ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Giving someone else a piece of your mind may not be the best way to start a week that already promises to be rather sticky. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll be able to position yourself to some advantage, even while you assess the lay of the land.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may find that the more old-fashioned a strategy is, the better it fits your current situation. Why not give it a try? (May 6-May 20) -- You may be getting a great deal of attention as a result of recent words or deeds. Is this how you want things to go?

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Something remarkably simple attracts your attention and holds you in thrall for quite some time. You'll be inspired. (June 7-June 20) -- Someone close to you may not fully understand your motives. Offer an explanation, but don't reveal too much!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may be trying too hard to accommodate others when you have your own urgent business to attend to. Prioritize! (July 8-July 22) -- You're ready to start a new project that has been on a back burner for quite some time. The pace can be very quick at the beginning.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may become impatient with someone who seems to be dogging you all week long. You may want to insist on a little alone time. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You've been putting yourself at a disadvantage lately without even knowing it. You can easily remedy the situation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have to adjust your schedule, as you will be in need of some assistance that cannot be there the moment the need arises. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You have more to accomplish than usual, but you can get it all done if you remember to take better care of yourself!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're going to have to negotiate carefully in order to position yourself as favorably as possible. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You can recover from a setback very quickly as the week opens, then charge ahead, confident of making up lost ground quickly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- A collaborative effort may be hard to arrange, but trying to do things on your own could expose you to unusual dangers. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Environmental influences are felt throughout the week. You must be as flexible as possible in order to make on-the-spot adjustments.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may feel yourself slowing down somewhat as the week opens. Assess the situation before deciding on a course of action. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Others are counting on you to be there when you are needed. You'll want to be keenly aware of your surroundings at all times.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You must be willing to work more closely than usual with someone else. He or she holds the key to a resounding success. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- There is certainly a place for some fun and games, but you must not overlook a new responsibility at work.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may find yourself waiting around for just the right opportunity to get a certain task completed to your satisfaction. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You're likely to get the thumbs-up early in the week, clearing the way for a new effort that can pay off handsomely.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may be called upon to fill in for someone who is out of commission, but you won't know what's expected of you right away. (March 6-March 20) -- You're going to have to stand your ground when you receive a challenge that is far more aggressive than usual.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Events of some importance may take priority, causing you to rearrange your schedule in order to accommodate what comes. (April 5-April 19) -- You may not understand everything that you are told, but the most important details will ring clearly in your ears.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Someone may be trying to hustle you, but you know just enough to derail any such attempts. Focus on doing the right thing. (May 6-May 20) -- You're going to have to earn whatever you want most, as nothing will be offered free of charge.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You can keep communication short, sweet and efficient. Others will understand when you avoid unnecessary courtesies. (June 7-June 20) -- You may feel as though someone is trying to change the rules, and you can make a successful stand in favor of the status quo.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Others are indeed looking out for you, but are you returning the favor in any meaningful way? You mustn't turn your back on anyone. (July 8-July 22) -- You may be tempted to explore the dark side of an offer, but take care not to sever ties with those closest to you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can try to take things slowly, but someone is bound to challenge you in a way that makes this more difficult than it sounds. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your affairs can run smoothly, but only if you are willing to share vital information with those who are in a position to help out.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You mustn't let anyone point an accusing finger at you. Stand up for yourself and let others know what is really going on. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may not know how to take that important first step, but later in the week you can find answers in a few unusual places.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You'll want to reach out to someone who has been on the outs for too long. You know how to make things better for all concerned. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- A friend or loved one is likely to reveal something unusual, prompting you to take steps that can land you in new territory.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Don't let yourself be forced into doing or saying anything that is untrue. Stand by your principles, come what may. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may have difficulty ensuring that the quality of the work you oversee is all that it should be. Make your expectations crystal clear.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may find yourself gravitating toward someone who, in the past, offered you one bad choice after another. Things have changed! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You will have the chance to get used to another's manner, which will allow you to work more closely with him or her on a key project.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You are more capable of doing what is expected of you than at any time in recent memory. You're sure to win many new admirers. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may not understand how others can see things from what is, to you, a warped perspective -- but that can change as the week progresses.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're considering things much more seriously than you have in the past, and others are waiting to see what you decide -- but don't be rushed! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You will want to pay close attention to what happens behind the scenes. Adjust your strategy and tactics accordingly.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- It's a good week to experiment with different endeavors that are reflections of your independence and autonomy. (March 6-March 20) -- You may find yourself in a familiar environment, but at an unusual time. Adjustments will have to be made.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Those around you are grateful for your ability to see both sides of a tricky issue. Your unique perspective helps many. (April 5-April 19) -- You may have to search far and wide for just the right tool needed to complete a certain job.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Though the sample size may still be small, you can still come to an accurate conclusion about a new team member's contributions. (May 6-May 20) -- Take the time to appreciate something unusual and highly beneficial that happens to you. You needn't always be on the move.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may not be as skilled as someone else on your team, but your contribution is every bit as valuable to the overall effort. Don't be self-critical. (June 7-June 20) -- You're excited about a new project that is about to begin -- and the process of readying yourself is fun, to boot!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- There are certain dangers that you cannot avoid, but you've accepted that they are necessary given what you are trying to accomplish. (July 8-July 22) -- You're more willing to do something the hard way than those around you; don't insist that they follow in your footsteps.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You've got to complete a task that benefits others before you can focus on an endeavor that is for you alone. Prioritize. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- What goes on around you may be highly unusual, but it makes you smile nonetheless. You are in an appreciative mood.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- As the week opens, you may find yourself at a loss. Later on, you'll come to an important understanding and get back on track. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work you have to get done. Just take it one step at a time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You'll derive inspiration from an unusual source. Someone looking over your shoulder keeps you going when things get tough. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're likely to forge a bond with someone whose attitude and approach are very different from your own.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You know better than anyone what you're capable of, yet you are letting others call the shots. Why? Take charge! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You can fill a void left by someone who is no longer a member of your inner circle -- but some tension may result.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Just as you reach peak efficiency, you may encounter an obstacle that brings you to a screeching halt -- but only temporarily. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You mustn't overreact when you come to a bump in the road. You can get past this danger zone easily.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You don't want to get tangled in another's web of problems, though it is in your nature to want to help. Keep a safe distance. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may not be as light on your feet or mentally nimble as usual. The cause is right at your doorstep.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may have to suffer through inclement weather during much of the week, but your progress needn't be slowed if you prepare properly. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Communication with a friend may break down temporarily, but you can restore it in an unusual fashion.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Your ability to make sense out of the nonsensical will certainly come in handy. Others marvel at your mental acrobatics! (March 6-March 20) -- What you are facing may require a bit more gravitas than you usually exhibit -- but it can be mustered, surely.