Tuesday, 19 July 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
If the spark has been missing from a relationship or the excitement has gone from you life, help is at hand. Moon and Venus at compatible angles boost your romantic stocks and make you more popular with others.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Feelings of fear that previously paralysed you begin to fade away. And whether you have been suffering from poor self-esteem or someone has let you down, the tide will very shortly turn in your favour.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
A self-assured or single-minded person may set himself or herself up in competition with you. But rather than being intimated, you are likely to be flattered by the attenton and will probably thrive on

the challenge.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Your head may be in the clouds, but it is important to keep your feet on the ground today. Take care of practical chores, put financial plans in place, and work to a strict timetable rather haphazardly.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
There may not be a tidal wave of change in the short term, but gradually you will be given more responsibility and freedom may be curtailed. Draw on inner reserves of strength, knowledge and emotional toughness.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
For those keen to make their mark, now is the time to get the ball rolling. You must be both rational and ruthless in the business area, while taking a softly-softly approach in affairs of the heart.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You can be cautiously optimistic that a relationship or venture close to your heart will work out well. If you have been loath to set your sights high or lacking in confidence, expect a boost from Saturn.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Your first instinct may be to hedge your bets, but eventually you will have to make a decision. Despite your heart or mind being divided, advice from an expert or nudge from a loved one will be the key.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Dig your heels in and fight for what you believe is right. Your courage and tenacity are the two best weapons in your arsenal, plus you will earn the respect of even your toughest competitors and colleagues.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Keeping up appearances may seem important, but in the end substance is what others are looking for. Avoid superficial people and shallow gossip, set yourself some achievable goals and keep your eyes fixed firmly on the future.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Although you may prefer to work alone and play by your own rules, circumstances could propel you into the limelight. You may surprise yourself and others today when you shine in situations that make you feel nervous.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
You have plenty to gloat about and while success may be tinged with sadness, a new phase is unfolding for your sign. Put the past behind you and accept that nothing ever stays the same.

YOUR DAY
Saturn in Leo takes the edge of fiery energy and prompts people to stop and think twice before making impulsive moves. There is plenty of potential for success, but the key is to plan carefully and keep a level head at all times. Rather than using the achievements of others as a benchmark, set your own targets and capitalise on specific talents.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Your personal, creative, social or love life comes under scrutiny and in the months ahead you will excel in one of these areas. There is a degree of goodwill and luck around you that was missing last year, plus your health and wellbeing comes under more propitious stars.