Horoscopes: Thursday, April 2

ARIES: (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
The Moon in watery Cancer brings a wellspring of emotions to the surface. For a fiery soul such as yourself water is a scary prospect. You won't be able to get on with business. You will have to consider other things. Go gently.

TAURUS: (Apr 21 – May 20)
In the middle, between having needs and wanting to not need anybody, is a realm of potential confusion. Inter-dependence is a sophisticated concept that takes a lot of work to put into place. If you are muddled, be kind to yourself.

GEMINI: (May 21 – June 21)
There is no intimacy without getting fully emotionally engaged. That can be a scary, though enticing prospect. It brings fear as well as creative delight. Wobbles are human. Let yourself have your wobble - then get back on track.

CANCER: (June 22 – July 22)
The Moon arrives and puts you immediately on notice that you are not going to be let off scot free from travelling through choppy waters. A considerable amount of reflection is required. Give yourself the space to do so.

LEO: (July 23 – Aug 22)
Before we can expect anybody else to accept us, we have to accept ourselves. The whole idea of what makes us shine and what dulls our lustre, is fascinating. Experiment with different ways of getting out from behind the clouds.

VIRGO: (Aug 23 – Sept 22)
The Moon's presence in Cancer, is like a cool stream of water flowing through your parched soul. It fills you with love, affection, softness and forgiveness. Roll with it - and let it soothe you to your hearts content. Feed on kindliness.

LIBRA: (Sept 23 – Oct 23)
Emotions come and muddy up your pursuit of harmony. Or at least that is your first impression. In actual fact they are a genuine expression of all that needs to be on the table to make your dream come true. Widen your view.

SCORPIO: (Oct 24 – Nov 21)
Your battle is a softer one now. It is with the twists and turns of amorousness. Though maddening, it is also enticing. Venus, the Planet of Love, is in a position to test your affection. She is checking where your sincerity lies.

SAGITTARIUS: (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Water falls on a lotus leaf and somehow appears not to touch it. You are the lotus leaf. Feelings, dramas, rich and mind-boggling scenarios of pure intensity – all are unfolding, yet leaving you unscathed. Be the eye of the cyclone.

CAPRICORN: (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
The Moon in Cancer is reminding you in no uncertain terms that you are a vulnerable flesh and blood, human being. Any desire to be super-human is likely to leave you unstuck and undone. Come down from your mountain.

AQUARIUS: (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Take time out. The Moon is in Cancer, giving you ready access to your feelings. Listen to them. The chance to dip into your emotions without distraction doesn't come every day. Quiet time with mother nature brings gentle healing.

PISCES: (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
The moment you step away from what you do naturally, stress appears and mistakes start creeping into your game. The moment you notice this pattern at work, take a deep breath and bring yourself back to the zone of self belief.

YOUR DAY
The Moon in Cancer is a source of replenishment for some and an encounter with wayward emotions for others. If it is the latter, it is up to you to slowly enter the stream and get to know it better. If it's the former, celebrate yourself.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Be aware that the placement of the Moon is such that it is likely to bring emotions to the surface. Be prepared, and ride them with grace and elegance. Feelings accepted are joyous. Feelings rejected are problematic. Surprise yourself.