ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Help isn't likely to be forthcoming, so don't depend on others to do things for you. The more you take on yourself, the more you'll get done.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Even if you're usually good at handling money, this is not likely to be the case at present. You may be too tightfisted for your own good.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Try to avoid discussing topics that could cause a fight, especially with another whose views differ radically from yours. You won't have much patience for argument.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Upon occasion, you can deprive yourself of some useful information, all because you don't like the person who knows it. Don't allow something petty to make your life harder than necessary.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take with a grain of salt any proposal that offers you something for nothing. Somebody might end up ahead, but you can bet your bottom dollar it won't be you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Unless you're extremely careful, you could easily add fuel to an already smoldering domestic issue. The slightest thing you say could set off a conflagration.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- The one thing you can never afford to be is gullible about your commercial dealings. Before making any disclosures whatsoever, insist upon verification of what is promised.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Under no condition should you run your financial affairs predicated upon anticipated returns. The only cash you can count on is what you have in hand.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- There is nothing wrong with having a good opinion of yourself, but allow the praise for your achievements to come from the lips of others, not from yours.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- In conversations with friends or associates, they're likely to learn more from you than you will from them. Listen hard, and try not to give away too much.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- New complications could arise if you poke your nose into places where you're not invited. This will only alienate you from others.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Trying to be all things to all people won't get you the kind of approval you're seeking. If you want people to like you, just be yourself.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- All a bad attitude will do is cause you to be self-defeating and greatly lessen your chances for success in any form. Don't look for goblins behind every door.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It might prove wise to look gift horses in the mouth. Something tantalizing but worthless is likely to be on offer -- all it's meant to do is lure you into giving up your hard-earned money.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- To appease another, you might agree to do something that would serve that person's best interest, not yours. Once you say yes, you'll be held to your word.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Have some common sense when it comes to health issues. Don't eat or drink too much of anything that your system doesn't handle well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Unless you keep unruly whims in check, you're apt to do something silly that you would greatly regret. Trade on your strengths, not on your weaknesses.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Unfortunately, when seeking advice, you are likely to go to persons who will tell you what you want to hear instead of the truth. It's useless to select those who won't level with you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't use flattery on someone who truly doesn't deserve it. Insincerity would lessen the worth of your words to others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You had better put your blinders on if you find yourself browsing in stores that carry merchandise you can't afford. Your sales resistance is likely to be extremely low.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Allowing self-doubts to dominate your thinking could severely impede your progress. Either have more confidence in yourself or bluff your way through things.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Any problems you experience are likely to be of your own making. If you find yourself getting caught in a tight squeeze, it'll probably be due to a sin of omission.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- When doing business with someone new, be on guard even if the other party has been recommended by a friend. It's smart to take some time to judge this person's character before jumping in with both feet.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Your image could be fragile, so it wouldn't be surprising to find adversaries looking for chinks in your armor. Be extra careful when around those who might be envious.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's good to be optimistic about a joint endeavor that you're considering, but keep your expectations reasonable and realistic. Don't get carried away by pie-in-the-sky prognostications.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You could badly need some information from others today, so it pays to be a good listener at all times. This is especially so when in the presence of someone who gets around.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- When your intentions are in proportion to your abilities, success is likely to follow. Don't place demands on yourself that you're not experienced enough to fulfill.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll have what it takes to be a good organizer. You'll not only know what to do and how to do it effectively, but you'll be smart enough to know which person should handle each task.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Small details could take on unusual significance, particularly when it comes to domestic matters. Be sure that each person involved in a project pays appropriate attention to every tiny part.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Keep in mind that friends warmly welcome company when a person's visit is brief. Remember this rule and follow it when putting in a personal appearance or even talking on the telephone.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A small but significantly profitable development could open up, in conjunction with an ongoing matter. However, first you must recognize it and then be clever enough to carry it off.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be sure to devote some time to a recreational activity that you thoroughly enjoy. Getting away from everyday happenings will refresh your outlook and make you more industrious.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you're hoping to gather some information about a matter that's none of your business but that you're curious about, it'll pay to ask indirect questions. Subtlety will pay off.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Quality, not quantity, is what you should look for in your companions. Being with a comfortable, compatible pal will be more enjoyable than hanging out with a large group.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you need to make a choice between profit and accomplishment, you'd be smart to choose the latter. Self-esteem has greater value than gold.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- One of your greatest assets is your ability to effectively communicate with others regarding difficult subjects. You'll be good at disseminating information and retaining it.