Weekend 21 & 22 October

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
If someone has an axe to grind this weekend, handle his or her concerns tactfully. With the advent of a new Moon in the relationship sector, you have everything to gain from keeping the peace.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
The lunar energy is significant for your sign and encourages you to turn over a new leaf. Change may not sit well with you, but baby steps taken now will add up to substantial progress by December.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
If the shine has worn off a situation or relationship, it will be given a new lease of life by romantic lunar energy. Your role is to vary your approach to a loved one and lower expectations.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Your ruling Moon runs out of puff and before the new cycle starts, you would be wise to relax and review your options. You may instinctively sense that your home or love life must be made more peaceful.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
A new discovery fills a void in your life and has potential to open up further opportunities. Be aware of what is happening around you and jump in quickly when something you see catches your eye.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
A little of what you fancy does you good, but over-indulgence is taboo this weekend. Moon in moderate Libra prompts you to find the right balance and begin a new life cycle with better intentions.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Even by your sluggish standards this weekend could be slow moving. However, it can be categorized as the lull before the storm and within days you will be caught up in the excitement of a new venture.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Moon poised for rebirth in your zone of privacy stresses the need to reassess goals and philosophies. Outmoded ideas or situations that no longer serve a useful purpose must be set aside for more contemporary thoughts and ways.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Dare to be different and you will achieve surprising results. The new Moon encourages your uniqueness and draws you of your shell into unusual company or areas of interest. A one-off opportunity should be seized upon.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
According to cyclical lunar energy you will have an understanding of what you want, but very little idea of how to achieve your aims. Take your time over decisions and trust that the answers will come soon.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Never one to shy away from a dare you may accept an unusual challenge this weekend. The new Moon dangles a carrot and despite possible protests from loved ones, nothing will stop you from taking it.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
What goes around comes around and now is your time to harvest seeds sown in recent months. A fresh lunar phase encourages a clean out or detox and also suggests a favour will soon be repaid.

SATURDAY

YOUR DAY
The fading Moon lowers energy levels and could cause indecisiveness. Arrangements may be made and then cancelled, suggesting it will be wiser to go with the flow than attempt to set timetables. But today's biggest challenge lies in getting through the basics without making silly mistakes.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You can hop off the treadmill of routine in months ahead and branch out into different areas. Little will daunt you and rather than seeking approval or a partner to work with, you are likely to exert your independence and exploit lucky breaks.

SUNDAY

YOUR DAY
A gentler and more calculated phase begins today. Relationships will be important and greater care may be taken to avoid upsetting others. The energy is also more creative, but the motivation to really make a difference could be lacking. Play to personal strengths and seek help when necessary.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You may feel weighed down by responsibility or restricted in movement. However, you can achieve your best work in the year ahead through dedication and because of your lack of freedom. You will also have a canny knack for accumulating assets and winning approval.