ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You'll have the chance to breathe more easily after you tend to a situation you've been avoiding for far too long. (April 5-April 19) -- You may find yourself bouncing between two very different activities throughout the week. What do you really want to do?

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can keep a situation from becoming too volatile, or even dangerous, simply by speaking the truth when the truth is required. (May 6-May 20) -- It's a good week for you to focus on internal affairs, either at home or at work -- or, perhaps, both.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You have what it takes to put another's mind at ease about something significant this week -- and that in itself is just as significant. (June 7-June 20) -- You may not understand just what is going on around you, or why -- but you appreciate its impact, surely.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may find yourself supporting someone from the shadows, offering sound pieces of advice just when they are most needed. (July 8-July 22) -- It will be gratifying to see just how far someone is able to take your advice when applying it to him or herself this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You fear being overshadowed, but that's not likely to happen this week. Go about your business without getting in your own way! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your confidence is slipping a bit, but it needn't cause you to lose ground -- if you simply hang on to what you have.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You are interested in another's affairs, but take care you do not become intrusive! Why not just observe from a distance? (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Lines of communication must remain open this week, especially when sensitive issues arise.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You can pick up some slack for someone who has found him or herself completely overwhelmed. Such help will go a long way. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may be trying to get back in the swing of things this week -- but unseen forces work against you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You should be able to put down a rebellion of sorts that starts at home. Your ideas, ultimately, are the most viable. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- What begins slowly, and in the shadows, is likely to require a great deal of your attention later in the week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll want to tell the truth this week, but you may have trouble finding anyone who really wants to hear it. Don't give up easily! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You are interested in working closely with others, but you must formulate a concrete plan.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll find yourself ruled by emotions that cannot be easily controlled. You may feel pushed in many directions. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- After a period of uncertainty, you seem to know just what is necessary -- but getting it done may prove problematic.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Your own agenda may have to be shelved for a time as you rush to the aid of someone whose endeavors are more far-reaching. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- What begins as something quite casual gets much more serious as the week progresses. Hang on to your hat!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may have to work hard to avoid being sidetracked; many things are vying for your attention, but only a few are worthy. (March 6-March 20) -- You may think you have a great deal of time this week, but you're racing against the clock.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Take the time to carefully and honestly assess your feelings about an opportunity that you know is fast approaching. Does it really speak to you? (April 5-April 19) -- Others may not understand just how you are able to do what you do -- but you can demonstrate once more that you are an expert in your field.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may have to work very quickly this week to assemble the right team for the job that lies ahead. The group dynamic is perhaps more important than anyone's expertise. (May 6-May 20) -- Trouble may be brewing on the home front, but not for the reasons you may expect. It's time to circle the wagons, perhaps.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may find yourself drawn to a certain group of people who display many characteristics that you have always found irresistible. They're likely to welcome you with open arms. (June 7-June 20) -- Don't let your own presumptions stand in your way this week; an open mind makes you available for all manner of new opportunities.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- The mess made by another can be cleaned up rather quickly if you are put in charge; indeed, when all is said and done, no one may know anything untoward ever happened. (July 8-July 22) -- You're sitting pretty this week, though it doesn't mean that the workload will be any less. Rewards, however, should be considerable.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Style and substance can be combined this week as you strive for something that others before you had only dreamed about. You can reach your goal ahead of schedule. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Someone in authority is likely to recognize that you are no flash in the pan; he or she offers you a deal.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Quality and quantity must both be considered carefully as you begin to stock up for something big that is just around the corner. Don't skimp! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may not understand what is driving another, but you can surely offer your support and do much to help make his or her dream come true.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You will want to keep your eye on the clock throughout the week; scheduling is perhaps more important right now than it has been for quite a while. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Give yourself a break today, and don't let others drive you to the point of frustration -- or, worse, to the point of calling it quits.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- It's a good week to call in favors from those who have benefited from your own involvement in the past. Be sure everyone knows what his or her job really is. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may find yourself on a strange kind of "seek and destroy" mission this week -- but remember, ultimately it's all in fun!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be the beneficiary of another's generosity this week -- and this, in turn, may speed up your development in a certain key area. You're ready to rock! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- A conflict develops between you and one who thinks he or she is a suitable candidate for a job you really want.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Those in charge may not understand just what is required this week -- but you can settle any disputes by putting the job ahead of your own personal feelings. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- A rendezvous of sorts gives you the opportunity to analyze how you feel about a situation you had only a small part in creating.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- What goes on around you this week may reach the level of controlled chaos unless you are able to exert a strong influence. Approach this from the top! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Someone who is calling the shots this week doesn't understand the psychological elements involved -- as you most certainly do.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You're likely to be asked more than once if you are planning to step forward and take control of something that only recently has lost its leader. (March 6-March 20) -- It's a good week to stay out of the spotlight if you can; others will be far more eager than you to attract such attention and scrutiny.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may be afraid that changing course right now will only serve to make certain problems more pervasive -- but the opposite may be true. (April 5-April 19) -- You have been denying someone the chance to explore something fully. Change your tune -- and share the adventure.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll have the chance to strike out in a new direction, as many will -- but you have more confidence than most at this time. (May 6-May 20) -- A common danger is defused when you take a stand against something that goes very much against the grain.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- What is being asked of you by those in charge this week isn't likely to sit well with you. You can object -- but you must do so rationally. (June 7-June 20) -- Don't let your critics keep you from pursuing your heart's desire in the way that pays off for you again and again.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Generosity can pay off far more handsomely this week than you may think. Give someone in your care the chance to shine on his or her own. (July 8-July 22) -- The powers that be may be demanding that you work at a pace you're not used to -- but you can make an adjustment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You are tempted to throw caution to the wind this week -- and indeed, such audacity may well be favored and rewarded in the end. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You can avoid a major conflict by recognizing that many differences are simply a matter of personal taste.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may find yourself beguiled by what seemed, at first, to be only mundane. There is a certain magic in the air. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You know that something is coming, certainly, and you will know just how to prepare for its arrival.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Your active imagination can give rise to all sorts of ideas, from the practical to the far-fetched -- but the more wild the notion, the better! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You needn't be afraid of that which you cannot see around the next corner. Fun is brewing!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Established notions may be challenged this week. You'll have reason to share your most controversial opinions with others. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Novelty is likely to wear off quickly, so you'd better be ready to appreciate the old and familiar.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Personal difficulties can be minimized this week, just in time for you to go after a rare professional opportunity. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- What lies behind that door you are tempted to open may surprise you -- but that's no reason not to open it!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll feel very comfortable around those whose experience and expertise you admire. You have much to offer. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You're interested in knowing just what makes someone near you tick -- but avoid overt prying!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- What you are afraid might seem like an intrusion actually begins a personal journey this week that can bring you measurable gains. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't think that everything is precisely what you think it is; indeed, that which is disguised is quite valuable.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Others may not be so sure that your ideology is for them, but they are willing to listen. What you say carries a lot of weight. (March 6-March 20) -- You may not know just where you are headed until you get there. Keep your eyes open at all times!