Thursday July 13

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Your zero tolerance policy with others will have dramatic effect. Not only are you likely to be an inspiration to your peers, but you may also help them redefine their limits or abilities. Lead from the front.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Nurture your own needs before attempting to meet the demands of others. If you make sacrifices simply to prove a point or keep the peace, you will become a martyr. Try to seek the right balance.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Whichever twin emerges today will determine the flow of events and relationships. Show your sunny side and great strides can be made, but reveal your shadow and conflict could occur. Be aware of your conduct at all times.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Others may rally round and prop you up emotionally or help in practical ways. However, you might be suspicious about the motives of some people and will find it difficult to take them at face value.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Moon moving through your romance zone house in conjunction with Mars in your sign, brings excitement back to your life. A heart-to-heart discussion could clear the air, or a passionate person will rekindle your enthusiasm.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Unconcerned about the social niceties, you will call it as you see it. However if you find yourself on the receiving end of a rude remark or rebuff, you may be unnerved. Every action has a reaction.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You may be asked to choose, but will prefer to sit on the fence. Buy yourself some time by promising to ponder an issue, bearing in mind decisions will be easier if you set your own pace.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Avoid the hustle and bustle, but keep in touch with a few favourite people. There may be a delicate line between detachment and discretion, especially in your more intimate relationships. Familiarity best suits today's mood.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
After a period of solitude or responsibility, a spur-of-the-moment decision could see a return to the social scene or end of an obligation. Others may be attracted by your free-spirited approach to life.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Although your manner may seem abrupt to some, the plan is to work efficiently and avoid wasting words. However, you should stop short of being ruthless and show some heart to thin-skinned and mild-mannered types.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Someone you encounter may be persuasive enough to talk you into making positive changes. Despite being a fixed sign, there are occasions when you are prepared to heed advice from people you admire, love or respect.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Fun, pleasure or indulgence may appeal, but limited resources could pose a problem. To get the best of both worlds, set yourself strict boundaries and accept that a little extravagance is infinitely better than none at all.

YOUR DAY
Plans may have to be put on hold and there could be mix-ups caused by outside influences. Once a brick wall is hit, the only course of action is to give up and try again later. Success is all about timing and opportunity, so keep your radar tuned today.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
A desire to break free from constraints could see you making your own way in a venture. However, a desire for autonomy does not have to isolate you from loved ones or prompt you to take financial risks. Temper individuality with caution and consideration for others.