HOROSCOPES by Sally Brompton

By Sally Brompton

LEO 24 JULY-23 AUG

Forget about self-denial, self-discipline and self-sacrifice this week. Not only are the Sun and romantic Venus in your sign, but Mars, the planet of energy, passion and ambition, will soon move into the most dynamic area of your chart, giving you every right to put your own needs first. It’s essential if you’re to make the most of the talents you were born with. CALL 1560 475 016* VIRGO 24 AUG-23 SEPT

As Mars enters a sensitive area of your chart this week, you could find yourself getting upset for no good reason. Let your emotions have their say, but don’t let them take over. You could find yourself in hot water when your ruler Mercury squares up to Saturn on Saturday. CALL 1560 475 017* LIBRA 24 SEPT-23 OCT

If you must be on the move this week, then at least give some thought to the route you’re going to take before starting your journey. Even if you’re not impetuous by nature, you will be in a reckless mood over the next few days. Make sure to get a return ticket. CALL 1560 475 018* SCORPIO 24 OCT-22 NOV

Ambitious Mars, your dual ruler, leaves your sign this week and, if you’re smart, you’ll ease off the pace and try not to force things that do not fit – especially those of a financial or business nature. The smallest mistake could have far-reaching consequences. CALL 1560 475 019* SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV-21 DEC

Don’t hold back this week. Deal with the world as though you own it and, with dynamic Mars in your sign and on your side, you probably will. Sagittarians are incredibly ambitious, but you sometimes lack the killer instinct to reach the top. Sometimes, but not this week. CALL 1560 475 020* CAPRICORN 22 DEC-20 JAN

With your ruler Saturn, the Great Taskmaster of the Zodiac, in the most sensitive area of your chart and at odds with the Sun, you’re likely to be anxious this week. Fortunately, other aspects will make you realise you’re jumping at shadows. But be on your guard just in case. CALL 1560 475 021* AQUARIUS 21 JAN-19 FEB

You are likely to be in an aggressive mood this week, and you’re sure to argue with someone before it comes to a close. By all means, defend your opinions. But don’t expect friends and colleagues to roll over and play dead – they are every bit as resolute as you. CALL 1560 475 010* PISCES 20 FEB-20 MARCH

With ambitious Mars entering the success angle of your chart, you will get the chance to prove yourself to be the star that you know in your heart you are. If you wish to move up in the world and be respected and admired, this could be an important week for you. CALL 1560 475 011* ARIES 21 MARCH-20 APRIL

Aries may be a passionate sign, but there are times when you can be pretty laid-back about life. This is one of them. If you get the chance to travel, study or expand your outlook this week, your dynamic ruler Mars urges you to take it without a moment’s hesitation. CALL 1560 475 012* TAURUS 21 APRIL-21 MAY

Cosmic activity in one of the most powerful areas of your chart means you’ll have the power to purge any aspects of your personality that you no longer feel happy with. But don’t, as they say, throw the baby out with the bath water. Some things are worth holding on to. CALL 1560 475 013* GEMINI 22 MAY-21 JUNE

There will be more than the usual amount of tension in your relationships this week, although there may be no obvious reason for it. Just be aware that partners and loved ones can be rather sensitive and have a tendency to take anything you say the wrong way. CALL 1560 475 014* CANCER 22 JUNE-23 JULY

It is important for you to be busy this week. You need to take on something that requires attention to detail and, above all, you need to work with other people – no matter how independent a Cancer you may to be. A job well done will be twice as satisfying when you do it together. CALL 1560 475 015*