ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Take a good, long look around you as the week opens, and it will seem as though an effective plan will simply materialize. (April 5-April 19) -- You may feel as if you've had to take on more than you bargained for, but indeed, you're the best one for the job!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can prove much to yourself and to others. Take care that hidden desires don't actually start to derail your efforts. (May 6-May 20) -- Are you in the right position? Do you have the right tools at the ready? Preparation is the key to almost everything.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- How you present your ideas to others will make all the difference. You don't want to leave anything to chance. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll feel very much as though you are part of things. You are the only one who may, at some point, get in your own way.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You don't want to play the role of the prodigal son (or daughter). Make sure you are taking all of your responsibilities very seriously. (July 8-July 22) -- Taking care of others begins with taking care of yourself. You can do a better job of this, surely.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You'll recognize the onset of an important phase, though you may not be aware of the details just yet. Ride the wave. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You are gravitating toward one who recognizes something in you that others do not. Something transformative is happening.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You must approach everything in an order that makes sense to you -- it may not be chronological. Your priorities will show the way. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- What is revealed to you will make a big difference as you attempt to define yourself all over again.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may receive an offer that is worth some serious consideration. The decision you make will require certain sacrifices. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're promoting yourself well, but you can afford to be a bit more aggressive in getting your name out there.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Give yourself more credit; the more you feel you've accomplished in the past, the more you'll be able to accomplish now. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your instincts are keen; if others are willing to follow you, they will enjoy unexpected profit -- and pleasure, too.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You want to give another what he or she has been asking for, but you must be sure that you are not misinterpreting anything. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The rules of the game are quite simple; it's the subtleties in approach that will get you a win.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may be confused by the kinds of things that have been crossing your mind. See if you can't pinpoint a realistic cause. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may receive a clear message that is not entirely intended for you, but which makes a great deal of sense.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You've forgotten, perhaps, the No. 1 principle that guides your affairs. This week is all about getting yourself back on track. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may not be feeling quite like yourself as the week opens, but you'll gain ground and feel better a few days in.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Rhythms of the world around you may seem to be working against you, but in fact it's you who are need of subtle adjustment. (March 6-March 20) -- You're eager to touch base once more with someone who keeps you grounded. You'll welcome a reunion.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- That which was bad may be transformed into something good, and the opposite is not likely to happen. (April 5-April 19) -- You seem to know what another is up to, yet you still might be surprised -- in a good way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll enjoy seeing things through a new lens. What happens as a result can be long remembered -- and built upon, too. (May 6-May 20) -- You will almost certainly feel as though that one particular burden has been lifted from your shoulders.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You don't want to wait to do that which must be completed before the week is out. Get it done as soon as possible, and consider it a triumph. (June 7-June 20) -- An adventure unfolds, requiring you to do certain things that you didn't think would come naturally.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll have the strangest feeling that you're doing something you've done before -- in fact, the entire week could seem "recycled" in some way. (July 8-July 22) -- The more critical you are of others, the more criticism you will, in turn, attract. There's no need to be that way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may receive kind words from one who is in a position to ask something from you when the time is right. Do you believe what you hear? (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You have one or two serious questions to ask, and no one is likely to be forthcoming with the answers.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- That which was only a hobby may become something more before the week is out. Much depends on who is watching you at this time. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You'll finally feel as though someone in particular is ready to validate you in some way -- and indeed, you deserve it!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You can be more patient and more soft-spoken. In this way, you'll be able to judge others as they are, in a more natural light. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Your energy is on the rise, but you may have to work harder than others to channel that energy into a single productive endeavor.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may find yourself engaged in a game of one-upmanship with someone who is perhaps better equipped than you -- for now. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may not know how to express yourself in the most efficient way as the week opens, but you can get the message across eventually.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Slow and steady wins the race for some, but you are ready to spring into action and do as much as you can as quickly as possible. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The unusual and the controversial come together in a way that has you winning praise from those who were your critics in the past.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can make your presence felt in a subtle manner. You don't want to step on any toes. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Avoid any selfish impulses. The more you strive to give to others, the more you'll get in return.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- The outlook will be much brighter than you may have anticipated. The recent past gives you a fine perspective. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll be able to respond to another's enthusiasm with even greater enthusiasm. You can surely concoct something together.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- There's little chance of being left out; others are keenly aware of what you have to offer, and they look forward to it. (March 6-March 20) -- You'll enjoy a renewed sense of purpose, yet you will still have the flexibility you require to explore your options freely.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Your week is likely to be shaped by others more than you know, yet you can retain control over the most important personal issues. (April 5-April 19) -- You don't want to be caught off guard. Keep your eyes and ears open, and pay attention to what's behind you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- A personal sacrifice may be unavoidable, but you are confident that it can result in a major personal gain. (May 6-May 20) -- You don't have to have the money in your pocket to pledge support to an individual or a cause, but it has to come from somewhere.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may be trying to banish from your mind certain thoughts that simply refuse to budge -- and it's better that they don't! (June 7-June 20) -- Your routine may be shaken by events far from home. A family member holds the key to a personal mystery.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Your frustration will be felt by many with whom you come in contact, and one will be able to help you relieve it just in time. (July 8-July 22) -- Only one family member is likely to be in tune with what you really need. He or she is willing to go the distance with you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have only two clear choices. One will seem attractive and one not, but you know which choice you must make, ultimately. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You mustn't make the mistake of thinking that your way is the only way. There are many viable options.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You're able to lift things out of the realm of routine and the expected into one that is filled with much more wonder than usual. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Others are willing to join forces with you to ensure that your vision becomes reality. You'll garner much praise.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You must find a way to satisfy those who are pursuing their own agendas while still giving yourself what you most need. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're not likely to be closely rivaled, as you are entering a phase of increased accomplishment on many fronts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may not be able to keep everything a secret, but why would you want to? Only certain things are best kept under wraps. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your ability to inspire others to exceed expectations will have a lasting effect. Don't let anyone tell you "no"!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll benefit from reading as much as possible on a given topic early in the week. Later, you'll have to perform with both hands free. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The more you try to give another what he or she wants, the more likely you will be to disappoint. You must set and observe certain limits!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You're going to need a little more guidance as you get started on a tricky project. You'll find your stride very soon. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may find yourself answering to a much higher authority than expected, but you can acquit yourself well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You seem to have a greater sense of what things are really about this week than you have recently. Those close to you can gain much. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your ability to see through any kind of deception or sham will serve you well throughout a complicated week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Putting yourself in another's shoes can get you started, but it surely won't sustain you through to the bitter end. (March 6-March 20) -- The response you get to a personal inquiry may surprise you; avoid a knee-jerk reaction if at all possible!