Weekend, 17 & 18 September 2005

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
The full Moon brings your emotions to the surface and dampens your mood, spirits and self-confidence. However, rather than trying to drown your sorrows you should face problems squarely and seek solutions. Confrontation will clear the air.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
An opportunity to mix with a different group or expand your interests must not be passed up. With lunar energy at a peak in compatible Pisces, you can make bold decisions this weekend and be confident of succeeding.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
A full Moon at the peak of your horoscope puts you on the back foot. Some of you may have to defend your reputation or refute critical comments, while others could be caught out in a lie.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
If there has been a question mark over a relationship or venture, expect answers to slot into place. The watery full Moon offers insights in affairs of the heart and gives you the winning edge in competitive situations.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Watch your back and your tongue, as someone may try to attack you or misinterpret your meaning. With the Moon peaking in your secretive sector there may be more to people and situations than meets the eye.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Fate may intervene and provide you with exciting new options to choose from. A full Moon in your opposite sign Pisces also heightens intuition, brings passionate people into orbit and helps put relationships back on track.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
A tendency to see the glass half empty can be attributed to the lunar energy and not your frame of mind. Try to avoid negative people and sensitive situations until the energy swings back your way.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Hidden forces are working in your favour, helping you succeed against the odds. Your sign more than any other has the ability to visualise what you want and work towards it without wavering in your conviction.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Situations may seem murky and you will lack the motivation needed to rally the troops. At best you could draw up a timetable and work through everyday jobs systematically. At worst you will continue to flounder.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You may have to call on past experience to navigate a sensitive situation highlighted by the full Moon. Provided you have learned your lessons well, you can put newfound knowledge to the test and confront phobias or demons.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You may score points with loved ones, yet will still feel undervalued in some way. A full Moon in sensitive Pisces suggests a tendency to read more into situations than actually exists or to take criticism to heart.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Self-talk will be the key to sorting through problems and emotions over the weekend. Your annual full Moon encourages you to mull things over in your mind before making any decisions about a relationship or your future.

SATURDAY

YOUR DAY
Moon peaking in gentle Pisces brings emotional situations to a head and weakens willpower. Words will wound more easily today and finding the self-discipline to say no or make healthy choices may be difficult. An idea, relationship or venture started six months ago could come under review or will be cause for regret.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Momentum may begin to build and by the turn of the year you will be engrossed in a new venture. Life is likely to be busier but more satisfying, happier or luckier in the year ahead. Something or someone will be a source of joy and wonder to you.

SUNDAY

YOUR DAY
The full Moon warns against self-indulgence, but encourages plain speaking. If an emotional wound has been festering or you resent the way someone is treating you, tackle the situation head-on and do not be afraid to have your say. Just be wary of people who might say one thing yet mean another entirely.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Waves of despondency may wash over you now and then, but you will deal with unhappiness in a unique way during the next twelve months. Rather than succumbing to self-pity or blaming others, you will explore issues in an intellectual or spiritual way and look for deeper meanings.