HOROSCOPE

CAPRICORN

Dec 22-Jan 19

Big dreams will require patience and as you will need to learn as you go and progress gradually before making any great strides. Someone else’s idea of fun may not be your cup of tea.

AQUARIUS

Jan 20-Feb 18

You may gain the upper hand in negotiating if you take time to gauge the general mood of those you’re dealing with first. A significant other could be difficult to please.

PISCES

Feb 19-Mar 20

Compromise is the key. You’ll find it difficult to have things your way unless you work with others to make it happen. The cost of striking a deal may be more than anticipated but by giving up a little now you may eventually gain a lot.

ARIES

Mar 21-Apr 19

Keep your head out of the clouds. A wave of optimism may cause you to see things how you think they should be rather than how they really are. Certain problems may only be solved by being brutally honest about the facts.

TAURUS

Apr 20-May 20

Hold up your end of the deal. If someone has placed their trust in you to keep a promise or honour a commitment, you owe it to them to follow through. Others have come to count on your dependability and sense of fair play.

GEMINI

May 21-June 20

Don’t try to swim upstream. You’ll find the going much easier if you simply go along with the status quo and stick to normal conventions. You may not agree with everything that is going on around you, but you should keep it to yourself.

CANCER

June 21-July 22

Count your blessings. Be grateful when you receive good advice or when Lady Luck smiles upon you to make everything go your way. Avoid negativity at all costs as the mere hint of pessimism could spoil your positive outlook.

LEO

July 23-Aug 22

Knowledge is golden. Increase your wealth by gathering information and mastering a new field of study. A yen for excitement could be satisfied by meeting new people or visiting new places that lie off the beaten path.

VIRGO

Aug 23-Sept 22

Carve out your own niche in the world. Find a place away from unneeded distractions where you can gather information and grapple with new ideas. You’ll find that you perform much better on your own than in a group today.

LIBRA

Sept 23-Oct 22

The lights are all green for making great strides in both career matters and romantic pursuits. Make the most of this upswing in energy and enthusiasm as it won’t last forever.

SCORPIO

Oct 23-Nov 21

The family that plays together stays together. Getting the entire clan involved in a labour of love could serve to bring everyone closer. Keep the piggy bank locked away tightly except for absolute necessities.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov 22-Dec 21

Two heads are better than one. While you may have sound ideas, it may take someone else’s expertise to put those ideas into motion. A flight of fancy may be that much more interesting if you bring someone along for the ride.

If today is your birthday:

Too much social life, like too many empty calories, can leave you still hungry for sustenance as the next weeks unfold. If you focus on what is really important you can accomplish a great deal in May when your energy levels are high. Rely on your friends to restrain your aggressive tendencies and highly competitive spirits in July. In late July and early August your business acumen is at its best so this is an excellent time to re-evaluate your financial situation and launch moneymaking activities. Embrace opportunities that arrive in late August and early September when you are luckier and more contented than usual.