Weekend July 1 & 2

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
You may be hesitant to accept a challenge or invitation, but curiosity or a desire to please will be the deciding factor. The less you look forward to something, the more likely you are to enjoy it.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Remember that you answer only to yourself and not the dictates of others. Stand your ground and learn to say no, but act with good humour so that everyone accepts your decisions without feeling resentful or neglected.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Be careful you do not talk in circles and confuse yourself as much as others. Your enthusiasm is often infectious, but this weekend it could be draining on the people around you. Slow the pace a little.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Seek out people with mutual interests or ideals and you will avoid having to make excuses or small talk. In fact the more discerning you are this weekend, the better health and emotional wellbeing you will enjoy.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Think carefully about the power of the spoken word and use it for altruistic purposes. The communication planet Mercury gifts you with eloquence, allowing you to persuade, teach and influence others. You are currently on solid ground.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
The positive for your sign is that your opinions hold a lot of weight and others will look up to you. In the negative, extra responsibility could quickly become burden and you may feel below par.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
If you feel besieged by demands or offers, ride through the emotions and prioritise. And as you pick your way through the different options, keep in mind that the energy favours fun-filled activities over mundane chores.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
Despite an almost telepathic ability to interpret moods, an element of doubt could creep in and you may be loath to act impulsively. The extra care you devote to situations will be the difference between success and failure.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
Your desire to reverse a negative trend gets a kick along from playful planets Venus and Mercury. Self-belief coupled with the upbeat energy helps bring about change in an area of life that is sadly lacking.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
An uncanny ability to stay one step ahead of events stops you from being caught on the hop. Not one for surprises, you prefer to be fully informed and sufficiently armed to cover every possible scenario.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
If you clarify your most urgent goals you will avoid frittering away energy and make the most productive use of your time. You should also put relationship problems into perspective rather than playing them up or down.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
Your affection for someone may be declining, but perhaps your expectations have been too high in the past. Adapt to current circumstances instead of trying to fit relationships into your image of how they should be.

SATURDAY
YOUR DAY
Familiar company and territory may be more appealing than strange situations. Stick close to home and think carefully before accepting invitations, advice or offers. Seek and give feedback so that everybody knows where he or she stands today, but avoid being overly critical in assessments or showing prejudice.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
A lack of satisfaction sends you on a search for deeper meaning in your life. And while it may take time and patience to find your niche, the upcoming year offers unique opportunities along the way. A return to your roots is also possible.

SUNDAY
YOUR DAY
There may be plenty of experts offering opinions, but few willing to accept advice. Personal experience could well be the best teacher today and despite the mistakes liable to be made, lessons learned are unlikely to ever be forgotten. Pay attention to detail and avoid any urge to cut corners.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You might feel an overwhelming desire to make your mark and should consult professionals when looking for guidance. Whatever you invest by way of money, time and energy into your future, the ends will justify the means. Relationship-wise, maintaining the status quo is important.