It’s a good week to think before you speak

OVERVIEW: A line is drawn in the sand on various levels. This will show where those involved really stand. It can be a reality check for some. Emotions are more intense under the full moon in scorpio. Showdowns can be unforgiving; pick your battles carefully. Pause to allow your intuition to guide your words in a more acceptable manner. There is more than one way to win in the end. Make the effort to get together in person so you can read each others mood to avoid regrets.Take some time out for cozy quality time. Decisions come after depending on how it goes. Try to keep attitudes out of business decisions for best results. Focus on direction for the long term. It will matter then.

ARIES: Hold the line where you feel secure. A shift of positions evolves like some sort of dance moves.

TAURUS: Work with others on a need-toknow basis. There are matters that only you should handle.

GEMINI: Past events have some influence on your standing or reputation. Consider what steps to take.

CANCER: Firm up agreements or write new ones. There needs to be a clearer level of understanding.

LEO: Be strong in what you believe even if it makes you feel like a target of sorts. Others admire you.

VIRGO: Conserve your energy or information to be used in ways to give that give you more leverage.

LIBRA: Pull data and paperwork together to gain a more secure position in career or personal areas.

SCORPIO: The full moon in your sign makes you more intense than usual. This will be felt by others.

SAGITTARIUS: The extra effort you put in pays dividends in expected ways. Keep the results private.

CAPRICORN: Your leadership qualities shine through and superiors or associates are able to shine.

AQUARIUS: Advance your agenda in a step by step process and it will enhance your reputation now.

PISCES: You have important or powerful associates in your back pocket so let them get involved .

Heather Zais is an Okanagan resident and astrologer. Contact her via email at heather_zais@telus.net.