendly adviser likely has you making a plan and putting that energy to good use.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Keep things simple today; you'll benefit in ways you cannot yet imagine. It's a good time to make streamlining changes in your home.