ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You don't need help from someone who is also trying to figure things out, but rather from someone who has been in your shoes before. Get it! (April 5-April 19) -- What you need is surely available, but do you know where to go to find it -- and do you have the resources to pay for it?

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Your understanding of a tricky personal situation will see you through, but you must be willing to bend the rules just a bit. (May 6-May 20) -- You don't want to find yourself at cross-purposes with a friend or loved one, so make your intentions known at the outset.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Stylistic differences between you and a close competitor give the week some added excitement -- and you can learn a few new tricks as well. (June 7-June 20) -- You will want to share your schedule with as many people as possible to avoid any direct conflicts.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may be receiving warnings of some kind that are distracting you from your main objective; you needn't be dissuaded. (July 8-July 22) -- Though you may be able to avoid some downtime, you'll still want to let others know that you are involved and available.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have to sit down and re-evaluate your needs and intentions. What is your true purpose -- and is it really viable? (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- It's important for others to know what you are up to -- and vice versa -- but you needn't divulge all of your secrets.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Pay attention to your surroundings, particularly to new arrivals and departures. A change of personnel may affect you directly. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Someone may try to tell you that what you are doing is against the rules, but you know better. In fact, you are making the rules!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're likely to find yourself in a situation that is more dangerous than you had supposed. A past experience gives you needed confidence. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You'll be coming home, and whether that journey is literal or figurative, a reunion of sorts is in the offing.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- With the help of some trusted friends, you can make something happen that you've long been preparing for. It may cost something, however. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Avoid being showy or grandiose; the more down-to-earth you can be in all things, the better.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can make adjustments that improve your surroundings, but take care not to remove anything essential. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Be sure to keep the lines of communication open, lest a family member become concerned about not hearing from you enough.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Someone you don't know is likely to figure prominently in your week, especially as he or she challenges you to be a little bolder. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can turn a liability into an advantage before the week is out, but it will take fortitude to do so. Don't give up prematurely!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You can surround yourself with just the kinds of things that are conducive to creative, groundbreaking work. Much depends on you! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your approach may not be fully appreciated by those in authority, but when all is said and done, they'll realize that you are the real deal.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You have only two or three responsibilities that must be fulfilled. Tend to them first, before moving on to your personal agenda. (March 6-March 20) -- Someone who has been traveling at the periphery of your life is much more significant than you had originally supposed.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Despite your assertions, a rival may actually be doing much better than anyone has been able to tell. You have your work cut out for you. (April 5-April 19) -- You can engage in some energetic dialogue with someone who disagrees with you on tactics, but not on overall strategy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You want to upgrade your efforts, which will require you to learn a few new techniques -- and perhaps adopt a new overall plan. (May 6-May 20) -- You will be able to track cause and effect very clearly and avoid any serious negative developments.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may be more likely than others to make the most of an unusual opportunity. Make no hasty decisions, however. (June 7-June 20) -- You can up the ante where a new friend is concerned. Very soon, you may find yourself involved in something much more serious.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll want to pay close attention to the developments resulting from a past decision. It may be too late to make changes. (July 8-July 22) -- Someone may accuse you of telling lies, but that's only because he or she doesn't want to hear the truth from your lips!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You aren't able to do everything well, but you can do many things far better than most. Don't get carried away, however! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A loved one is able to give you exactly what you have been hoping for. You both may have cause to celebrate as the weekend approaches.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- No one is likely to understand just what you are up to, and the time will surely come when you will have to explain yourself. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You must wait until certain tasks are completed before moving on to a new endeavor that you are eager to get underway.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You will want to keep your eyes on the prize and remember that it's not over until it's over. Seek weekend rewards! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- There is much that others can tell about you simply by looking at you, but only by talking with you at length can anyone know the real you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You're likely to get your shot, and being ready will make all the difference. You're ahead -- but you must stay ahead! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be surprised by what comes at you at the hands of someone much younger. He or she has your number -- at least for now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- No one promised you "fair," but only a hard-fought contest. The table is set for you to do something memorable. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The difference will be in how you address the difficulties you encounter; you cannot avoid them, but you can neutralize them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll find that you have to work harder to reap the usual results, but the current phase shouldn't last all that long. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be feeling stiff and out of sorts throughout much of the week. Trust a friend or partner to smooth the way for you as often as possible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll want to go directly to the one who makes the decisions to find out what your role will be on the job. Get specifics! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may have trouble making a decision that will affect many in your care. A competition heats up between you and a rival.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may want to reach out to those who haven't responded favorably to you in the past. You have a chance to change some minds! (March 6-March 20) -- You're not likely to respond well when someone tries the same old tricks with you. You know just how to respond -- and when.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may want to be silent for a while about issues that are currently coming to the fore. Wait to see what others say. (April 5-April 19) -- Your views of certain key issues may conflict with those of someone in charge. It may be time to challenge his or her authority.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Your views are in sync with the views of those who are in a position to support you. It's time to use that leverage directly. (May 6-May 20) -- You may be trying to keep certain things quiet, but that may actually work against you as others work to uncover the truth.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You must consider unlikely events as possibilities; being ready for even the longest odds is essential. (June 7-June 20) -- Some may accuse you of being out of touch, but the fact is that you're trying to change things on an ideological level.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may have to mount a clandestine reconnaissance mission of sorts in order to prepare for a coming task. Keep your head down! (July 8-July 22) -- Regardless of the methods you employ, you must do what you can to engage the services of those with a diverse set of skills.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have to face certain failures before you are able to push your successes to the fore. This is the responsible approach. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The time has come to show others what you are made of; let actions speak louder than words whenever possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You're going to have to face certain significant risks if you're going to enjoy the benefits of certain personal endeavors. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- This is really just the beginning of a new chapter, but your experience will allow you to gauge your odds with remarkable accuracy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Unfavorable circumstances may abound. Instead of getting mad about them, do something; take charge! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may have to think long and hard to determine the significance of a surprise announcement. Be ready for change.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Targeted efforts can certainly be effective, but you must turn your back on those who favor a blanket approach. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may not have the technical skills you need to push forward an organized effort, but with the right help, you can acquire them.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're after a certain experience that can only be had by following one particular course. Are you ready for it? (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can follow your dreams directly to the threshold of accomplishment -- provided you are accompanied by someone who inspires you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- A group effort may bring you the results you seek, but the process itself will take a toll. You may want to avoid this method in the future. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Anyone who tells you that satisfaction is guaranteed is not to be trusted. You want someone to speak the truth to you!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Some may wonder about your methods and motives, but you will be able to get the support you need when you need it. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll want help from someone who has been in your position in the past; he or she can bolster your confidence.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- What you say may not jibe with what you do. Some will want to challenge you and ask for explanations. Be ready. (March 6-March 20) -- You will know just how important your ideas can be by noting who is and is not paying attention to them. Everyone is not equal!