The Zodiac Zone

Yikes! Watch your step on Monday. Starting something new or committing to anything uncertain just isn’t favored by the stars now. But you can definitely get back in the swing of things over the next couple of days. Go with what (or is that who?) sparks your enthusiasm now; you’ve got a winning way about you. But around Thursday and Friday, it’s all about things that’ll last. Don’t get too heated about what could be a flash in the pan, and if you say it, be sure you mean it. You can get back into the realm of the hypothetical (and the flirtatious!) on Saturday evening and Sunday.

Career & Finance

Your leadership qualities are at the fore at the beginning of the week; you’re an inspiration to those around you, and someone may even look to you as a mentor. You may also have a ‘eureka!’-type idea now. From Wednesday through Friday you’ll need to temper your forcefulness with tactfulness. Give props to those around you and to existing systems while you cleverly bring in your own innovations. This weekend, keep meetings, calls and emails short and sweet — there’ll be plenty of time to flesh out details later.

Love & Relationships

Lay low when it comes to romance on Monday — otherwise, a tangle with your sweetie or a falling-out with a potential one is a distinct possibility. Then the stars have a couple of very lucky days lined up for you on Tuesday and Wednesday — whatever you put your mind and passion into brings splendid returns now, so consider making love a priority. Sure, you’re charming at the end of the workweek, but work’s what’s likely occupying your time. Fast-forward to the weekend, which looks sweet indeed. Keep things light and let ‘em know how much you like ‘em.

Read for comprehension on Monday, whether it’s a book, an email or body language. You’ll be surprised by the level of understanding you can reach with just a little extra effort. Then timing’s truly everything over the next couple of days. If you’re not feeling it, hold off if at all possible; impulsive isn’t the way to be now. Plan your nights out — or days off — for Thursday and Friday, the hot days to be you this week. You’re ready for fun if the stars have their say, and the world will welcome you with open arms! Look out for legal or financial issues this weekend, though.

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Work’s fast-paced on Monday and Tuesday, and luckily you’ve got some spare energy to keep up with it. If you must rush through a task, get another set of eyeballs on it for a once-over or send it out as preliminary to be finalized later. From Wednesday through Friday you’re on time and on target; all your best qualities are highlighted now, and that makes you extra thorough, resourceful and generally a huge asset to your partners or team. Relationship-building and networking are also a breeze. This weekend, though, plan your action steps and stick to them; otherwise wasting time is a distinct possibility.

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A little heartache is eased by confiding in a friend on Monday — or perhaps you’re the listening ear. And while your sign definitely knows you can’t hurry love, you’re nonetheless inclined to rush into something in the realm of romance on Tuesday or Wednesday. Resist — and think about why it is you’re so tempted. Thursday and Friday are utterly lovely for you, and some hot passion is a distinct possibility — or maybe more like a probability. A splurge of a date goes great now. This weekend, while excellent for talking things over, may not be the time to make long-term plans.

You might be looking at life through an ambient haze on Monday, and it’s not necessarily a rose-colored one. Don’t get blue about a difficulty or misunderstanding, though; the next couple of days offer a new point of view and many opportunities for improvement. Use those awesome communication skills! Thursday and Friday are perfect for taking care of business — get work and errands squared away so you can take advantage of some much more social energy this weekend. You’ll love a party, and the outdoors beckons — why not combine the two?

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You’d rather do it your way at the beginning of the week, but you have to admit that someone else’s plan has its merits. Blend the best ideas together and share the credit — there’ll be plenty to go around. Wednesday and Thursday bring lots of talk but a scarcity of actual information; if you’re the one to dig up the facts and figures, you can help lay the foundation for actionable strategy. This could end up high-profile, so take ownership now. The weekend finds you with a great idea practically every minute; take notes so you can develop the best ones later.

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It’s all work and little play for you on Monday, so go ahead and buckle down. On Tuesday or Wednesday, sharing your romantic hopes — even with an unlikely person — can lead to some surprisingly helpful advice. The powers that be in the love department are asking you to be patient and look deeply into your own heart at the end of the workweek: Muster your faith and your best powers of concentration, and a key question will be answered. This weekend, you can get back to your flitting about and flirtatious ways — it’s even more fun when you feel grounded on the inside.

An unknown entity is absolutely worth a chance on Monday. Don’t be afraid — do a little investigating! Then over the next couple of days, your personal past is newly relevant. This doesn’t mean you should dwell on it, but if a certain situation reminds you of something, stop and think. What happened last time around? And starting Thursday, you’re ready to get outside, get out of your shell and have some fun! When the weekend rolls around, you might even be ready for a little walk on the wild side. Why not? Enjoy the heat!

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Your excellent memory could save the day in a meeting on Monday or Tuesday — or it could annoy a higher-up who’d rather conveniently ‘forget’ something. Use discretion; you can always take them aside afterward. Follow up with potential clients or other leads later in the workweek; others are receptive to your ideas now. Tell them what they need and why — sometimes it’s that easy. There may be a lot of work to do this weekend, but when isn’t there? Plan time to blow off steam and rest too — call it stress management.

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Hey, daydreamer! On Monday, your head’s in the clouds — who’s the object of your fantasies? You snap back into reality on Tuesday and Wednesday, and you’re perhaps too quick to make a snap romantic judgment. Give ‘em another chance — you’d want one if you were in their shoes. From Thursday all the way through the weekend, dates look great, but you’ll want to choose your activities by the stars. For Thursday and Friday: A group dinner, a party, anywhere that your date can see how you sparkle in a crowd. And the weekend? Choose something that lets an unexpected — or even wild — side of you show.

Feelings and finances may be linked in a way that’s not very comfortable on Monday. Don’t let money talk too loud. Then the more information you can gather over the next couple of days, the more interesting life gets. A complex issue? No problem — you’ll even enjoy taking it apart and putting it back together. Follow-through is key around Thursday and Friday, though, as is admitting when you don’t know. And you’re both smart and fun when the weekend comes, with friends old and new loving your company and conversation. There could be something super in the more-than-friends department, too!

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The more expertise you’ve got, the more pride you take in your work — it’s a great cycle, so keep it going with some additional education in your field. Sign up for a conference or seminar at the beginning of this week; it’ll automatically reinvigorate you. If you think you can avoid red tape on Wednesday or Thursday, think again; trying a shortcut now likely just leads to more time-consuming procedural hoop-jumping later. If you’re working this weekend, make sure there’s a reward in it for the team. A fun social event builds relationships and elevates morale.

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Just because your significant other or a prospective one is overemotional at the week’s beginning doesn’t mean you have to join them. Be calm and comforting. You’re not always the most patient student, but love’s got something new to teach you around Tuesday or Wednesday, and you’ll love this kind of learning. At the end of the workweek, when it comes to romance, you think — no, you know — you’re right and they’re wrong. But is something as mysterious as amour really so clear-cut? This weekend, both party time and a potentially very sweet heart-to-heart are in the cards.

If you’re looking to dive in and get stuff done, Monday’s not too likely to cooperate. Patience! Hard work and your signature attention to detail have much more effect over the next couple of days — both at work, and in the realm of relationships. When it comes to the interpersonal stuff, be willing to meet ‘em halfway. Then a little change gives life a lot more oomph around Thursday, Friday or Saturday. Get off your beaten path, and try or taste or get a view of something new. And the stars are leaving the weekend up to you. Concentrate on making it good and it will be!

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Find a project you can really dig your teeth into on Monday and Tuesday. If you’ve got a stake in it, you’ll see that it exceeds expectations — and you’ll do some serious resume-building. Then seek out the right forum for your newest idea around Wednesday or Thursday, whether that’s in a one-on-one with a higher-up or a meeting — or maybe it’s outside of your current workplace altogether. Dashing off a few quick emails may seem like a good idea this weekend, but be sure you’re reading carefully and actually getting the details right.

Love & Relationships

On Monday, observation mode’s more fruitful than making confessions — or criticisms. Think over what you’re seeing in the love department (on your part and on theirs) and see how it’s lining up with your ideals on Tuesday and Wednesday. By the end of the workweek, you’ve got your heart in an order you can work with — and that you can very eloquently express. Some very interesting dual soul-searching can happen now, as well as some serious moving forward on your romantic path. This weekend, you may be the soul of reason, but be sensitive to how it’s coming across.

A little laughter helps a lot on Monday. Be light of heart and don’t take life — or work — too seriously. But do (seriously) watch it when it comes to finances over the next couple of days, especially if someone else is involved. What seems like a simple arrangement may require a lot more negotiation. But meetings of the minds of all kinds are a lot easier starting Thursday, and the stars are emphasizing the romantic now! In any type of relationship, your thoughtfulness, interest in listening and way with sharing make things sweet indeed, all through the weekend.

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Is it a dog-eat-dog world or one where cooperation gets everyone ahead, like a dog sled? On Monday and Tuesday it’s likely a bit of both — and luckily you’re there to help find the balance. Then look for a new alliance or strengthen an existing one on Thursday; powerful allies make for great gains, and your mediation skills make striking a mutually beneficial deal easy now. This weekend, your brain demands some stimulation. Read up on the cutting edge of your field and find someone smart to discuss it with.

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If love seems stalled on Monday, well, you might as well smell the roadside flowers. If romantic action is what you want, Tuesday and Wednesday bring an opportunity for ups, downs and the just plain odd — put things in motion by checking out online personals or engaging with your sweetie on a new level. Hey, at least you’re not bored! It’s much more harmonious, heart-wise, at the end of the workweek, so Thursday and Friday are good for calm, sweet dates like taking in a romantic movie. This weekend, though, whoever can challenge your brain heats up the rest of you like crazy.

The universe loves to see you in action as the week gets going! Monday may seem like an odd day for romance, but the stars favor an overture you make now. Over the next couple of days, find time to get outside and get moving — a long run or a twilight stroll, solo or with a friend or certain someone. But note that you’re extra competitive now and at the end of the workweek; if you’re playing sports or trying to score at work, don’t make it personal. And whatever you’re doing this weekend, low-key is better than high-risk.

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You’re focused and strong-willed at the beginning of the week, but before you butt heads with a certain party, consider whether there’s a more efficient way to handle them. A little tradeoff might make this simple and quick. Your competitive streak comes out even more between Wednesday and Friday; again, a feud is time-consuming and old-school. Look for the win-win, find a way to partner and share the big rewards. This weekend, read the fine print, even if you’re just renewing your cell phone contract.

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Reveal a hidden talent to your sweetheart or someone you’ve been flirting with on Monday, and watch their interest rise. Taking a practical approach to love isn’t very romantic, but it works on Tuesday and Wednesday. Cast your net wide if you’re doing online dating, and take the next step if you’re already coupled up. Those in the latter category could butt heads with their partner at the end of the week, but kissing and making up is pretty sweet. Singletons, meanwhile, are bold — and utterly beautiful to the right person. This weekend, rein it in and play the game of love conservatively.

What someone’s saying on Monday should really resonate. Make time to talk more about it, and see where the conversation takes you. Around Tuesday or Wednesday, you should be going some fun places — you’ll love a game, getting outside or taking a mini-adventure now. At the end of the workweek, though, give someone else a hand at work or in your free time (or — bonus points — both). The weekend’s busy, but you’ll be happiest in the moments you can find quiet and get more in-depth, whether with a book, a certain someone or just staring at the stars.

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If you get a chance to change up your routine on Monday or Tuesday, grab it. A little variety exposes you to aspects of your business you haven’t thought about in a while, giving you a much better big picture. Later in the workweek, instead of guarding your time and saying no to requests or new projects, try saying yes — with a big smile and an enthusiastic attitude. Sure, you’ll be busier, but you’ll also be more valued and quite possibly will get a great opportunity. Do plan some downtime this weekend, though — you’ll need it to de-stress.

Love & Relationships

An echo from your romantic past is happening for a reason at the week’s outset — mull it over. Rewards are there for the taking on Tuesday and Wednesday: All you have to do is be bold enough to try something brand new in the love department. Don’t worry — it’ll be fun with the mood you’re in. Sweet little communiques are favored at the end of the workweek, so do a little online flirting or exchange some hot text messages — or there’s always the old-fashioned whisper. This weekend, your love life revs up, and if you can’t figure out where you’re going, at least you’re enjoying the ride.

Go with the flow a bit on Monday! Some free-form thinking, doing something spontaneous and reaching out will get you results that planning, testing and hunkering down can’t. You can get back to your regularly scheduled programming over the next couple of days, when practicality pays and concentration conquers. But plan to really enjoy your time off, and schedule some fun on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Whether it’s an elaborate event or simple good times, take a timely break from duty now. On Sunday, it’s up to you to figure out what someone’s really saying.

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If you’re relieved of one of your regular responsibilities at the beginning of the week, take advantage and ask to handle something more challenging and high-profile. Then, when you exceed expectations, your entire role could shift. From Wednesday through Friday, you’re both extra efficient and thorough; you’re doing excellent work in record time. Keep track of your performance so you can give specifics at your review — or on your resume. If you must work this weekend, take care of essentials and let the rest wait. You deserve at least some time off.

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Surprise your sweetheart or a prospective one with a totally different idea for a date or a creative expression of your feelings on Monday. Your imaginative side and your passion are equally engaged now. Family and/or work take up your time midweek, but just wait for Thursday and Friday, when romance kicks into high gear. Now’s the time for that brilliant date you thought of earlier — and it’ll probably take an even greater unexpected turn. This weekend, your intellectual side and your emotions are in balance, so it’s a good time to speak your heart and mind.