ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You'll find important things of note buried deep inside situations that seem, on the surface, to be routine. You must examine such things fully this week. (April 5-April 19) -- Though you have in the past overlooked the obvious, this week you're not likely to do that -- especially since you'll very likely be near the center of things.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Your efforts to keep up with others and remain "current" may not be completely successful this week -- unless you're willing to do some independent study. (May 6-May 20) -- Though in a position of some authority yourself, you are likely to learn from someone whose experience is deeper than yours. Listen to what comes your way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You're not likely to be sucked in by the kinds of temptations that drive many of the people around you this week. Your temptations are quite enough! (June 7-June 20) -- You'll be happy with things the way they are this week -- provided they develop organically and you are not in any way affected by someone's attempts to make the rules.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Things are likely to go your way this week -- up to a point. After that you must be willing to adjust your approach to suit someone's unusual needs. (July 8-July 22) -- A strong start doesn't guarantee a strong finish. Much depends on your reactions to certain unexpected events that transpire midweek. Keep your friends close.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Certain personal issues may make you rather insecure during the first part of the week, but you can overcome this by focusing on a very different issue at work. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You must be clear in your expectations of others this week -- just as you expect clarity from them. It is better to keep your efforts as separate as you can from another's.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may want to adopt an entirely new approach this week to answer someone's unexpected evolution. A new professional rivalry may be quick to develop. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- In order to get things right this week you're going to want to keep communication open with someone who can give you "real time" guidance that is useful in the moment.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You don't want to reveal too much about something you're planning this week; share just enough to make others curious about what you're up to, then get to work! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Effective tactics can be learned from all manner of individuals this week -- and it's likely that the most surprising source will yield the most useful instruction.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Your creativity may come under some scrutiny this week by those who doubt that you are being wholly original -- but you can prove all ideas are your own. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may not think you've done much this week when all is said and done, but the truth is that your accomplishments now are likely to be remembered for some time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- A chance encounter proves significant to you -- but not for the reasons you think. Soon after you walk away, something unexpected begins to happen. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- A disagreement between you and a frequent collaborator gives you cause to think about your motives as well as your methods. One or two changes may be in order this week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- That which surprises you can be most valuable to you this week, and you'll want to have more of the same -- but that rather defeats the purpose, doesn't it? (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You can expect to be rewarded for something you do this week that no one had any reason to anticipate -- especially right now when circumstances are less than favorable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may not be able to control the chain of events that most affects you this week, but you can surely control your reactions -- and that will win you respect. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- The more involved you become in someone's affairs this week, the more removed from your own you will be -- so you'll want to balance all activities, surely.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may not be looking forward to a "new beginning" this week, but you are likely in a position that will allow you more personal freedom than you expect. (March 6-March 20) -- You will want to take steps to limit the amount of personal contact you have with someone who simply rubs you the wrong way. It's up to you to protect yourself.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You can expect something big to evolve from even simple, preliminary efforts this week. The key is to know what you're working toward and keeping that in mind. (April 5-April 19) -- Certain long-harbored fears are likely to rise to the surface this week, and your behavior as a result may defy comprehension -- at least to those who don't know you well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can do all that is necessary to get a certain job done, but once you've finished, all you can do is trust that others will carry out the next essential steps. (May 6-May 20) -- "Victory" is something worth thinking about this week, before you are disappointed by the fruits of your own labors. You may have to redefine the concept for yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You are more in the mood for personal interactions than professional ones, but this week you must engage in the latter before pursuing the former. (June 7-June 20) -- Everything must be done with a mind toward "proportionality" this week; nothing can be ill-fitting right now, or unsuitable for the moment in which it is said or done.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- This week favors personal pursuits, but take care that you don't neglect a professional concern that is "held over" from a recent endeavor on the job. (July 8-July 22) -- Your creativity is on the rise at this time, and you'll be able to take full advantage of an unexpected opportunity because you are, indeed, ready for anything!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You are in much more of a philosophical mood this week than usual, and much will give you food for thought. Feel free to share opinions with others. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You feel that it is time to mend fences, but those on the other side are likely still stubbornly clinging to their own point of view that is clearly unsuitable and outdated.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- What goes around comes around -- but not as you might expect. A whirlwind of activity has you guessing what might come your way. Seek helpful company. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may have to wait longer than expected this week for the information that will allow you to move forward with a plan you've been developing for quite a while.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Good news comes your way this week, and it will serve as a "green light" that opens the way for you to reach for something that could be a real benefit. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You are likely to experience something of a turnaround this week -- but whether it is good-to-bad or bad-to-good will be unclear until you've interpreted all data.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You can prove that you are a force to be reckoned with this week without taking an aggressive stance. Others are eager to see what you have up your sleeve. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Signs point to an unusual confluence of emotional currents this week, and you will prove a central figure in keep things from getting completely out of hand.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Something you thought would be the proverbial "walk in the park" proves much more complicated -- and perhaps even dangerous. Prepare yourself. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- The support you seek will be available to you this week after you make very clear both your motives and methods. You don't want to have to start all over again!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You have good reason to worry about something you've been sensing in the distance for quite some time. Preventive measures are available to you this week. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be surprised by the opposition you receive from someone who is usually on your side. Don't be defensive; think instead about why this might be happening.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You mustn't let minor irritants keep you from pursuing your goals this week. Others are dealing with problems you have avoided, so pick up the pace if you can. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You are likely to find yourself pursuing an unusual new interest this week, and what happens as a result is likely to tell you a great deal about your potential right now.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Group efforts are surely favored this week, but you may have to score an individual victory before you can contribute fully to what others have going on. (March 6-March 20) -- You should be able to meet a challenge head-on this week, and as you rise to the occasion, you'll be showing others what is possible, even under adverse conditions.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You are ready to move forward at a faster pace than usual this week, but certain circumstances may require you to wait longer for your turn than expected. (April 5-April 19) -- You can counter someone's efforts against you this week quite well, but success will depend more on ability and dedication. Timing is once more a central issue.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You should have little trouble getting things done as planned this week, but you may choose to set something aside in order to assist someone in need. (May 6-May 20) -- You'll feel a strong and almost irresistible pull in a certain direction this week, and you won't know quite what you'll find if you give in until you do just that.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Pay attention to the signs that are all around you this week. You may need some kind of help to interpret or "translate" some of them before taking action. (June 7-June 20) -- The more you shower someone with attention this week, the more productivity you'll likely get in return. This is a dynamic that is still evolving, so try to be patient!

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're likely to emerge from a rather stormy time this week, but progress may still be slow. You can make great headway by focusing on inner processes. (July 8-July 22) -- You may be set off this week by the smallest irritations, and you must be sure that you don't get in anyone's way as you indulge in your resulting "pity party."

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- The more dramatic the situation, the more laid back you'll want to be this week. You don't want to add fuel to any of the fires started by those around you. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You can afford to be a little more flexible this week, especially when dealing with others who don't fully understand how their behavior affects you -- even indirectly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You'll be required to do more than decipher the messages that come your way this week; you must absorb what they offer very quickly; be ready to respond. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be frustrated by your first few attempts at something new this week, but if you stay in the game you'll find that proficiency can be achieved very quickly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may be faced with several new opportunities this week and not even know it -- until a friend opens your eyes to what is right in front of you. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- It's time for you to put behind you one or two errors from the past that have for far too long informed your decision-making process. What lies ahead takes priority over all else.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may have to participate in some careful negotiations this week in order to come up with a plan that suits everyone's needs at this time. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Take it slow, and consider what another has to offer when you are on the brink of a major decision. You don't want to commit to anything that limits your options.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll find yourself engaged in an "unofficial" contest that could determine, in the days to come, who is calling the shots. This is a fight worth having! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You'll surely want to keep certain secrets under wraps this week, at least for a little while longer. You can drop hints to what is coming, but you mustn't be explicit.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You will learn the value of seeing things in complete detail this week, as you are faced with a situation that demands an awareness of all components. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You mustn't let another's stubbornness endanger your own attempts at doing something that will garner you a great deal of praise. Say what you have to say this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may feel as though you are slipping backward somehow, and an issue you thought was behind you likely requires renewed attention this week. (March 6-March 20) -- You're not going to get what you want this week if you are unable to ask for it directly. At this time, any kind of uncertainty or vacillation can result only in disappointment.