Virgo

    (Aug. 23-Sept. 23)

    Your diligence Monday will make all the difference. Pay extra attention, both with facts or figures and when it comes to people and feelings. Then, a gathering of some sort is in order over the next few days. Say yes to invitations, and put together a little shindig of your own.

Libra

(Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

There are at least two sides to every story as the week gets going, and you’re delving into all the angles and fitting different perspectives together. Get someone else in on the act to help and to make it more fun. Around Wednesday, get ready to accentuate the positive. Things can’t always go off without a hitch, but look for lessons learned and all’s not lost.

Scorpio

(Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

Use your awesome powers of focus Monday, and something that you missed before will jump right out at you. Relax over the next few days. Your mind will go incredible places when given lots of leeway.

Sagittarius

(Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Watch out for time-wasters as the week gets going, whether at work or in your personal life. Then if you notice a disconnect Wednesday, be sure to investigate. After the investigatory phase, let yourself explore around. Later this week, honor even a small commitment, and don’t be late.

Capricorn

(Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

You can be serious about responsibilities as the week gets going, but let your heart be light. Life’s what you make it, so you might as well enjoy. Then your social life offers a wild card element sometime around Wednesday. Give it a shot. Beware of expecting immediate results at the end of the workweek.

Aquarius

(Jan. 21-Feb. 19)

You are charming and creative as the week begins. But around Wednesday, a certain responsibility or routine may seem like a big drag. Assess whether you can divest yourself of it realistically; if not, get it done and move on. A pleasant surprise awaits Thursday on.

Pisces

(Feb. 20-March 20)

Shifting circumstances are plentiful Monday. Midweek will be romantic. The living and loving are easy for you, whether you’re with a certain someone or looking to meet somebody sweet. Friday and over the weekend, you may be inclined to tune a certain message or factor out. It’s not gonna go away just because you ignore it!

Aries (March 21-April 20)

That awesome new idea you come up with as the week gets started? Before you dash off a mass email, bounce it off a key person. Over the next couple of days, make sure things with your family are on the up and up. If a relationship’s worth having, it’s worth fostering.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

You’re liable to do something rash as the week begins! If it involves money, slam on the brakes. Your energy will mellow out considerably around Wednesday. It’s a fine time to do domestic things or enjoy your own backyard instead of running around, and your wallet will thank you, too.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

You’re the star of the show at the beginning of the week. Your way with networking and flirting is especially favored. Around Wednesday, interpersonal stuff may take more effort. Then you’ll be sharp as a tack starting Thursday, with creative power and analytical ability to boot.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Taking direction isn’t your strong suit Monday, but try to take it in stride. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are your power days this week, at work, in love and in whatever you choose to put your heart into. Others will be coming to you for direction. Around Friday, you might feel like celebrating life; just don’t overdo it.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You’re easily swayed Monday, so make sure you’re listening to quality people and getting all the facts. Over the next couple of days, your natural pride will be a good thing — it means you’ll do the best you can, both at work and in your personal life. But if you really want to shine, just wait until Thursday, Friday and Saturday.