Horoscopes: Monday, August 10

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Holding on to grudges is no longer an option. Moon in Aries reminds you it is time to move on and forgive yourself or others for perceived past sins. Your big heart is stretched to the limit.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
You are inclined to say one thing yet mean another. Despite basic good intentions, your feelings are transparent to people who know you best. Self-protection and sympathy for others are your motivating forces.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
A challenge is thrown up and you make a radical move. Planets in the zone of lateral thinking encourage you to experiment with new ideas and step outside your usual boundaries. Others admire your nerve.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Being in control provides a false sense of security. Use your power or influence wisely around vulnerable people and avoid trying to micro-manage every single event. Letting go makes you feel liberated.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
You take the first option and come up trumps each time. Moon the risk-taking sector renders Leos lucky in speculative ventures, especially when intuition is combined with courage. Take a break from your routine.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
The hand wringing continues but a problem remains unresolved. Redirect your energy into areas under your control and stop playing victim to controlling people. Realism is required in an emotional feud or family dispute.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You handle contentious issues in a polite but pointed way. Moon in the diplomatic sector teaches Librans how to diffuse situations and keep everyone happy at the same time. You peers are reluctant to pull rank.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Cracks in a relationship are temporarily smoothed over. However, a long-term solution needs to be formulated before harmony can be fully restored. Frame questions and complaints in a loving but no-nonsense manner.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
A touch of drama alleviates boredom. Moon in your playful zone puts the focus on fun and helps create vibrant interaction with the people you encounter today. Fiery relationships suit your mood and personality.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You are short on ideas and long on needs. Make a checklist before asking creative and caring people for assistance in a team project. Those who stand to benefit from your progress are the most willing.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Gauge your audience before presenting a concept. Lunar energy in the zone of interaction suggests that given the appropriate platform you can win people over. Tailor your words and actions to suit the situation.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)You have staying power but lack imagination. Accept your limitations and exert effort only in areas that promise tangible reward at the end. Money is not your main motivator but it sweetens the deal.

YOUR DAY
The thrill today is in the chase. People are driven by a desire to conquer challenges and beat others to finishing line. Once the end goal is reached, interest quickly shifts to other areas.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Keeping your composure goes a long way towards achieving healthy relationships. There are also benefits in sharing burdens, activities and secrets with someone special. Joint ventures look set to flourish.