ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You must keep track of someone else's progress, as well as your own. Travel plans may give you cause for concern. (April 5-April 19) -- You've been waiting patiently for something to come to pass, and you can wait no longer. It's time to make it happen yourself!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You've set certain goals for yourself, and you must work hard to reach them -- whether they fit with another's plans or not. (May 6-May 20) -- It's time to make a change that can improve both mental and physical fitness over time. Don't shy away from doing something difficult.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Someone from your past takes a prominent position in your consciousness as the week opens. He or she will be there for you when it counts. (June 7-June 20) -- You may find yourself catering to another's desires far more than your own, but a valuable lesson is learned in the process.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can monitor your progress in a new way that gives you much better real-time feedback. Certain events will inspire you. (July 8-July 22) -- You've been fighting for some time to earn a position at the top, and at long last all indicators point to near-certain success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You must formulate a plan that everyone can follow and understand. Progress depends on effective, timely cooperation. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Others are gravitating toward you for reasons you may not yet understand, but you can surely make this trend work for you over the long haul.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You're never too far from someone who can assist you in essential ways; all you have to do is let him or her know that the time is now! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Communication will be the key to success -- as it so often is. Right now, however, unusual methods can yield unanticipated results.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- It may be time for you to unveil your heart to someone who does not yet realize what has developed between you. Much will happen once you do! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- In the process of giving someone what he or she needs, you'll discover that you have been satisfying your own desires as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You might assume things will transpire as expected because you cannot see anything else happening concurrently, but you're missing something. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- How you react to changing circumstances will not only affect your chances of success, but it will also provide a lesson for someone under your care.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Practicality may conflict with dreams until you find a way to get them more in sync. You demand much from yourself. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- What you expect is not likely to be what you encounter, but the fault doesn't lie with you. Indeed, surprises will abound in many scenarios.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Familiarizing yourself with what others are going through can give you a valuable new perspective. Don't run from the truth. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can provide yourself more of what you really want and need by being in the right place at the right time. It's all a matter of priorities.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll want to give yourself plenty of time to meet certain requirements, as you don't want to be bringing up the rear. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- It will be important for you to share your expectations with another as you make plans that will soon bring the two of you together in some way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You're eager to see things move forward in a more dramatic fashion, but take care! Moving too fast can expose you to real hazards. (March 6-March 20) -- Someone close is waiting for you to make a decision that will affect you both in a significant and lasting way. Ask yourself: What is holding you back?

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may have to suffer a certain embarrassment early in the week in order to stake your claim to something valuable later on. (April 5-April 19) -- It's time for you to grant someone three wishes -- and everyone knows what the first should be. The subsequent two can be more freely chosen.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll have the chance to stand up against someone who is trying to force you into a corner. He or she doesn't appreciate what is possible. (May 6-May 20) -- You recognize that certain things are immutable, but where there is room for change, it must be addressed as effectively as possible.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You will want to take care of yourself throughout the week, ensuring that you steer clear of anything that may become a genuine threat. (June 7-June 20) -- You may not be able to remain silent when faced with certain affronts or challenges. You may actually inspire others with your words and actions.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You've been patient for quite a while, but you cannot remain passive any longer. The time has come to fight back. (July 8-July 22) -- You may be able to get others to realize just what they've done -- and that's the first step to reversing certain negative trends that have been forming.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can expect the competition to be rather fierce, but you have the right allies in place to help you as you face a primary rival. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A close call will have you counting your blessings. A friend or loved one can help you solve a long-standing mystery or two.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may be tempted to join forces with someone who disagrees with almost every principle you espouse -- because he or she knows how to get results. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A secret will be revealed, and you will be able to swing into action after key players have had a chance to react in their own ways.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- An important issue will arise -- again -- and put you in a position that is both advantageous and perhaps a bit uncomfortable. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Progress can be made only a little at a time, but you'll still be making measurable gains that put a rival on the defensive.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- It's a good week for you to reach out to someone who has been working against you in the past. Much can happen if you start working together. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You can teach those around you most effectively by example. Your actions, and the results you get, can really get them moving.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You should be able to prove to those around you that you're the best at what you do -- or at least one of the best. Don't hold back. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may realize that something you've been doing for quite some time is actually bad for you. Jump at the opportunity to break this pattern!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Something you want is in someone else's possession, and you may have to accept that it's simply not your turn yet. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You are receiving many hints about what lies ahead, but a clearer picture can only materialize if you come out of hiding.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Issues of power -- and how to use it -- will be in the forefront all week long. You may want to take a more soft-spoken approach for a bit. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You've been receiving up-to-date news, but you still feel as though you don't know everything you should know. Investigate further on your own.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Something that others have been warning you against may seem irresistible, and you may be able to turn it into a startling success. (March 6-March 20) -- You're ready, at last, to get a new project off the ground. As the wheels begin to turn, you'll want to monitor progress and efficiency very closely.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- The best laid plans sometimes go awry, and you must prepare yourself for just such a contingency. Be ready to scramble! (April 5-April 19) -- How you express yourself will matter greatly, but not as much as your timing, which can make all the difference in the world.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You're ready to go for broke, but the opportunity may not arise until it is actually too late to do anything about it. Be patient. (May 6-May 20) -- Focus on process, not product. You'll get there, surely -- and how you go matters just as much as getting there on time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may not want others to focus on what you are doing, but you have a way of attracting attention that cannot be switched off. (June 7-June 20) -- Stand still at your own peril! You must be constantly on the move, working toward a clearly delineated goal, in order to meet with success.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may have an unforgettable week, but not because of anything you do. One of your friends is sure to provide excitement. (July 8-July 22) -- You're not afraid of making mistakes, which is good, but you're likely to make more than usual this week, which can work against you. Use care at all times.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- What you're after may be just around the corner, but it still seems like a long, long distance to you. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may consider success unlikely, but any such pessimism will only work against you. Do what you can to see things in the best possible light.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may be in need of just the kind of help others are seeking as well. Perhaps you can work together to secure what is available. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You will want to speak openly and honestly about things that may be emotionally charged, especially when others don't want to hear it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You have much on the docket, but you are looking forward to one particular endeavor that may change everything in the long run. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may have received more than your share of bad news lately, but this is when you are actually at your best. It's time to do things your way once again.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may find yourself pulled in two very different directions, which may land you in a very awkward position for a time. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- It may be revealed that someone who claims to know you quite well doesn't really know you at all. It's time for you to act accordingly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may have to go to the mat for something you feel very strongly about. This is not as personal as it may seem. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The unlikely becomes quite likely as the week progresses, and you must be ready to deal with a situation that no one is able to forestall any longer.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Time spent with friends and loved ones affords you the opportunity to answer a few tough questions for yourself -- and make some key decisions. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others can learn a great deal from you, provided you allow them to know what you are doing -- and why. Not everything need be a secret!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Something that seems minor can actually have a major impact on you and those around you. Others come to you with age-old concerns. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You must be willing to give yourself credit, as others are not likely to do so. You've done much, recently, that warrants praise.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You will want to increase the level of commitment you've pledged to a friend or loved one who is going through a tough time. (March 6-March 20) -- Though creativity is on the rise, you may find it difficult to be as productive as usual. Unforeseen circumstances conspire against you.