Weekend August 19 & 20

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Grant yourself some quiet time and reflect on what you currently want from life or could do without. You must also keep needy people at arm's length, as you could be inclined to soak up their negative energy.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Your first instinct this weekend may be to verbalise every thought or emotion. However, there are risks involved with being blunt and you should edit dialogue and perhaps think twice about getting a confession off your chest.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You may be motivated to make lifestyle changes that bring comfort or enhance your image. But while ideas may flow freely enough, a lack of resources or consensus from others could frustrate plans and stifle progress.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
You might have an idea of what you want, but Moon in your sign lowers energy levels and makes it difficult to carry through plans. Two heads are better than one, so team up with an inspired person.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
A tendency to worry unnecessarily could erode time and emotional energy. Avoid taking the problems of other people to heart and engage in gentle activities. You might also consider time away from the usual crowd.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You could be inclined to set double standards, expecting more freedom for yourself while placing unreasonable demands on others. As luck would have it, many people will be looking for leadership and you might fit the bill.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Put yourself in the spotlight and show others how enterprising you can be. Charming planets are gradually transforming your sign and providing the confidence boost needed to turn your social or financial affairs around.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
You will probably seek out people and pastimes that have a calming effect. The Moon in gentle Cancer is nicely aligned to your sign and its influence can help you relax in mind, body and spirit.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
A propensity to read between the lines could make you privy to information you would rather not possess. Keep curiosity at bay this weekend, especially when dealing with people who prefer their privacy and anonymity.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
With your inbuilt sense of right and wrong, you will doubtless make wise decisions on behalf of the group. There are also indications you are now ready to put more into a relationship that is suffering from neglect.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
You may feel your emotional needs have been ignored lately, but things look likely to improve this weekend. Your loyalty to friends and loved ones or devotion to the cause is about to pay well-deserved dividends.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Despite being sensitive, you will have a wonderful ability to deflect criticism and laugh off disappointment. The magical blend of energy helps lift your spirits and sharpens you sense of humour at precisely the same time.

SATURDAY
YOUR DAY
The Moon's transition into caring Cancer means that feelings will be considered whenever decisions are made. It also indicates people are more likely to take the roundabout route in situations, rather than getting straight to the heart of matters. There may be a greater than normal tendency to take offence today.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
As you approach the end of a situation, you will feel both saddened and apprehensive. However, the next twelve months are somewhat of a transition phase and allow you to become accustomed to changing circumstances. Meantime, personal congratulations could soon be in order.

SUNDAY
YOUR DAY
The tempo slows and people could become elusive or withdrawn. Avoid putting pressure on others and ask nothing of loved ones you would not be prepared to do yourself. Nurturing energy also highlights the need to take care of those less fortunate as well as looking after oneself.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You have climbed the hill and can look forward in upcoming months to gliding down. The worst of situation will soon be over and while you may feel a little bruised, you can also be proud of the strength you have shown.