ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You receive an unusual reaction from one who is usually perfectly aligned with your motives and methods. A subtle change may be required.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- The pace may be slower than usual today, but that doesn't mean you can ease up in any sense. Indeed, you may have to work harder than usual.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- While others may not understand what you are truly after, today you can narrow your focus and prepare yourself for one final push.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll enjoy the chance to catch up with a friend who has been out of the picture for a while -- but don't let yourself be taken advantage of.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- While others rearrange their schedules to accommodate yours, you must be sure that what you are doing is as efficient and progressive as possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The first few steps may be the hardest to take today -- but once you get moving, you'll be able to steer clear of anything that can slow you down.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- It's important to get the rest you need, but where will you find the time? You must be willing to say "no" today to one or two propositions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Financial issues are at the fore, and you ignore them at your peril today. You must be willing to take a few difficult steps at this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You must be willing to maneuver freely today when the unexpected comes your way. Someone you know will clarify some ground rules for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your unique position allows you to be involved only up to a point, after which you'll be able to remove yourself from a tricky situation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Now is no time for games -- though you can certainly enjoy the work you have before you. Your choice of a temporary partner causes a stir.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You receive numerous messages today that seem promising, but only one or two later in the day give you the information you really need.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- While you acknowledge that the times are changing, you may not be able to adjust your way of thinking about a certain key topic -- yet.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You must be ready and able to shift gears very quickly today when presented with an unexpected challenge by one who seems to have your number.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have a few big issues to tend to today, but a smaller one is likely to attract your attention because of how it affects you in a personal way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may be at the end of a phase that has allowed you greater leeway at work -- but today you must make a plan that follows every rule.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- That which you are pursuing may actually be pursuing you, and you must come to terms today with an issue that simply refuses to fade away.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You must allow yourself to be more flexible at this time, despite the rules that have been limiting you in the past. There's room for growth.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- The answers you seek are readily available, but you must ask the right questions before they reveal themselves. Self-knowledge is key.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Anticipated events will be just as important as you think at this time -- but those you do not anticipate are likely to affect you even more.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be aware of all that you must avoid today. The more maneuverable you are, the better able you'll be to react appropriately.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Of course you want things to turn out right today, but before they do, you must navigate some tricky terrain that wasn't part of the plan.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your goals must be clear and comprehensible today -- not only to you, but also to those who have signed on to help you at this tricky time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Frustration today proves to be your No. 1 nemesis, and only you can keep it from holding you back. Your goal is nearer than you think.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take the time to prepare fully today for what you are expecting to come your way tomorrow so you'll be ready even for the unexpected.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- What someone does rubs you the wrong way today, but rather than advertise your displeasure, you had best to ask yourself what's going on!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Things may take on a strange sort of overtone today that you will want to study carefully -- but on your own. A trend begins now.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll certainly not be able to be in two places at once today, but you can fulfill your responsibilities to different bosses.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The company of others will please you today, as long as things go your way. You must take care that you don't lose control of the narrative.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- The path you are on may lead you to a surprising spot today -- but this isn't your final destination, surely. Stock up on all resources.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Your talents may shine very brightly today and still not lead you where you most want to go. You may soon require the guidance of an expert.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Take care that you're not simply showboating today when doing the things you think will get you somewhere. You may soon be facing a deadline.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be seeing things in quite the same optimistic way that you are used to, but a friend lifts your spirits at just the right time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your work is likely to get mixed reviews today, but that will say more about what you've done in the past than anything new. Don't complain!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll be hoping for the best today, even as those around you are expecting quite the opposite. Your attitude makes all the difference.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Your satisfaction isn't likely to come from anything you accomplish today, but rather from interactions with others. Your eyes are open.