The coming week is likely to require a great deal of solitary effort and striving for excellence in almost all areas. At the same time, it is likely to demand a commitment to collaboration and cooperation, as that solo work will serve as a contribution to what can amount to an important group accomplishment. As they say, "a chain is only as strong as its weakest link" -- this week is likely to prove the truth of the adage. It is also true that no one will want to be the weakest link, and there will be strong motivations for each person to do his or her best and to collaborate willingly and effectively.
All manner of work will be required, but there will be a creative element to almost everything that is done; those who are not willing or able to embrace that side of themselves are sure to have a hard time of it. This week it may well be true that everyone is, to some degree, an artist.
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You're nearing an important junction of need and desire. You'll have to sort out a few important psychological and emotional issues. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll be remembered for much that you do this week, especially when you are given the chance for a solo effort.
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may not be able to avoid bending the rules just a bit, but take care you do not break them outright. Punishment may be harsh. (May 6-May 20) -- You'll be looking through a window to the past throughout much of the week; are the lessons you're learning really hitting home?
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- One "swing and a miss" mustn't be cause for discouragement; remember what you are supposed to do, and keep trying to do it. (June 7-June 20) -- You may be more colorful than usual. Others will comment on your ability to remain in the best of spirits.
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You will feel compelled to go over things in your head again and again throughout the week to be sure that all your ducks are in a row. (July 8-July 22) -- Others may think that you're heading for disaster, but you can surely prove them wrong!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- What appears before you as an obstacle is really something that can give you a needed boost -- if you know how to use it correctly. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may feel as though your responsibilities are piling up at an unusual pace; you're in need of some time off.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- A whimsical trip down memory lane turns a bit dark as you encounter one or two ghosts who have you digging deeper than expected. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- There's no question in anyone's mind why you are in the position you are in -- but you have yet to understand it fully.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You can gather forces together and beat the odds by doing what your rivals think cannot be done. Your reputation soars. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- The timing may not be quite right, but your instincts tell you not to pass up a certain opportunity.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- A slow start to the week mustn't get you down; be patient, and know that things will pick up as soon as everyone is in the game. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You're likely to be noticed for something you do that no one else can do in quite the same way. Your star is ascending.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may not be in the mood for the kind of social politicking that will go on all week long, even though you can prove quite adept at it! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- While you don't like doing or saying anything that doesn't come naturally, you may have to break that rule.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You're nearing the end of a personal cycle, and you will want to prove that you're able to transition to the next easily and seamlessly. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You'll have reason to remember the adage: "If you want something done right, do it yourself!"
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Focus on the finer points of a certain task; indeed, the position you fill will tell others a great deal. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may not understand everything about the duties assigned to you, but you should be able to get things done on time and in style.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Trust your instincts, and the week can be a triumph; forget what has gotten you where you are so far, and you're likely to fall short. (March 6-March 20) -- Not everyone is watching you, but you may still feel very much the center of attention.