ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- A temporary goodbye enables you to take steps that you otherwise would not have been able to take. Much good will come of this. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll want to pay attention to what a rival is doing in order to devise a plan that can keep you within striking distance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll have an opportunity to shine, though that opportunity will come from a situation that seems to go against you at first. (May 6-May 20) -- You can address a difficult situation effectively with the help of someone who sees things in a very different way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may want to divide the week into two neat and equal parts in order to provide yourself with the proper perspective midway through. (June 7-June 20) -- A one-on-one matchup tests you mentally and physically, but what is most valuable is your ability to improvise.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- How you manage with your hands tied will be one of the big stories of the week, and you're likely to enjoy unexpected gains as a result. (July 8-July 22) -- You'll have the chance to show someone else the ropes. Once he or she is up to speed, you'll work together on something big.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may not be able to get much going during the first part of the week, but later on, a personal adjustment is just what the doctor ordered. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You must keep the needs of those around you squarely in mind, even as you tend to your own. They are closely linked, after all!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You know that you're going to have to do something the hard way; it's just a matter of getting started and building momentum. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You don't want to give anyone else a reason to doubt you, so stick to what you know and follow a clear, sensible path.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Doing something you know is bad for you makes no sense -- and even less this week, when certain dangers are magnified. Play it safe! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may have to talk sense to someone who is in no mood to listen. The argument you make will be quite compelling.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have to put yourself in harm's way for a time in order to smooth the way for someone who is relying on you. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You will hit upon a plan of action that serves you well -- and others, too. This is something you should stick with!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may have to put more than your reputation on the line, but you can be confident that you will prevail. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Your ability to remain calm under pressure will serve you well and allow you to assess your financial situation quite accurately.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- What you see ahead of you is enough to give you pause, but the plan you come up with can guarantee progress. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You've not put all the pieces of an emotional puzzle into place just yet, but the picture you are beginning to see won't require a lot of explaining.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're going to struggle to make any real headway during the first part of the week. An adjustment yields unusual dividends. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may look back at where you started and realize that you've come much further than expected -- against all odds.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You're going to have to set your own immediate desires aside for a time in order to fulfill a loved one's more crucial needs. (March 6-March 20) -- Repetition proves valuable, though it may take some time to get used to retracing steps for any reason.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Rather than ask yourself how it happened, you must get to work right away solving a problem that has developed slowly over time. (April 5-April 19) -- Your assistance is likely to be sought by those who know what has to be done without knowing how to do it. It's up to you!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Getting things done is as easy as one-two-three, as long as you address the issues that arise in the proper order. Prioritize. (May 6-May 20) -- You're in no mood to do things in the same old way, but a new idea may not be near at hand. Be patient.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Though someone else may advocate patience, you realize that what everyone needs is a heart-pumping, fast-paced approach. (June 7-June 20) -- You're afraid that your ideas may not be embraced by others, but by week's end you'll see just how valuable they really are.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll feel charged up and ready to go as the week opens, and nothing is likely to stand in your way if you remain enthusiastic. (July 8-July 22) -- You have little time to waste! You must swing into action at the earliest opportunity and keep moving until your work is done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're able to work with all kinds, but you may encounter someone who brings out the worst in you. It's only temporary. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- If you're still not able to see the results of your efforts, it may be time to move on to something else. You're ready for the change.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may attract some criticism for a decision made under pressure. Take a breath when you can, and revisit the situation. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Your study of a certain situation is likely to lead you to a surprising conclusion. Soon, others will be on your side.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You are looking ahead, not back, so you are anticipating what's coming without appreciating what you've done. You must do both! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're waiting until the time is just right before making a move that you've planned for some time. A friend is waiting with you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may need more information than that which has been made available to you. You must pursue all realistic leads. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be getting bogged down by a situation that is completely irrelevant. Focus on what matters.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- It's time for you to modernize your approach, but this doesn't mean that you give up your old-fashioned aesthetics. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You've done some good work, and it looks like you know what you're doing, but looks can be deceiving. Prove yourself!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- A change you've recently made is likely to make a big difference to those you encounter throughout the week. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can enjoy a new beginning of sorts, but don't get carried away! You have some work to do, and an old concern remains.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll want to clarify your limits as well as another's demands. Don't proceed without knowing what's expected. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A creative solution to a nagging problem frees you up to address an issue you've been neglecting for some time.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Change is in the air, and it must start with you. If you're afraid of where it might lead, you'll never make your mark. Embrace it! (March 6-March 20) -- You may feel that you've been dragged down by routine affairs. You'll have a chance to enjoy a new beginning.

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.