ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may not get a thrill out of what you do, but good, solid work is never without its benefits. You can make strides. (April 5-April 19) -- You may be trying to row against the current for much of the week, and you must be prepared to attract some criticism.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- Something you were once unable to take seriously now seems a viable option. It's important to know what has changed. (May 6-May 20) -- You'll want to let others know what's going on with you, for only then can they offer valuable assistance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may have to work longer hours than expected, but when you look back and see a job well done, you'll be glad you took the extra time. (June 7-June 20) -- Your original plans may have to change as circumstances force you into a more defensive mode -- temporarily.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You know what is required of you, but you may not fully understand why. Is that really necessary to get the job done? (July 8-July 22) -- You have strong opinions about the work that has to be done, but you must do what you can to avoid conflict with someone in charge.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- What goes on behind the scenes will affect you in ways that you cannot fully appreciate -- but you'll receive a boost from someone in the wings. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Someone else is considering taking the same steps you are, and you must not let him or her beat you to the punch.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- A personal situation may be difficult to navigate during the first part of the week. Say no to anything that distracts you from it. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- The work you do as the week opens will be quite different from what you do later on -- as it should be! You'll learn quite a bit.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may discover that someone who has looked at you with mistrust at times can now be considered a valued ally. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Everywhere you go, you'll spot a new opportunity -- but not all are the kind you can take advantage of on the spur of the moment, alas.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You'll benefit from taking more than the allotted breaks as you gear up for a major push for which you are not quite ready. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You're interested in exploring the possibilities afforded by working closely with a certain someone who brings out the best in you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're eager to see things come together quickly, but one or two self-made obstacles stand in your way temporarily. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You know how to get things done in a way that will be well-regarded. More opportunities may arise for you very soon.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll only have to take a quick look at what someone else is doing wrong to know how to fix it -- but will you get the chance? (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may be afforded more than one opportunity to demonstrate your expertise in a forum that can provide some handsome rewards.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Take care not to fall into the same patterns of behavior that have held you back in the past. You are enjoying a new beginning. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Keep things simple and straightforward, and by all means avoid anything that may be seen as false or disingenuous.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may be trying to imitate someone who is, in fact, virtually inimitable. It's best to try using your own voice. (March 6-March 20) -- You can learn a great deal by watching someone whom you respect -- but don't neglect your own considerable talents!

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Not everyone may appreciate the lengths to which you have gone to lay the groundwork for an important project, but you needn't brag about it! (April 5-April 19) -- You may find yourself wondering just what others will be willing to do to match you as you explore new territory.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may have to go to someone else for what you need, as your usual source is unavailable or out of commission. (May 6-May 20) -- What is required is an increased sense of purpose and a willingness to look everywhere for what you want.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You're eager to put something behind you, but a new assignment has you sifting through material that keeps it very much alive and current. (June 7-June 20) -- You're being asked to do something that challenges you in a way that is wholly unexpected. Emotional strength is key.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Prospects are good, but someone may be holding you back with outdated expectations. It's time to free yourself. (July 8-July 22) -- You may not know whom to ask for the assistance you know you need, but first you must make your needs known!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You may find yourself working much harder on one particular aspect of a project than on any other, but that was to be expected. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may grapple with a certain moral issue. Something needn't be done simply because you are able to do it!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You'll want to carve out enough time to address the central issue. Don't leave yourself wondering what could have been. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may have to swallow your pride and do that which you swore you'd never do. The ends may well justify the means.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You're eager to come up with something that cannot be matched by the competition, and your own excitement level tells you that you're close. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You'll find yourself collaborating with someone on a project that may take your work to a new level.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may find yourself working harder than usual to make someone else's vision a reality, but that's the job you've accepted. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Current rules and regulations may temporarily prevent you from doing something that you know could be a game changer.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You're likely to spend more time on one or two details than on the big picture, but that's the kind of work required of you for now. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Others may be startled by the kinds of ideas that you are coming up with, but to you it's all part of the job.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You must proceed with great caution as you attempt to do something you've never done before. Tensions may be high. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Your sensitivity to another's needs is what sets you apart from the rest, allowing you to progress further than anyone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Someone in charge makes you realize just how far you're going to have to go to reach your desired goal, but it's not out of reach. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may think that a certain plan has been abandoned by others, but in fact, you'll soon be firing things up and getting started.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You'll want to keep those around you safe and secure. A full awareness of what you're up to may not be necessary for everyone. (March 6-March 20) -- You'll get along very well with someone who shares your unique vision and willingness to go the distance.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You're likely to benefit more from knowing too little rather than too much -- at least where a certain family issue is concerned. (April 5-April 19) -- Though you may insist that there's no such thing as perfect, a certain piece of evidence points to the contrary.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be able to hear or see what is correct, but at the same time, you're likely to have some trouble replicating it. (May 6-May 20) -- You may wonder at the wealth of knowledge a colleague displays -- and the dearth displayed by someone else.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You mustn't try to sneak up on a key issue; address it directly, confidently and with full knowledge of what you must do. (June 7-June 20) -- Take care not to move so quickly that others miss the very thing you most want them to see and appreciate.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're seeking help from the wrong source, perhaps. It's best if you take a step back and approach the problem from another angle. (July 8-July 22) -- You may have trouble forgetting some information you merely overheard. You'll want to do something about it later.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You and a friend may be tempted to keep score, but you'll soon realize that there is no place for such a competition. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You may want to move on to something different, but circumstances are likely to keep you squarely on task.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- Others are likely to pay close attention to you when you would much prefer to remain anonymous. You can bear this gracefully. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Your idea of "socializing" may prove to be much more than anyone else is game for. You needn't be so intense.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You'll come up with a wonderful idea as a result of playful brainstorming with friends. Consider all options. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may find yourself responsible for more than the usual routine duties. One who is in your care makes an unusual demand.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- A playful flirtation must not be allowed to evolve into something more without your express understanding of what may happen. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You'll be in much more control of your emotions than expected. As a result, you can avoid a trap into which others are falling.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Do a thing once, and it will suffice; do it twice, and it will likely attract a special kind of attention. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You're eager to see what lies ahead after you round the next turn, but someone may be trying to distract you or slow you down.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You may find yourself teetering on a kind of emotional precipice. A friend finds a way to pull you back from the edge. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- It would be best to mind your own business and tend to personal affairs in a manner that gives you more privacy than usual.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Your perspective differs dramatically from that of a partner or friend -- one who is perhaps beginning to think you're not playing fair! (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- Now is the time for you to give another the chance to shine. He or she will do you proud -- and return the favor when the time comes.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You may be waiting for the time to be just right for a certain new endeavor, but you should get started now rather than later. (March 6-March 20) -- You may not understand what another is reaching for, but you know enough to stay out of the way! Watch from a distance.