Your Stars

ANDREW NAICKER

January 12 1971, Pietermaritzburg, 12h05

Sun sign: Capricorn

Moon sign: Leo

Rising sign: Aries

Could your messy lovelife have something to do with your determination to control the money? All your energies look successful, but there’s a noisy demon in your head telling you the people in your space need to be managed. This is your dark side and it’s been rearing its little head too often. You’re intelligent, and you know that love can’t be bought. Or sold. You were raised to believe no-one can be trusted and everything had to be fought for, but that doesn’t mean it’s true. There’s a lot more than fear going on in your head. You have extraordinary healing abilities and a creative talent that could be directed in many ways. This is your chance for a new beginning. So instead of sitting about waiting to see what the others are doing, how about forging a path — and trusting yourself to attract the right kind of people into your space. And if love is what you need, start by telling yourself how wonderful you are. Once you believe it, so will they.

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LEO Jul 23 - Aug 22

Wild decisions made to prove a point will lose you money and credibility. Concentrate on being constructively assertive and making the kinds of choices the leader in you understands so well. You’ll also need to watch the impulse spending, though an overseas trip might be nice. Get someone else to pay for it and call it business. Use Friday’s full moon to rethink your next adventure. That creative spark needs somewhere interesting to play.

VIRGO Aug 23 - Sep 22

Financial and career changes are on the way and whether they’re the ones you had in mind is entirely up to you. Whatever happens though, the momentum is building. And your task is to squeeze each drop out of every fabulous moment. After all, as the wise men say, the only sin is nonparticipation. As long as you dive in with both feet — especially after Friday’s full moon — the rest will be taken care of.

LIBRA Sep 23 - Oct 22

Battles with the lovers can escalate despite your efforts to remove yourself from the flames. No big deal. Love will win out in the end — if that’s what you want. And while you’re making up your mind, plan something fabulous to celebrate the moments. Buy one of those punching bags to beat out your frustrations. Money’s going well though. Now’s your chance to get another look at that yacht.

SCORPIO Oct 23 - Nov 21

So your home life sucks a bit. But the gods of employment, learning, fabulous new offers and an eventual money plan are saving their magic especially for you. Just as well. Money’s been reticent lately and will take a full month to lure itself back into your fold. Get your portfolio renewed during Friday’s full moon and thank the cosmos in advance. The universe always responds well to gratitude — provided it’s sincere.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22 - Dec 21

All that money you are owed is about to come rolling back. About time. Because behind all that “don’t worry about me” pride is a frantic cashflow problem. Start by welcoming that wonderful — and virtually unconscious — ability to manifest money when you need it. And then come up with some more sensible ways of conducting your affairs in future. You might learn to delegate for a start. Let someone help you.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 19

It’s wonderful to have people appreciate your many talents at last. But you’re still only one person — and self-preservation is paramount if you’re to survive the onslaught of interested parties. Three items for you then: time management; learning to say “no” nicely; and a willingness to ask for help. Master those and you’ll make a real killing. No panicking allowed either. A little humility is all you need. This is good stuff.

AQUARIUS Jan 20 - Feb 18

If there are battles to fight, win them after Friday’s full moon. After that, calm returns and patience becomes one of your many virtues. You’ve also become creatively inspired and keen to show off your wares. Since you’ll need to be feeling good to perform at your peak, get a head or foot massage — vital to inner peace and a fabulous smile. Visualise your dreams coming true. And they will.

PISCES Feb 19 - Mar 20

Before boredom takes precedence over achievement, change your plans. As you know, it takes more than discipline to stick to something new. A real love for the project is vital to any meaningful success. So if you’re not interested, drop it and try something else. Your energies are up and if success is your thing, now’s the time to make your move. Friday’s full moon will send directions. As if you needed them!

ARIES Mar 21 - April 19

Dramatic advances in your career could take you by surprise. So get out your networking manual and sign up for some courses. You’ll need all the knowledge — and friends — you can get if you’re hoping to keep up. At home, watch a tendency to pick fights for no apparent reason. If you’re angry, say so. Otherwise, keep your brilliant ideas to yourself. Give the others time to catch up. And remember, your way is never the only way.

TAURUS Apr 20 - May 21

It’s a gentle time for you, with life sailing along calmly. There are those among you who long for a touch more excitement. Hold that thought. As you know, life never stays wind-free for long. So watch a movie, take a bath, invite some friends for dinner. Most important, recharge yourself for when the tides begin to turn. Friday’s full moon promises a host of new adventures. Enjoy the moments.

GEMINI May 22 - Jun 20

You’re covering a lot of ground, not to mention bedroom space. Are you sure you want to behave this badly? Hearts are being broken and it’s a matter of time before one of them is yours. But that’s OK. Have fun for a while. After Friday’s full moon, your focus will shift back to your work and you’ll quickly run out of leisure time. Meanwhile, watch the temper. There’s no rush. As it is, you’re way ahead of the pack. Just manage that ego.

CANCER June 21 - Jul 22

Can you work any harder? Is it possible to feel more pressurised? No, it’s not fair. And it’s not over yet. The lesson is about you. Are you feeling particularly worthless and insecure? Convinced you don’t deserve to be financially comfortable unless you’ve worked yourself to death? Find someone to talk to, unless you’d rather wait for the planets to move on by themselves. Best to take charge yourself. Change your beliefs — and your life. It can be done.*