Capricorn

    (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

    Your creative input is very valuable Monday, and you know the right way to communicate it, too. Then, around Tuesday and Wednesday, it’s important to get to the bottom of any stress you might be feeling. Think it through, and get some exercise, too. Your energy’s excellent Thursday and Friday.

Aquarius

(Jan. 21-Feb. 19)

A detour may be more alluring — and lead to more interesting places — than the road more traveled Monday. You’ll want some fresh food for thought, because Tuesday and Wednesday find you ready to make some giant intellectual leaps.

Pisces

(Feb. 20-March 20)

Your creative powers are pretty stunning Monday, so use that imagination at work and at play. If you feel like someone’s not being straight with you Tuesday or Wednesday, lead by example — put your cards on the table and ask what they’ve got up their sleeve.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Go slowly Monday — no new projects, no big moves. Tuesday and Wednesday, however, be a power player at work, socialize like a maniac or make something happen in your love life. Then it’s all about money around Thursday and Friday. Things are moving fast this weekend, but you can cope with it.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

A far-fetched idea definitely has components you can use Monday, so don’t dismiss it outright. Tuesday and Wednesday, go at your own pace, even if somebody’s trying to hurry you along. Avoid making any big decisions this weekend.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

What you do Monday makes a big impression, for better or worse — consider how you want people to think of you. A friend or a mentor may chime in about this Tuesday or Wednesday. It’s always good to get a fair and balanced opinion of how you’re being perceived. Life demands your concentration Thursday and Friday.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

What you know isn’t nearly as interesting as the unknown quantities Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday, take care when interacting with your boss, a bossy friend, or your mom. Take a deep breath and choose your words carefully. This weekend, you might just be in the mood to make a splash.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Monday, separate the talk from the action, the chaff from the wheat, the gold from the merely gold-toned. Tuesday and Wednesday, taking a little risk isn’t such a bad idea. You can have fun with practically anything now.

Virgo

(Aug. 23-Sept. 23)

Monday, give other people’s opinion some honest consideration. Tuesday and Wednesday, double-check your receipts, count your change and rerun any numbers. Branching out is favored around Thursday and Friday. Try a different cuisine, challenge your mind with a great book or hang out with a new person.

Libra

(Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

Even if you have your priorities all set Monday, you might not get to the most important things. Then, Tuesday and Wednesday, you make the most progress when you balance your aims with those of a pertinent party. Building the relationship is probably more important than getting what you want.

Scorpio

(Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

Good thing you love mysteries, because Monday’s got some for you. While you may want to take a free-form, go-with-the-flow approach Tuesday and Wednesday, a plan and a steady pace will get you further and faster. Prepare for competition around Thursday and Friday.

Sagittarius

(Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Keep your keys and wallet on your person and your wits about you Monday. You’re liable to lose things. Tuesday and Wednesday, make an effort to have fun. You’ll have to deal with responsibilities Thursday and Friday.