ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may discover a new and potentially lasting attachment to a whole set of ideas that are only now coming to the fore. (April 5-April 19) -- Though you are facing a situation that does not favor your instinctive approach, you can surely alter your behavior to improve the odds.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may begin the week a bit off balance, but you can regain your accustomed stance and forge ahead with confidence in a day or two. (May 6-May 20) -- It would be foolish to deny something that is quite obvious to everyone around you. Instead, you can evolve with the times.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may find it necessary to do something that brings you no immediate pleasure, in order to secure pleasure later on. (June 7-June 20) -- You may come to the conclusion that you are merely adrift and in need of some direction. Aim for consistency, too.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're in no mood for any kind of affectation; you want to proceed in a way that is honest, open and down-to-earth. (July 8-July 22) -- You are more ready for what is about to happen than you could possibly imagine, and your demeanor proves it. When the time comes to act, act!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- It may fall to you to do something no one else wants to do, but you know that it is necessary, and you will proceed in a proper fashion. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You're about to begin a journey that can bring you a great deal of satisfaction -- provided you're willing to learn about yourself!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can unite a great many under a common banner, but where you will end up may be a mystery until you find yourself there. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Others are likely to look to you for the kind of guidance that you, too, are seeking. You can do a lot of good for many of them, however.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Time spent with family and loved ones can ease your inner tensions considerably. Your conduct sends a certain message. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're not the first -- or the last -- to face impending events with a certain trepidation. Your mettle will be tested.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You're not after prominence, but rather consistency -- whether alone or with others. Your compatriots pledge themselves anew. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may receive advice from an elder that defies your particular brand of logic. You must work toward a compromise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can surely succeed at anything you attempt, but it is important to put yourself in the right place at the right time. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Others may not appreciate your headstrong approach, but you recognize the need to forge ahead undaunted.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You must be willing to acknowledge what everyone else already has, and act accordingly. It's time to assemble a team. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may not be as impressed with the results of your efforts as others are. Perhaps you are expecting a bit too much?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Things may get off to a rather rocky start, but by trusting your instincts, you can surely acquit yourself well. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your ability to work your way through the crowds unscathed will surely get you to your destination.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- A humorous, lighthearted approach can work wonders. Others, whether intentionally or not, will follow suit. (March 6-March 20) -- You can work with another quite well, easing him or her out of emotional doldrums. You can combine authority and dignity.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You'll want to hold off on any celebrations until you are sure you have made the progress you expected to make. (April 5-April 19) -- Stepping from one thing to the next may bring you in contact with a formidable obstacle of your own making. Use care at all times.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may still be waiting for news from someone who is nominally in charge. This week, you will likely discover that you have another option. (May 6-May 20) -- Someone who has your best interests at heart may not be doing what you expect. Be patient, as he or she knows what you need right now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Your status should remain unchanged throughout the week. Any uncertainty that you feel will not be noticed by others. (June 7-June 20) -- You may have to put up with a certain interruption more than once. You can remain calm here and in other things as well.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may find yourself traveling farther afield than you had originally planned. Take all necessary precautions. (July 8-July 22) -- What others are asking of you may not be possible, at least not the way it's been imagined. You can suggest changes to the plan.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Fortune may seem to dictate one thing, but you suspect that a little manipulation can turn things in another direction. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A situation develops quickly that requires a heightened sense of propriety from you and all involved -- though you must take the lead.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Work done by others can inspire you to achieve more than you had planned. Someone in particular offers you an unusual option. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You have choices to make, but always remember that your overall assignment will almost certainly remain constant.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have no choice but to put yourself in danger in order to accomplish a certain task that is next on the list. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may not be able to continue along your current path due to unforeseen circumstances that affect you on the home front.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You're likely to realize that someone else's motives are not what you thought they were. You benefit from this altered view! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You will have reason to cry foul on at least one occasion. You may have to explain your position to more than one judge.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can afford to treat yourself a little better than you have in the past, but you must still avoid any overindulgence. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You're on the verge of making a choice that others would call extravagant. Can you really afford to do what you have planned?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You want something to mean more, and this may lead you on a journey of discovery that takes you into new and exciting territory. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- The choices you make will affect those around you in ways you may not be able to see at first. Take precautions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- There is such a thing as being too careful. You'll want to avoid limiting your reach in such a way. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You can only come out on top by formulating a plan and insisting that everyone follow in your footsteps for as long as possible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- The doubts you may harbor about a certain course of action are natural, but they may also hold you back when a bold approach is required. (March 6-March 20) -- You can get much done in the time you have, but eventually you will have to set aside that pet project for a while.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Self-awareness goes hand in hand with self-control, as both are necessary components of a successful endeavor. (April 5-April 19) -- You have the wit necessary to out-joke almost anyone, but it's perhaps the more serious situations in which you will shine most brightly.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Comparing yourself to someone who has little in common with you is unwise and can only lead to disappointment or self-deception. (May 6-May 20) -- You begin by joking with a friend or loved one, but things may take a sudden, serious turn toward midweek. Be ready.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may not know just how you are being interpreted until it is too late, and you're in a situation you cannot easily control. (June 7-June 20) -- Those who have been against you in the past are likely to come out in favor of an idea that you champion. Things are turning around!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Focus on the problem at hand, and don't let anyone tell you that you can ignore that which is clearly evident to you. (July 8-July 22) -- You may feel as though you are one against many. Indeed, the odds, to start with, are not in your favor.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can learn a great deal from the way someone else combines business and pleasure -- though your way will be somewhat different. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You're nearing a turning point, and you must prepare to make a decision that everyone recognizes as being quite difficult.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- It's a good week to catch up with someone who has been out of the picture for a while. He or she will be relying on you in a special way. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Though you may be disappointed at first, what comes your way can eventually exceed your expectations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You can only do your best. After that, you're going to have to rely on someone else to complete a project to your satisfaction. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're not willing to let go of an issue that has only recently come to prominence, but which is not entirely applicable anymore.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You'll have to work harder and faster than others to ensure that you don't trip over any loose ends in the weeks to come. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- A serious issue evolves from a situation that began as nothing more than a game of sorts. A loved one is puzzled.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- The behavior of someone in your inner circle may be puzzling to you throughout much of the week. You may have to mount an intervention. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can make a great deal of sense out of developments that confuse others. You have a unique take on what happens.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Prepare yourself for something you know is coming -- though you may find that you've actually been misinterpreting signs all along. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- What usually provides you with inspiration may have little to offer -- but you can prevail, nonetheless.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Others are willing to jump on the bandwagon and work toward a goal that is important to you -- but only for a limited amount of time. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll have to weather a good deal of criticism for a while if you insist on continuing down your current path. It'll pay off later!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Your routine may be altered somewhat as a loved one comes to you with a need that is best fulfilled immediately. Don't delay. (March 6-March 20) -- Your personal brand of leadership should certainly be enough to win the day on more than one occasion.