Your Stars

FRIEDA FLOWER

December 19 1951, Vryheid, 11h25 Sun sign: Sagittarius

Moon sign: Virgo

Rising sign: Pisces

You’re a saint with a sense of humour. Whatever you were doing in your career/life, you were making a difference — probably without even realising it. And since you’re so different, you’ve doubtless spent much of your life alone — not that it’s bothered you too much. You have the ability to make friends anywhere, and talk to anyone. People are drawn to you — especially people with problems. Still, you have wondered why you were unable to fit in — or ever feel like part of the crowd. There are big career changes for you this year — which means you are probably doing something on your own, and perhaps changing direction. For now, you’ll be learning new skills. By 2021, you should be making the kind of money you need. Meanwhile, there’s hard work ahead. You’ll do well. Best of luck.

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VIRGO

Aug 23 - Sep 22

Glowing reviews are what you have to look forward to. Not to mention an increasingly powerful love life, coupled with a smug feeling that you’re exactly where you want to be. For those of you not nodding vigorously, suffice to say that you’ve allowed yourself to get sucked into the well of negativity around you. Get some healing. Or a massage. And change your circle of friends. It’s the perfect time.

LIBRA

Sep 23 - Oct 22

It’s time to play. And as your attitude shifts, so work becomes fun. You’ve also managed to organise free time. Now all that’s needed is real communication with loved ones. Try putting yourself in their shoes so you begin to understand how they feel. Not everyone has your strength, energy or advantages. Be kind. And invite them to join you on a new adventure that’s brewing.

SCORPIO

Oct 23 - Nov 21

What’s more important? Making money or spending it? It’s not that easy to spend money you don’t have. But slaving for an endlessly anticipated rainy day is a direct route to misery. Take a break. You deserve it. And if the funds don’t allow for five-star treatment, go for three instead. You can have as much fun. Saturday’s New Moon brings opportunities you hadn’t thought of.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22 - Dec 21

Have a closer look at your checklist of important questions to ask about money. And yes, you’re right. You don’t have enough information to make serious decisions. So stall. And look again from a broader perspective. There’s groundwork to be done. Accept that even mistakes can be useful — but hold off until early next month if you’d like to avoid them. There’s money to be made if you’re careful.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 20

Feeling compelled — as usual — to take on the entire family’s problems? Bad idea. In fact, it’s time to cut these people loose — let them make their own decisions. The real issue here is you don’t feel your own life is important enough, so you’re sticking your nose into everyone else’s. Great things are happening for you — provided you’re willing to surrender to the cosmic flow.

AQUARIUS

Jan 20 - Feb 18

A potential move or change is creating more emotional dilemmas than you’d bargained for. Too many expectations can be dangerous — and your need to control is getting in the way. How about asking for help? And if you’re having trouble sleeping, look for the source of tension. And get a massage. Then ask which parts of your life you’re willing to change. Take a leap.

PISCES

Feb 19 - Mar 20

It’s true that the world seems overly pedantic and demanding now. And you’re asking yourself why you’re being called upon to perform the kind of practical tasks you usually manage to avoid? And yes, you may feel hemmed in by this strange new energy — but if you go with it, it can do fabulous things for your career and financial goals. Don’t try to palm off the workload. Embrace it. You’ll master some new skills.

ARIES

Mar 21 - April 19

Plans, opportunities and brilliant ideas are wafting in and out of your life. But none seem to be signing on the dotted line. Hang in — and keep going. By October, the energies will be moving in your direction again. For now, focus on plans and strategies. And do your homework. You have fabulous instincts. But sometimes you need to know the facts as well. Make your presence felt.

TAURUS

Apr 20 - May 20

If the career looks cloudy, work on feeling good no matter what’s going on around you. By the time you’ve done that, the planets should have rectified themselves. Meanwhile, the health is perking up. And though you’re not generally known for you athletic prowess, you may even experience a spontaneous urge to get off the couch, and put one foot in front of the other. Now, arrange a party.

GEMINI

May 21 - June 20

Balance is what’s needed. One side of you wants to be silly and mindless. The other is nagging on about unpaid bills and unmet deadlines. Time management is the answer. Fortunately, finances aren’t too bad, so you can afford to focus on creative plans and new ideas. But keep to your schedule. And allow extra time for inevitable delays. Saturday’s romantic New Moon brings adventures of a different kind.

CANCER

June 21 - Jul 22

The natural flow of love may — paradoxically — need some practice. Or rather, you may need some rehearsals in letting go. Your loved ones need you to talk to them. Not all of them have learned to read your mind. Though you’ll doubtless be amazed at how much they’ve already figured out. Besides, this is not all about you. Decide what you want – and tell someone.

LEO

Jul 23 - Aug 22

If you think it’s the lover who’s giving you trouble, look again. A few sessions with a therapist might not go amiss — if you’re honest. You could just discover the problems are all in your head. And even if your love life must come to an end, try leaving on a positive note. After that, save energy for business. Offers are on the cards — possibly with travel. An adventure beckons.