HOROSCOPES by Sally Brompton

By Sally Brompton

VIRGO 24 AUG-23 SEPT

The approaching Lunar Eclipse will throw up unexpected problems and you’ll have to compromise to a high degree to get along with others. But remember: this is not the same as giving in, although in your heightened emotional state you will resent being asked to abandon something that gives you so much pleasure. Deep down you’ll know you could live without it. CALL 1560 475 017* LIBRA 24 SEPT-23 OCT

The Sun in Virgo makes you receptive to new ideas. But take care not to appear gullible, or you could fall prey to opportunists. The information you seek is freely available, so be wary of those who want to charge you for it – especially on Tuesday, when the Sun challenges Mars. CALL 1560 475 018* SCORPIO 24 OCT-22 NOV

Ideas and money seldom get along and, with the Sun at odds with Mars, not being able to finance what you want to do will be frustrating and possibly signal a showdown with those who hold the purse strings. If your idea is as good as you believe, you don’t need to rush things. CALL 1560 475 019* SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV-21 DEC

The Sun in Virgo can be a constructive influence for Sagis, as long as they’re willing to accept the obligations it brings. Current aspects are all about power and responsibility and how they dovetail. Before accepting a new role, consider whether you can handle the implications. CALL 1560 475 020* CAPRICORN 22 DEC-20 JAN

You may feel like taking a holiday, but if you do you’ll find it hard to slow down. Your mind is in such a state of turmoil, you won’t know how to relax. So don’t. Use this period of intense activity to catch up on things you have let drag on too long. It will be less painful than you fear. CALL 1560 475 021* AQUARIUS 21 JAN-19 FEB

With the Sun and Mars at loggerheads, you won’t be in the most forgiving of moods – especially if you are seething about a trusted ally talking behind your back. Rather than feel angry with this person, feel sorry for them. It is sad that they have nothing better to do with their time. CALL 1560 475 010* PISCES 20 FEB-20 MARCH

A positive outlook in the face of adversity is good, particularly if you can’t influence events. So accept that better connected people have the upper hand and intend to use it in ways you may not agree with. The roles will one day be reversed but, for now, adopt a low profile. CALL 1560 475 011* ARIES 21 MARCH-20 APRIL

Because this week’s Lunar Eclipse falls in the most sensitive area of your chart, you’re hardly likely to be the life and soul of the party. But don’t let it worry you. The less you talk, the more you think and the more you think, the greater the likelihood you will have a brilliant idea. CALL 1560 475 012* TAURUS 21 APRIL-21 MAY

There’s no way you can keep certain information secret, so there is no point trying. Your best course of action this week is to be totally honest about how you feel and what you intend to do about it. Some won’t agree with your tactics, but even your detractors will admire your bravery. CALL 1560 475 013* GEMINI 22 MAY-21 JUNE

With the Sun and Mercury at odds with Mars, you’ll be highly emotional this week. It’s no bad thing, especially if you’ve been hiding your feelings. But don’t get sentimental. You’ve important issues to see to and lamenting what might have been is a self-indulgent waste of time. CALL 1560 475 014* CANCER 22 JUNE-23 JULY

If you’re behind in your workload, you must get on top of it now. If you let things slide, you’ll struggle to catch up for weeks to come. Mars is giving you energy, but the enthusiasm must come from you. Even boring jobs can be made interesting, approached in the right frame of mind. CALL 1560 475 015* LEO 24 JULY-23 AUG

Everyone will want to be your friend this week, but it could be because they want something from you. If that is the case, make it clear no one rides for free. Whatever help they need, give your time and expertise gladly – but for a price. It’s not a case of being selfish, just realistic. CALL 1560 475 016*