ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may have your routine shaken somewhat today by someone else who is unable to work in a cooperative fashion with you. (April 5-April 19) -- You and a rival may find yourself racing for an open door this week -- and to your surprise, you can both make it through together!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Focus on what you are doing, not on what you look like doing it. Substance is far more important than appearances at this time. (May 6-May 20) -- You mustn't let someone else get the advantage over you this week merely because he or she is willing to say certain things.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You have the power to control much more than you think -- and this week you can wield that power in a way that benefits others as well as yourself. (June 7-June 20) -- You're waiting for someone else to deliver the goods -- but in the meantime, you can surely use what you have to your advantage.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll be watched this week, and those around you can surely learn a thing or two from the way you do what you know how to do so well. (July 8-July 22) -- You may come under some unexpected scrutiny this week, but only because there are those who don't understand your motives yet.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You must be ready to make adjustments on the spot this week, without any prior thought or preparation. Flexibility is the key. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You know what's around the corner, and a part of you is eager for it to come, while another part wants to avoid it altogether.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You will have the benefit of a deep comprehension of issues this week -- even though you may not participate directly in key affairs. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A friend or loved one comes to you with a complaint that only you know how to address appropriately.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Others aren't likely to appreciate the position you are in, or the responsibilities you must bear, this week. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may not like what you have to do this week, but do it you must -- and in as little time as possible. Don't delay!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may be quite sensitive to criticism this week, even that which is meant to be positive and productive. Keep your emotions in check. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may have to bow out of an endeavor that had you raring to go. The reasons are personal, and not to be widely shared.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You know how to do many things better than most, and this week your special skills will surely come in handy in a variety of scenarios. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll want to stay close to home throughout the week, making yourself available to those who have messages to deliver.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You must be willing to get to work each and every day as early as possible, for you have much to do -- many people are counting on you. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can use your personal style to your advantage this week. Those around you appreciate what you're able to get done.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll be able to further your own agenda this week even while working in support of another's. You have many irons in the fire. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll want to lie low for a while this week, assessing situations as they develop. By no means should you jump the gun!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You can get far simply by progressing at a constant pace, and you will surely arrive at one that you can maintain for quite a while. (March 6-March 20) -- You mustn't come across as aggressive or combative in any way this week; assume a quiet, sensitive demeanor.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You have questions, and someone close to you may have the answers. Now, how can the two of you come together this week? (April 5-April 19) -- The problems facing you may seem rather complicated, but they can be solved by one simple adjustment to schedule or strategy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You're in the mood to learn something new this week -- and there are opportunities to explore many diverse topics. Which is calling to you? (May 6-May 20) -- Now is no time to complain about what comes your way; know that you are getting more than many others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may be going back and forth this week between two ideological extremes. Progress may be quite slow as a result. (June 7-June 20) -- You have a surprise up your sleeve, and this week you'll have the chance to reveal it and get a very big reaction!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may be asked to do something that requires you to explore a secret side of your own personality. A friend holds the key. (July 8-July 22) -- Someone you have worked with is able to propel you forward, but ultimately you must accept the fact that you're on your own.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You don't know when your next big opportunity will arise, or where it will come from, so what you do this week will matter a great deal. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Someone may be trying to pass off a simple truth as great wisdom -- but you have his or her number!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may be concerned with your own health or stamina this week -- and they are surely related. What have you been denying yourself lately? (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- It's a good week for pursuing a goal with renewed vigor. Your dedication can prove inspiring to others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Your critics may remain quite vocal about what you are doing, but this week they are almost certain to admire how you are doing it. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You will want to let a loved one know what you are planning, so he or she can either help or stay out of your way.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- The opportunity that presents itself to you this week may require you to communicate more fully with others every day. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be aware of certain risks every step of the way this week, but you can avoid them if you keep the pace under control.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're heading down a path that is fraught with certain dangers of a personal nature, but a loved one is willing to help as needed. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You must let a partner know if you are intending to change course this week -- for any reason.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may find yourself searching your own past for signs that what is coming is right for you -- and, indeed, it very likely is! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You want something more from the kinds of opportunities you've been exploring lately. Try taking a different approach.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You have come to the end of one important phase just as another is about to begin. You have this week, and this week only, to regroup. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You're not going to want to pull any punches this week; what you do, you must do all the way!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You are likely to have a chance to join the big leagues -- though not in the capacity you had expected. More is asked of you. (March 6-March 20) -- When all is said and done, you'll be in a position that allows you to understand more than those around you.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Quality is what counts at this time, and you may have to wage battle with those who are far more interested in quantity. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll receive a welcome reminder that you are not as far from those who really matter as you might have thought.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be scouting the terrain for previously unrecognized obstacles -- but only by forging ahead can you really know what's out there. (May 6-May 20) -- Now is no time to think of yourself as an outsider; you are as much a part of things as anyone!

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may feel as though you have more to prove this week than most others -- and indeed, you may have some ground to make up at this time. (June 7-June 20) -- You can give someone some much-needed comfort this week, and enable him or her to rise above a nasty situation.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- The information you seek is at your fingertips -- all you have to do is trust in the tools you have to work with at this time. (July 8-July 22) -- You may not be entirely in sync with those who are striving to accomplish something rare -- but direct conflict should be minimal.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're likely to be recognized for your work this week, but not in the way you had imagined. Other surprises come your way as well. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may feel as though you are sitting squarely behind the eight-ball, but in fact you do have wiggle room.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can put a clever spin on things this week without calling too much attention to yourself. When in doubt, focus on the end result. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Someone in charge may object to the way you do things, but they certainly cannot object to the results!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may require the assistance of someone who is not used to helping out -- but the right words can surely be persuasive. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may not think that you're in the right place at the right time, but what happens may prove that you are.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Your usually vivid imagination may fail you this week, making it difficult to see where you are actually heading. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You'll realize a thing or two about a close friend that affects how you launch a new and exciting project.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be facing a situation that requires you to spend much more money than you had anticipated. It's time to put a budget on paper. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can score more than one important "first" this week, and others are sure to take notice.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You're likely to uncover an important lead today that allows you to make headway at an increased pace. Don't get carried away, however! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Though you are nominally in charge today, you'll want to give those doing the work a good deal of freedom.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may be operating under a mistaken notion this week that keeps you from fulfilling your true potential. It's time to shake off any bad feelings! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- It's a good week for reaffirming your commitment to a project or cause. Soon you'll be able to make real headway.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Working things out to your advantage this week is likely to take some juggling -- of time and resources. Don't let the blues sink in! (March 6-March 20) -- The sooner you start chipping away at the week's responsibilities, the better. Don't waste time!