The coming week will tempt many with options that promise more of everything desired, but what is most on display is greater freedom. It is an alluring, tempting prize, one that holds many in its thrall, yet it is also one that can prove more false than any other when all is said and done; much greater care must therefore be taken by anyone who actively pursues it. There are some, of course, who simply don't understand what real freedom is or what it requires of an individual -- and yes, it certainly requires much! Those, however, who do understand that great responsibility accompanies greater freedom are sure to enjoy the greatest potential.
Comparisons abound, and it will be difficult for everyone to look at themselves without trying to determine how they stack up against the competition. But it is best to avoid any such mind games, for they can only serve to steer you in the wrong direction in most cases.
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- There are some minor troubles for you on the horizon, but nothing you cannot handle with aplomb. Don't procrastinate. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll be reminded of a cause that you once supported wholeheartedly. You may soon find yourself back in the fight.
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be contacted by someone whose intentions are similar to your own, but beware of those aspects that are different. (May 6-May 20) -- You're waiting to hear back from someone whose coming decision will affect you for some time to come. Don't let yourself become impatient.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Practical concerns take precedence over anything else; your dreams may well come true, but only if you remain grounded. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll have good reason to thank someone who taught you much in times past. A key issue can be addressed.
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can finish the week undefeated, but only if you proceed with caution, according to the plan you've woven bit by bit. (July 8-July 22) -- You may object to what you are asked to do, but not the reasons you are given for doing it. Follow your heart.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- The receipt of a message early in the week motivates you to do something you have been waiting for the right time to do. That time is now. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself waiting around longer than usual for the instructions you know are coming.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You know what you want, but you may not know how to get it -- or how to proceed in the right direction. Listen to someone who's been there. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Your strategy is a sound one, but there are still a few pieces to put into place before you implement it.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have to incur quite a risk in order to place yourself in an advantageous position at the perfect moment. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Your service to another will be recognized, and you'll receive just the kind of payment you have been hoping for.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have little time to accomplish all that you have in mind, but the first step is to win over someone who has been a critic in the past. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You're likely to get word of a plot of sorts that someone is working. Do you want to get on board, or go your own direction?
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may feel as though circumstances are preventing you from doing what you most want to do. Is it a hidden fear at work? (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to keep careful track of facts and figures -- particularly as things change and begin to affect you directly.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may gather important information from the dreams you have. Some, however, will be plainly illusory, so use care! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- In your efforts to gain supremacy over another, you may have to engage in deception, but take care not to deceive yourself!
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- It's important for you to know what others have been up to lately, but you mustn't do anything illicit to find out! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll receive counsel from someone who has been in your shoes in the past. You must decide if he or she can be trusted.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You are likely to grow tired of having to figure things out all week long. In the end, however, you'll benefit in unimagined ways. (March 6-March 20) -- You're going to have to be patient and see how things turn out before you can rise to a position of prominence.