Your Stars
Nafees Ahmed May 24 1993, Durban, 20h10 Sun sign: Gemini Moon sign: Cancer Rising sign: Capricorn
You’re easily bored and have difficulty making big decisions. Yet part of you wants the traditional dream — job success, happy marriage, bustling home life. Fortunately, you’re young enough to experiment before making any major decisions — and yes, that does mean you need to wait before plunging into something you can’t get out of. You’re a rebel with the heart of a banker. You’re coming into a year of enormous change, and should seriously think about travelling and experimenting. And don’t worry if you haven’t yet found your niche. You’re a late starter — and a great finisher. For now, think about therapy or meditation. You’re an old soul with a young heart, and it will take some training to master your gifts. Try to enjoy the moments. You’ll do something very special with your life. Be kind to yourself. The world needs you.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
The year ends with travel opportunities and career triumphs. There are salary increases, bonuses, promotions and sudden, unexpected advancement. You might also like to grab the chance to educate yourself further, and those already involved in their studies should hear some good news. By the beginning of next week, all those clouded issues should have been sorted out. Your only challenge is to keep your health intact.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
OK, so you’ve taken a couple of knocks. You’ve even — horror of horrors — been forced to wonder whether the fault is actually yours. (Highly unlikely, obviously, but then again . . .) No, you’re not being punished for a lifetime of wickedness. The planets are simply asking you to pull in the reins — temporarily — and refocus. You’re getting lost in that peculiar need to control the uncontrollable. You simply need a reality check.
AQUARIUS (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
There’s no stopping you now. That mouth of yours is working double-time; and your charisma is drawing people like moths. Watch the ego. And use this fabulous feeling to improve the situation for yourself, rather than wasting it on mind games with people of no importance to you. Money is likely to come from unusual sources, so be on the lookout for unexpected thrills. And taking a calming bath every now and then.
PISCES (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Construction or repairs at home could be upsetting your equilibrium. Try to remove yourself from the mess for a few days, or take a course in meditation. You, more than anyone, are upset by ugliness and mess. So pamper yourself a little. Happily though, there seems to be greater acceptance between you and your lover. Not to mention the family. You’re learning to adapt to changing circumstances without losing yourself.
ARIES (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
Unconventional romances — the more bizarre the better — are suddenly distracting you. So don’t be surprised if everyone starts lecturing you about your odd behaviour. You, of course, will be in a mad whirl of passion and oblivious to the consequences. So no point trying to advise you against it. Fortunately, you’ve got the time and energy to experiment. And frankly, you don’t care what anyone thinks.
TAURUS (Apr 20 – May 20)
Take advantage of every opportunity to meet new people. Love and work possibilities are waiting for you out there. Also, think about skills you’d like to develop next year, and start researching now. As you know, opportunities never arrive when you expect them to, so keep that winning smile on speed-dial. Some exciting new creative possibilities are lurking in the wings. At home, expect a few happy surprises.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)
The new year hasn’t even begun and already you’re making promises you have no hope of keeping. So instead of feeling obligated and guilty, list your priorities and refuse the rest. Meanwhile, as usual, you’re resorting to your favourite escape route — delicious food and/or lots of good wine. Try changing the pattern by reciting 100 times, “No, sorry I can’t this time. Ask someone else.” It’s a festive time. Give yourself a break.
CANCER (June 21 – Jul 22)
Your only real problem right now lies in accepting your sudden, fabulous good fortune. Not comfortable, is it? Much rather work 27 hours a day for each tiny crust, wouldn’t you? Well think of it this way. All the hard work that didn’t pay off before has now added itself up to give you one big reward. You could always ease the guilt by sharing your brand-new delights with someone fabulous. Friday’s full moon is in your sign. Make a wish.
LEO (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
So who are you this time? And why is it none of the old rules seem to apply? It’s a tough one. Confusing too. But just think of this as a brief holiday from yourself. You have permission to create a sparkling new you, adding or subtracting any ingredients that strike you. Then, when you’ve had your fun, take a good look, and make up the kind of whole person you’d like to have living in your house. Always add rather than subtract.
VIRGO (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
The words are tripping over each other as you struggle to get your message across. Instead of viewing this as a planetary vendetta against your brain, think of it as an exercise in adaptability. How many ways do you know to communicate? How many ways are there of saying the same thing? Try them all. And hang on to your temper. This can be a very frustrating time for someone as controlled as you are.
LIBRA (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Relationships of any description will be fraught with tension and drama for a while. You’re asking yourself a million questions — should I change my life, my job, my friends, my lovers? It’s all too much to take on at once, and a spot of weepiness is the result. Try to look at one issue at a time. And don’t feel pressured to make any decisions until you’ve calmed down. Friday’s gentle full moon will seduce you into a better space.
SCORPIO (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Your confidence returns complete with turbocharged enthusiasm, and suddenly the mad changes around you seem exciting rather than daunting. To help you out further, a handy supply of supportive helpers arrives on cue. Make use of the extra hours to organise a party or some fun outings. This is a time for creativity and new excitement. Plenty of which is going in the love department. Friday’s full moon beams into your heart.