Wednesday September 13

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
The tendency to make unrealistic promises probably stems from a desire to keep everyone happy. You can probably cope with the extra workload, but your leisure time is likely to be cut short in the process.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Someone you love or admire will play an important role, but you must not allow other people to dictate terms. You can consult and co-operate, but must follow your own heart and make independent decisions.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Your ruler Mercury moves into airy cousin Libra, paving the way for smoother interaction with friends and family. You will be at your charming best when socialising, networking ideas or romancing your loved one.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
You will be compassionate without allowing the negative emotions of others to overwhelm you. In addition, the planets highlight your intuitive powers and enable you to make decisions on the run or sum situations up swiftly.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Facets of your life may seem mundane, but is the simple things in life that will bring the most pleasure. Rather than seeing satisfaction via external means, look inwardly and spend more time with people you love.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
If you are unhappy about the direction of a relationship or your career, make minor adjustments rather than drastic changes. You should also seek solace and reassurance from people who understand and care for you.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Your clothes, image or environment may be due for a makeover and with ruling Venus in refined Virgo the timing is perfect. In the months ahead, you will gradually gain confidence and start fulfilling your true potential.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Impulse spending or living beyond your means may have taken its toll and the planets now urge you to pay closer attention to money matters. Review your budget or look for ways to boost income and investments.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
A strong sense of justice and fair play could see you taking a moral stand or defending the rights of others. Be mindful of the fact there will be a fine line today between impartiality and interference.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You may have just cause to be proud of a personal achievement, but at the same time should exercise humility. Someone in your immediate circle may envy your success or at least want a share of it.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Events should being to click into place and after months of uncertainty you may feel more confident about the future. There might be one or two lasting regrets, but none that prevent you from moving forward.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Recent heartache or disappointment can be put behind you as a new and more positive phase gradually unfolds. Try to be more rational when dealing with people and situations you deem difficult or highly sensitive.

YOUR DAY
Mercury strikes in the sign of Libra, softening the tone of speech and bringing reason to debates. People could be inclined today to sidestep trouble or even bend over backwards to keep the peace. Relationships should be conducted in a light-hearted way, with interaction kept to short bursts.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Serious issues can be temporarily put aside and reassessed later. For now the emphasis is on lightweight matters and if there are travel or social plans to be made, you can get the ball rolling. Relationships look luckier this year and romance is back in style.