Things are hotting up!

YOUR HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK BEGINNING 26 AUGUST 2018

This Pisces Full Moon is no ordinary lunar event. By forming a Grand Trine with Saturn and Uranus, the Sun radiates a special magic on our silvery companion. Normally Grand Trines are relatively passive. They offer a gift of strength, which can be used to bring change in a powerful and positive fashion, without necessarily demanding immediate action. But the Full Moon brings the realisation of how best to apply this assistance. With the iron this hot, as fiery Mars turns direct, the invitation to strike may be rightly tempting!

ARIES March 21- April 20

With your ruler Mars changing direction this week, get ready for the pace of your life to be turned up a few notches and the potential for success to increase. There will always be, of course, things that you want to change and situations that you wish you could alter. No one can escape the odd feeling of dissatisfaction and worry. The trick is to be able to put our reasons for concern on to the back burners and turn them down so that we hardly notice them. You can do that now! Then, you’ll find practical ways to solve problems. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: You can adapt to and cope with most things. But be careful not to give away too much power now.

TAURUS April 21- May 21

We’re all on the roller- coaster of life with its ups and downs, its highs and lows. Things are good for a while, then problems creep in. When we’re zooming along at the top, we think we’re going to stay there forever. And when we’re feeling down — well, you’ve had enough experience of difficulties to know how that feels. The good news is that there’s no need to fear slipping anywhere this week. The Grand Trine, featuring Uranus in your sign, will help you find a stable new position from which life looks very promising. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: You need to be kind — entirely for reasons of self- protection! The nicer you can be, the happier you will feel.

GEMINI May 22- June 22

You’ve been ducking and diving for a while now. You’ve been doing everything you can to avoid having to deal with an unwelcome situation which has developed despite your best efforts to keep things simple. Under the helpful influence of the Grand Trine, this week should bring clarity and calm. While you’ve been focusing on sorting things out, things have moved on. A drama has come to an end and an important decision has been agreed. If you can find the courage to face your fear, you can watch it disappear. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: Is it a lie? Is it the truth? Either accept or reject something in your emotional life now. But do it wholeheartedly. CANCER June 23- July 23 Are you known for your strength or your vulnerability? It’s a hard question. We all fluctuate between the two. One minute, we’re showing off our muscles, the next we’re hiding under the duvet. This isn’t just individual behaviour either… nations follow the same pattern. The stronger they perceive themselves to be, the more fearful they are. As the retrograde movement of Mars ( opposite your sign) comes to an end, and the Full Moon focuses the energy of the Grand Trine, you’ll be emboldened. You can put your fears aside this week. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: You have been unsure about the game you are playing. Soon you will make more sense of recent confusion.

LEO July 24- August 23

As Mars, the planet of energy and ambition slows almost to a halt, you may find that you’re lacking your usual enthusiasm. There’s a real possibility that you’ll find it difficult to focus on anything other than the tasks that need to be completed and the battles that need to be won. Will the week be a success? Well, under the influence of an auspicious Grand Trine involving your ruler, the Sun is energised by the Full Moon. So, as long as you persist, you’ll accomplish all you set out to do. If you want to do well, just keep smiling. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: If only answers really were blowin’ in the wind. You face a dilemma now. Soon, an answer will blow its way to you.

VIRGO August 24- September 23

This is one of those special weeks that don’t happen very often, The Sun, which is in your sign, is forming part of an auspicious Grand Trine with Saturn and Uranus. That, all by itself, is enough reason to expect very pleasing progress. But, there’s more to this cosmic story. The Full Moon adds its energy, as Mars prepares to turn direct in the part of the sky associated, for Virgos, with serendipity. There’s no such thing as a guarantee of success. But there are a lot of blessings around you, and a lot of reasons to be thankful. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: There will always be problems and doubts. There may be uncertainty too, but your doubts are making you wise now.

LIBRA September 24- October 23

You’re blessed with skills and talents which you’re smart enough to recognise and develop. You are rightly, quietly proud of your abilities. You’re also clever enough to know how to avoid situations where you might be out of your depth. It’s the area in between these two extremes that’s being highlighted by the Grand Trine this week. The challenge is to push beyond your idea of what you can and can’t do. How do you know your limitations until you push the boundaries? You’ve created a border that you can move beyond. Go ahead! IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: Don’t ever feel that you have to make sacrifices — at least until you have tried all possible compromises.

SCORPIO October 24- November 22

It’s easy to disagree about something. Anyone can do it! That’s why arguments are so common. A little conflict here, and a little skirmish there can even be good: it can bring things out into the open, ease tension and force more open communication. Although we tend to think life would be easier if people disagreed less, the reality is that we’d miss the dramatic interludes. You’ve been dealing with more than your fair share of drama recently. Under the Grand Trine, and with Mars changing direction, a lot can be resolved. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: Are you now in the luxurious position of being able to give your heart to something you believe in? You ought to be.

SAGITTARIUS November 23- December 21 Watch carefully! There! Almost out of your field of vision, you can just about spot an almost imperceptible movement. With such a broad visual horizon, how then can you ever miss a trick? Yet, you find yourself in a position where your attention has been subtly pulled away by someone else, and your expectations have been affected by their influence. As the Grand Trine weaves its magic and Mars changes direction, they bring a cosmic gift which will ease the tension. It’s the courage to change your mind about a recent decision. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: If you want to hold a constructive conversation you need to put your own beliefs aside for a while.

CAPRICORN December 22- January 20

As Mars slows to a stop in your sign, it’s a clear indication that you need to pause. Take a moment. Of course, there are many things that you can’t just stop doing and many thoughts that won’t quite be quieted. That’s OK. In reality, stopping means taking the time to take stock and not embark on anything new. Rather than making new commitments this week, try just to stick with what you’ve already begun. You’ll soon be moving forward again. But a chance to reflect could influence the new direction you choose to take. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: Are you guilty of taking too much for granted? Be more willing to recognise the exceptional and the special in your life.

AQUARIUS January 21- February 19

Since our planet’s governed by socalled educated folk, it’s no wonder we’re baffled by the mess it’s in. We’d like to think that the people at the top know how to deal with difficult issues like poverty, famine and war. Yet that doesn’t ever seem to happen. You’ve had an innovative idea, but are concerned that other people will disapprove. Yet, with Mars changing direction and a Grand Trine involving your ruling planets, something that seemed remote is possible. Follow your intuition and your vision can positively affect people’s lives. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: Don’t let worry overwhelm you. Choose: are you going to be led by fear or faith? The rest will take care of itself.

PISCES February 20- March 20

Toss a coin? Rock- paper- scissors? Wait to see what happens? Roll a dice? You’re usually pretty good at making decisions. Every once in a while, though, you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation when you’re uncertain about what to do. Fortunately, this time it’s not going to last for long. The Grand Trine that focusses on the Full Moon, in your sign, will guide you towards the right choice. By the end of this week, you’ll have understood what’s going on and know what you need to do. You’ll be much happier too. IN YOUR LOVE LIFE: One man’s meat is another man’s poison, they say. Give them time and hopefully, that will change.