ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may be experiencing a slowdown that is the product of your own uncertainty. There is no cause for such feelings, however. (April 5-April 19) -- You are waiting for the chance to prove yourself, and it will come before the week is out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll have the chance to be honest about something others are unwilling to discuss openly. Your leadership frees everyone up. (May 6-May 20) -- There are certain burdens that you needn't bear, and this is the perfect week to free yourself of them.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You should be flying high by the end of the week, thanks to an unobstructed flow of information combined with an unusual opportunity. (June 7-June 20) -- You may have thought you would have to go without, but you'll find that such is not the case!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- The fact that you feel "behind the 8-ball" has your stress level rising, but you can do much to alleviate the situation. (July 8-July 22) -- You may discover that adopting another's methods can work wonders for you, both personally and professionally.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- It's a good time to reach out to someone who has been missing you. You know that things cannot be as they were, but they can still be very good! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You are feeling desperate for a certain kind of interaction that you know will have an important psychological effect.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can prove to one and all that you are not simply full of bluster and braggadocio. Your actions speak louder than words! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You will be able to mix business with pleasure, but not everyone will respond favorably to your unusual methods.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You and a co-worker are on the verge of something much more productive together -- and personally enjoyable, too. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- What you've been long awaiting is likely to fall into your lap. Be sure to hang on to it -- now and always!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can do much to ensure harmony on all fronts by opening both your heart and your mind to what others are feeling and thinking. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You'll feel a renewed sense of accomplishment as a result of doing something you've been putting off for too long.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're in need of a little relaxation before you swing into action, but you may find it difficult to switch off. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- There is little to cause you stress, but that doesn't mean you won't be affected by it!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- The pace needn't be quick for you to take advantage of all the opportunities presented to you. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- A gathering of friends provides you with just the chance you need to clear the air about certain key issues.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You know what needs to be done, but picking just the right time for getting it done is the real trick. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may find yourself blamed for something you had nothing to do with, but you're convenient and willing to take it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Others may be looking for a way out while you're looking for a way in. Take care a major traffic jam doesn't develop! (March 6-March 20) -- You have a great deal going for you. Your own attitude is improving, and your vision is clear.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You are likely to find yourself going over facts and figures again and again in order to avoid what others think is inevitable. (April 5-April 19) -- You can avoid exhaustion even as you work longer hours than usual to accomplish necessary goals.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You're likely to respond quickly to reports of unusual developments far from home that affect those around you in noticeable ways. (May 6-May 20) -- You're eager to give someone else what he or she asks for, but things must be done in the proper order.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Since you aren't able to see any way out of a less-than-desirable situation, you're going to have to learn how to turn it to your advantage. (June 7-June 20) -- You may find yourself off course for a time, but with the help of a colleague you can correct the situation.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're going to want to choose the option with the fewest variables, but you simply may not be able to do that at this time. (July 8-July 22) -- Arguing over the best course of action won't lead to a decision; work together with everyone involved.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're looking for the shortest path between two points, but that option may not be available to you; be ready for a rather long journey. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Unusual stress may take its toll; you will want to avoid making any lasting decisions just now.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Someone else may be stealing your thunder, but you are working on a plan that can surely put you back on top. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You will want to keep the lines of communication open throughout the week as you explore territory that may be threatening.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You cannot avoid feeling somehow isolated, but regardless of how you feel, you can still be involved and exert a unique influence. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- What others call idle daydreaming is, to you, a necessary way to shape your thoughts and come up with a viable plan of action.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You know better than anyone what you really need, and also where it is and how to get it -- if there's time. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- A former contingency plan becomes your primary plan of action before this week is over.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be thinking of a worst-case scenario throughout much of the week, but nothing is likely to be that bad. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The hardest thing you may have to do is to get started. Once you do, you should experience smooth sailing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Others are waiting for you to complete one thing so that you can turn your attention to something else. Don't rush yourself. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may have to pick up the pace considerably to accomplish something that should have been merely routine.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may feel stuck by circumstances that are not conducive to feelings of confidence and stability. This should not last long. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may be in need of a little more guidance than usual as you move into territory that is unfamiliar.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may not feel fully qualified for the kinds of responsibilities that will fall to you. Learning will be accelerated. (March 6-March 20) -- You have been spending a great deal of time teaching others to do what you should, by rights, be doing yourself.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may be beguiled by an offer that comes to you from someone who has been on the periphery for some time. (April 5-April 19) -- Something you've wanted for quite a while is likely to be yours before the week is out. Can you handle it?

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Now is a good time to take risks and to strike out in a new direction. What others expect from you can wait, but not forever. (May 6-May 20) -- You may have to bid farewell to something that has long been dear to you. Someone close to you fills the void very soon.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You've been convinced that things are a certain way, but you're likely to find out that you've been misinformed and misguided. (June 7-June 20) -- What happens to you depends in large part on how you position yourself. Are you protected or vulnerable?

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may want to keep someone you know and love from making a serious mistake, but your best bet is to let her come to her own conclusions. (July 8-July 22) -- You've been standing in the way of your own contentment for too long; you can maneuver yourself more effectively.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can expect a conflict to arise that only you can ease, but not before certain things are said and done. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You hear people talking, but you won't be sure what they are really saying until you have more information.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Experimentation can yield exciting results, but take care that you don't drift too far away from what you already know. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Much depends upon your ability to interpret unusual signs and signals today. Others are remaining close by your side.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're trying to promote your own agenda in a manner that may rub some people the wrong way. Are they the people who make a difference? (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You'll want to stay at least one step ahead of the competition at all times; keep your eye on the prize!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You're waiting for a sign that will tell you which way to go, but in fact, you already know which direction is best for you. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your calculations may have been incorrect, leading you down a dangerous path. You can change course!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're going to have to go back to the basics for a time to make sure that you have all your bases covered. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Don't be too quick to say yes to every offer; some may bring with them certain daunting challenges.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Personal difficulties are made worse by keeping them close to the vest; the more you share, the more you can release your own tensions. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- What you have to offer may surprise those who are in need of help. You can get more done than scheduled.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You must be willing to fit into an existing system if you want to score points. You must be willing to let another call the shots. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- There are surprises waiting behind every closed door, but opening them will allow you to even the playing field and gain the advantage.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You are looking for a cure-all of some kind, but, as you know, such a thing doesn't exist. Instead, try a new internal process. (March 6-March 20) -- You have been given an opportunity to help out, but you may be asked to step out of your comfort zone, too!