Monday, 23 May 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
You may be deep in thought, but will reveal little to others. Yours is usually the most straightforward sign in the zodiac, but today you may be a mystery to others and your own worst enemy.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Despite questioning the motives of others, you will be reluctant to disclose any of your own secrets or feelings. Dubious aspects see you setting double standards this week and putting your reputation or relationships at risk.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
The lunar energy is positive for joint ventures and in-depth tasks, but hidden forces are at work and someone may be plotting against you. Remain vigilant and trust only those who have your best interests at heart.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
If an aspect of your life has become monotonous, add variety or make sweeping changes. There is definite scope for improvement this week, but you must be prepared to seize the initiative and accept the inevitable.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Your quest for excellence may be motivated by pride or ego, but it will no doubt produce the results you want. Just watch a tendency to obsess about trivial issues or exaggerate your own importance in a relationship.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Ruling Mercury in your zone of expansion suggests some of you will get the green light in a project, while others make financial, romantic, or travel plans. The time has come to reassess all your options.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Circumstances beyond your control mean you have to make personal sacrifices or step outside your comfort zone. And because your mood is either self-centered or apathetic, you will baulk at demands placed on your time.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Pleasing people could prove almost impossible, especially with the diverse personalities and extra problems you encounter this week. The secret to staying sane and being successful is to tune out or keep your emotional distance from others.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Excitement tinged with a touch of anxiety keeps you on your toes this week. You may find it difficult to switch off and relax, due in part to the eclectic group people you are thrown together with.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You could be inclined to panic as you put the last minute touches to plans or preparations. One of the problems is you will demand perfection from yourself and others rather than going with the flow.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Without consciously trying you will maintain the edge over others and achieve most of your aims. Moon at the peak of your chart heightens awareness and concentration, while Sun in your creative zone highlights hidden talents.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Rather than raising your voice, assert yourself in a quiet but compelling way. Someone you are intimately involved with may test your patience and you will have to draw on inner strength to keep going this week.

YOUR DAY
Things are not as they appear on the surface and the secret is to dig deep. If a situation seems to good to be true or someone appears perfect, be very suspicious and investigate further. Meanwhile, an imminent full Moon could bring relationship problems to a head. Once grievances are aired and compromises reached, the warring parties can then move on.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You may be required to sign a contract, make a commitment, or outlay large sums of money. This is a cycle of material growth and increased stability, but the onus is on you to plan carefully, work hard and seek expert advice. You will have to be ruthless to succeed.