ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Keep the faith, because something of great importance to your well-being won't be a piece of cake to handle. But it won't be as ominous or troublesome as you think, either.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Now's the time to take control over your financial affairs. Regardless of how bad things look now, you can turn it around. Use plenty of elbow grease, and get to work.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Just to make a point, you may opt to do things the hard way and cause more trouble for yourself than need be. Quit being so stubborn, and admit there are plenty of other ways to do things.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Innately, you are a practical and logical person, but when you allow your emotions to take control, all reason flies out the window. This could be one of those days when you lose your cool.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't be one of those people who lets personal gain take precedence over the nobler instincts. Getting ahead is important, but how you do so is just as important, especially to your image.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Important goals may be unachievable, but not necessarily owing to obstacles or influences over which you have no control. It'll be because you handle things in a clumsy manner.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you place more importance on settling an old grudge, you'll waste valuable time that you could have used to do something fun or meaningful. It'll be your own doing -- and your loss.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Unfortunately, you might not be as eager to share with others as they are with you. Sadly, this attitude will damage your reputation in ways that you're unprepared to handle.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- There are two sides to every coin, so why spend all your time dwelling on the negative aspects? All it will bring is an investment in failure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't be so self-involved that you forget to acknowledge those who have helped you get where you want to go. Next time, there won't be anyone around when you need them.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You may have a knack for managing people, but how you go about it might not be as admirable as you think. Be careful to avoid using tactics that could be resented.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- A situation that pits a loved one against another might occur, calling for you to make a choice as to who is right. If it's not a serious issue, let your heart make the decision.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Make it clear to an associate that he or she is not to make any decision for you without your approval. This is someone who does this all the time in order to get his or her way, and it needs to stop.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Guard against a tendency to yield to negative inclinations. Be optimistic about what's ahead, and don't allow yourself to feel overwhelmed before you begin.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Although you'll be in a gregarious mood, you might not be too careful about your social skills and communication. You'll end up alone if you march to a different drummer.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When used well, originality is an enviable quality. However, don't attempt to tailor your words, ideas and thoughts just to be different, without making sure of their quality.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You might have to deal with someone who has taken an adverse position on something about which you feel strongly. Don't allow yourself to provoke an angry reaction.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Unless it's vital to do so, it's best for you not to purchase anything that exceeds your budget. Even settling for cheaper merchandise will give you remorse.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If both you and a cohort want to run the show and have differing opinions, temporarily part company until you can agree to a meeting of the minds. Only then can you do things in harmony.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Attempting to do more than you can comfortably manage will prove to be self-defeating. Success will be denied you until you appreciate your limitations and operate within them.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It's best not to take any speculative risks, but if you're going to gamble, do so only on yourself. Taking a chance on anybody else would be foolish.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Try to avoid being unduly influenced by someone who doesn't necessarily have your best interests at heart. If you strive to please this person, you may come a cropper.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't criticize the ideas of others unless you can offer some constructive concepts that you believe to be superior. If you can't, it's best not to say anything at all.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Be careful -- you're not always the shrewd shopper you think you are. There's a strong chance you could purchase something only to discover it being sold cheaper elsewhere.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Go ahead and team up with others, as long as you know they will do what is required of them. However, it would be best if you supply the plan and they furnish the force.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Even though we live in a self-contained society, when you do things that put the needs of others above your own, you will come out a winner.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Although you might have to contend with a number of disturbing factors, your determination will make sure they'll have little or no influence over your ambitions.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A great way to start your day is to get going on that exercise program you've been promising yourself you'd start. If you can't, at least include something that is physically invigorating in your day.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- This is an excellent day to finalize all those projects you've left dangling -- just don't attempt to do too many at the same time. Make quality more important than quantity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Persons with whom you associate will have a strong influence on your performance and the quality of your work. If they are doers, you'll be one as well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- There are two big factors operating in your favor that will enhance your probabilities for success. First is your desire to be helpful, and second is the pride you take in your work.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You're an especially good organizer, especially in promoting and regulating an activity that can promote one of your special interests. It won't take long for others to join in.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Although you will be lucky with most of your endeavors, you won't necessarily be so fortunate in promoting a material interest. Success will come in your intangible affairs.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Your hopes and expectations are likely to have some marvelous chances of fulfillment. Don't let a negative occurrence or down-at-the-mouth friend convince you otherwise.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- This is an excellent day to devote your efforts to matters that could either enhance your financial position or better your career in some way. You'll be lucky in either case.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You won't be inclined to take a backseat to anyone, which will quickly become evident to anyone who attempts to usurp your authority, no matter how slight it might be.