ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Expecting the worst from someone is only likely to invite the worst, so you are better off approaching the situation with a positive outlook.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone close to you hasn't yet received the message you've been trying to send. The time has come to be more direct; avoid any sort of code.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You may be more interested in those things that lie outside your usual field of study today -- and they're sure to pull you in a new direction.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your habit of exploring things from the safety of your home can get you only so far today. You'll have to step out of your comfort zone.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- As effective as your old methods have been in the past, the time has come for you to update your approach. New situations send you a new way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be overly concerned that your reputation is on the line, but this is not entirely the case. Someone has been feeding you malarkey.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Despite what you've been saying to others, you're not ready or willing to make certain changes. The status quo serves you well for now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- An uncalculated reaction to something you've been observing for some time may send the wrong message today. Do what you can to clear the air.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- A rival presses you today, and you may find yourself caught in a tricky situation from which there is no obvious escape -- yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- The things that come your way today will all tip the scale toward the positive -- but you may be still have to deal with a hidden evil.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You have the choice of being stationary today or on the move, and while each has its own benefits, you're eager to strike out on your own.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- The obvious isn't so obvious once you look more closely at it. You'll discover today much that you had overlooked the first time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You mustn't waste your time or energy on that which others have deemed of little value. Go your own way; pursue what is important to you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Clean, solid, professional work is what is expected of you today, and you can deliver -- provided you've completed the necessary preparatory tasks.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You're certainly not going to read anyone's mind today, so if you want or need clarification on anything, you must be sure to ask for it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You can lead the proverbial horse to water with no great effort today, but what sets you apart is your knack for getting him to drink.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The choices before you today are likely to require you to adopt an unusual manner of looking at things in order to see all possible outcomes.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You'll be guided by one who is also trusting someone to lead the way -- so instead of following one behind the other, why not travel together?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- One or two of your talents will be on display today, whether or not you like it, so adopting a positive mindset will benefit everyone.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Something you're after may remain just out of reach today, but you can be doubly motivated by this rather than frustrated. Keep at it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You cannot afford to wander about aimlessly today; make a plan, have a goal and work to achieve something concrete and rewarding.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Something you cannot avoid can be turned into an asset before the day is out -- and you may be the only one to have figured this out.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- That which has been elusive in the past is likely to be yours today -- and it may well remain in your possession for quite some time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You will certainly receive a great many "style points" today, but more than that, you will also win the trust of someone who needs a partner.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Those around you may overreact to what happens today, but you understand that this is only the beginning. The big moment comes later.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone may be working against you for reasons that you can't quite fathom, but your natural responses enable you to avoid any real threat.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You must be willing to adjust your schedule to accommodate the unexpected needs of someone who you thought was just along for the ride.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be reading the signs all wrong today -- but there will be time to undo any damage this might cause. Let another take charge for a while.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Safety is a prime concern today, but you can't ensure that everyone will escape danger without discussing key matters openly and honestly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The contentment you seek will be available to you only after you acknowledge what everyone around you already knows. Get with the program!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You don't want to put others off today simply by putting your considerable knowledge on display. Avoid showing off; let others speak.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- The social scene is likely to prove both frustrating and satisfying, in turns. Remember, you don't have to accept every invitation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can work far more efficiently today than you have in the past, but it won't happen by accident. You must make a concerted effort.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Take care today that you don't become overly concerned with money matters. You have a solid plan in motion, and you must await the results.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Whether a habit is good or bad will be determined by factors out of your control today -- and you may have confused one for another recently.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may not know it, but you've reduced your margin for error almost to a dangerous point. It's a good time to refine your methods if you can.