Your Stars

Charlene Baker 21 August 1965, East London, 09h00

Sun sign: Leo

Moon sign: Gemini Rising Sign: Libra

Part of you longs for stability and security — but only a very small part. The rest of your energies yearn for adventure, madness and unpredictability. You’ re terrified of boredom, and secretly ready to cause all sorts of trouble to avoid it. The problem, of course, is that your conscious mind hasn’t been informed of the new plan, and spends its time wondering why your life resembles an obstacle course. Relationships are your greatest challenge, since the romance in your heart clashes with the wildness in your soul. The career is more interesting, bringing success as long as you’re never bored. Boredom brings self sabotage. The first step, then, is to ask your real self what it wants. From November, your life will calm down. Meanwhile, use the next six months to finish the unfinished. A new cycle is already gathering its wits. Success is yours for the taking. Open the gates with a welcoming smile. Behave as though your dreams have already come true.

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PISCES Feb 19 - Mar 20

What do you believe in? What is your life purpose? Remember, this isn’t about one person giving you the right answer. It’s about slowly discovering what’s right for you. Take your time. Enjoy the ride. Meanwhile, social life picks up on Friday. And your career will soon need some focused attention. And yes, you can easily fit it all in. You’re more talented than you know.

ARIES Mar 21 - April 19

Nothing wrong with your week. Or at least your career. You may have to let the personal life cope on its own for a while, But when you’re rich and famous, there’ll be presents and time for everyone. Okay, so it’s not that simple, but you’d be crazy to let this week’s chances pass you by. When you can, have a snooze. Then, get ready for the slog. And if you meet someone gorgeous while slaving away, ask for a rain check. A brief one.

TAURUS Apr 20 - May 21

Those mildly stodgy ideas are being laughed at — and you’re being forced to revise your thoughts. Not a bad thing. The fires of competition and passion have been lit and, let’s face it, you’re much more creative when you’re thinking on your feet. Still, if you can keep the focus off winning and on experimenting, you could easily invent a cure for cancer. Or a revolutionary scalpel. Best option — delegate and share. It’s time to unearth the real you.

GEMINI May 22 - Jun 20

Handling the love life has never been your greatest gift. So try seeing your love as a supportive friend — and move forward from there. Intimacy is something that will have to sneak up on you. While you’re waiting, have a chat with the siblings. That old competitive streak doesn’t disappear just because you’ve grown up. There are some ancient issues still to be resolved. It’s the perfect time.

CANCER June 21 - Jul 22

Moves and property deals glide through with ease. Your career is managing itself — rather well, actually. And you’re left to focus on the home. If there’s family there, spend some time. If it’s a decoration issue, buy some paint. And if you’re looking for love, say yes to the parties. Money and love come from the same source now — social interaction. And if a business partnership is on the cards, grab it.

LEO Jul 23 - Aug 22

Your search for deeper understanding leads you on an unexpected adventure. Prepare to make some radical decisions, with your long-term fulfilment in mind. People at home will be offering advice. Listen and absorb — and then make up your own mind. Guilt is for yesterday. Love and happiness are your “now” energies. But if the current relationship must end to make way for another, be kind. Let change happen at its own pace.

VIRGO Aug 23 - Sep 22

The focus is on your career. Your ideas are brilliant, and attention is being lavished. And sure, you’re working harder than you’ve done in ages. But the support — especially from family — is enough to knock your socks off. Meanwhile, there’ll be requests to speak. Yes, in public. So how about a speaking course? Then, if you have a spare moment, diarise a day off midweek. You’ll need the rest.

LIBRA Sep 23 - Oct 22

If you’ve been thinking of forming partnerships in foreign lands, book that ticket now. A hint of the unusual is what you’re after, and with your mind at its peak, your only difficulty lies in choosing. Keep a door open for opportunities that may make no sense at the time. This is an exciting time for you. Also the perfect moment to enrol in an exotic course. Expand your skills — any way that feels right.

SCORPIO Oct 23 - Nov 21

The planet of plod has moved in on your career, reminding you that progress is a process, and success can be measured in moments rather than leaps. Even so, pay attention as your inner butt-kicking mechanism gets you on your feet. Promotion (complete with more responsibility but the same money) is likely. No point pouting. Take what you can get — and work towards the rest. Love meanwhile, is complicated. Look again next week.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22 - Dec 21

Your love life has no idea where it wants to go. So let it stroll about and look around. Might as well. Jealous tantrums won’t get you anywhere but back to the drawing board. Besides, you have more interesting fish to fry. If there’s a book in you, drag it out. Money is coming from all directions — except your own career, which is taking a breather. Not to worry though, as now’s the time to chase those long-forgotten dreams.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 19

Money is only part of the picture. So pay attention to every one of your endless resources. This is a marathon time for you. Set aside frivolity and prepare to make your mark on the world. And sure, lovers and friends may complain at your distance. And if you can somehow include them, you’ll kill two birds with one stone. More likely though, is that you’ll find yourself alone and slogging. For now, don’t let anyone stand in your way. Fix the relationships next week.

AQUARIUS Jan 20 - Feb 18

Thinking of tattooing your forehead? Or piercing your elbows? Take note: the urge to change your looks will pass — and you’ll be left with the mad results. Try for something less permanent until you’re sane enough for long-term shifts. Besides, the business world is calling you. So buy a beige suit, and comb your hair. Oh yes, and you’ll be meeting someone very interesting at work. Worth getting gorgeous for.