Monday August 28

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
You are in a position today where you can have your cake and eat it too. Despite busily working to establish a new niche or relationship, a rare opportunity exists to maintain the status quo elsewhere.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Whether you are dealing with people in public or private be honest but tactful. It is important to let others know where they stand this week, but essential that you remain on good terms with everyone.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
If your word or methods are brought into question, you are likely to come out fighting. Nothing will rattle you more today than injustice, but without solid proof it may be an uphill battle to clear your name.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
If someone is difficult to please, you will no doubt work harder to win approval. In fact you sense that the more effort you put into relationships, the greater your rewards will be. Nothing good comes easily.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
It may be time to expand your knowledge or improve self-awareness. Curiosity is aroused this week and a subject or person that intrigues could become your secret mission. Keeping issues in perspective will be intensely difficult.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Rather than living in the moment set long-term goals and defer gratification. Take pleasure in the step-by-step process and value the importance of waiting patiently for what you want. The rewards will be sweet.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
As difficult as it seems to get your mind around an issue, deeper understanding is needed. If you are suffering from lethargy or a lack of interest, seek inspiration from someone who is switched on.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Hidden messages could come through in your imaginings or via subtle suggestions from others. Try to be aware of what is going around you, as an important decision may need to be made in coming weeks.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Now that you have achieved a goal, recent self-imposed restrictions can be lifted. And while it is important not to slip back into old habits, you can afford to relax your standards in the short-term.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
The company you keep this week may have a negative affect on your mood or behaviour. Choose friends and associates carefully, and engage only in activities that lift your spirits or satisfy those basic urges.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You will possess an inner confidence and outward poise that makes you the envy of others. The stars suggest you will attract admirers this week and a relationship that was once rocky will gradually calm down.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Although there may be distractions at work or in your personal life, you will doggedly remain focussed. Obsessive energy also brings about a change in your mindset and anyone who dares to disagree could encounter trouble.

YOUR DAY
What feels right one minute may seem totally inappropriate the next, making it difficult to find resolution. This tendency to flip flop might be momentary, but it justifies postponing important decisions until later in the week. Turn attention to light-hearted matters or focus on romance and relationships.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
After a period of isolation or disappointment, you will soon bounce back and take control. A more structured existence is forecast for the year ahead and whether you have been searching for love, security or recognition, your prayers are likely to be answered.