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WHEN Venus and Mars oppose each other at the Solstice, it’s as if they’re at opposite ends of a barn, in a dance that repeats every other year. They create a tumultuous energy; when we have to balance a sense of urgency and action with diplomacy and charm. It’s not easy being kind when you’re feeling frustrated, and it’s difficult to be assertive when you’re feeling calm. But with wise, optimistic Jupiter calling the moves between the two, as long as we’re big and bold, we can grow into a role that will square this circle.

ARIES Mar 21 — Apr 20

ACCORDING to the philosopher Aristotle, friendship is essentially a partnership. This theory applies both ways: when people work closely together on a business project, a creative idea, or a close emotional relationship, their ability to resonate and gel will affect the degree of success they create. Although you may be feeling as if you’re giving more than you receive, as Venus moves opposite Mars, you’ll realise that someone is being more generous with you than you think. It’s an exceptional week. The Solstice and Grand Trine bring change and transformation. For important news, call 0906 751 5601.

TAURUS Apr 21 — May 21

AS MARS opposes Venus, it’s time to think positive. So, if you want a guarantee that you’ll be in the right place at the right time today, you’d do well to begin by banishing negative thoughts about being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Negativity’s a bit like rising damp . . . you don’t notice it until it has grown into a problem that’s bad for your health, and difficult and expensive to fix. The next few days will show you that you’re exactly where you need to be. Your timing is spot on. Exceptional opportunities arise as the Solstice is energised by the Grand Trine. For great news about your future, call 0906 751 5602.

GEMINI May 22 — June 22

SINCE they say patience is a virtue, it’s no wonder we all sometimes feel rather short of it. Even among the saints, who have patience in abundance, there are many examples of fiery dragon-slayers who lived action-packed lives. Sitting around waiting for things to develop suits some people better than others. You have information that needs decisive, immediate action. Your patience has worn thin for good reasons. The Sun remains in your sign for just one more day. Use its energy well. Capture the powerful energy of this week’s Solstice. Call your in-depth, four-minute forecast now: 0906 751 5603.

CANCER June 23 — July 23

LIKE a butterfly waiting to emerge from a cocoon, a new you is about to be revealed. The older version of yourself might have felt nervous or worried about the potential negative side of a recent proposal. But the new, energised you can take it in your stride. As long as it’s calculated, you’re ready to take a risk. The Sun’s imminent arrival in your sign will bring a revival in your fortunes. As you unfurl your wings, you can release a burden and indulge in some fun. Your new, improved attitude is here to stay. It’s an exceptional week. The Solstice and Grand Trine bring change and transformation. For important news, call 0906 751 5604.

LEO July 24 — Aug 23

YOU’RE delightful to know. You really are. You have charisma, elegance, creativity, attractiveness, and the ability to be socially warm and welcoming. What more can I say? Well, should I talk about your intelligence and your sense of humour? Your generosity and resourcefulness? What about your insight and . . . gosh . . . I’m going to run out of words if I’m not careful. With Venus opposing Mars, you, on the other hand, aren’t going to find yourself running short of admirers this Solstice. Exceptional opportunities arise as the Solstice is energised by the Grand Trine. For great news about your future, call 0906 751 5605.

VIRGO Aug 24 — Sep 23

YOUR imagination is a versatile instrument. Unlike a claw hammer, which can be used to pound nails into walls as well as extract them, it’s not always easy to know whether you’re using it to create something that’s bigger than it needs to be, or stripping unnecessary pieces away to reveal the essence of the motivational force affecting your life. As Mars and Venus form an opposition, if your current project is being impelled by a destructive element, you can change it and create a more constructive outcome. Capture the powerful energy of this week’s Solstice. Call your in-depth, four-minute forecast now: 0906 751 5606.

LIBRA Sep 24 — Oct 23

DO YOU feel as if your energy is dropping and you’ll never overcome the problems that beset your progress? If so, you’ll be delighted to know that tomorrow, under the auspicious Solstice and the Venus/ Mars opposition, your strength will be doubled, your stamina tripled and your success rate quadrupled! As for the effect this planetary powerhouse will have on your charisma and ability to charm ...well, watch out all who cross your path! You’re heading towards a bright version of your future. It’s an exceptional week. The Solstice and Grand Trine bring change and transformation. For important news, call 0906 751 5607.

SCORPIO Oct 24 — Nov 22

AS MARS and Venus meet in opposition, there’s a chance you might be tempted to overreact to what is just a minor matter. While your attention is focused on something that seems more interesting than it is, it would be easy to overlook an important development. Then, a significant opportunity could slip by with you scarcely noticing. If you focus your attention on situations which allow you to explore your creative talents, you won’t miss the chance to direct your potential in a delightful way. Exceptional opportunities arise as the Solstice is energised by the Grand Trine. For great news about your future, call 0906 751 5608.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 — Dec 21

IT DOES not usually take much to encourage you to use your imagination. Yet a certain situation has been so draining that it’s hard to imagine your way out of it. Although outrageous cartoon solutions remain a cinema fantasy, it’s often the humblest of ideas that bring about the most significant changes in the real world. As Mars and Venus form an opposition, all you really have to do is to follow your heart and dare to dream today. You can significantly improve your reality. Capture the powerful energy of this week’s Solstice. Call your in-depth, four-minute forecast now: 0906 751 5609.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 — Jan 20

WE MIGHT not understand the complexities of economic strategies, but we know their effects change our lives. When we’re in a seller’s market, the people who have the items in demand can take advantage. In a buyer’s market, the people who have products need to put their prices down. Of course, markets swing, as do relationships. As Mars and Venus form an opposition, whether you’re a ‘buyer’ or ‘seller’, don’t be swept up in a swirl of emotions. Negotiate your way to a fairer understanding. It’s an exceptional week. The Solstice and Grand Trine bring change and transformation. For important news, call 0906 751 5610.

AQUARIUS Jan 21 — Feb 19

THE fact that young children manage to navigate their way around sharing play equipment in parks is miraculous. They seem to know intuitively when to back off and when to insist on having their turn. When a problem arises, it’s fairly easy for grown-ups to ease the tension. It’s not so easy for adults to sort out their own areas of conflict. We tend to be much more wary of wading in and dealing with crises. Stepping back will allow you to see how to sort out a problem. Exceptional opportunities arise as the Solstice is energised by the Grand Trine. For great news about your future, call 0906 751 5611.

PISCES Feb 20 — Mar 20

IT’S WORTH remembering today that there’s a silver lining in every cloud, and a loophole in every law. As we approach the Solstice, and with Venus and Mars forming an opposition, you can attain great success by reading between the lines and looking beyond the obvious. To activate your creative abilities, so they perform at their best, you need to disengage from an emotional rollercoaster. If you care too much about what’s at stake, you’ll be distracted by the details. Don’t lose sight of the bigger picture. Capture the powerful energy of this week’s Solstice. Call your in-depth, four-minute forecast now: 0906 751 5612.

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