The coming week is likely to see a great many individuals dealing with the fallout of certain past situations that have, for some time, remained in the background and out of the shared consciousness of various groups of people -- and the minds of individuals. Now, however, those situations will require a kind of timely response that many may not be used to having, especially those who live by the adage that what is past is past, and who wish to let bygones be bygones.
Some may be requested to do things this week to which they are opposed, either for pragmatic reasons or by principle, and in such cases, if possible, it will be a good idea to take such issues to those who are charged with dealing with them from an administrative perspective. Indeed, working well with the boss this week can help one succeed where failure is calling.
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You’re likely to get a big idea early in the week that allows you to follow a new path and pursue a goal as you work through what comes your way. (April 5-April 19) -- You are going to have to listen to criticism as well as praise this week, and then pick and choose very carefully from what you’ve heard. Don’t give up!
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You’re not likely to get the reaction from others that you were hoping for early in the week, but praise should come your way after you make certain changes. (May 6-May 20) -- Focus on process this week and you’ll likely get the results you’re after. Concentrate solely upon where you want to end up and you’re likely to miss a few important steps.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Make sure that your decisions are the product of honest discussion with all teammates. You cannot do things unilaterally and expect unanimous support. (June 7-June 20) -- A matter of policy may complicate things this week, but you should be able to navigate all interactive climates quite well. Think of your overall goal and stay the course.
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can spice things up significantly this week without offending -- provided, of course, you share your plans with those who help implement them. (July 8-July 22) -- No one is likely to stand in your way this week once you demonstrate clearly that your plans are sound and your methods effective. You can measure progress your own way.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may spend much of the week waiting to hear from one whose guidance can mean the difference between success and failure. When it comes, be ready! (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The lines of communication must remain open all week as you pursue something that is much harder to capture than expected. You’ll require help -- and timing must be just right.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You’ll know it when you’ve reached the point of no return this week. Be ready to make a decision that will affect others around you as well as yourself. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You are likely to have just enough time to tend to a personal need this week even as you get your work done. No one has to know about this extracurricular activity.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- Take care that you make no irreversible decisions this week without consulting all those who may be affected. Look ahead and anticipate changing trends. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- It’s important for you to know what to say throughout the week to encourage others -- and when to say it. You can, perhaps, have a trial run with a friend early on.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You’re in no mood for conflict of any kind this week, and simply by being present where things are happening you can do much to keep everyone on an even keel. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- A meeting early in the week may actually only confuse matters somewhat, and you’ll want to touch base with everyone involved at various intervals as the days pass.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Any attempt to take that which is not yours this week is sure to result in something that you cannot afford -- and which may last much longer than usual. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- It’s a good week for you to take turns with someone whose particular talents complement your own. Together, you can accomplish something that others haven’t been able to.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- It’s time to start making specific plans for something you’ve been toying with for weeks. You sense that an important opportunity may arise very soon. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- If it’s up to you to take care of, then it can be taken care of to your satisfaction this week. If someone else is doing it, you must be prepared for disappointment.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You can lead someone else precisely where they need to go, despite any complaints you receive in the process. You know what’s required right now. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You’re seeing things much more realistically than certain others, and this week you can do much to ensure that nearly everyone approaches a key situation as you do.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may have to work harder than usual this week as a result of someone else’s intrusion into your affairs. You’ll be fixing things left and right. (March 6-March 20) -- Addressing someone else’s concerns will take some sensitivity on your part, and the process may last all week long. Listen, certainly, but defend yourself honestly.