HOROSCOPE

CAPRICORN Dec 22-Jan 19 A powerful follow-through may fuel your fantasies about the future. This may be a very good time to act on highminded idealism and enjoy concrete benefits in the material world.

AQUARIUS Jan 20-Feb 18 Grip the rudder of your chequebook firmly. This isn’t the time to make investments, make major purchases or force an issue. Hold off on taking on new debts and other financial commitments.

PISCES Feb 19-March 20 Don’t hide your fears behind a false face. There’s no need to pretend to be something that you are not to impress authority figures. Be yourself to find the easiest path to success.

ARIES March 21-April 19 Knowledge is useless unless you know how to apply information in practical ways. Even good intentions are useless if your facts are muddled. Postpone finalising agreements, decisions or purchases.

TAURUS April 20-May 20 Do what comes naturally, even if the result is notoriety. Not caring what people say about you as long as they say something that gets everyone’s attention might be your byline.

GEMINI May 21-June 20 In order to achieve your ambitions you may fight all opposition to your ideas. Avoid making large errors. You are unlikely to be a shrewd negotiator. Sidestep promises you can’t keep.

CANCER June 21-July 22 The simplest solution may suit you. There’s no need to embellish the truth when a straight forward approach will achieve optimum results. Your creative energies are in full flower.

LEO July 23-Aug 22 Cling to your friends. Your workplace might become a good place to make connections. Cherish high-principled inspirational material that gives you a sneak preview of preferable alternatives.

VIRGO Aug 23-Sept 22 Focus on powerful inspirations. You can transform your self-image by repeating a few meaningful mantras. You may think that you are above the law, but the law will not necessarily agree.

LIBRA Sept 23-Oct 22 The tides may turn but it is best to wait until things settle down to make a firm decision. It isn’t the best time to throw down an anchor on the seas of love, but you can sail in the right direction.

SCORPIO Oct 23-Nov 21 Gentle persuasion works better than a show of power. Rein in your animal impulses and offer understanding and sympathy. You might be happiest if you have time to meditate on your own.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 22-Dec 21 Fit in by being flexible. You may be asked to forgo a pleasure or delay some fun to please the boss or honour an obligation. You will be appreciated if you adjust your schedule for others.

If today is your birthday:

You may have plenty of fun in the sun during the next two to three weeks. Although you are wise to the ways of the world and have a deft touch with finances, your romantically inclined heart can paint a pretty picture of even the most mundane situations. If all your ducks are in a row this can be a good time for a vacation. In July you have a tighter grip on reality and may display the best judgement. That is a good time to set your most important plans into motion or make crucial decisions. Don’t let your ambitions get the best of you in August and September when a circle of friends might persuade you to take the wrong path.