YOUR STARS

Your Year Ahead – Libra: Ever gone to pull a loose thread, only to find the whole thing unravelling? Stop picking at minor flaws or life may start to come loose. While delays can be disappointing, you’re probably not ready to proceed right now. Instead, enjoy your birthday season with those you love. Today makes tomorrow’s happy memories, so make the best of life in the here and now. Aries (March 21 - April 20) Too often your best fantasies remain dormant within the confines of your imagination. Not so now. You’re ready for – well – almost anything! New love could move at lightning speed. Credit cards meltdown from overuse. Work, however, brings a steadier pace. Taurus (April 21 - May 20) Personal matters or family take priority this week. A change of home may soon be necessary. At the very least, plans for relocation are put into motion. Or someone’s causing disruption. Secret romance, or a past indiscretion, should stay private – so don’t be tempted to tell all. Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Your ability to work with such obvious determination is bound to turn a few heads this week, and you will probably encounter both support and envy. You will also find out who your true friends are. As some may not prove trustworthy, caution is advised in financial matters. Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Let go of any self-defeating thoughts. You may feel that you lack direction, but that’s only because you’ve yet to choose your direction. Start a vision board, write lists, make plans and be open to following when a path opens for you. If you feel that guidance is needed, ask friends for help. You are not alone. Leo (July 23 - August 23) Restlessness makes it hard for Leos to settle. You’re simply not in the mood for routine. The more predictable your days become, the more frustrated you are. Don’t stress. By week’s end, the cosmos livens up your life – perhaps with a surprise. More cash, maybe? Virgo (August 24 - September 22) Most people seem unstable this week, but you’re willing enough to humour them. On the face of it this probably makes you just as daft, but there’s Virgo method in your madness. Eventually they’ll see the error of their ways – and your wisdom. Libra (September 23 - October 23) You’re able to genuinely multi-task, and that’s a rare skill. Right now, you dream of a career change – but life feels too unstable. Communicate your feelings another week, when you’re better able to articulate plans. A flirtatious exchange brings out your mischievous side. Scorpio (October 24 - November 22) Get a grip on your emotions, Scorpio. They’re so intense they threaten to control you, instead of the other way around. And no more tetchy outbursts. Sure, a little venting helps let off steam, but it won’t solve anything. Ditto for disagreements about money. Sagittarius (November 23 - December 21) Just when you thought it was time to abandon ship, along comes a planetary rescue team. But you’re not entirely clear of stormy seas just yet – particularly when it comes to personal issues. Close friends sense this, and will help steer you towards calmer waters. Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) Although you’re tempted to whip others into action, use gentler methods. Of course it’s frustrating, but slower colleagues need inspiration and support. Excessive discipline won’t encourage the co-operation you need. Best solution? Patience and compromise. Aquarius (January 21 - February 18) Cut your losses at the start of the week so that you don’t wade into anyone else’s psychological cesspool. Thankfully, you’re intuitive enough to recognise any early warning signs, and may have already made an escape plan. The further away, the better. Pisces (February 19 - March 20) You may sometimes wonder whether you have taken the right path in life. Don’t panic, Pisces. Carefully reassess past actions and remember that there’s no such thing as a mistake – life is a learning curve. Self-forgiveness is a must. Forgive others too.