Horoscopes: Weekend, May 2 & 3

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)

You enter and exit situations with ease. There is no malice or awkwardness in the stars, thanks to mellow Venus in your sign and compatible lunar energy. The respect you show others is paid back in kind.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)

A question you posed awaits an answer. Despite resistance from loved ones, you press harder for responses and risk peace in the process. If you do lock horns with someone, expect to meet your match.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)

You are adept at keeping a poker face but body language sometimes gives you away. Those who know you well interpret your mood, while others accept you at face value. Let your guard down occasionally.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)

Standards are set higher than usual. You are quick to chastise those who fall short and equally prompt at praising people with matching morals. Your fondness for the creature comforts rises to the surface.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)

You are a popular choice for companion. Moon in Leo illuminates your virtues and hides your weakness from other people. Despite feeling slightly vulnerable at times, an invisible shield protects you from any real harm.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)

Your tolerance for flamboyant people is limited. As showy stars rise to prominence, you crawl into your shell and spend time alone or with special loved ones. You also tend to romanticise the past.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)

You are motivated to fulfil promises. With Moon in the altruistic sector you harbour a strong desire to do the right thing by others and have extra sympathy for the little guy. Humility is balanced by charisma.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)

Feelings are fleeting and arguments fade as quickly as they flare. Your desire for the last word is tempered by a need to keep the peace and a longing to be liked. Walk away from trouble.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)

Certain decisions seem counter-intuitive but work beautifully. Mercury the mind planet whizzes through the social zone, prompting you to act on ideas and follow your instincts. Others try to emulate your winning ways.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)

You exaggerate rather than underplay events. There is a great deal of hyperbole in the stars and your narrative may be out of proportion to the truth. Vying for a loved one's attention makes you competitive.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)

Honesty in relationships sets you free. Others have no comeback when you speak from the heart and accept responsibility for your actions. Use temperate language and converse in a much gentler tone.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)

Health, safety and fitness take priority. This is an excellent time to clean up your act, organise your surroundings or engage in physical activity. Feeling virtuous provides a mental boost and is emotionally satisfying.

SATURDAY
YOUR DAY

A fiery Moon favours action over words. If you lead by example and put passion into each assignment, the nod of approval will be given. Apply the same logic to relationships and harmony is assured.

YOUR BIRTHDAY

You are on the brink of change but loose ends need to be tied up first. Call in favours and enlist the help of someone who supports your aims. Mutually beneficial partnerships are forecast.

SUNDAY
YOUR DAY

Near enough is not good enough. Without getting too hung up on details, aim for excellence today and insist on the same from others. Team projects turn in the best results and reap extra rewards.

YOUR BIRTHDAY

A new beginning is scary but stimulating. You emerge from a period of uncertainty and enter a more confident life cycle. Taking chances and making mistakes are part of the learning curve.