ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may realize that yes, indeed, everything does happen for the best -- at least during the first part of the week. (April 5-April 19) -- You may be ready to move on, but a former loved one is trying to hold you back. You understand his or her reasons, but right now you must do what is best for you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may benefit from a change of venue -- or at least a rearrangement of familiar surroundings. You need some stimulation! (May 6-May 20) -- You know what is on the line, but you also know that you cannot force anything that is taking its sweet time. Let things develop organically.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You're going to have to start somewhere, even if it means doing something you are not completely prepared for. You'll learn as you go. (June 7-June 20) -- You may be unable to give someone all the information he or she needs, but perhaps you can fill in the blanks by demonstrating what can be done.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may require an attitude adjustment at some point, as enthusiasm will take a hit when things don't go your way. (July 8-July 22) -- You're taking things seriously enough, surely -- but there are some who may still think that you're not really on the ball. You can and must prove otherwise.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Assess current needs carefully before heading down a road you have not traveled before. The unknown can present many very real dangers. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Others may be ready to call it quits, but you have the feeling that success may actually be right around the corner. It's time to rally the troops!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You are eager to be elsewhere -- but where, exactly? An old friend is likely to point out some clear indicators. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- The choices you face may not be very exciting, but you can trust that they are all viable options. Each can lead you down a promising path.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have to compromise right out of the gate, and this may dampen your spirits somewhat until you see the gains it produces. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Quality time is essential! You don't want to let the hours simply tick by doing the same old routine things -- especially with a loved one.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You will not know precisely what to do as the week opens, but if you watch what others are doing, you'll be able to devise a game plan. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- All that you do will be affected by what someone else is doing -- and vice versa. Don't make the mistake of trying to hide things from each other when collaboration could be so beneficial!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Others are eager to see if you will simply do what you are told -- but that's not likely, is it? Assert your independence! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may have to keep an important piece of information from a loved one during the first part of the week, until he or she is really ready to take it in.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- A situation develops on the homefront that requires you to take the lead in a way that doesn't come naturally. Children will listen! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be making a new friend right now. Although it is slow going and not everyone knows, what transpires can affect you for a very long time to come.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You don't want to seem rushed or agitated in any way, as this can turn others away from you at a pivotal time. Take it easy! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You will be in a position to call the shots at least some of the time, so you must be prepared with a clear vision and a solid plan.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may find that you are not in a very advantageous position as the week opens. You can work your way out of this jam with careful maneuvering. (March 6-March 20) -- You are waiting for someone else to take the lead, but he or she is waiting for you to do the same. You are in a better position, so it's up to you!

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Preparation is the key to success, and you mustn't let anyone keep you from doing what you know is necessary. (April 5-April 19) -- You'll have more than one opportunity to stand up for yourself; those who oppose you will be surprised by your ability to navigate all kinds of unusual situations.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Avoid that which promises to be productive only while you are on the job. You would prefer to be involved in something that will feed itself. (May 6-May 20) -- Pace is important, but there are more important issues than speed. What you really want to concern yourself with is efficiency.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You can devote more time to a certain project than you had originally anticipated, provided a certain family member is on board. (June 7-June 20) -- A personal situation demands attention, but you must first address a particular business development. You may find yourself going back and forth.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Be sure to answer questions and respond to requests for your time with alacrity. You don't want to keep anyone waiting. (July 8-July 22) -- You're not likely to turn your back on anyone in need -- whether on the home front, at the workplace or on the road. Rest assured that your charity will be paid forward.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Your attempts to balance personal needs with family matters may bring you face to face with an issue you have not yet seen or acknowledged. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Focus on that which can provide you with a clear picture of what lies ahead. You don't want to be guessing as you peer into a cloudy future.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can trust the usual tools, but take care that any shortcuts you try to take aren't putting progress at risk. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You must present yourself and your ideas in the best possible light. You may be required to restate your case again and again, in fact.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You'll feel compelled to come to another's aid even though you know that it may set you back -- in both time and money. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Someone far from home is eager for you to make a move regarding something that both of you have wanted for a long time. This could be the week for it!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Whose definition of "normal" are you subscribing to right now? Clearly, you need to educate yourself just a little more. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- It's time to set your own prejudices aside for good, in the interest of fairness -- and self-worth. How you see yourself matters a great deal right now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're involved in a creative process that demands much more of you than you had expected, but you can and will deliver the goods. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You have had your fill of "should," "can't," and "won't." You're far more interested in what is desirable, not just acceptable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Evidence may have you changing your mind about something you thought you were sure of. This isn't the only surprise in store! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You've been operating under an assumption that is likely to be proved false. The changes that are made as a result may not be easy, but they are certainly positive.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- It's time to let others see what you've been working on. There is little risk that anyone will try to steal your thunder. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may want to take credit for something that was entirely your doing, but you know that now is not the time. Soon, however, you'll have your chance.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- The situations in which you find yourself will all have something in common. When you know what that is, you'll really hit your stride. (March 6-March 20) -- Competition is unavoidable, but if you approach it in the usual way, it may prove quite damaging to your spirit. Adopt a new attitude!

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- A little courage goes a long way and serves you well when the time comes to reveal yourself to an unsuspecting someone. (April 5-April 19) -- You mustn't let anyone tell you that your desires have no value. To you, they are a guiding light -- if, indeed, they have sprung from a positive place.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be struggling with some physical symptoms, but they will never dampen the enthusiasm you feel for a new interaction. (May 6-May 20) -- You will want to examine your history for any indication that where you are headed is unsafe or unhealthy for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- It's all about moving forward, not back -- about looking up, not down. Progress depends on your willingness to make it. (June 7-June 20) -- You mustn't let anyone tell you that the contest you are now engaged in is not worth the trouble. You may lose the battle, but the war is still being waged.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can score a major personal victory, but you will also be carrying a major burden. It may be time to gamble. (July 8-July 22) -- Someone else's "wait and see" attitude isn't for you; you want to be far more proactive and effect change wherever you can.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Pride of self, together with pride of family, can serve you quite well. Don't make the mistake of overvaluing mere baseline numbers. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You're after some guarantees, and you may have them if you approach the powers that be with the right attitude and tone.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Your interaction with someone who knows you very well may develop into something that takes you wholly by surprise. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may wonder why you've never done this or that before, and simply exploring the possibilities has you in a rare state of excitement.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You've been experimenting with different versions of yourself, but you may want to get back to the real you. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Questions you ask as the week opens may remain unanswered until the eleventh hour. Even so, you will be able to use those answers to your advantage.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- What you have planned is not likely to win the support of everyone around you, but those who do support you will prove to be quite helpful. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- When the opportunity for personal growth presents itself, you'll want to be ready. This requires looking at yourself openly and honestly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Others will give you the encouragement you need, but success isn't assured! You must be ready to work harder than usual. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll receive what you have asked for, but you will also have to pay for something you thought would be free of charge. It's a trade-off.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Money matters may have you thinking that you've been on the wrong track lately. At the very least, you'll want to slow down a bit. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may not be as actively involved as you had hoped, but if you continue to pay attention, you'll have the chance to do more very soon.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Rather than listening to the conversation, you can steer it, but you'll be required to work longer hours than you had planned. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Pay attention to the numbers, and you'll understand how you got where you currently are -- and how you can move forward when the time comes.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may have trouble keeping up with a competitor until you realize that he or she is actually bending the rules. (March 6-March 20) -- Others will react to you in ways that may have you wondering why you haven't been doing the same things all along. It's a good week for making personal plans.