Friday August 25

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
It will be the awkward issues that require attention today. You may be familiarising yourself with a new routine or the conduct of someone close might need to be addressed. Nitpicking is not your style, but necessary.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Those who attempt to stereotype you will do so at their own peril. You may be remarkably versatile and a desire to experiment could come as a surprise to those who think they have you pegged.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Some of your more recent decisions may have resulted in chaos or confusion and it is time to admit you made poor choices. Putting things back into place may not be easy, but others will welcome your efforts.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Forever the visionary, you will refuse to let anyone sway you from a particular path. Once your farsightedness begins to reap benefits, only the brave are likely to doubt your word again. You can be excusably smug.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
No matter how keen you are to resolve an issue or begin a new project, you must have all the facts and strategy right first. The devil is in the detail and success is dependent on diligence.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You will win the sympathy vote as well as the popularity poll. Your influence is twofold at present, firstly you have a compelling case and secondly your enthusiasm for a project is likely to be infectious.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You may reflect on a recent situation and realise you could have done things differently. However rather than worrying about what might have been, you should commit lessons from the past to memory and move on.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Life is full of surprises, but you will relish the unexpected twists and turns. The emphasis right now is on selflessness and teamwork, and you might engage in humanitarian ventures or will nurture needy loved ones.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
You may see a glimmer of hope in your personal life or doors will open in the career area. Make sure you to seize the moment and take advantage of any offers that suddenly come your way.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
A tendency to bend the truth or exaggerate could actually work in your favour. There is no malice in your actions, simply a desire to protect loved ones or keep the peace. Address health and fitness issues.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
If you insist on being secretive others may treat misinterpret your motives and treat you suspiciously. Be brave enough to express emotions honestly and put your ideas out there for people to judge. Don't be your own worst enemy.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
There will be less pressure on you to compromise in a partnership and more opportunity to express your hidden desires. The planets promote peace and harmony, suggesting others will now be prepared to meet you halfway.

YOUR DAY
Events may gather steam and a sense of achievement replaces frustration. Routine and regulation are the order of the day, and the more attention people pay to detail the better results will be. In personal relationships it might prove difficult to please loved ones, but not impossible.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Your year begins with a bang and carries on in a similar vein. There is a sense of excitement that seems sudden, but is actually the result of hard work and clever planning. Even routine chores and events take on an element of fun or diversity.