ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- A great many people may be telling you what you want, but you'll have a chance to respond with a declaration of your own. (April 5-April 19) -- You can rise above the confusion and formulate a plan that puts you in the driver's seat.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Others may be wondering why you put yourself in the same vulnerable position again and again, but you get a certain rush as a result. (May 6-May 20) -- You can accomplish something quite rare, but whether you are to be rewarded for it remains uncertain for now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- An early start gives you the advantage for a while, but you must be able to maintain concentrated hard work all week long. (June 7-June 20) -- You may feel that you are not being appreciated either at home or at the workplace, but it's a self-made situation.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- The more you give to others, the more you will receive in return -- or at least that's the expectation. The reality may surprise you. (July 8-July 22) -- You're in need of a little assistance as you face a situation that challenges you in a new way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can embody a kind of youthful energy and exuberance that places you head and shoulders above the rest of the crowd. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You know how to get the job done, but you may be resistant to the kinds of instructions you are receiving.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You are in a position that requires a great deal of instinct and flexibility at this time. Put the emphasis on personal endeavors. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may have been in a slump lately, but this week you should be able to demonstrate a new effectiveness.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may not have much patience with those who think they have the answers. Instinct tells you that things are more complicated. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may find yourself facing your most formidable opponent, but you can come out on top.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Some would argue that you are ill-prepared for what lies ahead, but it's not yet time to make that judgment once and for all. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your effectiveness will depend, in large part, upon your ability to maintain the momentum you establish.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're at a turning point of sorts, and you must consider all your options before heading off in a new direction. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may be harboring anger that begins to hold you back; you must release any and all such negative emotions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may wish you had never signed on to a certain project, but that kind of thinking won't help you. Focus on the job! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be in charge of something that must be finished this week, no matter how "behind" you may feel.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may encounter an agent of change who has you considering an option that only yesterday would have been unthinkable. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A loved one is poised to do for you what you have done for another in the past. Enjoy the help!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may not be able to see obstacles clearly until you are upon them, so you must be ready to act at a moment's notice. (March 6-March 20) -- A personal relationship may begin to suffer as a result of overwork this week. You can avoid disaster.

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.