ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may find family tensions ramping up as the week opens, but what you do in tandem with others can keep a rift from developing. (April 5-April 19) -- You may be wondering what your purpose really is this week, and it remains a mystery until quite suddenly you realize that you've been true to it all along.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- It's time to assert yourself in a way you haven't in the recent past. Don't try to do it all at once; process is just as important as results. (May 6-May 20) -- While others are eager to jump on almost any new bandwagon, you're more inclined to trust traditional methods and ideologies this week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You must be willing and able to read the signs as they are presented to you this week. Knowing what to do depends on getting up-to-date info! (June 7-June 20) -- A crisis may arise early in the week to which you hold the key. Don't be resistant to change, however, for it is necessary to a permanent solution.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- An accident proves fortuitous this week, as you are trying to do things that you don't quite yet know how to do. Be alert! (July 8-July 22) -- You may hear from someone who has been on your mind lately -- and perhaps he or she has been thinking of you, too. Isn't it time to let bygones be bygones?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- A challenge to the status quo has you considering options that are new to you -- but perhaps rather traditional in the overall scheme of things. (Aug. 8-Aug 22) -- What you have going for you will become apparent this week, especially if you allow yourself to go down an unfamiliar path.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Certain vibes have you reacting in ways that take you very much by surprise. Are you willing to take on something new this week? (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may uncover an opportunity that others are eager to take advantage of, but you must assert yourself and claim your spot first in line!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Messages cross this week, and you may be left with little or no pertinent information. A little guesswork can save the day, just in time. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Individual progress slows this week, but you can counteract any negative effects by allying yourself with one or two other individuals with similar objectives.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- A separation goes on and on, with seemingly no end in sight. You must not lose your will to progress, or your taste for accomplishment. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You know what's what and who's who this week, but what you are supposed to do with that information, and where, may prove elusive to you until the last moment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Family members are likely to be feuding with each other over issues that can easily be resolved, but your involvement is required, surely. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You have been falling behind in ways, but this week you'll have the chance to catch up and perhaps take the lead, at least for a while. Efficiency increases.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may have waited too long to address a growing concern. This week, you may find yourself in an unfortunate do-or-die situation. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- One journey ends this week while another begins, but you don't have to be alone if you don't want to. Someone is willing to accompany you the whole way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Pay attention to the ebb and flow of cash reserves this week. Extra expenditures may have to be avoided, at least for the time being. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- A substitution may have to be made this week so that you can provide something close to what has been requested. Second-best may be more than good enough!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Something memorable is coming to an end this week, but never fear! It's likely to be replaced by something you'll enjoy even more. (March 6-March 20) -- One or two things prove all-important this week and give you good reason to turn away from the kinds of trivial efforts that have been taking up time of late.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- A certain creative endeavor is more important to you this week than at any other time so far this year; you can make a great deal of headway. (April 5-April 19) -- Someone may be trying to stand in your way, but you are unusually quick to react and can maneuver around any obstacle that appears before you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You are afraid to put things in plain terms, as others may react in a fashion that slows your momentum. It's a risk you have to take! (May 6-May 20) -- The gravitational pull you feel from someone outside of your immediate circle will change how you do certain things this week. You're ready to give someone a chance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may find yourself dealing with people this week who are not interested in putting their differences aside. Don't let this get you down! (June 7-June 20) -- An old friend or loved one has some advice for you that will serve you in good stead as you prepare for a journey you've been reluctant to take.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're eager to see what a friend is up to, as you haven't been in touch for a while. This week, his or her activities likely mirror your own. (July 8-July 22) -- The quicker you swing into action the better, as you don't want to give the competition any time to figure out what advantage you have.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You'll be happy to be able to tend to the same old things this week, as you don't yet feel ready to take on a certain new responsibility. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may find yourself missing the way things used to be done, even as you forge ahead and adopt new strategies and tactics. Someone has his or her eye on you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You can share some highly specialized knowledge today, or you can keep it to yourself. The former path has greater potential right now. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- What others are doing needn't affect you right now, even though it will prove interesting to you on an intellectual level. Don't become distracted!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may be utterly bored with the way things are panning out; this week something happens to change your attitude dramatically! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You're trying to solve a mystery that puzzles those around you as well as yourself. Why not accept help? Another set of eyes can do you some good!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Take care that you don't respond to unfavorable circumstances by hiding yourself away and avoiding trouble. Address it! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You must take better care of yourself this week, as the pressures you face are likely to mount. You may be running very close to your "red line"!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can operate more efficiently this week provided you accept certain responsibilities while avoiding certain clear obstacles. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Someone makes an offer that is very difficult to refuse. Your know-how will be on display, and others will be drawn to you as a result.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You must be sure that the news you get this week is up-to-date. Your attention must be on what lies ahead, not what's behind you. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You're tired of the same old things affecting you in the same old ways. You can make one or two dramatic changes that send you in a new direction.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You can approach something in your signature way this week, but you must also consider someone else's methods as you address some new elements. (March 6-March 20) -- You may be wondering why things have to be so acrimonious at this time. Rather than think, why not do? You can be instrumental in easing tensions.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- This is no time to expect something for nothing; this week, you're going to have to work for everything that you think you deserve. (April 5-April 19) -- A friend presents an unusual alternative and you're more than willing to go wherever he or she leads. Don't let yourself spend more than you can afford, however!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can open many doors for yourself and others this week, but you must take care that you don't walk into a situation that is not for you. (May 6-May 20) -- It's a good week for tying up loose ends -- and this includes making amends with someone with whom you've been feuding for some time. Take the high road!

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You'll likely progress much more slowly this week than expected. Taking the "one step at a time" approach may be frustrating, but it's necessary. (June 7-June 20) -- You've been limiting yourself recently by considering only the short-term effects of very small actions. It's time to free yourself up and think big!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You've been keeping a secret that has become, in recent days or weeks, something of a burden. Why not relieve yourself by revealing all? (July 8-July 22) -- You won't get what's coming to you if you don't speak up and demand it. Others may be ahead of you in line, so you mustn't expect any preferential treatment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- A recent decision can be put into action this week. Now is the time for you to make clear what you've intended all along. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You'll feel a kind of "gravitational pull" from someone who has had his or her eyes on you. You may not want to resist for long when you know what's going on.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may choose to shift from this to that and back again more than once or twice this week. You may discover where your interests really lie. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You are likely to attract more attention this week than usual, but you must remember to give yourself the privacy you need to work out a problem.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- What goes on all around you this week needn't affect you as much as you may fear; you can remain aloof and further your own private agenda. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- The ramifications of steps taken in response to someone else are finally clear to you -- and this week you can do much to reduce the chances of a major loss.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Pay attention to what others are doing all around you this week. Guesswork is to be avoided; pay attention to available facts and figures. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Now is no time to play fast and loose with the facts. Certain things are unchangeable; you're going to have to deal with them directly -- and alone.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You don't have to stick with only one method this week; indeed, the more varied your approach, the more likely you will be to prevail. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Pay attention to what the majority wants, and you'll be lifted to a position of esteem. Take care, however! The higher you fly, the further you may fall.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You have only yourself to blame for a certain setback, but if you are aware of all influences you can minimize long-term losses. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others may not support you in your current efforts, but you're willing to go it alone if necessary. The week offers unusual opportunities.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may be surprised to learn that what someone else has been selling you is really not all it's cracked up to be. A new idea comes forward. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- What you do this week may not be noticed right away, but it's sure to have a lasting impact -- especially where creative endeavors are concerned.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may be in charge of more than you expected this week. Wield your authority with care and sensitivity; don't just give orders! (March 6-March 20) -- You are likely to do things in unusual ways this week, and it's not intentional in most cases. You are learning how to adapt to changing circumstances.