Horoscopes: Monday, May 18

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
A come from behind effort puts you in a commanding position. Others may wilt under pressure but your best work is achieved when the
odds are stacked against you. Dynamic Mars gets the adrenaline pumping.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
You refuse to panic and focus on one task at a time. Insightful energy from Mercury the mind planet allows you to work through problems in a
logical manner. You even have time to spare.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You offload tasks but take responsibility for outcomes. Moon at the peak of your chart sets you up as an authority figure and associates are apt to follow your instructions. Conventional methods work well today.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Rather than pressuring people you exude a quiet strength. Actions have a bigger impact than words and you calm trouble waters by leading the
way today. Certain arrangements may have to be put on hold.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Well-defined boundaries prevent people from invading your space. The planets promote plain speaking and urge you to resist unreasonable
requests from others. Personal health, welfare and safety come first this week.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Your attachment to someone intensifies. Moon in the social sector becomes a catalyst for positive change in both platonic and romantic alliances. Superficial interaction with others holds no appeal for you today.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You expand on knowledge through study, travel of pastimes. Curiosity is the motivating factor but you also yearn for respect and financial freedom. Accept every challenge as if it's the answer to your prayers.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
To make life more interesting you eliminate monotonous tasks. A variation in routine is prudent but wholesale changes are inadvisable in the current cosmic climate. You can be equally creative and cautious today.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
You seek incentives rather than offering your services free of charge. Mars, the planet of purpose, adds a ruthless edge to your personality
but also keeps you honest. Tangible reward for effort is a reasonable expectation.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
The lighter side of your personality emerges. Superficial Mercury at a compatible angle ensures witty remarks roll off the tongue and like-minded people share the joke. Life's serious issues are set aside for the day.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You want the best for yourself and others. Moon in the sector of indulgence creates a desire for comfort, as well as a tendency to overdo things. There is no room for mediocrity in your personal world.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Gauging the mood comes naturally today. You weigh up people at a glance, assess situations easily and manage to avoid emotional problems. Your nurturing instincts are also strong and clear-cut at this time.

YOUR DAY
On the outside many Issues seem trivial. Dig a little deeper and there is hidden intensity. Others must be treated with respect and given
plenty of opportunity to speak from the heart.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You are a seeker of the truth. Serious Saturn sends you on a personal
search and in upcoming months your evolvement will be obvious to others. Shallow relationships and ventures are unappealing.