ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- It will all come down to being yourself. Others may try to force you into an uncomfortable mold, but it's not likely to happen. (April 5-April 19) -- Your care for those under you will be demonstrated in an unusual way. You're not about to let them down!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can pick up the pace, but you mustn't endanger those around you. You may have to make a certain personal sacrifice. (May 6-May 20) -- You can work with others to ensure that what you have worked so hard to build isn't taken from you. Stand your ground, by all means.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You're likely to uncover some information that has you working toward a brand-new goal, but certain key benefits remain constant. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll need to invest in a certain plan in a way that tells others that you're in it for keeps. Don't hedge your bets.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can take advantage of some downtime to get something done that would otherwise be hanging over you all week long. (July 8-July 22) -- You're becoming more concerned about a situation that others are ignoring. You can take the lead and show everyone what must be done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You'll receive a great many messages that require immediate response, but sometimes someone will have to wait. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You can take advantage of an unforeseen opportunity, and with a little assistance, you can rise to the top very quickly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- It's your turn. When all is said and done, you'll be able to point to a certain constant as a major comfort. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Others will be supportive of your hard work, but no one is likely to support an idea that you don't back wholeheartedly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have trouble rearranging your schedule to accommodate a new assignment, but it's really just a matter of priority, isn't it? (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- First impressions can truly make all the difference. After that, everything may actually be quite routine.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You must be willing to devote a certain amount of time to a problem that is not of your making. Others see you as their savior. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may have overstated your case recently. You'll be in a position to demonstrate the reality of the situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can't afford to skip any steps that might put you across the finish line. And don't take any shortcuts with safety! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may find the obstacles that lie in your path to be more daunting than usual, but you can surely pull yourself together and overcome them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- No one is likely to tell you how to do things, though you may be beholden to one who has taught you much in the past. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others may not see your behavior as selfless, but the fact is that you're doing almost everything for someone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may become engaged in a struggle that requires you to take risks that are much bigger than usual. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- That which speaks to your nobler instincts will be worth your time and effort; avoid anything that seems somehow ignoble.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Your reputation can survive a major threat, provided that all you do comes from the heart. Being genuine is everything. (March 6-March 20) -- You've been waiting long enough for word from afar. You may have to act without it and simply hope for the best.

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.