Weekend July 15 & 16

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
In an effort to please others you may make false promises, half-hearted arrangements or ill-timed moves. The price you pay this weekend for keeping the peace could be a loss of leisure time or personal freedom.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
The more productive use you make of your time, the greater sense of satisfaction you will feel. Team up with people who are ambitious and share your ideals, but stay away from self-important or devious types.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You may have difficulty keeping up with the demands and fickleness of others, but will try your level best to remain calm. Opportunities are likely to be limited due to time, financial or physical constraints.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Your usual approach may be to agree with popular opinion, but a rebellious streak could see you playing opposites for the fun of it. Above all, you will be keen to kick-start discussions or a new venture.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
There may be a tendency for you to go to extremes, but you should be wary about burning your bridges. An all-or-nothing approach to life will not only be draining, but it could also have repercussions.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
The energy around your sign is empathetic and analytical, allowing you to see both sides of a situation or argument. In fact your value as a listener, mentor and supporter cannot be underestimated this weekend.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
A change of plan may initially throw you off course, but once you mentally and emotionally adjust to a situation you will see the positives. The planets counsel against digging your heels in over matters of principle.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
If an aspect of your life has fallen into a rut, use the compatible energy to advantage. Destiny has been working in your favour for months, but self-motivation is critical for the success of any new endeavours.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
The planets provide the impetus needed to make a tough decision, but a lack of bravado could hold you back. Your tendency to procrastinate means loved ones will have to step in and choose for you.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
A more cheerful outlook on life comes courtesy of well-matched energy. Some of you may be keen to spend more quality time with friends and loved ones, while others work on a potentially profitable project.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Try to see a problem through the eyes of others and avoid putting your own needs first. The lunar energy causes you to overstate issues, while Mars in opposition remains at the root of relationship problems.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
You might exaggerate the importance of situations or twist the truth to suit yourself, but your saving grace will be good intentions. Moon in your sign suggests this is a good time to take a breather.

SATURDAY

YOUR DAY
There is an indefinable quality that makes it difficult to fathom people out and decipher messages. Leaving others to their own devices and keeping arrangements as informal as possible may prevent problems. However the lower expectations are today, the few disappointments there are likely to be. Take life easy.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
A person or promise of things to come could set your heart racing. The next twelve months foreshadow an emotional, romantic of financial boost and at least one of your long-held dreams looks likely to materialise. Seize opportunities and make inspired decisions or changes.

SUNDAY

YOUR DAY
Today there may be greater clarity and less chance of crossed wires in communication. Use the energy to get back in touch with estranged people and open up debate to clear the air. It is equally important to build trust slowly and continue to keep hopes at a realistic level.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
You can cash in on last year's lucky breaks, but you must be financially astute and willing to work. Saturn in the money zone favours consolidation and cautious investing, while benevolent Jupiter continues to bless joint ventures. You will not be easily charmed or fooled.