ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Not everyone will be up to the challenge that you present at some point during midweek, but those who are will join you eagerly. (April 5-April 19) -- Others may demand more of you this week than usual, and you will have to work hard to be sure that there is some time left over for you and your personal needs.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Others will be looking to you for explanations that are not, in fact, yours to give. You can, however, steer them in the right direction. (May 6-May 20) -- The work you have to do this week is likely to challenge you in a few new ways, but you're ready to take on different responsibilities as you address arising issues.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Others may be quite critical of the actions you take this week, but you have one or two very good reasons for breaking with tradition right now. (June 7-June 20) -- You may find that family members are your most difficult audience this week, as they know too much about you to let any kind of error slip by unnoticed.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You must be willing to take something right down to the wire this week if you expect to walk away victorious. Use the clock to your advantage. (July 8-July 22) -- You may shock a rival with an achievement that is far above anything he or she might have expected from you at this time. You are on the move!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may have to soften your resolve about a certain issue this week in order to accommodate those who need you most. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Arrangements made this week must not be considered final, as much is likely to happen to require changes in scheduling or an agenda. You can be flexible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have to back away from a current threat before it gets to be too much for you this week. Other battles can be fought and won. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You can keep a bad situation from getting worse this week simply by doing what comes naturally. Your instincts are keen and will tell you what you must do.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Keep yourself from paying too much attention to the things that would usually distract you; you must focus on your primary objective. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You will want to put all your energy into a certain endeavor that promises to put you ahead of the pack -- and, possibly, win you a big personal victory.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can learn something from someone who has, in the past, been learning from you. The roles are reversing, yes, but only temporarily. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Whether you lead or follow this week, you'll surely want to heed any warnings that come to you from within. Listen to those voices and avoid serious dangers.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Success can be yours this week, provided you know precisely what it is you are after. Now is no time for uncertainty or indecision. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Someone may be trying to get in your head, but you are able to withstand any such attempt -- though you must recognize that this rivalry is heating up!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You don't want to be following in anyone's footsteps, but you may benefit from studying one particular event from the past. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- A competition is brewing between you and someone who wants to be in your shoes. You may discover that there is room for both of you, provided he or she is flexible.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You've come a long way in a very short time, or so it seems. Take care, however, that you don't start to think that you are more than you are. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A little self-criticism can go a long way this week and keep you from making a mistake that might very well haunt you for a long time to come.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Your readiness will be put to the test on more than one occasion this week; you must look into the future to see what may be demanded of you. (March 6-March 20) -- You can do things in a more graceful way than usual, and the difference is sure to be recognized by those who have been watching you for some time.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You'll feel the pressure this week, but you can rise to the occasion if you remember what it is that has put you where you are. (April 5-April 19) -- You're a force to be reckoned with, and it's up to you to prove just that to the competition. You can accomplish something quite extraordinary indeed.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- The lines of communication must remain open this week as you struggle to pass several messages on to those who depend upon you to do so. (May 6-May 20) -- Take care that you spend only as much as you can afford this week; any overspending is likely to be felt for quite some time -- and recovery may be unusually difficult.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You can prove to the powers that be that you're just the one they want to rely on in a position of much responsibility. You've got the goods! (June 7-June 20) -- You can do much to promote ideas that are good for everyone -- even those who have been dead set against what you have to offer. You're on top this week.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You are able to progress almost exactly according to plan this week, though there will be one or two bumps you must approach with care. (July 8-July 22) -- Despite what others may be going through, this is a good week for you to cut loose and pursue a goal you've hidden for a while.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You know just where you are and where you are going, but this week you will have the chance to study just exactly where you've been. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You'll have the chance to work closely this week with someone whom you admire -- and who admires you. You both can learn a great deal from each other -- and progress.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Rising to the occasion is your primary goal this week, but you must first come to understand just what is expected of you. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A great deal can be accomplished this week in a short amount of time. You must be willing and able to bring your best game to the contest that is now unfolding.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're going to take some knocks this week, but you can come out of the experience knowing more than you did before. Confidence is high. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You are dealing with pressure that comes from being expected to do so much by so many. This is nothing new to you, however, and you can surely excel.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You're likely to get a little extra this week, despite your inability to provide a little extra when asked. The stars are on your side! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may stumble early in the week, but later on you'll enjoy the opportunity to prove that was an exception to the rule, which says you are No. 1!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You'll receive news early in the week that has you working overtime to get ahead and make time for a surprise opportunity later on. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can conceal something this week that others would very much like to know -- and it's important that you take time to assess just exactly where you stand.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You are not likely to be content this week unless you are at the center of all that is going on. You can exert a strong influence over others. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Now is no time to try something new, different or exotic; stick to what you know, and what has worked for you so well in the past will guarantee success.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You must pay close attention to what is coming up behind you this week -- and at the same time you must know exactly where you're going. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Your efforts may fall short early in the week -- but that was only practice. When the chips are down, you'll come through for yourself and others.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You're likely to do something this week that puts you in the spotlight for a time, and you must manage your PR with skill. (March 6-March 20) -- Technical mastery is a must this week, and you have much to learn. Still, you can do more than others as you experiment with some new methods.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may not have the luxury of tackling things one at a time this week; instead, you may have to get the help of those who understand what you're doing. (April 5-April 19) -- You can unveil something new this week and win the admiration of those at the top. You may also receive a pledge of resources and manpower.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You're likely to be recognized this week for skills and powers that have only recently come to light. You can address a new situation. (May 6-May 20) -- Despite what can only be called a lack of enthusiasm that plagued you in the past, this week you are able to rise to the occasion and score a personal victory.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You are expected to be front-and-center before the week is out, but you may not feel prepared just yet. Get it done! (June 7-June 20) -- What you are thinking and feeling matters far less this week than what you actually do with yourself -- and, even more so, whom you do it for.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- What you do this week isn't likely to receive the attention you feel it deserves, but you will surely be rewarded in far more lasting ways. (July 8-July 22) -- Give yourself credit for what you are able to accomplish this week, and be sure to assess your weaknesses, too, as you encounter them. Balance is key.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You are likely to get what you deserve this week. Friends line up to support you in ways you didn't fully expect you needed. Time is on your side. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Making things count is what it's all about this week. You can perhaps be in two places at once, thanks to the clever, unexpected use of technology.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You must decide this week whether to take a calculated risk or play it safe. One path brings you closer to yourself, and you know which. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may choose to go off-script for a time this week and simply do and say what you feel is right. This is, of course, the best plan right now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may want to attempt something simpler and more stripped-down than usual; this allows you to discover something important about yourself. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- A promise to a family member must take precedence over all other commitments this week. Focus on doing what you know will elevate those around you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You score an important first this week, but it may not be recognized as a landmark accomplishment by some. You can change their minds. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You will almost certainly have many people to thank this week, for what you have to do you cannot do entirely yourself. Share the praise -- and the rewards.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Some things are simply not the stuff of jokes, and this week you must be willing to control yourself and engage in "proper" behavior. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can step in for someone in need and help rearrange things to suit the greater good. You have the power to do much more as well, even in the time available.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You're about to embark on a journey of discovery that you've long anticipated. Risks are few this week, so you can explore unfamiliar territory. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may find yourself in the middle of something that is too big to fully comprehend; your best bet is to ride it out and maintain your sense of humor.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're likely to be treated to something quite enjoyable this week -- but you're going to have to make room for it in your busy schedule. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may recognize several of your supporting players this week as those who have supported you in the past as well. It's time to show your gratitude.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may believe that success this week is dependent upon the employment of more people, but in fact you can get it all done on your own. (March 6-March 20) -- You will be encouraged by early returns this week, as the information you receive tells you that you and your team are definitely on the right track.