Tuesday, 23 August 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Moon moving through your sign puts relationships and domestic affairs firmly on the agenda. Passions may be high and energy levels low, resulting in mixed blessings for your sign. Allow yourself some leeway or a special treat.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
No matter how you try to control situations, they are likely to take on a life of their own. You may still achieve your aims, but it will take an enormous leap of faith to go with the flow.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
There is an air of expectancy around your sign, which may make you anxious or afraid. It is in your nature to jump feet first into situations, but fear of failure could hold you back this week.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
There may be several different alternatives to choose from, but your mood will be hesitant. Allow more time gather information, seek advice and grow in confidence. Timing is everything and failure should not be an option.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
You could easily trip up on your own enthusiasm and should try to slow down the tempo today. With the Sun about to leave your sign, there may be a sense of urgency to launch a project.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
A tendency to ask too many questions and over-analyse situations could work against you. Remember that if you delve too deeply you may not like what you find. Be discreet and keep relationships on a superficial level.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
You may get a whiff of change this week and will feel anxious about what lies ahead. Rather than putting your fate in the hands of others, take control and try to separate fact from fiction.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
A question mark may hang over a relationship, but you will be reluctant to open up old wounds. Later in the week you can tackle tough issues and in the meantime should give thought to your approach.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Careless remarks or hasty actions could be hurtful to others and you may find yourself having to back-pedal or apologise this week. Connect your mouth to your brain before blurting out your version of the truth.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You could be the subject of payback for a perceived injustice, or someone may be jealous of your achievements. Be honest and upfront with others and try to work out what lies beneath their negative behaviour.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You may be prone to exaggeration or extravagance, but should bear in mind there could be a price to pay. Try editing your thoughts and actions or talk over your intentions with a trusted relative or friend.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
The truth hurts, but you need to hear it so you can face the reality of a situation. Indications are you will work out your differences with someone and set new terms of reference in a relationship.

YOUR DAY
Fire sign planets bring out the risk takers. Rather than erring on the side of caution, many people will jump impulsively into situations hoping that outcomes work in their favour. There may also be plenty of passion poured into relationships, physical pursuits and intellectual challenges. Just bear in mind that words spoken in haste could cause unnecessary conflict.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
A recent failed experiment or unsatisfactory relationship has left you wary and unwilling to take chances. Ideally you should team up with a partner whose talents or resources complement your own and discuss proposed personal changes with family members. Your confidence will gradually build as the year progresses.