ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You must use care today when dealing with those who don’t know you well, as you risk being misunderstood when you project the wrong energy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are ready to begin something new, but you must take it slow at first. Don’t simply jump in and expect luck to keep you afloat.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An instinctive response to what happens today may actually get you into more hot water than expected. Shape what you say and do ahead of time.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A little silliness goes a long way today, and your sense of fun can prove contagious, resulting in a good time for all who may expect otherwise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have a unique way of addressing certain situations, and today you may be sought after to deal with something that arises out of the blue.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may be looking for a worthy cause to throw your support to -- and today you’re likely to find it in the most unlikely of places.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- A promise made is a promise kept as far as you are concerned, and you must make this very clear to someone who may play fast and loose.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to avoid someone for a time today until you feel you are ready to deal with the issue you know they’ll surely introduce.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You have more choices today than you think, though only one may be truly viable. You have some time to determine what can work for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone is likely to raise your spirits today merely by fulfilling your expectations in little ways. Be available for some fun.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- This is not the best day for trying something new, but if you are compelled to do so, you are better off involving a friend or two for safety’s sake.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can afford to be a little more charitable with those who are clinging to you for support. You know the ropes better than they do.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The sooner you have the chance to go to bat for someone else, the sooner those in charge will recognize your capabilities. Be ready!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You may have to quit something you actually quite enjoy in order to focus on something that can yield more gains but is much less fun.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Something new is about to begin that will help you restore some of the luster that you think is somewhat missing in your professional affairs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You will have more than one reason to do what others tell you not to do today -- but leave yourself an escape route in case you need it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don’t waste time today trying to work with those who simply cannot make decisions as quickly as you can. A fast pace is essential at this time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A former glory is worth pursuing again -- if you dare! There will be many challenges involved that require increased inner strength.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be resolved to do this, that or the other thing today despite opposition, but be sure you’re not merely being contrary and stubborn.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You should be able to settle into a comfortable new routine today and lay the groundwork for a major new success. Your plans are solid.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You must seek out those with whom you wish to work today -- and don’t be fooled by those whose luster is only skin-deep.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may be ready to start something new today, but a friend or partner is likely to hold back until you can be more persuasive.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Success today is likely to depend upon your ability to double up and keep a great many balls in the air at any one time. It’ll be a breeze!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You want nothing but the best around you today to make your efforts pay off as handsomely as possible. Be ready to pay a pretty penny.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You enjoy making things easier for those around you, but today you’ll have good reason to focus more squarely on yourself -- day and night.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your productivity is on the rise, but you’ve got to channel it through the proper specific activities and tasks to make the most of it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Time is a valuable resource that you must use wisely today if you’re going to continue making the progress you’re used to -- and need to make!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You mustn’t depend on that which is uncertain today, but you can work toward it and enjoy it when it comes to pass. Your luck’s increasing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- What you do for another is likely to come back to you before day’s end and improve on something that you didn’t think needed improvement at all.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A challenge comes your way today that may have you doubting your readiness to meet it -- but that’s only insecurity rearing its nasty head, yes?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You should be able to cobble together quite a success today, despite not being in the best position or having the help you think you need.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- What seems like a sham to you upon first viewing may be worth a second, for you’re likely missing something that someone else already knows.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Competition is likely to heat up today between two factions whose skills are comparable. Which side will you join when the time comes?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can keep your feelings to yourself today and preserve a sense of mystery -- or you can share and end this phase.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You must factor in all that is going on around you today before you make a decision that will inform much that happens tomorrow.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Take an intellectual approach today and you’ll miss much of the emotional punch of a certain situation -- and that may never be repeated.