Tuesday August 8

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Moon and Mercury impact the way you relate to friends and family, prompting you to think before speaking. Further, you will probably feel frustrated with a needy person who wants you to resolve his or her problems.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
You may be tempted to utter every thought or feeling, but such insensitive behaviour will put unnecessary pressure on relationships. There could be a tendency for people to be contrary and hard to please this week.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Despite a reputation for emotional disconnection, you may be secretly fixated on someone and will find it difficult to remain detached. This week's full Moon provides the perfect opportunity to re-evaluate your feelings and actions.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Forget the negatives and petty dislikes and count your blessings. While Sun in Leo spreads sunshine you must make the most of fleeting moments of happiness and capitalise on unusual opportunities soon to come your way.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Life may seem like a soap opera at times, but your sign thrives on drama and wilts when subjected to monotony. Within days you can expect a turnaround in either a partnership or worrying situation.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
A groundbreaking thought or event steers you in a different direction. And if there has been a cloud hanging over a personal relationship, it may be swept away when a loved one's behaviour suddenly changes.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Special qualities set you apart from others and make you a popular companion. Within days there may be positive feedback from a grateful loved one or tangible rewards for your recent past efforts. Soak up the atmosphere.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Unless you face up to the reality of a situation, progress and happiness will be impeded. Problems in your personal life can be resolved under this week's full Moon, but you must start by being honest.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Rather than taking the soft option, get to the heart of problems and seek long-term resolutions. Adversity brings out your best qualities this week and you will have no trouble exercising authority over other people.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Your reputation as a stickler for protocol proves baseless when you bend the rules at will and socialise outside your circle. Easy-going planets take your mind off mundane matters and make you more popular with others.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You may be high on hope and low on resources, but subtle changes in your current circumstances could soon swing the scales your way. Act decisively and really support from people who occupy places of power.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
A gentle nudge or timely reminder from someone could see you reviewing your actions and attitude. You may be given a rare chance to redeem yourself by having a second shot at a failed venture or relationship.

YOUR DAY
As events build to a climax, today could produce unexpected and dramatic conclusions. It may be difficult for some people to separate fact from fiction, but objectivity is the key ingredient in the decision-making process. Rather than scattering energies focus on one problem or person at a time.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
With Saturn tightening the screws but promising productive outcomes, you will persist with difficult situations. Responsibility to others may be a motivating factor, but you also want very much to earn the respect and rewards you richly deserve. Keep the end goal in mind.