HOROSCOPE

CAPRICORN Dec 22-Jan 19

Making alliances will always serve you better than making enemies. A pressing dilemma may confront you, but you’ll probably need to wait longer than you would like for a viable solution to emerge.

AQUARIUS Jan 20-Feb 18

Take steps to finish projects before deadlines and take care of essential details. Getting together with friends in the evening could be pleasant if you avoid discussing sensitive or divisive subjects.

PISCES Feb 19-Mar 20

Soft words can dispel arguments and restore peace. Although this isn’t a great weekend for social events, it might be a good time to focus on living up to your ideals. Avoid throwing good money after bad.

ARIES Mar 21-Apr 19

You will make more progress and earn more recognition by working behind the scenes. Steer clear of sketchy situations and risky enterprises. Keep your temper under wraps if certain individuals irritate you.

TAURUS Apr 20-May 20

Polish up your manners and social graces; this is a time to use diplomacy to get your way. Pass up invitations to events or venues that are unlikely to be pleasing. Stick to things you know you love.

GEMINI May 21-June 20

Tune in to the oneness of all and you will be able to experience the feeling of being right at home; we are vastly more similar to each other than different. You may be challenged to help a friend who has anger issues.

CANCER June 21-July 22

Keep calm and carry on. You might feel pushed and pulled in opposite directions if someone pressures you to support a cause or asks you to voice an opinion. Listening to other people’s views can be illuminating.

LEO July 23-Aug 22

Steer clear of controversies and disputes. You likely can handle any unforeseen event at the workplace but could have trouble asserting yourself without offending someone. You may imagine that things are better than they are.

VIRGO Aug 23-Sept 22

A desire to probe and ferret out information can create conflict with others. Try to settle differences gracefully and with tact. You may not have the power to change something, but you still have the power to change your attitude.

LIBRA Sept 23-Oct 22

The desire to escape from temporary tedium might send you in search of novel entertainment or even a casual fling. Remember never to solve a short-term problem by creating a long-term problem.

SCORPIO Oct 23-Nov 21

Keeping your eyes open and your pace moderate will help you take extra precautions at the workplace to ensure your safety. Avoid being on the defensive and don’t attempt to outmanoeuvre anyone now.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22-Dec 21

A rush to judgment could be disadvantageous in the end. Envy is a sign you need to step up more strongly in pursuit of your dreams. Stay on top of your business obligations.

If today is your birthday:

You probably can hit the nail on the head every time as the next three to four weeks unfold, because you are likely sensible and possess a high degree of accuracy. By September you might be willing to look outside your own four walls for companionship and may get in touch with numerous like-minded people. Your mind can wander in October as you fantasise about bigger and better conditions. Be on your guard against becoming involved in unrealistic undertakings or mistaking a mild attraction for true love. Your wisdom is back in place by December, when you can make astute decisions about money and take advantage of end-of-year financial tactics. Romance can take first place in late January, when an exciting vacation or a weekend escape built for two should satisfy your needs.