Tuesday, 31 May 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Mercury in your communication zone provides the answers to a puzzling question and gives you the gift of words. You will be able to stay a step ahead of the competition by using charm and guile.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
While you may take minor setbacks or snubs in your stride, you will draw the line at being taken advantage of. Pride plays an important part in the way you deal with everyday events and professional or personal relationships.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Ruling Mercury in your sign gives you a head start in a new venture, relationship or personal challenge. Not only will you have a way with words and ideas, but also others are likely to gravitate towards you.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
The more emotionally involved you become in a situation, the less likely you are to make good decisions. Ideally, you should take a step back from problems and consult with someone you trust or has the knowledge you lack.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Put the brakes on a situation or nip a potential problem in the bud. There is a danger events will rush out of control and it is important to act quickly if you want to retain the upper hand.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You may be tempted to cut corners or engage in devious tactics, but in your conscience is likely to kick in. If you want to impress your peers and protect your reputation, play fair at all times.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
A long-awaited moment may arrive or you will be excited by the prospect of something new. Try to keep calm and simply enjoy each moment as it unfolds. You are in a successful cycle this week.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
You are normally an astute judge of character, but your instincts may be off kilter today. Rather than relying purely on your sixth sense, take a more analytical approach and apply a healthy dose of scepticism to situations.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Excitement about an occasion may be offset by unrealistic expectations or emotional anxiety. There is plenty of passion lying just below the surface and it will not take much to ignite your anger or stir up obsessive tendencies.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You may have to take a back seat, adjust your routine to suit others, or bite your tongue. Whatever throws you off course today should be seen as a challenge or blessing, rather than a hindrance.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Discussion about an issue may seem important to you, but might well be considered petty by other people. You could come up against an opponent who outwits you, or is more charming and much better informed.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Someone who has been a liability in recent times may begin to show signs of independence or will express remorse. This is your best time in months to make a fresh start in one of your relationships.

YOUR DAY
Seeing situations from a one-sided perspective may be par for the course today. However, silly mistakes and ineffective decisions are likely to be made as a result of this subjective approach. Try to put emotion, bias and personal gain aside, and make a determined effort to think things through in a logical manner. Getting to the source of problems is critical to success.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You may have a change of heart or mind and will make the tough decisions. And while you might feel sad about leaving something or someone behind, the bottom line is a lifestyle adjustment was long overdue. Focus on the deeper meaning of issues and relationships between now and November.