Wednesday August 9

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
The full Moon stimulates fascinating debate and prompts you to make bold decisions. You can make your presence felt today without having to worry about over-exposure or how you will be judged by others.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
If you have had trouble breaching the barriers between you and an authority figure, full Moon energy provides an instant breakthrough. Once on a roll, you can then repair a rocky relationship or right a past wrong.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Your tendency to try and wear others down often means you get the last word or your own way. However, there is a possibility your demands or expectations will be deemed unreasonable today and compromise may be necessary.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Someone with self-serving motives may deceive you into thinking his or her plan is best. Be discerning and if you smell trouble or pressure, walk away. The fewer personal decisions made this week, the better for you.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Even someone with your powerful presence needs to take a back seat occasionally. And with the lunar energy peaking, now is the perfect time to show humility or contrition and grant others equality in relationships.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Against a backdrop of the full Moon, you may feel confused and torn in two different directions. Take stock of your immediate priorities and refuse to accept orders from people pumped up with their own self-importance.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
If you tackle everything life throws up during the compatible full Moon, you can learn a lot about yourself. Ambition and talent coalesce, producing outstanding results and earning the respect you richly deserve.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
If a difference of opinion has driven a wedge between you and a loved one, now is the time to open up dialogue. Put emotion aside and bring well thought out compromises or plans to the bargaining table.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
The opportunity exists to deepen the bonds you share with someone special. And whether your relationship is based on romance, common interests or business, the chemistry between you will produce inspired ideas and outcomes.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Today's full Moon emphasises security and may motivate you to make bizarre decisions centred on money or your future welfare. And despite drawing a few raised eyebrows, your twisted logic will pay benefits within a few short months.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
There may be conflict in your personal life, but superior communication skills give you the upper hand. Your annual full Moon brings a situation to a head and reminds you that openness creates much healthier relationships.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
First impressions count today and ideas can be plucked out of the air. The waxing Moon heightens intuition and creativity, and if the energy is used wisely you will make brilliant decisions and judgements about others.

YOUR DAY
The full Moon focuses on friendship, fairness and dispassionate decisions. There may be some offbeat suggestions made or solutions offered, but most people will have honourable intentions today. Don't be afraid to prod for answers, particularly if it means loose ends can be tied up or problems resolved.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Saturn puts the brakes on, but provides a glimpse of what lies ahead. Patience will be your greatest asset in the months ahead and adversity is likely to strengthen your resolve. Chip away at tasks and follow through on promises regardless of the time it takes.