The coming week is likely to see many individuals enduring a kind of stress that is not common, that comes in waves, that seems at times to be utterly relentless and that cannot simply be waved away or ignored. While this may sound portentous, the truth is that there is little at play this week that cannot be first understood and subsequently handled -- with little or no long-term or permanent impact to one's emotional or mental health.
Two or more minor shocks early in the week are to be the catalysts at this time, resulting in heightened emotion and a sense of foreboding that is hard to shake.
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You are waiting for the official word about something that, when it comes, will give you much more personal freedom than you've enjoyed recently. (April 5-April 19) -- It's time for you to stop telling yourself -- and others -- that you're going to do something, and instead just do it! This week, he who acts first will be the winner.
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- A surprise reunion has you making some unusual plans this week. Take care, however, that you don't let your excitement override your natural caution. (May 6-May 20) -- You may have trouble making plans for the week because someone doesn't seem to be playing by your rules. Is this really something that matters to you right now?
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may have trouble picking just the right words to convey a certain message -- but it's more urgent than you think, and you cannot afford to be too careful. (June 7-June 20) -- Shop around this week and you'll surely find exactly what you are looking for -- and likely at a price you can afford. There is more on the line this week than anticipated.
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Your understanding of a certain key situation is likely to be shaken somewhat this week as events transpire that challenge your notion of right and wrong. (July 8-July 22) -- You may be worried about someone who has fallen out of touch -- but he or she is closer than you think. Now is a very good time to reaffirm your genuine connection.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- If you let stress get the better of you this week, you're likely to sacrifice much that you've been working for lately -- and you may never get it back. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- It's a very good week to learn to compartmentalize your emotions if you can -- and to prioritize so you don't react equally to influences that are themselves unequal.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- It's up to you this week whether you can -- or will -- get from here to there on schedule. How you interpret signs and signals will make all the difference. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may not understand the reasons someone is giving for his or her current behavior, but you have no reason yourself to object -- and you can offer help.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- The mental and the emotional must not be allowed to affect you physically this week. You must keep yourself balanced and well-tuned to changing circumstances. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- No one is going to give you what you want this week unless you make it very clear what it is -- and why it's so important to you. That means you must speak up!
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- The turmoil you face this week is likely of your own making -- at least in large part. That means, of course, that you can fix it -- if you are willing. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- News from an old friend makes it seem like you're right back where you started -- but that can be a very good thing as you try to chart a smooth, steady course.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may feel quite disconnected this week from the people who mean the most to you. Reach out and make contact -- if only for a short time. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You find solace in activities that allow you to get in touch with your own principles and beliefs. It's been far too long since you looked inward for the answers you seek.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can expect a reunion this week to give you all you anticipate -- and more. By week's end, you'll likely be fired up about a whole bundle of new plans. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You'll have time this week to study your connection to something you do not fully understand -- yet. Soon you'll realize just how much you have at stake.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may have trouble putting the pieces of a puzzle in the right places this week -- but you mustn't assume this is any more important than it is! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- With a little help from the outside, you can solve a mystery that is really nobody's business but your own. You can trust the right people to assist you in all the right ways.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You mustn't balk at the right thing because the cost is high. This week, you must be willing to do what is right for yourself, regardless of the expense. (March 6-March 20) -- Someone close to you is in need of some "expert" assistance at this time -- but in the meantime, you may be able to give valuable advice that can be useful immediately.