OSCAR CAINER

ThE word ‘haggard’ comes from the sport of hawking. A ‘haggard hawk’ describes a bird born out of captivity, with a feral, unruly disposition. like a haggard hawk, there’s something wild and unpredictable about Mars as it continues to move backwards and links with disruptive Uranus, loosely aligned with elusive Neptune today. Watch out for the need to revisit any hurriedly made changes of plan. Though they don’t need to be completely tamed, they do need to be watched — like a hawk!

ARIES Mar 21 — Apr 20

WHEN Superman is exposed to kryptonite and loses his power, he needs to sort out his own problems before he can get back to rescuing other people. He has to prioritise his own well-being, otherwise there’s no chance of him being able to leap into action and save the day. So does that make him selfish? As your ruler links to Uranus and Neptune, you may be easily persuaded into feeling guilty. Yet you need to look after yourself if you’re to do your best for others today.

Make August a magical month! Find out how in your LATEST in-depth, four-minute forecast. For good news, call 0906 751 5601.

TAURUS Apr 21 — May 21

THEY say that the past is a cancelled cheque, the future is a promissory note and the present is the cash we have to spend wisely. The message is: appreciate what you have in the present and treat it with respect. Of course, no one should while away their life dreaming about the future or reminiscing about the past. But when you recognise the scent of potential, it can be beneficial to imagine where it might lead. Having faith and investing energy will make your future sweet. August is positively charged with astrological promise. For your inspiring four-minute guide to the month, call 0906 751 5602.

GEMINI May 22 — June 22

THE most successful people are often inspired by an inner act of rebelliousness. That’s why the story of Willy Wonka is so enjoyable. We like the fact that he became an expert confectioner in a reaction to his dentist dad, who prevented him from eating any sweets. The wonderful story is a perfect illustration of how early experiences influence our lives — and how even negative incidents can lead to something positive. If you feel a strong reaction today, you can turn it into positive action. Your in-depth August monthly forecast could be one of the most rewarding calls you ever make. Call 0906 751 5603.

CANCER June 23 — July 23

IT SEEMS that the cosmic invitation being extended to you brings an opportunity to do something that’s both productive and rewarding. No wonder you feel galvanised into action and ready to focus. Yet, with energetic Mars making complex alignments today, there’s a chance that you could grab hold of the potential so hard that you could squash some of the energy on offer. If you can curb your enthusiasm and act as if you just don’t care, you’ll find that you get where you need to be. All you need to know about August is packed into your four-minute forecast. Make it a magical month, call 0906 751 5604.

LEO July 24 — Aug 23

WHILE there’s definitely a place for arguing that if you don’t fight your corner, no one else will fight it for you, the opposite position is also worth stating: if you look for corners that need fighting for, you’ll forever be battling for position and having to defend your interests. None of us were born to fight. Life’s much more productive when we drop our defences and allow ourselves to love, share and trust. And it leads to a more satisfying experience than feeling victorious. Go gently today. Make August a magical month! Find out how in your LATEST in-depth, four-minute forecast. For good news, call 0906 751 5605.

VIRGO Aug 24 — Sep 23

THOUGH you may be tempted by energy drinks, wheatgrass juices and caffeine, you have more than enough energy of your own today! The sense of pressure you’re experiencing isn’t as necessary as you think. Something that seems to be directly challenging you is not all it seems. So, as you feel the pressure mounting, try to remember that appearances can be deceptive. If you act as if you know what’s going on, you’ll discover that (rather magically) you’re in control. The key is to stay clear and calm. August is positively charged with astrological promise. For your inspiring four-minute guide to the month, call 0906 751 5606.

LIBRA Sep 24 — Oct 23

THINK of a swan gliding across a lake: it is the embodiment of elegance and grace. Yet if you viewed it from another angle and could watch its feet, you’d see a huge amount of effort being expended. It’s just that the exertion is taking place under the waterline, out of sight. You may be feeling as if you’re running around like a headless chicken in your efforts to make something happen. But over the next few days, you’ll realise that, much to your surprise, people around you are most impressed. Your in-depth August monthly forecast could be one of the most rewarding calls you ever make. Call 0906 751 5607.

SCORPIO Oct 24 — Nov 22

COMIC books are full of stories about insane bad guys and crazy scientists obsessed with taking over the world. Where, though, would such characters have grown up? What was their home life like? What caused them to become so ruthless, bitter and twisted? Perhaps the world would have escaped their evil escapades if they’d been treated to some counselling or psychological help. You have a choice about how to deal with a stressful situation. You can make it better — or you can add to the drama. All you need to know about August is packed into your four-minute forecast. Make it a magical month, call 0906 751 5608.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 — Dec 21

‘TIME waits for no one,’ sang The Rolling Stones, reminding us of the truth we try so hard to escape. It’s a street that we all travel down towards an unknown destination. Yet, beyond the time that we set our lives by, in every one of us lies a divine spark of energy that cannot be created or destroyed. This is the truth that inspires the wisdom and joy available to us all. If you trust in your intuition and act generously, you really do have the ability to make a positive difference. Make August a magical month! Find out how in your LATEST in-depth, four-minute forecast. For good news, call 0906 751 5609.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 — Jan 20

IT’S AS if you’ve had something simmering on the back burner for a while. You’ve been giving it the occasional stir, but you’re feeling guilty about your lack of attention and as if things have got to the point where you need to do something. Yet — most unlike you — you’re finding it hard to muster any motivation. So just suppose this is not an act of laziness, but a sign that you’re following a deeply intuitive insight? It’s possible that the consequences of your inaction will have a very positive outcome. August is positively charged with astrological promise. For your inspiring four-minute guide to the month, call 0906 751 5610.

AQUARIUS Jan 21 — Feb 19

I REMEMBER doing it when I was a kid: trying to run the wrong way down (or up) an escalator. Of course, this is not an activity recommended to even the sportiest adult. In fact, this forecast comes with an appropriate health-and-safety warning. But if ever there is a moment when you could successfully buck a trend, do what’s counter-intuitive, or go against the grain — this is it! If you act as if you know what you’re doing, with determination and courage, you can defy logic today. Your in-depth August monthly forecast could be one of the most rewarding calls you ever make. Call 0906 751 5611.

PISCES Feb 20 — Mar 20

FEELING passionate about an honourable objective is a fine thing to do. But it’s an emotion that should come with a warning sign when it’s directed towards attaining a dubious aspiration. The cosmic climate brings you an opportunity to reenergise your efforts to make real progress towards a major goal. You’re the only person who can tell if you’re being driven towards something positive, or whether you’re running away from something negative. It’s important to know the difference. All you need to know about August is packed into your four-minute forecast. Make it a magical month, call 0906 751 5612.