Wednesday, 20 April 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Your emotional health, financial wellbeing and family structure come under closer scrutiny today. Sun moving into your material sector shifts the focus from idealistic to practical matters and heightens your need for long-term security.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Sun in your sign gives the go-ahead to a project that recently hit an obstacle, while Moon in pragmatic Virgo puts affairs of the heart back on an even keel. You may feel more energetic, enthusiastic or confident.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Your mood may be thoughtful as you ponder recent past events and consider their implications for the future. Once you have greater clarity, past lessons can be put to good use and exciting new plans made.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
You will feel more grounded and less anxious about a problem, deadline or relationship. Some of you may become involved in a group project, while others network ideas with a view to launching a new venture.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Appearances are often important to Leos, but earthy stars urge you to look below the surface of situations and people. You may be easily duped by flattery or false promises and should remain alert at all times.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You are poised on the brink of change and adventure, but much depends on the people you mix with and the resources at your fingertips. Be selective, plan shrewdly and avoid settling for second best.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Other people may sap your energy either by putting pressure on you to achieve or expecting more emotionally than you have to offer. Make it clear you prefer to work and make decisions at your own pace.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
A person you admire may take you under his or her wing and either a problem will be halved or rapid progress made. Your ability to absorb information and empathise with others makes you a popular companion.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Weigh up words and deeds carefully as there is a risk you will offend others. There is an element of rebellion running through your chart and you may be tempted to shock or defy people just for fun.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
With the Sun in your pleasure zone, excitement will build in the lead-up to a celebration, event or move. And because you have set high standards and ambitious goals for yourself in the past, rewards will now follow.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
The tension could ease in one aspect of your life, but immediately you will feel added stress in another area. Swallow your pride and seek practical assistance or emotional support from someone you can count on.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
If feelings in inhibition or inadequacy have held you back, Sun in compatible Taurus acts as a liberating force while Moon in Virgo bolsters courage. You will make bolder moves and overtures as your confidence grows.

YOUR DAY
Sun in cautious but earthbound Taurus blends well with Moon in sensible Virgo. The emphasis is on physical, material and practical issues, and excellent results can be expected in most undertakings. The stumbling block is obstinate energy and the more people are pushed, the more they will dig their heels in. Allow others to set their own agenda and pace today.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Deal only in facts and remain grounded, and you will attain most goals you set for yourself this year. Destiny lies in your own hands, but to develop and prosper you must be prepared to work hard. Meantime, a relationship that recently hit a rough spot should soon smooth out.