ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may be surprised to learn that you've not been keeping up to date with something that could soon cost you. You can catch up. (April 5-April 19) -- You may have been dealing with a charlatan recently, and this week's interactions are likely to prove it to you once and for all. Make a change!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You're used to things happening in a certain way, surely, but this week you can benefit from careful experimentation with new methods. (May 6-May 20) -- An old friend raises questions that you've been avoiding for quite some time. This week you can come up with the answers that will do both of you much good.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Someone is trying to outmatch you in some way, but you're ready for almost anything and can prevail no matter how aggressive the challenge is. (June 7-June 20) -- It's a good week for proving who you are -- to yourself, to your friends and especially to those who have been critical of you in the past. Don't back down!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can't turn your feelings on and off like a light switch -- though this week you may wish that you had such control over emotional issues. (July 8-July 22) -- You may feel yourself getting lost in a quagmire of issues that are all over the map this week. The first question you must answer is: Where do you begin?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You are used to being far more practical than most, but this week you may choose to indulge in flights of fancy. This is brave and beneficial. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You can make much use of the time you spend waiting for someone else to deliver the goods this week. He or she does not control your own productivity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have to make something of a sacrifice early in the week if you want to be where you had planned later on. Not all goes smoothly. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- An admirer challenges you to go further than you have before. Take the time to assess any potential threat -- which may be cleverly disguised.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- The time has come for you to reveal something you've been keeping under wraps for some time. The effect will be electric, and the rewards good. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You will want to take shelter from a coming emotional storm -- if, indeed, you recognize it before it is upon you. Someone you know holds the key.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may choose to go back to your original plan this week after adjustments you've made don't pan out. This is your best course of action. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You'll want to confirm with others just what is expected this week before going to any great lengths to do what has been promised. Get all the info!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may receive news early in the week that has you reeling for a time -- until it dawns on you that what it contains can be beneficial. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll be better off as the week ends than you were when it opens -- but you'll want to take care that this is more than a short-lived trend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You are interested in dealing with certainties this week -- but that will require you to do more than usual to nail someone else down. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- What you find yourself working with this week may not be ideal, but you can adjust your usual methods in order to optimize the performance of subpar tools.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll want to steer clear of the second rate this week. You must deal only with what ranks as high as possible; surround yourself with the best! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You must stay loose and flexible this week -- mentally as well as physically -- in order to deal with a barrage of rapidly changing circumstances.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You're nearing the end of something that you will certainly miss -- but you may also realize that not all of it has been ideal for you. (March 6-March 20) -- Collaboration proves more difficult than usual this week, in part because you have welcomed a new member to your team. He or she does things differently.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You’ll receive information as the week opens that has you reconsidering a plan that was ready for implementation. Changes may be few. (April 5-April 19) -- Take care this week that you don’t cause trouble for yourself by avoiding any sort of bureaucracy -- especially where your work is concerned. Follow the rules!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may find yourself swimming with sharks this week, but you are far more capable of escaping intact than others in your predicament. (May 6-May 20) -- Now is the time to inform those around you of just what you are willing to do and what you are not. Real progress depends upon real transparency.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Not everyone knows how you are expecting to get certain things done this week; you must be willing to share your methods. (June 7-June 20) -- Collective efforts pay off handsomely this week and you can do much to encourage collaborative thinking among those who have been rivals in the past.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You’re going to have to deliver the news this week in a way that avoids any negative reactions from others. Objectivity is the key. (July 8-July 22) -- You may be wondering what’s next when it comes to a certain arrangement made long ago. You’ve heard nothing about it, but the bills are soon to come due.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may be facing a certain situation that is at once routine and extraordinary. The devil is in the details, as usual; don’t space out! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Much will be demanded of you this week, and you must be willing to say “no” when you feel you’re being overloaded. Guard against depleting your resources.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Something remarkable happens early in the week that has you looking forward to things with new enthusiasm. A partner brings you good luck. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be wondering what happened to a certain relationship, and this week you can do much to recapture what you feel was lost -- but it will take work.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You are able to support others this week even as you tend to your immediate needs and desires. Each informs the other at this time. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- What you have right now is sure to satisfy you -- which means you’ll want more if you can get it. Use caution, however! Too much can do you harm.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can transform an otherwise routine endeavor into quite an extraordinary affair. Many will follow in your footsteps. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your ability to crack all kinds of “secret” codes will come in handy. The information you provide another helps.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may be able to capture something that has been eluding you for far too long. Now -- do you know what to do with it? (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may have to break the rules somewhat in order to come to the rescue of someone who is in over his or her head. Long-term ramifications are few.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can keep emotional and psychological shocks to a minimum this week as you deal with something that affects you physically. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You will have the opportunity to do what you do best, and others are sure to come running to see if you can do better at this time than you have at any time in the past.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may grow tired of the role you are playing, but you’ll have the chance to change things up a bit -- and explore a new avenue as well. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A cancellation early in the week has you wondering if the team you’ve assembled is really up to the job. You may want to go it alone -- for a while, at least.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You’ll learn that you can trust someone to have your back this week; perhaps he or she can take on more responsibility. (March 6-March 20) -- Don’t let things sit dormant for too long this week. Your direct involvement will benefit yourself and others in ways that you may not have anticipated.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You must address those tasks that are expected and required; you needn't invest all you have in them, but they surely must get done. (April 5-April 19) -- It's a good week to shower a loved one with love and attention -- especially if he or she is suffering from any kind of malaise. You make a difference!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You're likely to reach the halfway point on a journey of discovery. What you've learned can surely propel you forward with confidence. (May 6-May 20) -- It's time to reconnect with someone who has gone on without you for some time. He or she has one or two lessons to teach you, and you know it well.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You'll find yourself working for the common good throughout much of the week -- and you'll find that doing so benefits you directly, as well. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll experience something you'll want to remember for quite some time. Be sure to keep some kind of record of what goes on -- behind the scenes as well.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can have what you want this week, but it will come at a price. It's nothing you cannot afford, surely, but you must give it some thought. (July 8-July 22) -- You're eager to do a little something for someone who has come through for you many times. This week, the stars align and give you the perfect opportunity.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You mustn't do anything in an indirect way this week; current circumstances require you to be direct and to come on strong when asked to do so. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your behavior this week serves as an example to others who are eager to follow in your footsteps. Did you know that you were a role model?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Though you are confident that a certain activity is harmless, you may uncover some hidden dangers when you start out. Use caution this week! (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You have something that someone else wants, and much of the week is likely to be spent maneuvering to maintain possession of something quite valuable to you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- The more you are aware of today, the more you can do to protect yourself and those around you. You'll get help from a surprising source. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You'll have a chance to show others just what is possible if they are willing to take a chance. Many are likely to look up to you by week's end.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Private issues may become public this week as you do what needs to be done without a thought for yourself or the dangers you might encounter. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Someone may approach you early in the week with a proposition that seems too good to be true. Don't say "no" immediately; explore all options.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You must spend time this week getting to know yourself in a new way -- if only so you can get to know another well when the time comes. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Your immediate environment will affect your productivity this week; be aware of the new rhythms that seem to control pace and timing. Don't back down!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Carelessness can prove disastrous this week; do what you must in a way that ensures a complete and careful job, again and again. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You'll recognize something this week that you haven't in the past -- and you'll find yourself moving forward at an accelerated rate as a result. This is lucky!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Not everyone will agree with the way you do certain things, but most will agree that it all needs to be done -- and by you, alone. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You must acknowledge those who are standing behind you giving you the support you need. Don't turn away from anyone who lends you a helping hand.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may have trouble getting yourself out of a tricky situation -- but you must do so if you're going to say "yes" to a new opportunity. (March 6-March 20) -- Collaboration may not seem likely this week, but you're overlooking one or two things that are far from obvious. You can, in fact, assemble a crack team.