Tuesday, 7 December 04

ARIES:  (March 21 to April 20)
An undercurrent of uncertainty may erode your confidence or cause mistrust in a close relationship.  Rather than raising sensitive issues with a business or romantic partner, you will be more inclined to keep the peace. 

TAURUS:  (April 21 to May 21)
There is a fine line today between secrets and dishonesty.  Your desire to protect someone from hurt may be commendable, but deliberate acts of deceit will put a relationship on shaky ground. However painful, opt for the truth. 

GEMINI:  (May 22 to June 21)
A friend or colleague may show their true colours and you will be either shocked or saddened by what you see.  Your reluctance to engage in mind games may both your undoing and your saving grace. 

CANCER:  (June 22 to July 23)
Keep things simple and slow down the tempo.  Dynamic Mars has burned up plenty of emotional and physical energy in recent weeks, now you need to re-focus and engage in gentler relationships, pastimes, and exercises. 

LEO:  (July 24 to August 23)
If you are feeling frustrated set yourself a challenging mental task, blow off steam at the gym, or share your concerns with a sympathetic friend.  The longer you suppress emotion, the greater the risk of health problems. 

VIRGO:  (August 24 to September 23)
Open up discussion, exchange ideas, and listen to what other people have to say.  An ongoing problem can be resolved in your favour, but only if you are prepared to change tactics and take well-meaning advice. 

LIBRA:  (September 24 to October 23)
As you negotiate the passage between past and present, you may wonder what went wrong in a situation.  There are no easy answers for your sign, but wisdom will be accumulated as you learn one of life's tough lessons. 

SCORPIO:  (October 24 to November 22)
Watch your temper and curb your tongue.  A short fuse and desire to always have the last word could put you offside with people in your environment today.  Choose your battles carefully and practice the art of compromise. 

SAGITTARIUS:  (November 23 to December 22)
Your desire to protect yourself or loved ones may actually do more harm than good.  Being exposed to risk and making mistakes will help build character, render you more interesting, and prepare you for tougher times. 

CAPRICORN:  (December 23 to January 20)
Even if you are excited beyond belief, you must keep your composure in front of others.  You will only have the winning edge if you play your cards close to your chest and lead by example. 

AQUARIUS:  (January 21 to February 19)
Rather than tiptoeing around in a polite or tactful way, call it how it is.  Confrontation may not be your desired choice, but unless you face up to a person or situation, you will lose respect and the upper hand. 

PISCES:  (February 20 to March 20)
Motivating Mars at a compatible angle is the prime cause of your newfound motivation or energy.  And whether you are working hard to establish your career, a relationship, or your reputation, success is forecast for your sign. 

YOUR DAY
Charm and good taste may count for more than honest effort or results today.  Moon joins Jupiter in the gracious sign of Libra, making this the perfect time to socialise, strike up a new relationship, or join forces with like-minded people.  Networking or mixing business with pleasure will bring happiness and success, and broken hearts can be mended through dialogue or mediation.  Legal matters are also favoured. 

YOUR BIRTHDAY
If you have been weighed down by psychological burdens, take some time for yourself.  You will achieve greater self-awareness in 2005 if you slow down the pace and analyse where a situation or relationship went wrong.  Meantime, Jupiter encourages you to study and foreshadows happier relationships with siblings or friends.