ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't be surprised if you are unusually focused on your material interests. Even when you're just having some fun, it's likely to have something to do with money.

TAURUS (April 20- May 20) -- You'll have no trouble asserting yourself in any kind of situation that calls for it, but you won't go so far as to push others around to get your way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You might find it necessary to make a small but significant sacrifice for a loved one. Don't make a big deal out of it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You should concentrate on your latest interest, because that's where you're likely to make your greatest strides. It won't hurt to put your other hobbies on the back burner.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you're properly motivated, you can make some outstanding achievements. If you just coast along, however, you'll actually lose ground.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Try to find time to spend with friends who share your philosophical beliefs. You can help one another to think bigger and better.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Your ability to uncover things that others are trying to keep hidden is unusually keen. Now is the time to investigate a work matter that hasn't seemed right to you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- One-on-one relationships will require grace and tact. To appease a certain individual, you might have to make a few concessions that you normally would balk at.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don't think your self-esteem won't suffer if you fritter your time away. Many of your friends might get away with being unproductive, but you won't.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A group project will fare better if you take a leadership role. The current commander might not be as talented as you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You are presently in an excellent cycle, so don't waste this day. Visualize the results you want and work for them with all your might.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If you find yourself a bit restless, either mentally or physically, check out new project that has aroused your curiosity. It might be just what you're looking for.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't take anything at face value, especially financial matters. There could be hidden benefits as well as hidden pitfalls. Pay close attention to detail.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A willingness to cooperate and a desire to do what's best for all will ease many of the day's confrontations. Do more giving than taking.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll be more alert to opportunities and nuances in the morning than in the afternoon. As you tire, you could easily start to miss things.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your methods could be quite imaginative and innovative today. Don't let associates who cannot match your thinking shut you down.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you put too much emphasis on your own interests, expect to meet with resistance from others. Conversely, when you are considerate of other people, good things can happen.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Be extremely careful of your words when talking to a sensitive friend. What you think is merely a harmless comment could be construed as offensive.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A project might require more resources than you have at your disposal. To be on the safe side, have someone at your side, ready to help out.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Even though you usually are a cooperative person, today you might not be a team player. Remember, when you make things tough on others, you make things tough on yourself as well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you want to have a productive day, you must follow a realistic plan. If you don't, all of your time will be spent cleaning up messes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- There isn't likely to be anything wrong with the way you think, but you might have to compromise to placate another.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Some lucky developments are a strong possibility. However, unless you're willing to share the benefits with others, you could end up feeling dismal.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Most of your affairs will turn out favorably, with one exception. There is a possibility you might repeat an error in judgment that you've made before. Live and learn.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll be thinking clearly today, and you shouldn't have any trouble making some big accomplishments. This is a good time to focus on meaningful goals.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you deal with your subordinates in a thoughtful manner, you should have a pretty easy row to hoe. With solid teamwork behind you, you'll go far.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- By thinking things through to their conclusions, you will gain a sense of security. This will allow you to make your moves with confidence.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When you and your mate have a common objective, the probability of achieving it are excellent. The secret is to work together in harmony.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A promising trend is taking place, so you should be alert for opportunities. One could be especially significant to your financial situation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Your popularity is ascending, producing benefits of a tangible and intangible nature. Try to take advantage of everything.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You have a marvelous knack of bringing out the best in colleagues. You will inspire the insecure and engender success wherever you go.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There is plenty of justification for your optimism about a big project. You have the ability to pull it off, and Lady Luck might give you a boost as well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Although a financial opportunity might not look good at first glance, on closer study you could find the chances for growth to be quite substantial.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Because you recently were considerate enough to look out for another person's interest, he or she will make every effort to return the favor.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- The rewards you seek will be more gratifying if you deal with persons who possess a traditional outlook rather than with those who are too progressive or avant-garde.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You could get involved in a development that will require some serious effort on your part. Find a way to turn it around and you'll gain some important supporters.