Friday, 25 February 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
If the stakes seem high you must avoid gambling with your heart or money. Sun and Mercury interfere with your judgement and timing, suggesting you could act recklessly or fall prey to a manipulative person.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Your adrenaline will be pumping, providing the impetus to tackle a project, personal problem or complex plan. If you have an enlightening thought or idea, act on it instantly as the window of opportunity could quickly close.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Piscean planets muddy the waters, making it difficult to see with clarity where you are heading. Before you make a move, choice, or decision, be sure to seek advice from someone who has the expertise you lack.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
The truth will set you free and once you make a confession or share a burden, progress can be made. Be polite but firm with negative people and take the lead from those who are successful or upbeat.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Self-denial or withdrawal from others could be the result of Neptunian influences. Just be careful you do not cross over the line and play the role of martyr. Your opinions and decisions will be subjective and sometimes negative.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Others may see you as cautious or cowardly, but their opinions will quickly change when you pull off an unexpected coup. The stars suggest a bonus, windfall, recognition, or dramatic turn of events will earn you kudos.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
With Moon in the private zone, your defences may suddenly spring up in order to protect your feelings. Criticism cuts deeply at this time and sensitive issues should be avoided. Take time out for yourself today.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Apart from a slight glitch in a relationship or at work, the planets are firmly on your side. You may be asked to play the role of troubleshooter, mediator, or mentor, offering words of wisdom to others.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Like a fish swimming upstream, you will battle against the odds and get nowhere today. You are basically a free spirit and yet you insist on trying to achieve goals or expectations others place on you.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
A surprise invitation, revelation, or expression of interest may add interest to your day, but could cause jealousy in a relationship. If you are looking to spice up your life, try to do it without hurting others.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
New opportunities provide a sense of liberation and help eliminate feelings of uncertainty. If you have been obsessed with an undertaking or relationship, you may see the error of your ways and suddenly lighten up or let go.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
You may prefer to take a step back, yet will allow yourself to be drawn into group situations. Surprisingly you are likely to derive great joy from being with others and engaging in new or unique experiences.

YOUR DAY
An air of detachment may make some people elusive or difficult to understand. Thinking will be rational rather than emotional and platonic relationships are likely to fare better than romantic alliances. Despite the disconnection, there are also strong humanitarian undertones today and group dynamics will work best when everyone pulls together for the good of a common cause. Money could be a big sticking point.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Before making your next move, ask yourself whether you are acting in your own best interest or simply bowing to pressure. People with personalities stronger than yours could overwhelm or manipulate you this year and the secret to sanity or success is to seize back control of your life.