ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Be on guard if someone who has never been overly friendly suddenly starts to shower you with lots of attention. This person might want something.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you are lackadaisical, don't expect your achievement level to be too high. Both desire and dedication are required in order to achieve anything important or worthwhile.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Some juicy tidbits you hear that you believe to be nothing but pure gossip should not be passed on, no matter how tantalizing they may be.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Financial issues might be one of the more difficult things for you to manage. You're likely to have a good handle on the larger matters; it's the small expenses that could throw you for a loop.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Unless you're able to see things from another person's perspective, both parties might think it is the other who is getting the short end.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Whereas just yesterday your hunches were pretty good, today they could lead you completely astray. If you have to put stock in anything, make it your common sense.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- It would be best not to do things for friends believing that they'll return the favor. Usually when there are strings attached, someone gets tied up in knots.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There is a good chance that your behavior when dealing with other people will be scrutinized under a magnifying glass. Don't do anything that will arouse questions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you are required to give instructions to another, make them concise and very easy to understand. It's important that the other party knows what you are trying to accomplish.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There's a strong chance that you could reveal some confidential financial information to the wrong people if you're not careful. Be cognizant to whom you're telling what.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- For the sake of expediency, you could agree to something without first thinking through what the consequences might be. Impulsive behavior could put you in an awkward position.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If your attention span is a bit limited, it could cause you some major complications. This is especially true when working on something intricate that requires total focus.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's extremely important that you don't allow your responsibilities to pile up on you. If you do, you're going to have a devil of a time trying to catch up.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You can sometimes be a rather gregarious person, who feels comfortable even in a crowd. However, those times are limited, so if solitude appeals to you, do your own thing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- In all probability, you're going to find yourself the center of attention, but others won't be looking for things to admire about you. It behooves you to be on your best behavior, to foil the ones hoping you'll slip up.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Be careful about imposing your opinions on an unresponsive listener. In all probability, this person will be slow to anger, but your intrusion could stir him or her up.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There is a strong possibility that both you and your mate might each feel it's the other one who is spending too much money and wrecking the budget. In reality, it's both.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- None of the parties involved are apt to be satisfied with a sensible agreement that's being worked out. If this continues, its prospects for survival are dubious.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Although at times you can be pretty good at juggling several critical assignments simultaneously, this is not likely to be one of those days. It may be best to do less, and do it well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- A small misunderstanding might easily arise between you and a good friend. It could even become magnified beyond its significance if allowed to turn into a clash of wills. Back off.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If your timing and tactics are not in sync, it'll be extremely difficult to fulfill any ambitious objectives. Do what's smart and effective, not what's convenient.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Strive to be diplomatic regarding any issue that you need to discuss with a temperamental friend. If your opinions are not in harmony, it could quickly turn into a heated argument.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If there are still some old accounts that haven't been cleared from your books as yet, it's best not to assume any new financial obligations. Try not to overburden your budget.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Any important friendship must be handled with more than the usual amount of consideration and tact. Any thoughtless behavior or misunderstanding could put the relationship in jeopardy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- When involved in a group endeavor, single out one person who is shy and hanging back. You're the one who can get him or her to join in and enjoy what is going on.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Although things in general are favorable for you, nothing is likely to be handed to you on a silver platter. What you get must be acquired by your own merit.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- By being methodical and practical, the possibilities for fulfilling your aims will be substantially enhanced. Don't let opportunities of great potential go unfulfilled.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You must be able to recognize the difference between a good value judgment and a poor one in order to be successful. Don't waste time on that which yields sparse rewards.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Although you might be inclined to think otherwise, someone with whom you're involved will be far more considerate and tolerant than you are. Look at yourself realistically.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A matter that is quite meaningful to you is likely to be resolved to your advantage, yet you might still think you didn't get enough. Don't get greedy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You'll think far more highly of yourself if you don't modify your views just to placate another. Be your own person at all times, and let the chips fall as they may.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- When it comes to an issue that could advance your work or career, don't broadcast your intentions in advance. If you do so, a competitor who steals your ideas could beat you out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be on guard if you are in the company of two friends who are having a disagreement, so that you're not put in the middle. Whichever side you choose will get you in trouble.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your financial affairs could turn out favorably, provided you are prudent in the management of your funds. Don't let a good margin get out of hand.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Do not pepper your thoughts with reasons why something can't be done. Instead, focus your imagination on positive elements regarding ways to accomplish your purposes.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If you are able to separate the wheat from the chaff, this can be a productive day for you. Don't devote more time to the insignificant than to the beneficial and rewarding.