Your Stars

ALICIA NAIDOO November 14 1989 Cape Town, 16h35

Sun sign: Scorpio Moon sign: Gemini Rising sign: Taurus

You’re wondering where all your support systems have gone and how you’re expected to manage on your own. Don’t fret. For now, the focus is money — as in, you can acquire large quantities if you’re willing to go with the flow. Of course, you may have to look elsewhere for products and information and possibly enrol in some skill-developing courses. If you’re thinking of moving, this is the perfect time. Don’t sit about fretting over what everyone else is doing. You have your own dreams. You’ll meet whoever you need to along the way. Ultimately, partnerships and commitments are your most powerful focus. So allow yourself to love — and feel loved — as many times as is necessary. You’re embarking on a delicious new cycle.

LIBRA

Sep 23 - Oct 22

At last! The planets are (mostly) on track, pushing you to be your best — so you can claim your rewards. The vision you’ve been hanging on to is falling into place. Now’s the time to get specific. Before Friday, a second project, possibly with a partner, will need another look. And though the love life may be dragging a little, you’ll be secretly pleased to have time for yourself. Invite the cosmic forces in. They’re on your side.

SCORPIO

Oct 23 - Nov 21

Make way. The drums are beating for you, and, from Friday, your career takes on a life of its own. Pay rises seem likely — if you behave. So none of that ego strutting, please — not before something’s been signed. Your love life, of course, is up to you. And if you absolutely insist on going the power game route, well … But understand this: what you give out is what you get back.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22 - Dec 21

If you’ve been dodging around commitment, you can dodge no longer. The time has come to decide what you want. If you don’t, someone else will decide for you — and you certainly won’t like that. Business and personal relationships will have to be sewn up — one way or another — by the weekend. And in the meanwhile, if you want more intimacy, ask for it.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 20

Are you being laughed at? Those stodgy ideas need an update before you get left behind. Not a bad thing. The fires of competition and passion have been lit and, let’s face it, you’re much more creative when you’re thinking on your feet. Still, if you can keep the focus off winning and on experimenting, you could easily invent a cure for cancer. Or a revolutionary mascara. Best option — delegate and share.

AQUARIUS

Jan 20 - Feb 18

A special bond is developing between you and anyone you’re cheesed off with. In short, there’s a window of opportunity here. Better grab it if there’s anyone you need to forgive. That aside, work is top of your list. Not as ghastly as it sounds either. There’s plenty to keep you both interested and passionate. Besides, certain relationships are about to collapse – but only if you let them.

PISCES

Feb 19 - Mar 20

If you’ve been wondering about your life purpose, here’s your chance to find out. The self-esteem is up, the career is gushing along without you, and the emotional issues have become so manageable they’ve completely lost their sting. Back to them later. But for now, the world is adjusting to you – putting up signposts so luminous even you will pay attention.

ARIES

Mar 21 - April 19

Great things are happening at work as your career takes a fascinating turn. Make sure you’re looking keen at all times. You never know who’s watching. And grab every opportunity to upgrade your skills. No learning is ever wasted. Money’s going well too, as your luck planets encourage risk and investment. Trust yourself — and those fabulous instincts. If travel is offered, start packing.

TAURUS

Apr 20 - May 20

Avoid shortcuts — even if you’re bored. Pay attention to the tiniest details. Finish what you start. Take it slowly. Are you gagging yet? Does this already sound like the most tedious week of your life? Well, yes and no. As they say, if you keep doing what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always got. So try a new way. You may even grow to like the new efficient version.

GEMINI

May 21 - June 20

Handling the love life has never been your greatest gift. So try seeing your lover as a friend — and move forward from there. Intimacy will have to sneak up on you — like an earthquake. Besides, the love planets have gone walkabout — for now. While you’re waiting, have a chat with the siblings. That old competitive streak doesn’t disappear just because you’ve grown up.

CANCER

June 21 - Jul 22

The planet of heavy demands is still here — and will be for some time. It wants you to grow up — quickly. One option is to bury yourself under a mountain of stress, panic and flailing arms. The other is to seize your power and use this fabulous time to discover your true strengths. No more hiding in shadows. Money’s good enough to get that project off the benches. And love is interesting enough to keep you hoping.

LEO

Jul 23 - Aug 22

The planets of plod have moved in on your money — reminding you that progress is a ponderous process, and success can be measured in moments rather than leaps. For now. Even so, pay attention as your inner butt-kicker gets you on your feet. Promotion (complete with more responsibility but the same money) is likely. No point pouting. Take what you can get.

VIRGO

Aug 23 - Sep 22

Wait for happenings this week. And miracles. Or, at the very least, a shift in vibes. The home calms downs as the office hots up. Some well-deserved recognition will make up for all the grumpiness you’ve had to put up with so far. And love, well, love wanders in when you least expect it. So don’t expect it. Just be grateful, every single day, for the zillions of fans who love you.