Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Marcus Aurelius said, “Be not wordy nor a busybody.” Listen to this advice Monday and Tuesday. Communication is difficult, and busybodies only create more confusion. Wednesday through Friday, when things simmer down and you’re trying to impress a romantic interest, you might let a line or two of philosophy slip into your conversations.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

The first half of the week is a good time to make plans and connect with others. Wednesday through Friday, the focus shifts from plans and friends to domestic matters, and in this realm you face some challenges. Don’t rush into a new project just because something else isn’t going well. Finish what you’ve started.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

The budget you drew up recently has become useless. All the numbers have toppled out of their squares and landed on the floor. You need something more realistic, something you can stick to. Wednesday and Thursday are much more about other people and Friday is for lovers: If you don’t already have a date, find one. Do something spontaneous and fun.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23)

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Self-trust is the first secret of success.” Your successes Monday and Tuesday speak to something deep within you. Use your surge of energy to help someone who hasn’t had the luck that you’ve had lately. Wednesday through Friday, as you mull a major purchase, expect to be plagued by doubts. Your friends are available to help allay your anxieties.

Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

If something bothers you, sleep over it. When you wake up, things might be clearer. Wednesday through Friday see you finding balance, appreciating the beauty of nature, socializing and possibly falling in love. Nevertheless, this weekend brings an uninspiring mishmash of

financial matters that demand your attention.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

The secret that you learn in the first half of the week lights you up. Wednesday through Friday see you discovering many new things about yourself every few hours. Saturday and Sunday are nothing short of incredible: intense, magnetic, powerful.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Skipping a few steps now will put you temporarily ahead, but your lead won’t last. Better to get everything done in order. Processes and procedures are endlessly frustrating to you the first half of the week, but practice patience. Wednesday through Friday are much better days in almost every way.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

A few puzzle pieces that disappeared under the couch cushion resurface at the start of the week and complete a picture you’ve been working on for a while. This entire week is about pursuing projects of your own devising, be they professional or romantic or social. Wednesday through Friday, the challenge is in figuring out how to inspire a bunch of people who are motivated by different things.

Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)

Be as clear as possible Monday and Tuesday. Doing projects with a group is never a cakewalk because everyone has their own reasons for wanting to participate. As the second half of the week proves, these reasons are often not what you would guess. That’s why it’s important to ask questions and really listen to the answers.

Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20)

Better to feign shyness Monday and Tuesday than to jump down other people’s throats. Keep that in mind when you feel the urge to criticize someone you barely know. Be interested in what they know that you don’t. Wednes-

day through Friday, you are more open to new theories than usual, mostly because you’ve been thinking about making a change in your own life.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

To paraphrase the opening paragraph of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s most famous novel, whenever you feel like criticizing someone, keep in mind that they haven’t had all the advantages that you’ve had. This is sound advice Monday and Tuesday. May it inspire you to keep your lips zipped.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Monday and Tuesday are surprisingly fun, beautiful days with more than a good chance of romance. If romance isn’t in the picture, a lot of great friends are. Wednesday through Friday may not be quite as spectacular. Tear yourself away from your friends long enough to squeeze in a workout before the weekend. Saturday and Sunday might be taxing.