The coming week is likely to see a great number of individuals "bracing for impact," and yet the incoming threat may not be known by most, if any -- despite the overwhelming sense that something is, indeed, on its way and that it can, if one is ill-prepared or not giving it the proper attention, bring about changes that will be immediate and perhaps far-reaching in scope. The division, this week, will be between those who give credence to this "doomsday" vision, and those who do not.
Those who are emotionally linked will be able to rely on each other throughout the week, and the decision to work closely together in tandem will be a good one in most situations. Those who prefer to face obstacles on their own may choose the opposite approach, as the old adage about strength in numbers seems too sensible to ignore -- at least for now.
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.