Some very unusual conditions are likely to develop for you in the year ahead; they could suddenly get you started off in a new, promising direction. You may need a little push from a friend to recognize the opportune moment to start branching out.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- A matter that you've had no control over could suddenly be placed in your hands, to take care of as you wish. You'll quickly make the necessary changes.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're particularly good at experimenting with novel situations, so don't hesitate to take on something that you've never tried before. You should do better than you think.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't hesitate to compete against another if it involves something you're knowledgeable about or skilled in. Have faith in yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- This is an excellent day to make an outline for a big presentation to someone who has the resources to help you. Just don't try to go through subordinates.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Give free rein to your curiosity and ask questions about information that has been privy only to a few people. You might be surprised about what will be told to you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Do what you can to make an ally of an associate who hasn't always been as friendly as you've wished. You might be surprised at how receptive he or she is when approached.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't allow yourself to get too entrenched in a habit just because it's comfortable. There is so much more progress to be made if you're adventurous enough to break out of your rut.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There's a big chance that something very pleasurable is in store for you. It's likely to come about through someone with whom you share a social interest.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- With a little freshly applied ingenuity, you could find a new way to get something you'd very much like to have, which up until now you've been unable to swing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have a sharp faculty for picking up valuable information that would go right over the heads of other listeners. You will wisely know how to use these nuggets, as well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A financial opportunity might develop, but you will have to be sharp enough to recognize it in order to take advantage. It might come about in a rather curious fashion.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- It's important not to let any grass grow under your feet when it comes to advancing your personal interests. If you are effectively assertive, good things can happen.

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