KEY POINTS:
ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
The mood is playful and social events become a source of pleasure. When temptation is placed in your path, ruling Mars mentally prepares you to resist. Criticism and controversy are the last things you need right now.
TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Although formal in your dealings with outsiders, you are an open book to people closer to home. Expect to wear many different hats today and practice thinking on your feet. Flexibility could be your greatest asset.
GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
If you want to raise the stakes in a situation use clever negotiating skills. All signs point towards success but must be prepared to trust your instincts rather than over-analysing every aspect of a situation.
CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Events that happen haphazardly are actually destiny at work. Open your eyes and you may see a pattern gradually emerge as you are steered in a different direction. Look on changes as exciting rather than daunting.
LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
A quick sidestep prevents you from being drawn into an emotional drama. Keep to yourself as much as possible but bear in mind that troublemakers are lurking in the background. The mood is decidedly rebellious.
VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Like a dog with a bone, you often refuse to let go of a particular point. Your rigid thought patterns comes courtesy of ruling Mercury at the peak of your horoscope. The upside is complex problems are resolved.
LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Although there is plenty at stake you make the tough decisions. Strong-willed energy motivates you to seek quick results and tangible rewards for yourself. There may soon be cause for a family celebration.
SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Before you criticise others look closely at yourself. You could be partially to blame for the way a situation has turned out and any hint of double standards is likely to be met with contempt today.
SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Cover the bare essentials and leave the detail to other people. There are only so many hours in a day and unless you pace yourself health could become an issue. Swallow your pride and lighten up.
CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Your memory or patience is put to the test. Call on inner resources to help you cope and take events slowly so you can think things through. A slight lack of confidence might be holding you back.
AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You are at your provocative best playing the role of devil's advocate. Mercury the mind planet sees you engaging in mental gymnastics with a worthy opponent and emerging the winner. You are satisfied but not smug.
PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Your shadowy side emerges but few people notice. You have a knack for keeping those negative feelings to yourself and are wary of using dirty tactics against people who deserve better. Avoid navel-gazing today.
YOUR DAY
Work towards peaceful resolutions. There could be a clash of egos and sensitive situations must be handled delicately. A little flattery, false bravado and fellowship would not go astray in negotiations nutted out today.
YOUR BIRTHDAY
The thought of letting go is not easy but can be exciting. Going out on your own in a venture can boost both your self-esteem and chances for success. This is a risk-taking year.
