Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Your theory at the beginning of the week is “the bigger, the better.” You’re out for extravagance. Make sure you can afford whatever it is you’re drooling over. Wednesday and Thursday, materialism is far from your mind. A friend needs your help working out a small but meaningful problem, and a few of your goals need tidying up.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Popularity and power are major themes in your life right now. Certain days you like to retreat from the spotlight but on other days the spotlight on you never seems bright enough. This weekend, surround yourself with people — family, friends, romantic partners, anyone.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23)

That person who’s making big demands on your time? They need a wake-up call. Be nice about it, but be direct. All week you’ll be getting things done this way — with polish, but not a lot of fuss. Such are the tactics a busy person like you must adopt. Make sure your desk is clean and tidy Thursday.

Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

Everyone is puzzled by something at the outset of the week, and for some reason they think you have the answer. Even if you don’t, it’s flattering to be the person to whom everyone else defers. Wednesday and Thursday, you’re meticulous and perceptive, too. Expect the fates to reward you with romance Friday.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You’d love more money, of course, but Monday isn’t the time to ask for a raise. Nor is Tuesday. Timing is everything in life. Wednesday and Thursday are good, quiet days, but Friday finds you stuck trying to make a big decision. Saturday and Sunday, low-key is your pitch.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

A cheerful face delivers some terrific news Monday or Tuesday. You are happy, you have money coming your way, you are finding things to laugh about. Wednesday takes you out of this idyllic mode for a while — an authority figure will rub you the wrong way. Thursday a close pal may unintentionally drive you up a wall, but by Friday you’re laughing nonstop again.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Monday, you may think you have a handle on what’s going on, but you don’t. Life is full of misinformation, and rather than proceed with the intelligence you have, you may want to wait until new intelligence comes your way. Wednesday and Thursday are perfect days for fact-finding.

Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)

An extraordinary discovery about the most ordinary person you know rocks your world Monday. All your fixed ideas? Out the window they go! It’s exciting when these things happen, and also a bit unnerving. You never know whom you’re dealing with. It’s especially true Wednesday and Thursday, in reference to a business deal.

Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20)

There is too much going on in your own head for you to be worrying about what’s going on in someone else’s. In blunter terms, mind your own business. It’s a good policy. If you feel the urge to criticize others Wednesday and Thursday, consider that you might not have all the relevant facts.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

The week begins with a bang. Romance and adventure figure strongly. The excitement of Monday and Tuesday will dull by midweek, when a bunch of deadlines zap your energy. Thursday, do something to blow off steam and help yourself stay fit.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

If you feel your ties to your friends are fraying, take care of those relationships. Monday and Tuesday, tolerance is your best tool. No sense in letting a fight erupt over something that doesn’t matter. Wednesday, if you have an extra ticket to a concert, invite someone who wouldn’t expect you to invite them. You will have a far better time than you would anticipate.

    Gemini (May 22-June 21)

    An off-the-cuff comment from you Monday or Tuesday may be taken a bit too seriously by one of your friends. If you have a hunch there may be some confusion, clear the air. Explain what you meant. Midweek, communication is difficult too, especially with your family. Spend Friday with someone who knows you better than anyone.