WEEKLY HOROSCOPE

Because of your strong persona and your ability to confidently handle any trouble or challenge that pops up, Aries, there are many who think you would be willing to try anything once. In many cases, this is true. But this week, someone may almost dare you to try something that has what appears to be a potentially lucrative reward. They may even expect you to be grateful for the chance. But if you pick up a feeling of warning, you need to do what your intuition tells you, even if the one offering this chance bristles a bit. Someone may push you to reveal something you think of as private this week, even though most people wouldn’t consider this a very personal matter.

(20 April - 20 May)

A mutually agreed-upon decision could come into scrutiny this week, Taurus, but not by you. In fact, you may be surprised by this development and may be a bit skeptical about it too. But even if you feel certain that you are right and the other party’s fears are totally off base, you need to at least hear the other person out. There may be something that was missed upon initial inspection that was noticed and must now be explored. Someone who makes a lot of wonderful promises to you this week might be all talk and no action. Although whatever they have to offer might seem very appealing, you need to get any such promises down in writing, and don’t risk too much as you do. There could be a few surprises.

(21 May - 20 June)

A money-making opportunity might pop up this week when least expected. Money may have been on your mind for a while now, Gemini, and this might seem like the answer to a request you made to the universe. Yes, this could really be a good thing, but do not underestimate the time, effort, and dedication it will take for you to realize this goal. It may seem easier on the surface than it really is, but it could ultimately be well worth it. A person who appears as a lost soul or down on their luck could impart some priceless wisdom to you this week. This is the perfect week to start fulfilling promises you made to yourself some time ago to create a personal health regimen dedicated to holistic well-being.

(21 June - 22 July)

An impromptu conversation that begins very casually could lead to a much deeper, much more revealing dialogue. This may involve someone who is technically quite close to you, Moonchild, such as a sibling or a close friend. You may learn something that is very surprising, given the longevity and depth of the relationship. And although this might be somewhat shocking, it will also bring you closer as you work through it. Anticipation is now building for an upcoming chance to get involved in some quest that really excites you. This may be a very surprising chance - the kind of which comes along not too often. This may offer you the opportunity to fulfill some facet of yourself that has gone unmet despite years of trying. This is exciting. A change of career or a new job possibility may be on your mind right now.

(23 July - 22 August)

You are gently encouraged to take a good, hard look at all of those chores and obligations you have been putting off that are now becoming more emergent. Yes, Leo, it is time to stop procrastinating. Although these tasks may not be your favorite thing to do, catching up with them this week will empower you with a more positive attitude and a great sense of accomplishment. Get started early in the week, and by mid-week, you shall feel extremely productive. This is also a good time to purge yourself of anything you don’t need - stuff you could possibly sell and make a small profit from or donate to a good cause - the act of decluttering will lighten your load and give you more space at home to do other things you would really like to do.

(23 August - 22 September)

You are such a moral, upstanding person with stellar values, Virgo. You aim high and try your hardest, and when things don’t turn out as you hoped and planned, you tend to treat yourself very unkindly. In other words, you often entertain thoughts filled with guilt when you believe you haven’t reached your goals. You may now be thinking about some such venture that went awry, but you are not to blame, nor should you continue to ruminate about it. This week, you should receive either a subtle message or perhaps even an outright and obvious clue that there is nothing you could have done differently. And what’s more, you may find that another chance to do this is coming to you soon.

(23 September - 22 October)

If you have been struggling with where to go next in your life, either personally or professionally, this might be a good time to look at options for making this exploration easier. You might want to consider consulting with a life coach - someone who can help you sculpt an image of your future in the way you wish to see it. You might also want to look into other techniques for getting down to your deepest needs and wishes through counseling, meditation, or self-hypnosis. The answers are there, you just have to mine them. You could experience closure this week connected to an argument that may seem to have gone on forever. Even if this does not bring an actual answer to you, Libra, it will give you the sense of peace and finality that you have been looking for.

(23 October- 21 November)

Is shopping on your mind right now, Scorpio? It may be, but this may not be a good week for extravagant purchases. Before you go out and spend even a dime, you need to analyze and address your reasons for feeling this need. If this is linked to “retail therapy” - the desire to buy pretty things to forget some problem - then you need to address the actual problem rather than throwing money at things you don’t really need and potentially can’t afford at the moment. A small purchase could be okay and help ease your mind, but just be sure you deal with the matter that is on your mind. A chance to start fresh in some area of your life may come to you this week.

(22 November- 21 December)

A talent of yours that you have never taken very seriously - or perhaps never even thought of as a talent - is about to come front and center in your life in some way. This may mean that someone will call it out and praise you for something you do very well, or someone influential will notice your gift and tap it for some upcoming venture. Either way, this will represent a new and potentially valuable path to travel. Don’t say no, Sagittarius. This is a great week to connect with people you can learn from, and the former possibility may play into this. You may be offered guidance from an expert, and they may see you as a protégé. This is also a great week to exercise some of the skills you are already well aware of, perhaps in the capacity of a second job or a way to earn extra income.

(22 December- 19 January)

A talkative friend could reveal something to you this week that they then ask you to keep secret. This may be a dilemma for you, Capricorn, because it may have an impact on another, perhaps closer friend. What should you do? You need to weigh the benefits and problems with conveying what you know, and figure out which approach will do the most good or will cause the most damage. You’re smart that way - you will figure it out. A change at work or in some ongoing situation in your life may seem dreary and depressing. But there could be some virtue in it that you have not yet seen. Give yourself a chance to acclimate before coming to any conclusions. This may turn out to be a very positive change and very surprising in many ways.

(20 January - 18 February)

You may have been running around rather frantically trying to make a situation work that is related to your home life, Aquarius. This may have added a bit more work to each day, and your days are already pretty packed. But by making a small adjustment that you discover this week, you could make your life so much easier and more peaceful. Implement this change immediately for the greatest benefit. Also this week, a sweeping change may be needed to make a favor work - a favor someone promised to you but didn’t really have the full capacity to fulfill, unbeknownst to you. You don’t want to make anyone feel bad though, so do your best to accommodate this individual.

(19 February - 20 March)

Home is where the heart is - especially for you right now, Pisces. This week, you may realize that everything you want to do can happen at home. From prettying up your home space, to reorganizing your closets, your storage, your garage - or perhaps even preparing yourself a splendid recipe and treating yourself like a king or a queen dining in your finest set by candlelight, even if you are alone - this is a week to indulge in all the comforts your home offers you. Not only will this be enjoyable on an aesthetic level, but it will also satisfy some inner need you have right now to find greater balance in your life. A can-do attitude on steroids is what you may need this week to follow through on an agreement you made with a difficult person.