ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Approach all matters with care, especially where younger family members are involved. You don't want to set the wrong example. (April 5-April 19) -- You may be wondering why you have been put in your current predicament, but as usual you have a lesson or two to learn, and this is the only way. Face it squarely!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Others express concern or surprise when you head off in a new direction, but you may only be doing it to fool someone who's getting too close. (May 6-May 20) -- There's certainly a place for rest and relaxation, but you're going to have to earn it. It's time to address your most urgent needs.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You are eager to learn what someone else already knows, but such information may not be readily available. You'll want to know why. (June 7-June 20) -- You've been pushing yourself hard trying to maintain an unhealthy pace. You'll have the chance to slow things down and take stock -- if you want to.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- The actions of another can inform your endeavors, provided you understand his or her motives completely. Avoid any kind of guesswork. (July 8-July 22) -- You may receive an offer that has you wondering if you are, indeed, in the right place and doing the right thing. Perhaps there's more for you somewhere else?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're not likely to get through the week entirely on your own, try as you might. The trail is fraught with danger, and you'll need guidance! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- An attachment to someone from your past will become strained as you try to break free from certain expectations. This is worth talking about!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may be surprised by a development that takes a certain former mentor out of the picture entirely. You know how to continue moving forward. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Reports of your activities or whereabouts are likely to be wholly false -- and quite entertaining! You can set the record straight.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Any attempt to manipulate, fabricate or obfuscate your past record is sure to backfire on you. Play it all aboveboard. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You can combine peaceful relaxation with periods of intense, animated activity -- and come out ahead of the competition, to boot! Keep it up!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- There's no time for you to do anything you hadn't planned on doing, but plenty of time for you to complete a normal assignment. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may have to explore here, there and everywhere to come up with what you need to address a tricky and quickly developing personal situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- A conflict may develop between you and a rival who thinks that doing the same thing actually serves a completely different purpose. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- A little risk is no cause for you to go overboard in your future attempts to keep everything around you safe and sound. You must listen to reason!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You and a new friend need to discuss some issues that you may not have wanted to bring up, even in the recent past. Unveil the truth. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- What you've heard about someone on the periphery of your experience will convince you to get a little closer -- but you may want to do so slowly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Someone looking over your shoulder may have you jumping to conclusions throughout the week -- and your decisions may be faulty as a result. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll want to study what others have done before you in order to determine the direction you should move. Much can be completed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Despite your situation developing rather slowly, you can maintain the advantage by keeping your view trained forward. (March 6-March 20) -- By crossing your t's and dotting your i's, you'll take care of business in a way that is both effective and admirable. Not everyone can do the same.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- This is a good week to address the causes of a recent rift between you and a former ally and partner. Key issues can be addressed. (April 5-April 19) -- You're going to want to stay in touch with someone whose activities are taking him or her farther from home than expected. External forces will play a role.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may sense that things are far tenser than they have been in the past, and you may be the only one who knows why. (May 6-May 20) -- Someone with a vested interest may try to tell you what to do, but you know that you must follow your instincts and let your desires lead the way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- It's time for you to make a clean break with the past and focus on what is coming. Sooner than expected, you'll be dealing with new influences. (June 7-June 20) -- Those who gravitate toward you are in for a surprise, as you're not likely to be in a giving mood very much of the time.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You'll want to start the workweek by completing a project that has been hanging over you. Only then can you move on to other things. (July 8-July 22) -- You're in the midst of formulating a rather complex plan, but others are dubious. Is it your motives or your methods that are turning them off?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have no other chance to come clean than right now. Once this week has passed, another's needs will likely take precedence. Speak up! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself waiting for someone to reach out to you, but he or she is doing the same. Someone has got to break the stalemate!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may face difficulties due to official policies that are not conducive to progress as you see it. You need more information. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You cannot make an accurate assessment of what is going on around you from the safety of your home or office; you've got to get out and about.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have reason to travel far from home. Whether it is personal or professional is a fact you must keep squarely in mind. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You've been firm in your assessment of a recent endeavor, but a discovery will have you changing your mind about a few small, significant details.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Take care that you're not merely fooling yourself with talk of success where there was none or progress where there was actually regression. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your team is ready to back you up, but you must be clear about your own expectations. Make no demands that are not supported by the numbers.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll reach a certain landmark sometime toward midweek. In that moment, you'll want to stop and consider your motives and methods. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Someone in charge has been watching you, and you may discover that he or she has made some big plans that you can be a part of if you so choose.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Business travel needn't be all work and no play. In fact, you can arrange for some personal time just when things seem to be heating up. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may have to bow out of something you've been looking forward to simply because your schedule has become far too busy, and it's the one item that must go.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- There are more ways than one to do what must be done. You must always ensure that you're not bound by tradition. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Collaborating with someone far from your base of operations is possible, but not ideal. Still, you can accomplish much if you get creative with your communication.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may have trouble comprehending another's intentions. Be sure to get as much information as possible directly from the source. (March 6-March 20) -- You may find yourself waiting on word from someone acting in an official capacity before you can take action. Use the time to make further plans.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You have the big picture clearly in mind, but it's the details that will make the difference between moderate and formidable success. (April 5-April 19) -- You may have to make someone wait while you finish up an important personal project. You will need time to do what you are asked to do.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- It's essential that you practice what you preach. Any indication that you are being deceitful or two-faced will spark a revolt. (May 6-May 20) -- Your planning has been quite thorough, but there are still a few contingencies for which you will be unable to prepare. Trust your instincts at all times.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- All of your recent actions will figure prominently as you try to present yourself in the best possible light. (June 7-June 20) -- You may face an awkward situation early in the week that tells you that something unexpected and unavoidable is going on beneath the surface.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You have what it takes to face any danger and come out on top in the end, but you must leave old fears and insecurities behind. (July 8-July 22) -- You can enjoy some quality time with someone who has been out of the picture for quite a while. He or she is likely to make an offer that you simply cannot refuse.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may find yourself looking back again and again to be sure that you haven't missed a step along the way. You'll surely know it if you do! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may become entangled in a web of deceit that threatens to bring someone else down -- but not you, if you are alert enough to recognize the danger.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Your creative juices are flowing, and you are eager to prove that you have what it takes. A rival may decide to help you when you need it most. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be in a position of some authority before the day is out, but will that give you enough time to make a plan for the days to come?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Others are waiting for you to announce yourself. You are sure to find a way to do just that, and it'll surprise many! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may want to change your daily routine to see if you can improve your chances at a love match. The little things sometimes count the most.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can demonstrate to a friend that anything is possible. He or she can return the favor when you find yourself in a bind. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- The good you have done for someone else will come back around, and you'll also benefit from the unexpected assistance of a former critic.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- This is a good week for you to free yourself from all kinds of presuppositions and restraints. You can rise very high in very little time. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Your positive outlook will help others regain their confidence. Indeed, the more you guide others, the more success you'll enjoy yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You shouldn't have to do anything the hard way, yet not everything will be as easy as you might hope. Balance your efforts. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You'll learn a key lesson from someone who has been too dependent on the past. It's time for you to look forward with greater confidence and enthusiasm.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- What you ask for may be yours before you know it, but how you ask will make all the difference. Don't rub anyone the wrong way! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may be approaching a new opportunity a bit too timidly. Once you free yourself and embrace the challenge, you can progress with remarkable ease.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- One who was important to you in the distant past is likely to make his or her voice heard once more -- and you may be unable to resist. (March 6-March 20) -- You will enjoy collaborating with someone whose approach is markedly different from your own. You can learn a few new techniques along the way.