Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

    Think of it as a metaphor. The more cakes you have in the oven Monday, the better. You never can tell how a cake is going to turn out. Tuesday and Wednesday, you’ll have little patience for flour and eggs. But after a long day’s contemplation, knowing there’s a cake in the fridge for dessert if you want it, is a true pleasure.

    Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

    The best thing you can do for yourself Monday is call a moratorium on small talk. Tuesday and Wednesday, you’re similarly in charge of the social dynamic. When an issue arises, you shoot it out of the air. With panache. But Thursday and Friday are less than brilliant days.

    Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)

    Every once in a while this happens to you, and it never gets old: a sudden, beautiful, undeniable upsurge in your romantic life. Midweek sees you readjusting to real life. No wonder you’re cranky! But the opportunity to flex your creative muscles brings you some satisfaction Friday, and by Saturday and Sunday, you’ll feel grounded.

    Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20)

    It’s understandable that you’d want all the facts at your disposal before you move forward, but that’s not how the cards fall Monday. You have to look into the future. You have to project. And then you have to step forward with as much confidence as you can muster. Tuesday and Wednesday, that future begins to unfold, beginning with a problem in a partnership.

    Aries (March 21-April 20)

    Monday, you express yourself clearly without having to think about it — a necessary skill when pies and rubber chickens are flying through the air. Tuesday, those pies start smacking into things and splattering everywhere. Cleaning and emotional clearing are the order of the day Wednesday.

    Taurus (April 21-May 21)

    A cautious pace is the smarter way to proceed at the beginning of the week. Air your strategy among friends Tuesday and Wednesday and be open to their input. You will be surprised how inspiring their ideas are. Thursday will lack inspiration almost entirely and Friday will test your tolerance further.

    Gemini (May 22-June 21)

    You may not feel like you’re getting a lot done at the start of the week, but you’re laying the foundation for a fantastic future. You’re meeting people who are going to become crucial to your advancement, and you’re generating ideas that will only achieve full dimension over time.

    Cancer (June 22-July 22)

    Your irritability Monday may cause you to break out of your rut, do things differently and shrug off your usual routine as too usual, too routine. Tuesday and Wednesday, you see your place in the world differently, and consequently, you find yourself facing more possibility than ever before.

     Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

    A brainstorming session with your friends is in order; there are some brilliant ideas floating on the horizon. Tuesday and Wednesday, warmth and pride are major themes in your life. Thursday someone will pay you a compliment that makes your heart soar. Whatever you have going on, your creativity comes in handy Friday.

    Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23)

    The most complicated problems are a snap for you Monday. Your friend or co-worker hasn’t even finished explaining the nuances of a situation before you have a solution ready. Midweek, your energy comes from other people. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, retreat. Friday, flexibility is crucial.

    Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

    What you need Monday is someone you can spill your guts to. You are entering a new mental territory, and you need to talk things through with someone who can inspire you to share. Expect emotional flooding this week. Midweek the water level is so high, you may not want to come outside. Thursday you wake up buoyant and ready to take on anything.

    Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

    A funny little detail may turn into a big problem Monday. So watch for banana peels in unlikely places. And if you have to sign anything, make sure you read all that microscopic writing toward the bottom of the form. Tuesday and Wednesday are the kind of days when everything goes your way without much effort on your part.