ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You can do much to prevent a current divide from becoming even wider this week. Others will appreciate your "bipartisan" approach. (April 5-April 19) -- You must resist the temptation this week to talk of an "enemy" of any kind. You can afford to look upon all others with more tolerance than is your habit.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can enjoy a rather dominant position during the first part of the week, but later on a partner will surprise you with a reversal. (May 6-May 20) -- How you influence others is likely to change dramatically this week. This may be as much about style as substance -- but this may remain a secret for a time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You agree that moderation is the key to success -- on most occasions. This week, however, you're likely to give in to overindulgence. (June 7-June 20) -- You have a friend to thank for the new wave of achievement you may enjoy this week. Don't leave him or her behind as you bask in your newfound success.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Now is no time for you to sit out and let others call the shots; you'll want your voice to be heard -- and what you say can make a difference. (July 8-July 22) -- You like a great deal of the same things as a Leo or Virgo native who will be sharing certain portions of your life this week; focus on "togetherness."

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can assist in a transfer of information that really makes a difference for those who have found themselves down and out recently. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- How you wield power is likely to become a major issue this week; some are not willing to let you do things the way you always have -- or have always wanted to.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can reign supreme this week after others acknowledge that you are more capable than others to do what really needs to be done. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You'll want to avoid small talk, distractions and other claptrap this week; stick to what really matters and do the things that make you feel capable.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're ready to take on more responsibility, but before you do so you're going to have to persuade someone whose resistance is nothing new. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You have a choice this week: You can continue to be upset about a recent turn of events, or you can figure out a way to use it to your distinct advantage.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Watch someone else go about his or her business and you'll learn a great deal about how to avoid the kinds of pitfalls that currently threaten you. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You cannot put too high a price on courtesy this week, especially since you will have to negotiate carefully to get what you most want.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're in no mood to make "exceptions" this week, but it's likely you will have to strike at least one compromise, willingly or not. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- An unusual dynamic pushes you in a different direction this week. Take care that heightened emotions don't result in a spiral that you cannot control.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You are thinking a bit too much about accomplishments, when this week just doing your job will be reason enough to celebrate. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others will appreciate your ability to deal with the facts this week without injecting too much emotion into the proceedings. You can solve a puzzle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may be caught up in a whirlwind of activity that warrants wholehearted reactions even though you're not directly affected. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Bad news can actually be used to your advantage this week. Control of another who has been a problem for you for quite some time allows you to score a victory.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Something you've avoided in the past may be unavoidable now -- but you've gathered enough new info to be able to deal with it productively. (March 6-March 20) -- You may be upset to find that something you've counted on is not going to come to pass. A quick change of gears allows you to progress, however.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Something you thought had little value to you reveals its true worth before the week is out. A lesson is learned once and for all. (April 5-April 19) -- You must be willing to prepare fully for what lies ahead. Now is no time to leave your emotional well-being to chance or guesswork.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- The difference between "best" and "worst" is likely to be very little indeed. How you view a coming opportunity makes all the difference. (May 6-May 20) -- A friend waits for you to make an appearance, and you don't want to let him or her down. You may have to adjust your schedule in order to please.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- The more logical you are, the more likely you will be to solve a problem you've been thinking about casually in the past days or weeks. (June 7-June 20) -- Your readiness for a certain coming task can be measured in an unusual way this week. Be sure to announce your arrival on the scene at just the right time.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Now is not the time to let anyone else call the shots, when you know that it is you and you alone who has the most to win or lose. (July 8-July 22) -- You may realize that you want to be in two places at once right now, and that conflict has you in quite an emotional state. A loved one offers a solution.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Are you ready to follow someone else's lead this week? You can benefit greatly from relinquishing control and letting someone else take charge. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- This week, it's important for you to know as much about your inner workings as possible -- physical, emotional, and psychological. Get new info.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Don't let any praise you may receive this week go to your head. Keep working in a way that puts process and learning over reward. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- How you access information this week makes a big difference to your bottom line. You'll want to be as thorough and efficient as you possibly can be.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Someone is halting the progress of a "long shot" that you believe in firmly. Money matters weigh on you. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- A complex idea sticks with you through the week, and you'll be tempted to explore things in a different way as a result. You may not be making enough money.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Just when you thought you were brought on board to explain something to others, you'll be needing to have something explained to you. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- What you observe a rival do or say is likely to confirm your suspicions about what he or she is up to. You don't want to go that route.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Someone may be trying to put one over on you this week, but you know more than he or she thinks you do -- and you can surely prevail. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Avoiding any and all conflicts this week may prove impossible -- and in at least one situation, you'll actually choose to engage in a fight of sorts.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll want to be in the best possible shape this week so that your recovery from an impending blow can be as quick as possible. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may doubt that someone else's "official" report is indeed accurate; if you are willing to dig deeper than ever before, you can uncover the truth.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- If you insist on doing what others have warned you not to do, you will find yourself on your own. Is that what you want? (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may discover that what you want and what someone else wants are, in fact, one and the same thing. It's time to consider forging a lasting bond, isn't it?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may not have to say much this week in order to communicate fully with someone who feels closer to you than usual. (March 6-March 20) -- Now is the time for you to explore a path that may well send you in two directions at once. Yes, it's possible, and you have much to gain if you'll take the chance.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- News comes to you quickly this week -- both good and bad. The information you receive can be used to accentuate the positive, surely. (April 5-April 19) -- The journey you must go on this week will be far more enjoyable with a certain someone by your side. He or she offers more than simple companionship!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You'll want to devote any available time this week to someone who has been eager for you to be more intimately involved in his or her affairs. (May 6-May 20) -- Whether you say "yes" or "no" to a certain offer, you'll have much to think about as you weigh just how you will be affected by the decision.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You will have to be productive under less-than-ideal circumstances this week -- but that's nothing unfamiliar to you. Set firm goals. (June 7-June 20) -- Are you in it for the experience or for the rewards? You know the answer, and you can surely rise above the crowd as you satisfy your own core needs.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Things are likely to happen in a much more organic fashion than anticipated this week. You must be willing and able to go with the flow. (July 8-July 22) -- You'll be called upon to improvise much of the time this week, but this doesn't mean that you must discard the plans you worked so hard to devise. Keep them handy!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You should be able to solve a certain tricky problem for yourself this week, even as you attempt to solve another for someone else. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your learning curve may be rather steep this week, but you can prevail -- provided you recognize certain dangers before they appear to you. Observe the periphery.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have much to unload as the week comes to a close, but you mustn't give that undue thought as you work your way through a personal maze. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- A difficult choice may yet have to be made this week after you've dealt with certain tricky issues that arise between you and an old friend.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- The more responsibility you take on this week, the better you will feel about yourself and your place in the current work structure. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Someone in charge has you in his or her sights, but not necessarily for the reason you think. Both of you will likely be surprised by what you have to say to each other.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- There's nothing wrong with showing off this week, especially if you do it while addressing a key issue or completing a necessary task. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You're ready to take advantage of an opportunity when it arises. Don't force the issue, however; let others call the shots now and then.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You've reached a good starting point this week; take care that you don't become too careful as you consider all possible scenarios. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- What counts for you counts for many this week, so you can be confident that you will have a good deal of support as you move forward and tackle challenges.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- An offer comes to you at some point this week that gives you pause. You must determine what you're really after. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You don't want to confuse those around you by doing one thing and saying another. You must be sure that your words and actions are squarely in sync.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Your ability to inspire others will surely serve you well throughout this busy week. Keep tabs on those at the periphery. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- There are at least two options available to you this week that will require you to make a firm decision about a key issue. Each is compelling; measure what's at stake.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You'll be propelled down an unusual path this week by unfamiliar forces. Before long, you'll be able to call the shots. (March 6-March 20) -- Sharing a point of view with others may be nice, but it can actually hold you back this week. Take care, however, that you do not become combative.