ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be at the helm of something today that requires far more hands-on control than you had anticipated. It may be time to solicit help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You cannot avoid the unavoidable, of course, but today you can shape your responses to ensure that something bad is not repeated.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's time to let someone know just how grateful you are for a favor you received when things looked quite bleak. Don't wait any longer!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's time for a change perhaps, and you know just where to implement one that will benefit you long after the initial thrill has subsided.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You want to test a new theory today, but take care you don't do anything that is too far from what others are expecting. Know your limits.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- While appearances can indeed be deceiving, you know how powerful they can be -- especially when you're trying to be effectively persuasive.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Before finding yourself embroiled in a conflict with someone you don’t know, you’d better be sure you have all pertinent facts at the ready.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may have to wait longer than expected today for things to happen that will justify the response you've already planned.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- To keep mind, body and spirit carefully in balance today you'll want to avoid anything that can pull you out of your sweet spot.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If it doesn't feel right, don't do it -- that's your motto for the day. Indeed, such a philosophy can save you unnecessary trouble!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You may be surprised by what comes at you today, but you mustn't let that surprise keep you from reacting in a manner that can save the day!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Once you receive even a little information today, you're going to want a lot more -- and once you have that, you'll soon be off and running.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- An issue brought to your attention early in the day can be resolved before nightfall if you're willing to set other concerns aside for a time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- An idea cobbled together by more than one person may actually prove quite effective when implemented today. Be sure you're part of the team!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Dealing with others effectively today requires a certain brand of confidence, and no one needs to know that you're faking it!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You may soon become somewhat obsessed with an issue you can do nothing about, and it'll soon get in your way if you don't shrug it off.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Take care that you're not drawn into a situation today that can prove dangerous to you tomorrow. Are you able to anticipate such hazards?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may discover that a rule you recently put in place has no real bearing on the situation you were trying to control. Try something else.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- More time must be devoted to key activities because of peripheral complications today. You can't ignore what's going on around you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You cannot control the reactions that others may have to what you say or do today, but you can and must make certain guarantees to some.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not be able to do much today until someone else clears a path for you and gets out of your way. Don't try to force such actions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can combine luck and timing today to maximize your chances of success -- especially after adjusting your position ever so slightly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- A partner never needs to know what is really inspiring you today -- so be sure to keep that to yourself! Focus on what really works for you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You know what the rules are and why they've been put in place, but that doesn't guarantee that you'll inspire others to follow them.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It'll be very important for you to shape how you think and act to suit the situations you encounter today. Don't be stubborn!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Being true to yourself, your ideals and your intentions will be all-important today -- to you and everyone else who is counting on you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your confidence is on the rise, and you'll be inspired to do something new to increase your chances of success today -- and tomorrow too.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your compatriots are likely to be loyal to you today even in a situation that reveals your unique vulnerabilities. That's what counts!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Those who are following you will do so today without question, and you must treat them carefully and respect their wishes as firmly as your own.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may not come in first today, but you can surely make a strong showing. In the days to come you can surely improve your overall standing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You mustn’t be afraid of sharing your opinions with others today, even if what you say is going to go against the grain. Speak up proudly!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You needn't keep your feelings to yourself today. Share with those who you are confident will give you the support you need right now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- What you don't know can hurt you, so be sure to reach out to someone who can give you the information you are currently lacking.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You are getting involved in a situation that would, in the past, have had you running for cover -- but today you can face it head-on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Some may say that you are the cause of some unpleasantness that's almost certain to arise today, but this is not true. Stand your ground.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can speed up your own personal progress today without affecting someone else's in the least. Indeed, your efforts may well be intertwined.