Tuesday, 18 October 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
An event or encounter will have a ripple effect and excitement is likely to build as the week progresses. Emotional, financial or intangible rewards may filter through slowly, but the long-term benefits will be difficult to define.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Stand your ground by all means, but be prepared for resistance from others. In reality, your arguments and opinions are no more valid than anyone else's, leaving compromise as the only solution. Show a little more discretion.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Someone who is powerful or perceptive may catch your eye and earn admiration. However, you must be wary of putting people up on pedestals because in the past this has proven to be your emotional weakness.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Put ghosts of the past behind you and try to avoid dwelling on situations you cannot change. The only way for your sign is forward and with clever Mercury leading the charge, you will find new areas of interest.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Commitments that make demands on your time or are mentally draining may weaken your resolve. You will have to dig deep to find the resources needed to motivate yourself and fulfill obligations or satisfy the needs of others.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You may be inspired by a newcomer or will see someone in a different light. Ruling Mercury in perceptive Scorpio sharpens intuition and opens your eyes to people and opportunities. Meantime, Mars is your blueprint for success.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Your curiosity may be aroused by an unusual idea or experience. And because you are prepared to think outside the square, you will capitalise on events. Any departure from conventional wisdom will work for rather than against you.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
The pace might be relentless or someone who is manic by nature will unsettle your nerves. Try taking a backward step. The less involvement you have with people or emotionally charged situations, the saner you will stay.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Keep an eye on your health, errant loved ones and deadlines. Problems are likely to sneak up on you this week and it would be wiser to nip them in the bud than to wait until it is too late.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Dare to be different and you will attract attention and admiration from people you are out to impress. Dynamic Mars continues to fire you up and is an excellent remedy for a lack of heart of self-confidence.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
There may be some interesting developments in your private life that take you to the next step in a relationship or venture. The only downside could be a tendency to think subjectively and worry unduly about outcomes.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Your usual emotional arguments may not work and you need to think more logically. Offer solid evidence to back up your theories and stop expecting others to take your word or offer sympathy. Sharpen your leadership skills.

YOUR DAY
The outward signs in a situation may indicate one thing, but the true message or meaning could be entirely different. Avoid making superficial judgements or falling for the line someone spins. Despite the value of Moon in ethical Taurus, there may be double standards set and not everyone will follow protocol or act in good faith.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Untapped potential is being wasted, but powerful planets encourage you to dig deep and 2006 could be a watershed year. Approach each situation in a practical way and if ruthless decisions need to be made, think of the long-term gain rather than worrying about the short-term pain.