In the year ahead, you might be able to finally put to rest a situation that has caused you considerable aggravation and distress for quite some time. Once it's all locked down, you'll feel it was worth it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you didn't get much recreational relief over the weekend, don't push yourself too heavily. You need to balance your mental processes in order to move forward.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You won't be compelled to take some time to help assuage the needs of others, but you'll feel good about yourself if you do. Devote as much time as you feel you can to the process.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You'll come up with a rather ingenious concept, and because you're a natural-born salesperson, you shouldn't have any problem selling it to the powers that be.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- This is one of those days when you could be inclined to be a bit loose with your resources and easily spend them on something you enjoy rather than on what you need. Be careful.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Sometimes getting others to do something that you're eminently qualified to do for yourself can be stupid. Delegating some of your work might be deleterious rather than helpful.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- This is one of those days when you will be far more effective playing a supportive role rather than a starring one. Position yourself where you'll be able to do the most good.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Because your affairs have a better chance of working out than you anticipate, don't let yourself get discouraged over something petty. Stay positive and optimistic throughout the day.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- By staying positive, others will admire the way you handle things, and their approbation will enhance your image even further. Having a good attitude makes for success.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Because you'll have implicit faith in whatever your position happens to be today, you'll be easily aroused to a righteous defense. You're in the right, and you should have no problems making your points.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't hesitate to trade on the business acumen of a trusted associate. A joint endeavor in which you're involved will be far more promising with her or him on board.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you sense that making a concession or a compromise can be to your ultimate benefit, you'd be right. This is one of those times when giving can be the key to getting.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Your chances for achieving success will be increased if you make sure your goal is clearly defined. It might be better to have only one major target at a time.

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