KEY POINTS:
ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Any build up in tension must be quickly diffused. Express yourself honestly but diplomatically and listen to what others have to say. This irritable phase may be short-lived but it requires deft handling.
TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
As the cracks appear in a relationship you panic. Resist the urge to paper over problems and opt instead to find the underlying cause. Also, swallow your pride and be prepared to take your portion of the blame.
GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Avoid comparing notes or you may come up short. Work to your own strengths and avoid pretending that you have all the answers. Underlying jealousy is at play in one or two of your close relationships.
CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Criticism is not something that sits well with you. The secret now is to ignore people who push your buttons and avoid taking issues too personally. Turning a deaf ear saves time, energy and hurt feelings.
LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Affairs of the heart are in a positive transitional phase. With the value of hindsight you see where things went wrong and vow to put lessons learned to good use. You can control your own destiny.
VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Tensions ease but not everything is perfect. A lack of practical support causes physical struggles and until the tide turns you must carry the extra workload. Relax during the leisure hours and watch your diet.
LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Your charisma makes you a sought after companion. Seize every social opportunity that comes your way and use powers of persuasion to sell an idea or message. You have the world at your feet.
SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
You prefer private contemplation to airing your problems in public. It may be difficult to trust people or you feel embarrassed about sharing your secrets. Either way you make good use of reclusive energy and spend time alone.
SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
You have a soft spot for someone and refuse to hide it. People on the sidelines may feel unfairly done by but their displeasure either escapes you or does not matter. Tact is not your strongest point.
CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You reach a plateau and feel hamstrung. Start introducing variety into your daily routine or social life and see the humour in situations. A much bigger effort is needed to push through those invisible barriers.
AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Your objectivity is invaluable today. When others blow issues out of proportion or exaggerate their own worth, your logical explanations serve as a reality check. Keep the pressure on people at all times.
PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
If you are looking for proof, prepare for disappointment. The planets indicate that taking people and situations at face value is the best way to go. A shift in the power of balance is only days away.
YOUR DAY
Light-hearted moments diffuse serious situations. Witty remarks, amusing anecdotes and self-deprecation take the heat out of an angry debate or frustrating holding pattern. No plan is set in stone today.
YOUR BIRTHDAY
You stand on the precipice, prepared to jump. A sense that opportunities are fleeting motivates you take chances in 2009 and auspicious stars act as a much-needed safety net.
