KEY POINTS:
ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
A brighter attitude boosts your chances. The planets usher in a renewed sense of purpose and you keenly tackle projects that once seemed daunting. The only downside is that pinning people down could prove tricky.
TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Fears and phobias can paralyse you with indecision. Examine the root cause of a problem before working on practical ways to beat the symptoms. You can overcome most things by thinking them through.
GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You resist a plan for good reason. Instinct warns you that not everything is as it seems and past experience has taught you not to make hasty decisions. Further contemplation should provide the answers.
CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Hesitancy is offset by a need to succeed. Provided you stay within your emotional and financial limits, most goals are achievable at the moment. Reassurance from those around you helps make up your mind.
LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
You are circumspect and wise in your dealings. Problems with a familiar ring or situations you have encountered in the past are looked are seen as straightforward issues with easy solutions. Experience is invaluable.
VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You let your actions do the talking. Ruling Mercury eliminates the need for lengthy explanations and makes it easier to lead by example. You take the welfare of others into account at all times.
LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Image and appearance are important but you like to be different. Your ruler Venus moves through sector of style and rather than following trends, you set them. You can turn any look into a fashion statement.
SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
You are fired up but in a positive way. Reward or recognition comes from putting yourself out there and exhibiting confidence in your ideas or image. Others benefit by being swept along in your wake.
SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
You are well disposed to most people despite getting little in return. This is a time to give rather than receive and nothing pleases you more than seeing others happy. A generous spirit motivates your actions.
CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Conversation flows freely and you add a great deal to discussions. Mercury, the planet of words and thought is making its journey through your sign. This speeds up plans, solves problems and suggests short-distance travel.
AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
If you act from your own initiative, success will follow. Peers and authority figures may be judging your performance but rather than trying to be perfect, you find creative ways to impress people who matter.
PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
You take a long look at prospects before making any decisions. Cautious but positive influences are at work and there could soon be reason to celebrate a choice. Lead with your head not your heart.
YOUR DAY
Coaxing people out of their shell is a challenge. Flattery and diplomacy may work but the best results come from gentle persuasion. Reassurances must be given before any deals are agreed to today.
YOUR BIRTHDAY
Pleasing yourself is top priority in 2009. Others may not agree with your choices but unless you follow a dream, disappointment could plague you. Let loved ones make their own mistakes.
