Your week ahead in the stars

ARIES

Don’t be too forceful as the week begins, especially in relationship or career matters or you could stir up more confrontation than you bargained for. Bright ideas should come thick and fast at the weekend. Some of them could be genius so slow down enough to consider them.

A good week for...dreams

LEO

Instead of arguing if somebody disagrees with you this week, give some thought to your long-held beliefs. Looking at things differently doesn’t mean backing down. It will open you up to wider possibilities. Following a hunch on Saturday could free you from an old concern.

A good week for...change

SAGITTARIUS The Sun’s move into your sign midweek should have you feeling more sociable than you have been recently. With a little help from friends you could move a financial matter forward provided you aren’t too pushy. Discussions about new adventures could give you a lift at the weekend.

A good week for...home

TAURUS

There’s a lot going on for you under the surface this week. If you’ll take the time to look at what your feelings are trying to tell you instead of ignoring the signals, you’ll find certain things are better than you think, and you’ll have more energy for clearing the decks of urgent tasks.

A good week for...socialising

VIRGO

You may feel that a tight budget is holding you back now, but if you use your imagination you can find ways of enjoying yourself that don’t involve money – and bring interesting people into your life. Careful investment of time now should pay off in a few months.

A good week for...partnership

CAPRICORN

You should have plenty of energy for career or community projects and the determination to carry them through no matter how difficult. For best results, it’s best to consider other people’s agendas, too. Friends may give you a helpful perspective on this so be sure to listen to them.

A good week for...communication

GEMINI

Time spent doing your own thing this week could show you what you really enjoy but may stir up some resistance from those who think you should be paying more attention to your responsibilities. Friends and partners may come up with some great solutions so you can do both.

A good week for...aims

LIBRA

Events over the next few days could highlight any underlying tensions in your close relationships. With patience and fairness you can easily find a way to heal them now. Being in nature is your refuge this week and by indulging your senses you can add to your sense of well-being.

A good week for...details

AQUARIUS

Don’t let your tendency to say “Yes, but...” to any suggestions that others make this week stand in the way of understanding what’s really behind how you’re thinking and feeling. Listen and learn is a good motto now. Friends are a great source of ideas and wisdom that could serve you well.

A good week for...values

CANCER

If you’ll avoid clashes with partners and family members and turn your attention to resolving any touchy issues, you can make good progress this week. A sense of humour will help. Get as many outstanding tasks as possible completed over the next fortnight to prevent snags later on.

A good week for...faith

SCORPIO

Take care not to react aggressively to mail or to what someone says as the week begins. Slow down, listen, and you’ll likely find you’re not under threat and you have a chance to turn a negative situation into something positive. Your attention turns to financial matters from midweek.

A good week for...hobbies

PISCES

You should feel a subtle shift in energy around midweek that helps you be a bit more outgoing and confident. Prepare to stand up for what really matters to you this week, gently but firmly, especially if you feel you’ve been treated unfairly in the past by someone who matters to you.

A good week for...initiative