ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may have gotten into something recently that you didn't fully understand, and you must learn a few key lessons very quickly. (April 5-April 19) -- Thinking that you're better than others won't be your only mistake. You can make everything right, however.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- There is a difference between confidence and cockiness, and you'll have a chance to show others that you know where the line is. (May 6-May 20) -- You may uncover a few facts early in the week that give you the advantage as you move closer to an important personal goal.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You mustn't neglect the needs of family members as you tend to your own desires. You can strike a balance that serves everyone well. (June 7-June 20) -- Not everyone will understand what you are really trying to accomplish, but that is all the more reason for you to carry on.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll be given the opportunity to contribute to someone's important efforts. You mustn't try to take over, however. (July 8-July 22) -- Know when it's your turn and when it's not, be sure you give another the support and attention he or she needs.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You'll hear from someone dear to you about something that is fast approaching. He or she really wants your input and involvement. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A good friend is able to supply you with all the moral support you need, even though a great distance stands between you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- The help you offer someone as the week opens will allow you to be more on top of your own game when the time comes. Avoid generalities. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You'll have the chance to speak up for someone who is unwilling to speak up for himself in an hour of need.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You have much of which you can be very proud at this time, but take care you don't come off as being cocky or arrogant. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You've got to stick to the rules. You will find that the powers that be are unlikely to bend them -- even for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Everyone knows what you are about, but don't assume that your own personality is enough to win the day. Get your facts straight! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You must be willing to drop what you are doing on at least two occasions in order to assist someone close to you with a key project.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Your ability to see what's going on beneath the surface will come in handy throughout the week. Share what you know! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may find yourself gravitating toward those you might have avoided as recently as last week; things are changing in subtle ways.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may be struggling with the logistics of a major life change that you have been considering for quite a while. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You're trying to figure out when it's best to let others know what's really going on. When the time comes, you'll get their attention quickly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- A trip down memory lane may have you making promises about the weeks to come that leave others wondering if you can do it all. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Take care that your ambitions don't overtake your capabilities at this time. You must remain realistic in your expectations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- A slow and steady approach is probably best, though you may encounter at least one situation that requires some quick maneuvering. (March 6-March 20) -- You can learn a great deal by watching someone you admire do what he does so well. Soon, you'll be hitting your stride.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- A figure from the past is likely to loom large in your future. What can you learn from this inevitable encounter? (April 5-April 19) -- You'll derive a great deal of meaning from the little things that people do -- especially those closest to you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You know how best to present your ideas to others, and you'll have ample opportunity to do just that. Don't back away! (May 6-May 20) -- The care of another will fall to you, and you'll know how to keep him or her from sinking into a funk.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may undertake a journey that, upon completion, affords you the strength and confidence to say, "I was wrong." (June 7-June 20) -- Self-assurance is an important factor, especially when you are following a path that is not clearly laid out.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may not be able to prove that your opinion is actually more a matter of fact, but you are confident that you are on the right track. (July 8-July 22) -- Your personal beliefs will come under fire from those who don't recognize their inherent value. You must remain tolerant.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're going to have to work hard to focus your energies and make sure that you are tending to business in the proper order. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A message you receive from afar may surprise you -- not in content, but in meaning.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may be facing a rather unlikely reality, and how you stand up to criticism will say a great deal about you. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You'll find yourself leading others in a cause that many may soon support. There are some big changes on the horizon.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're waiting for a confirmation of something that you have long suspected -- but even then, you won't have the whole story. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Are you willing to stick your neck out? This may be required in order to take advantage of a new opportunity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You'll begin to recognize a pattern in someone's behavior that recently seemed completely random, but even so, not everything will make sense. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be compelled to do what others have forbidden you to do. Are you ready to face the consequences?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be trying to choose from too many options. Take some time to narrow down your choices based on practical needs. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Be prepared for a surprise. It's likely to come from an unlikely source, effectively doubling the surprise!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll have reason to pay closer attention than usual to something or someone that you consider a long-term investment. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be wondering whether a certain issue is a matter of faith or science. The evidence is likely to point both ways.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- The way you broach a certain subject may take some people by surprise, but it is an indication that you are to be taken seriously. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- It's important for you to look at the big picture even as you tend to related details.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- One thing after another passes you by, tempting you in a way that makes you somewhat fearful. Simply hold your ground. (March 6-March 20) -- You may be intrigued by what someone has to offer, despite your awareness of certain risks and clear dangers.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You're in no position to call the shots. Later on, you can experiment with a limited set of viable options. (April 5-April 19) -- What you are willing to talk about is not the trouble, but your conversational style is; be more willing to listen.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll want to give things a more personal spin, which means that you're going to have to put yourself on the line. (May 6-May 20) -- You'll be reminded, perhaps, of something from your childhood that still has a great deal of meaning for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- How you present yourself will be very important -- and it all starts, perhaps, with the simplest of statements. Be clear and honest. (June 7-June 20) -- Your methods may not suit the occasion at certain points, and you must be willing and able to make adjustments.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll want to keep track very carefully of the progress being made by someone who could become a rival before you know it. (July 8-July 22) -- You must be willing to spend some time doing that which you have been trying to avoid. A friend is relying on you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- What you have to do to disguise yourself will require not just imagination, but also the proper tools. Equip yourself. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Others may not fully understand your methods, but your motives are clear -- and they are shared by many.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- A friend may be coming into town soon, and you'll want to be available if and when he or she makes contact with you. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You're mistaking the routine with the mundane; this week, even routine endeavors can be quite extraordinary, for surprising reasons.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may not be able to rely on the tools you are accustomed to using and which you prefer for a job such as the one you have to perform. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may stumble across the remains of an idea that you can bring back to life and sell to others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Getting from here to there may prove to be more complicated than you had anticipated. You must give yourself more time. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You're more willing than another to flesh out the details of a plan that may have some risky elements.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can keep the lines of communication open even when the usual channels are closed to you. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You must be willing to accept what you are told by an expert. It may not sit well with you, but you can work with it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- The sights and sounds all around you will tell you a great deal about your situation and provide you with important planning tools. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You're being presented with information that you already have, but the way it's presented makes you think about it differently.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You've been doing less for yourself lately, and it's beginning to take its toll. Put yourself first -- at least on certain occasions. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Now is the time for you to pick up the pace and assume a more aggressive position at the negotiating table.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Others are likely to be preoccupied with the meaning of your actions, but you know that very little is implied right now. (March 6-March 20) -- The direct route is recommended. Do what you can to avoid unfamiliar waypoints.