Horoscopes

SAGITTARIUS 23 Nov – 21 Dec Having dreamed about developments in your home or family life you might be disappointed that things turn out rather differently. Keep reminding yourself that Venus is connecting to Neptune, which helps explain why so much of what you’ve had in mind is turning out to be unworkable. Not far away are opportunities that are as good as – if not better than – what you had hoped.

CAPRICORN 22 Dec – 20 Jan Until recently you’ve probably fought shy of telling friends or neighbours how you really feel about their behaviour. But this week you’ll begin to think that it’s foolish to suffer in silence when they are being so inconsiderate. The message you have to deliver may be tough but you cannot ignore the situation any longer.

AQUARIUS 21 Jan – 19 Feb For some reason you’ve prevaricated over a deal or arrangement that could require money to change hands. But when you study the facts and figures you’ll see that to hold back would be a false economy. If you do your sums you’ll see that your investment should soon reap worthwhile rewards.

PISCES 20 Feb – 20 Mar It’s a great pity that someone sees you as complacent when you think you’ve been extremely productive. You’ll obviously feel the need to defend yourself but you have to do so in a way that’s reasonable and respectful. To launch a major offensive at this point could lead to long-term conflicts you really don’t need.

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Fears surrounding an area of responsibility mustn’t be allowed to stifle your creativity. You’re feeling the build-up to Mercury’s latest retrograde phase and need to focus on all that you can do rather than those one or two things that sometimes defeat you. People singing your praises know you better than you think.

TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May Journeys or meetings with people you barely know could seem daunting at first. But you’re being given the chance to explore territory off-limits until now. Start proving that you won’t be deterred from achieving your goal even if minor obstacles crop up or other people seem keen get in your way.

GEMINI 22 May – 21 Jun Somebody might suggest you adopt a more assertive approach within an arena in which you’re extremely visible. That’s fine except that with Mars changing signs you could go a little too far and encourage people to judge you rather than applaud you. Better to appear hard-working rather than a tyrant or bully.

CANCER 22 Jun – 23 Jul If a delicate topic needs confronting, do it sooner rather than later. There is no point in waiting for the other person involved to raise the issue because that’s highly unlikely to happen. Since you’re expected to initiate the discussion it’s silly to delay any longer. Sometimes these things just have to be faced head-on.

LEO 24 Jul – 23 Aug Reassure a partner or workmate that the two of you can achieve something truly worthwhile together. But don’t be surprised if you discover most of the heavy lifting has been left to you. You are better equipped to take the lead but if you begin to resent it, express your dissatisfaction– clearly and firmly.

VIRGO 24 Aug – 23 Sep Though it’s true that family, domestic or financial matters might hurl challenges in your direction you can still put your creative streak to good use. Focus on the Sun’s alliance with Uranus encouraging you to be at your most innovative. It’s time to prove what an original thinker you can be.

LIBRA 24 Sep – 23 Oct Tempted though you may be to push yourself beyond your limit, stop and consider what you’re doing. If you analyse the situation you’ll realise you’re putting far more into it than you’ll ever get back in return. You may be trying to impress someone influential but at what cost to yourself? Think about it. Carefully.

SCORPIO 24 Oct – 22 Nov Those taken aback by unexpected developments will welcome your support. So don’t be afraid to show your initiative. Just be careful not to tread on the toes of one individual who could resent the fact that you are in line for most of the applause. Be proactive without coming across as an empire builder.