The coming week is likely to welcome a few emotional storms that sweep in and take many individuals completely by surprise -- especially those who are confident that they have dealt effectively with key issues in the past weeks. All must be aware of what may well slide in, quietly at first, to replace overconfidence and a sense of stability and well-being.
Those who are already in the midst of trouble as the week opens are likely to enjoy a respite from upset and turmoil as the stars bear down upon others. Those who are enjoying a week relatively free from strife will appreciate strengthening connections with friends and loved ones -- and some may, perhaps, discover that love is just around the corner.
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- "Better late than never" -- it's something you're likely to repeat again and again this week as you fight to catch up with yourself -- and a rival, perhaps. (April 5-April 19) -- You must treat someone with greater sensitivity than usual this week -- and if it doesn't come naturally to you, then you must start by simply pretending.
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be liable for something you thought concerned others more than yourself, but as events develop this week, you'll see clearly how you can avoid a loss. (May 6-May 20) -- You'll have almost every possible chance to get it right this week, so you must pay attention and take advantage of each opportunity that comes up. Watch the clock.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may have trouble deciding which team you should join this week -- but you must choose before things get going faster than you can keep track of. (June 7-June 20) -- You are likely to benefit this week from what you did some time ago -- but you can't let others know that you are surprised by this. You must maintain control all week long.
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Something you consider a threat may be seen as something quite different by others this week -- even your allies. It's best to maintain a defensive posture. (July 8-July 22) -- You are more than willing to do what you are asked this week, but you must keep track of someone close to you who has a history of getting in your way. Don't be derailed!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You will receive the information you need this week in many different installments, and it will be up to you to assemble it all into a big picture that is clear. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Excitement builds this week, and you should be able to put yourself in a position that allows you to see what is going on very clearly. Your instincts serve you well.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Getting to be understood may prove more difficult this week than it has been in the past, but that may only be the result of your own recent oversight. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Cause and effect will make itself quite plain as the week progresses, and you'll come up with many new answers to questions that have mystified you even recently.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're not likely to get what you want this week unless you're willing to work closely with someone whose methods clash with your own. Be patient. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Your involvement in a certain endeavor may come under scrutiny this week, as there are those who believe you shouldn't be part of the team. You can prove this is erroneous.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Progress may tease you this week, as you move two steps forward and one step back again and again. Or maybe your own expectations are not quite realistic. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- The connections you make today with those whose aspirations mirror your own will be very important to you as the next few weeks progress -- but you must take care of your own.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- The unintentional may have more meaning this week than anything you do on purpose, so be sure to maintain awareness of all that happens around you. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You'll have a chance to deepen a relationship even as you choose to terminate another. There are positives and negatives to each scenario -- and both are necessary.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You are confident that you know the rules, but something has changed -- and you'll surely feel it deep down in places you don't usually talk about. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You're eager to get to work, but before you do, you must honor requests and accept invitations. The social scene can provide you with a great deal of impetus.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- A showdown is expected, but when it comes is anyone's guess at this point. All you can do is be ready for it -- and stand your ground. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You receive a shock to the system early in the week, but later on, you'll be back on track -- stronger and more eager than ever, perhaps. Teammates must give you their best.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Maintaining your emotional equilibrium will take more effort than usual this week as you deal with conflicting developments that try to pull you apart. (March 6-March 20) -- You may feel that you are sinking under the weight of a promise you cannot keep. This week, you must work to prevent the damage that going back on your word would cause.