Horoscopes

ARIES

In the week ahead overcome a tendency to be an overachiever. You may focus on being competitive rather than cooperative. Loved ones will accept an apology if briefly upset by your risk-taking and unpredictable actions.

Wishful thinking is fine when you throw a coin into a wishing well, but not anywhere else. In the coming week don’t let your gullible side get the best of you. A new idea or person could be less than advertised.

See the truth that sets you free. This week someone close may promise more than they can provide just to make you happy. Understand the facts and actual goals so that you won’t be lulled into a false sense of security.

There may be more than one worthy cause that requires your support. It is admirable to work hard to achieve recognition within a group. Avoid overspending or new investments this week.

Opportunities may sprout up, but not all of them are worth your attention. Focus on long-term results. Avoid forming a business partnership or making new investments in the early part of the week ahead.

String pearls of wisdom together to overcome problems. Your mind is racing like a finely crafted machine, but you must be careful not to offend anyone with your sharp wit. You could speed past the facts this week.

Separate the facts from your fancies. In the week to come you could easily be provoked into action due to a temporary enthusiasm. You possess plenty of energy but need to be sure that you apply it in constructive ways. You get what you give. If you offer compliments, others will respond in kind so that you receive encouragement, too. Be sure that you are sincere and able to honor any promises that you make in the week ahead.

Friends and family members can inspire you in the week to come. Take pride in your ability to remain tenacious about the job, the project, or a romantic relationship. Loyalty is the key ingredient for success.

You may be anxious to attain your ambitions in the week ahead. By focusing on accuracy, you can gain the respect of those in charge. Watch your pennies, however, as your taste is at a low point.

You might be accustomed to having center stage, but should lie low as this week unfolds. You might be on the outside looking in with financial matters. A new romance might not be as delightful as it seems.

You’ll get by with a little help from your friends. The knack for both making and nurturing friendships could be your best asset in the week ahead. When financial skills are called for, you’ll be a friend indeed. Put major career decisions and crucial financial decisions on hold as the next three to four weeks unfurl. You will shine brightest in April when involved with groups, clubs or social networking, but your business sense is at a low point. Take a vacation or have a fling in July, when your imagination is running on overdrive and you can be carefree. Start nothing new and watch your step in September, when people will be more critical of your performance. In early October the cosmic lights turn green and you can ask for favors or obtain valuable advice and your judgment about people and situations is at its best. That could be the best month to begin a partnership, start a new job, or make important changes in your life.