Monday, October 16

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
A desire for recognition motivates you to be your best. If a challenge is presented, you will commit totally to meeting expectations and making sure everyone knows the results. Appearance is also important to you this week.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
There is an aura of luck around home and family, plus the possibility a loved one's luck will rub off on you. If you wish to improve your living standards or heal a damaged relationship, act now.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Short-term goals, quick trips and interaction with kindred souls are some of the highlights for your sign this week. Your curiosity could also be aroused and you may pursue new or more challenging areas of interest.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
With the spotlight on wealth building, thoughts may turn to future security. However because of your innate caution or due to a fear of failure, you will work slowly and warily towards new financial goals.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Not only will the affection you feel for people shine through, but your impeccable timing and an uncanny sixth sense helps you nip problems in the bud. You will be the go-to person when others need help.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
The planets put you in touch with your feelings and intensify personal experiences. You will know intuitively this week who to spend time with and which situations or people you should avoid for self-preservation.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
A recent delay or setback may have dented your confidence, but suddenly you are back in action. Newfound self-belief and personal liberation allow you to make changes or accept challenges that once seemed daunting.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Lunar energy at the apex of your chart intensifies your need for approval and respect. If it is not forthcoming you might use attention-seeking tactics in order to make others sit up and take notice.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Moon in lively Leo unleashes pent-up energy and emotion. Others will know where they stand, but you the wonderful way you put your message across keeps everyone on side. You can have it all today.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Remember as you strive for results or recognition, timing is the most critical factor. You may have to cut corners or add drama to personal presentation, but ultimately you will achieve your aims. Expect cutthroat competition.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
An offer catches you unawares, but may be too tempting to pass up. Fortunately adaptable planets allow you take the ebb and flow of events in your stride, but you must remain aware of the bigger picture.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
With Moon moving through the part of your chart ruling day-to-day events, you will instinctively seek to streamline your routine. De-clutter your environment, tighten your schedule and focus on efficiency and keeping fit.

YOUR DAY
Today's me-first approach can be positive rather than negative. If everyone attends to their own needs first, the satisfaction they feel will then rub off on others. Moon in Leo tends to elicit selfish traits, but it also encourages people to spread joy and share the spoils.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Are you feeling lonely or unfulfilled? If so, look inwardly for the reasons. This year will provide answers to those puzzling questions, but only after some soul-searching. Other people are not the key to happiness, although there will be no shortage of love.