Your Stars

PENNY MADLALA

December 9 1971, Durban, 09h00

Sun sign: Sagittarius

Moon sign: Virgo

Rising sign: Aquarius

This is one of those times when your willingness to take a risk can put you way ahead of the pack. But that cautious Virgo moon keeps telling you to stay put and do as you’re told. You know yourself well enough, though. Eventually your wildly adventurous Sagittarian side will conquer your fears and get you moving. And so what if you make a mistake? You can change course as often as you like. The trick is to turn your life into an adventure – instead of boring yourself to death with your fears. Either way, your life is transforming now. You have natural good fortune on your side so no matter how far you stray, you’ll always end up in a good place. For now, how about taking a short course and expanding your skills? The next few years will show you how much you have to offer and how much of a legacy you’re leaving in your wake. Ask for help if you need it. But mostly, trust yourself to get where you’re going. Either way, it’ll be fun.

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SCORPIO

Oct 23 - Nov 21

Friends play a vital role in keeping you objective as the planets fling themselves about the cosmos. So spend as much time as you can with the supportive and inspiring. New options will come up for you at work; take your time before leaping into the fray. Some of those temptations sound better than they look. Keep your head, ask for advice, pack your ego into a suitcase and toss it in to the sea. Can’t fail.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22 - Dec 21

Your energies are fragile and easily led astray. For now, allow yourself the safest and smallest of risks, setting yourself limits on both time and investment. Tuesday’s eclipse will send clues. Then look out for a new love interest or the resurrection of an old one. And find the courage to make it happen. You’re even more popular now, so you’ll get away with the occasional doff remark. It just adds to your charm.

CAPRICORN Dec 22 - Jan 19

That deal you were hoping to win may need a few more tweaks to get it exactly right. And those tweaks will have to come from you. No arguments. You know very well how stubborn you can be, digging in your heels about minor details just to prove a point. In this case, focus on winning the war — and letting them notch up a few battles. If you can, hold the signatures until Tuesday’s eclipse has passed and you’ve had the details checked.

AQUARIUS Jan 20 - Feb 18

Relationships are high priority as you’re manoeuvred into making serious personal choices. If you’re looking for reasons to duck, better find out — quickly — what’s behind your hesitation. Are your fantasies not matching up to the real thing? Or is it just fear of pain/commitment/boredom that’s holding you back? Whatever the problem, it’s yours, not theirs. We all become boring sooner or later. Even you.

PISCES

Feb 19 - Mar 20

If you want changes, make some. No use waiting for someone else to read your mind and make you an offer. Besides, the Piscean mind can hardly even read itself. So focus, decide and act immediately before you change your mind. Meanwhile, get dolled up, ready for some networking. There’s competition out there and you need all the friends you can get. Let Tuesday’s eclipse work its magic. Be grateful.

ARIES

Mar 21 - April 19

Family and lovers are holding you back — or trying to. This time, though, you’re in no mood to be trifled with and the successes shine through in spite of the dramas. Still, you’ll have to juggle your time to fit everyone in. Remember, you must come first — or the whole foundation will collapse. And with your career on the move, you’ll need all your concentration. Money’s coming too. Make a space. Ask Tuesday’s fabulous new moon eclipse for a little help.

TAURUS

Apr 20 - May 21

Your love potential soars after Tuesday’s powerful eclipse. Make the most of your natural charms and wildly sensual appeal. But do resist the urge to remind everyone how best to improve themselves. They can do that in their own time. Instead, reserve your energies for basking in the sunlight of others’ approval. And in your more generous moments, remember to give a little back. As if you need reminding.

GEMINI

May 22 - Jun 20

It feels as though everything has ground to a halt. But this is a temporary state, exaggerated by the madness in your head. Try to nurture the process of change — working on your personal progress. The wheels start turning on their own again soon. While you wait, there’s plenty to keep you amused. Open your door and look. There’s lots of fun to be had.

CANCER

June 21 - Jul 22

Somehow the motivation has gone. And you’re sitting in a quiet little rage feeling abused and helpless. Enough of that. Some internal work is needed here. Where have you given away your power? In what way has your lack of courage dragged you somewhere you have no wish to go? Believe it or not, you need to do something physical to distract your mind into changing course. Alternatively, you could let yourself fall in love. That always does it for you.

LEO

Jul 23 - Aug 22

Fantasy is the mood of the moment, which could be a good or bad thing. If you’re using it to convince yourself the world is revolving around your needs, problems could arise. But if you use it to ignite your creativity and seduce the lover in new and exciting ways — this is the week for you. Either way, no sitting around waiting for life to happen. There’s a fabulous eclipse on Tuesday and it’s waiting for your call.

VIRGO

Aug 23 - Sep 22

Yes, courage is a wonderful thing, but when it stems from oblivion, it takes on a more dangerous quality. So stop and ask yourself where you’re so courageously dashing off to. You’ve spent so much energy getting to the front of the queue, you’ve forgotten what it was all for. Fear not. All’s well. Your real job is to find a moment for reflection. Your spiritual self is calling. Tuesday’s eclipse sends a new direction pointer.

LIBRA

Sep 23 - Oct 22

Your sincere desire to do the right thing will eventually put you ahead of the pack. But not yet. First, there’s that little cosmic test — the one that’s leading you down the path of wickedness and quick fixes. Careful. You know how gullible you can be, especially when the almost-holiday spirit has you by the heartstrings. Yes you. So smile through the dramas and when in doubt, look up. The gifts are literally raining down from the skies.