The coming week is likely to require of many individuals the willingness to tackle unexpected issues while, at the same time, tending to far more routine responsibilities. Each day one is likely to encounter a "test" of sorts -- of knowhow, of emotional stability, of intellectual capacity or of character -- and he or she who chooses not to face such challenges will be shortchanging him- or herself. One thing that everyone will be reminded of is that no one travels through life alone and that each individual's journey owes much to the doings of others.
Any difficulty one must face this week -- whether expected or unexpected -- can be considered a good thing!
ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may find that the technical assistance you were counting on is not available to you. You must make some quick adjustments. (April 5-April 19) -- A warning from someone with whom you work closely has you changing your schedule. Even so, there are some duties that simply won't wait.
TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Putting your best foot forward may be more difficult than usual, as certain complicating issues cannot be avoided. (May 6-May 20) -- You may not be as enthusiastic about a certain job as you have been, but the week's assignments will have you focusing on new aspects of it that can revive interest.
GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Things are changing in ways that cannot be avoided, but that can also increase your willingness to become involved. (June 7-June 20) -- You've been waiting long enough for your turn at a certain game of chance -- and your preparations will soon begin to pay off. Others marvel at what you do.
CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- This may be a week of early mornings and late nights. It is absolutely necessary that you address a central issue when it arises. (July 8-July 22) -- You can make others feel much more "at home," even though your comfort level may be reduced each and every day for a time. You know how to cope!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- Something is brought to your attention as the week opens that stays with you through everything you do for several days. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- A collaboration may not be able to happen as planned, but postponement is not cancellation. You won't have to wait too long to get started on it.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You may have to get a great deal done before the sun is up each and every day -- but such early starts only increase your returns. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- What you've been planning may have to wait yet another week before you can set it in motion; right now, you have other fish to fry -- and they won't wait.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have to work quickly to catch up with one who seems to be riding the whirlwind. Not all plans come to fruition at this time. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Show others what you're made of by addressing a certain key issue. Stay on topic, and don't let anyone tempt you to abandon your efforts!
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- Not everyone is going to offer you support, but you'll have just enough help to ensure that you can reach your primary goal. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- It's a good time for you to collaborate with someone whose approach is very different from yours. You can learn much from watching him or her work.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You may have to answer questions posed by someone in a position of authority. Why you are being held accountable is unclear. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- How you work with others is more important right now than any other feature of your overall method. Timing and tactics are secondary.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can protect yourself from routine hazards, but you must recognize that there are some dangers that simply cannot be minimized. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- A creative endeavor takes on new importance. Those with whom you are working are willing to give you more than usual.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You can showcase certain talents, while keeping hidden a weakness that threatens to undo much that you've been working for lately. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Nothing is certain, but you can approach a key endeavor with increased confidence. Circumstances seem to favor your efforts.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You'll want to know where everyone is and what everyone is doing at all times -- but is that really possible? Get what info you can. (March 6-March 20) -- You may not seem to be in an advantageous position as the week opens, but all that can change in the blink of an eye. Be ready for anything!