Tuesday, 2 August 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Dynamic energy in your money zone makes you more materialistic than usual and a shrewd investor. You may even be asked for advice from people who envy your ability and want to emulate your success.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Mars in your sign encourages you to shed your inhibitions, pursue ambitious goals, take up a new form of exercise or make yourself more visible. The more effort you put into life, the greater your rewards will be.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You may feel more comfortable giving orders than receiving them, but will probably encounter people who are equally power-hungry. There may be a distinct difference today between how you see yourself and how others view you.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Moon and Mercury encourage you to spread your wings and speak your mind. You may not always achieve your aims or get your own way, but will never shy away from a challenge or back down in an argument.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
A new era begins and unless you are prepared the transition may be tough. The change will be on a soul-deep level and could relate to your beliefs, habit patterns, image or relationships. Move with the times.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
There may be conflict between heart and head, leaving you uncertain about which path to follow. Keep a contingency plan up your sleeve so that if you make the wrong choice, you can quickly back pedal.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You may be stuck in a rut, but lack the motivation, means, or malice to claw your way out. The good news is that fate will step in soon and guide you in a new direction. Be prepared.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
It may be necessary to outlay money for an unexpected venture, but in hindsight you will consider the investment worthwhile. Saturn may restrict you on a professional level, but Mars encourages you to take calculated personal risks.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
There is a fine line between pleasure and pain this week. Hence you should avoid extreme behaviour and wherever possible take the middle ground rather than making wild accusations or doing outrageous things to get your kicks.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Never one to brag, you can proudly take a bow for a job well done. Even if you fail to see your own good points, others will recognise the unique contribution you have made at home or work.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
The success or failure of a project now lies in the hands of fate. However, if you have done the groundwork and paid close attention to detail, the karmic rewards will almost surely come your way.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
If you believe you can make a difference, others will be inspired by your confidence. Conversely if you give off a negative vibe, you may attract bad karma. The secret lies in the power of positive thought.

YOUR DAY
With the Moon comfortable in its natural habitat Cancer, people will be emotionally in-tune with each other. In the meantime, Mars in the enduring sign of Taurus encourages everyone to persevere through adversity and keep their feet firmly on the ground. There is a wonderful balance of common sense, compassion and kindness in the stars, suggesting relationships will flourish.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
By October you'll feel the squeeze, but due to hard work and careful planning in the past you'll escape relatively unharmed from Saturn's constraints. One of your lessons in the year ahead is learning how to look after number one. Rather than being self-effacing, you must start feathering your own nest.