horoscopes

ARIES Don't hold back as the week begins. On Monday, you should follow the urge to let others know how you're feeling (especially women and family members). That emotional clearing could leave you feeling exceptionally energetic from Monday night through Wednesday. Use this boost in creativity and competitiveness to mix things up and make things happen. Lucky Numbers: 10, 24, 36

TAURUS Take a risk as the week begins, especially in romance. In any social situation, though, you can count on being rewarded for your daring on Monday. From Monday evening through Wednesday, you'll need to curb your more cantankerous side. Others might try to draw you into ego battles and power struggles, but a little diplomacy can go a long way. Lucky Numbers: 9, 12, 35

GEMINI You might not feel your good ol' adaptable self as the week begins, but try not to be too critical. Conflicting demands will make it difficult to be flexible on Monday. The situation should lighten up from Monday evening through Wednesday, as you find yourself the center of attention, surrounded by like-minded friends who want to have fun debating heady ideas. Lucky Numbers: 27, 38, 55

CANCER Expect your week to begin on an enthusiastic, energetic note. You'll have no shortage of drive or direction on Monday, and others will pitch in to help you accomplish anything you put your mind to. That extravagant energy should carry you well through Wednesday, so don't be bashful about taking risks right now. Lucky Numbers: 3, 4, 11

LEO You're feeling exceptionally generous with your affection and attention as the week begins and that's a good thing. Your warmth and earnestness could help others accomplish a lot on Monday and you can expect to receive that same support returned to you in the days ahead. From Monday evening through Wednesday, you're the center of attention, and no effort of yours will go unaided. Lucky Numbers: 15, 26, 34

VIRGO Start your week by organizing something social and fun. That group energy can leave you feeling revved up on Monday and ready for anything. From Monday evening through Wednesday, you might start to feel overwhelmed by pesky details, but don't despair. With a little flexibility, you can help yourself and others get organized. Lucky Numbers: 1, 28, 49

LIBRA Keep your head down as the week begins. Events will conspire to disrupt your routine on Monday, but your easygoing nature (with an added dose of flexibility) can steer you clear. From Monday evening through Wednesday, others will look to you to take the lead, so be generous with your ideas and your optimistic attitude. Lucky Numbers: 6, 13, 30

SCORPIO As the week begins, don't be bashful about going after what you want. Monday should provide perfect opportunities for you to fulfill ambitions (and maybe even dream up some new ones). From Monday evening through Wednesday, you need to curb your ego if you want to avoid getting entangled in an unwelcome power struggle. Lucky Numbers: 22, 32, 48

SAGITTARIUS Follow your inquisitive mood as the week begins, even if it means asking tough questions. Monday begins with you digging in deep and looking for answers, but by Monday evening and on through Wednesday, you'll be back to your freewheeling, happy-go-lucky self. Luck is on your side, and you should take every attractive risk that comes along. Lucky Numbers: 2, 4, 55

CAPRICORN There's change in the air as the week begins. Watch out for new and challenging ideas on Monday. Even if others overreact, though, don't take any of the resulting debate personally. From late Monday and on through Wednesday, emotions could keep running high. You'll need to summon up your best diplomatic skills to mediate. . Lucky Numbers: 8, 12, 27

AQUARIUS Don't get riled up as the week begins! Everything might not be going your way on Monday, but take a deep breath and realize this is just a phase. By late Monday and continuing on through Wednesday, sudden shifts could change your current outlook completely, so don't hesitate to experiment and seek out bold, new discoveries. Lucky Numbers: 1, 10, 17

PISCES Celebrate the start of your week by creating something new, whether it's a new breakfast, a new friendship, or even a new theme song. Your week could get more difficult later on Monday (and on through Wednesday) as complicating details threaten to overwhelm you. If you can keep your head down, though, you can resist getting swept up in the demands and drama of others. On Thursday, Friday, and early Saturday, jump into action and don't worry about having all the facts first. Lucky Numbers: 2, 6, 28