HOROSCOPE

CAPRICORN

Dec 22-Jan 19 Do what works for you. Others may provide advice that is tainted by their own bias, so you must be self-reliant and reach your own conclusions. Avoid shaking up finances until next week.

AQUARIUS

Jan 20-Feb 18 Gauge which way the wind is blowing. Others may not be in a receptive mood if you ask for favours or make presentations today, so bide your time. Keep spending and cash outlays to a minimum.

PISCES

Feb 19-Mar 20 Live and let live. Don’t take it personally if someone doesn’t have time for you when preoccupied by their own business. Just because you disagree with a loved one doesn’t mean they don’t care.

ARIES

Mar 21-Apr 19 Grin and bear it. Events may conspire so that where you’re at is not where you want to be, but your only option is to make the best of it. It may require extra effort to meet deadlines or pressing obligations.

TAURUS

Apr 20-May 20 Shut out all distractions. Remain determined to achieve your objectives even when you encounter various obstacles that need to be avoided. Give the highest priority to what is important.

GEMINI

May 21-Jun 20 You can’t hide from the truth. When faced with hard facts, excuses or spin won’t make the picture any brighter. Make the necessary attitude adjustments. Be sure the figures in your bank book are accurate.

CANCER

Jun 21-Jul 22 Roll with the punches. If you know that criticisms are unfounded, there’s no reason to defend yourself against them. Ignore negative or derisive comments and focus on constructive endeavours.

LEO

Jul 23-Aug 22 There’s no point in beating a dead horse. You gain nothing from arguing the same points over and over with someone. Steer clear of conflict. Make certain that you have not overlooked any bills or debts.

VIRGO

Aug 23-Sep 22 Work now, play later. Responsibilities may make it so that your love life temporarily suffers but you must honour your obligations at all costs. Rest assured that you’ll have more fun over the weekend.

LIBRA

Sep 23-Oct 22 Daydreams won’t pay the rent. It may be nice to fantasise about the future, but more pressing issues demand your immediate attention. Clear your slate of all responsibilities before taking a break.

SCORPIO

Oct 23-Nov 21 Any task worth doing is worth doing well. Take your time and do your best as trying to rush through a project may result in shoddy work. Don’t act impulsively as a situation may quickly change.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov 22-Dec 21 Keep it under your hat. You may do well to keep your personal feelings over a work issue private as your opinion could be in the minority. Do what is required of you with objectivity.

If today is your birthday:

You may make joyful noises throughout the upcoming four to five weeks. You may be especially buoyant and attract opportunities as well as favours from those who admire your spirit. The people who turn up on your doorstep will have your best interests at heart and your good judgement is at a peak. This can be a very good time to put things in motion or launch plans because the results will be beneficial. Don’t let your heart rule your head in February when you may be tempted to follow your fancies. Don’t initiate anything new or make major changes in late March or April when your luck is at a low point. Late June or early July is a good time for a romantic vacation.