ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Give yourself all the time you need to accomplish a certain task. If you try to rush through it, you'll surely come up short. (April 5-April 19) -- The view from where you stand will inspire you, and you can inspire others in turn.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may not fully understand what someone else is up to, but there's no reason why you cannot continue along your current course with confidence. (May 6-May 20) -- You may want things to be a bit more stylish, a bit more glamorous than usual, but that will be up to you. Don't overspend!

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You and a friend are likely to arrive at an arrangement that solves two or three problems at once. Others follow suit. (June 7-June 20) -- Your ability to focus on the main issue will serve you well, particularly as you sift through the past for a sign.

CANCER (June 21-July 6) -- What goes around comes around. You'll be dealing with many issues that have been resurrected from the past. (July 7-July 22) -- You may not be able to decipher every coded message that comes your way, but those you can will push you in the right direction.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may think that things are taking a turn for the worse, but in fact the odds are in your favor and getting even better. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You're after more than respect. What you really want is within reach, but you must not get caught up in the past.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can expect a reversal of sorts at some point, but it shouldn't be so dramatic that you are unable to recover. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A realistic approach is advised; take care that you don't get lost in your own dreams or fantasy world.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You can learn a great deal from someone who steps in and provides the kind of expertise that you may currently lack. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Focus on the local effects of your overall strategy. Now is no time to let your focus stray too far from home.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Despite the routine nature of a certain task, it's not likely to feel at all routine to you. You have a lot on your plate. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be trying to deny certain truths that you've been battling for quite some time, but you may actually make some headway toward acceptance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be wondering what's next, but in fact you're still in the midst of something that remains unresolved. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can assemble a crack team around you, but ultimately the success or failure of a certain endeavor is in your hands.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Your emotions are very near the surface, but you mustn't let everything affect you to the same high degree. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- An unexpected chain of events sucks you in and sends you off in a surprising new direction. Keep your wits about you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Losing is tough, but you don't have to face losing just yet. Your popularity and effectiveness are on the rise. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You are interested in what others have to say, certainly, but don't underestimate the power of your own words!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Your optimistic spirit will shine through, even as you face certain obstacles that would all but crush someone else. (March 6-March 20) -- With the right help in all the right places, you can surely prevail, even though you face many difficulties.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You need a little more emotional fuel, and you can get it from a source that is not usually available to you. (April 5-April 19) -- It's a good week to assert yourself in a way that doesn't put anyone else out. Plan ahead with care.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can recover from a physical or emotional injury very quickly -- provided, of course, that you tend to yourself properly. (May 6-May 20) -- You can surprise even those in your inner circle by doing something you've been planning for some time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Quality control may prove to be an issue, but if you put yourself in charge, you'll be able to exert just the right amount of influence. (June 7-June 20) -- The time has finally come for you to get started with something that has been in the planning stages for quite a while.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may feel as though you have to be in three places at once, but two should suffice, and you could well make it happen! (July 8-July 22) -- You're in need of a little downtime after pouring your heart and soul into something that matters to many.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Whenever you find yourself at cross-purposes with someone else, you'll want to be the first to consider a harmonious adjustment. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Someone else's warning may be ringing in your ears as you approach a certain danger zone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may be starting with a blank slate, but what better way to begin? It means that you can head in any direction you choose! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A certain concept may not make sense to you until you find yourself having to work with it directly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You have only a certain prescribed amount of time to get something done, but you're prepared and ready to give it a go. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- The arrival of someone unexpected makes everything go a little more slowly than usual until you make a certain adjustment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can learn much about someone else simply by listening to what he or she has to say. You actually have a lot in common. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be thrust into a situation that was not of your making, and which can be resolved only if you apply yourself 100 percent.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You don't want to reveal everything this week; keep some things under wraps until the suspense has built up sufficiently. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The powers that be are more in favor of what you bring to the table now than they have been in the past.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You will benefit much more than expected by expanding your own generosity and giving to others in any way you can. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- A chance encounter affords you the opportunity to explore an issue usually brushed aside. Much is illuminated.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may be told again and again that a certain thing cannot or must not be done -- but you know better, and you can get it done with style. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You will want to stay in touch with those who are personally involved in your affairs even if you find yourself traveling far from home.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You'll be eager to hear what others think of your current efforts, but you mustn't take criticism too much to heart. Learn from it instead! (March 6-March 20) -- You'll enjoy a "blast from the past" that has you thinking that maybe a former project can be resurrected.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- An argument over labels and terminology is likely to spiral out of control if you're not careful to make things clear to opponents as well as allies. (April 5-April 19) -- You can embrace something new and smooth your way, or you can fight against what you do not know. The choice is yours.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Keep your eyes and ears open. Someone may be trying to ambush you in some way, but his or her reasons are unclear. (May 6-May 20) -- Any attempt at keeping a secret is likely to backfire; you'll want everything to be out in the open.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- What appears favorable as the week opens may actually turn against you if you do nothing to keep your friends close -- and informed. (June 7-June 20) -- You can avoid humiliation by being open, honest and courteous with all who seek your attention.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may have to do something that goes against your beliefs in order to promote a long-term effort that is completely heartfelt. (July 8-July 22) -- You can make a deal with someone who is usually not willing to compromise. Your ability to spot the truth pays off.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may be able to control things from behind the scenes, but someone is in on a secret that can weaken your position if revealed. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A genuine connection can be forged, but it will take time -- and some careful negotiation. The results may surprise you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can expand your commitment to a certain cause, but now is not the time to change how things are done. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Balance gives you what you need. A friend or loved one is willing to promote an idea that is just now ready to be shared.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- What you do on your own can provide you with a great deal of confidence and comfort, but be careful not to skip a step. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Someone close to you may not be willing to tell you everything you need to know. This means you'll have to investigate on your own.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- It will be essential for you to meet all requirements before you can begin to reap the benefits of your efforts. Don't skirt the rules! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may want more than one expert opinion before making any decision that cannot be unmade. Certainty is the key.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can protect those around you better than usual simply by being present. It's time to put their needs ahead of your own. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll begin to get back a little of what you've given, but you may still wonder what it's all really about.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll be surprised by what is possible if you just get out of your own way. You won't have to force anything! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Routine can provide you with a certain level of comfort. You'll want to avoid anything that requires a dramatic adjustment on your part.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may have become a target of sorts, so you must employ greater care than usual, especially if travel is in the picture. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Something that is little known to you as the week opens will be very familiar to you as it closes. Keep up with developments!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may be called upon to explain your actions, but when you make clear both your motives and methods, all will be well. (March 6-March 20) -- You should be able to keep things moving at a steady pace without applying yourself any more than usual, but avoid complacency!