Your stars

For the week 22-28 October, with Russell Grant

LIBRA 24 September – 23 October

Librans such as John Cleese (born on 27 October) and Julia Roberts (born on 28 October) are incredibly gifted and they will be using their skills to lead and inspire others to reach new heights. Raising awareness for a good cause will be a great outlet for their humanitarian instincts.

CAPRICORN 22 December – 20 January

You are feeling oddly superstitious but you won’t want to admit it. You’re seeing signs all around you and interpreting them as unlucky – or the opposite. Trust your instincts if you sense everything is working in your favour. You and a partner will be getting together to revise some future plans.

ARIES 21 March – 20 April

New information discovered this week will help you make a decision that is going to affect your long-term future. Soon you will be taking on a big challenge. If you believe you will succeed, you are halfway there already. Your ability to focus and concentrate will make it easier to master complicated tasks.

CANCER 22 June – 23 July

A friend will ask for an honest opinion. You have plenty of good things to say and this will boost their spirits. Someone in your close circle could do with some advice or help with a difficult task. If you have the time, you might enjoy helping them out. They won’t be slow to show their appreciation.

SCORPIO 24 October – 22 November

You’re wasting energy on trivial concerns and in helping people who don’t appreciate what you do for them. Time-wasting activities are preventing you from realising your true potential. This is a good time to assess your priorities. Set goals and create a timeline. Start focusing on what’s important to you.

AQUARIUS 21 January – 19 February

A friend’s behaviour will amuse you. You could have lots of fun together taking an impromptu trip. A wedding invitation gives you something to be excited about. Take this opportunity to spoil yourself with a new outfit. If you’re raising funds for a good cause, send the word out via social media.

TAURUS 21 April – 21 May

You are making more mindful health choices and you have some positive plans to get back in condition. This will boost your energy. A charismatic person will be stepping into your life and you will feel you have found a soulmate. Are you single? A new romance will give you an enticing glow.

LEO 24 July – 23 August

An opportunity could come about through sharing your practical ideas. Someone will be inspired by your creativity and will urge you to put your thoughts into practice. Your achievements will be praised and appreciation will come from unexpected places. Don’t be surprised if you are given an award or prize.

SAGITTARIUS 23 November – 21 December

You are extremely optimistic and it will be with your help that a friend improves a difficult situation. This might inspire you to spend more time working for a volunteer organisation. Take this chance to shine some light into a dark corner of the world. Positive thinking will attract happiness your way.

PISCES 20 February – 20 March

Your best friend or partner may seem a little restless but this does not mean they’re growing bored with your relationship. Getting away from the pressures of home and work will be therapeutic for you both. A word or two of reassurance that you do still count will give your spirits a lift.

GEMINI 22 May – 21 June

Stay focused on your goals even if you’re feeling deflated. Your stars urge you to keep trying. Your efforts seem to be going nowhere and it might feel as if there’s not much point continuing, but push these negative thoughts aside. You will soon get a lucky break. Stay positive. Honest effort is never wasted.

VIRGO 24 August – 23 September

Debates aren’t as useful as you had thought they would be. Someone who dominates conversations will have a lot to say, but when you think about it later, they will have told you nothing. Avoid risk. Normally you prefer to look before you leap. Make sure you do this, especially where your job is concerned.