HOROSCOPE

CAPRICORN

Dec 22-Jan 19 No storm lasts forever. Things will calm down soon, so don’t panic or make things worse by causing an argument or starting something new. If you are patient, you can stay afloat despite rough waters and contrary winds.

AQUARIUS

Jan 20-Feb 18 You may feel as if you are being unfairly judged right now and have to turn the other cheek. It could be that keeping your head down keeps you out of the line of fire. Focus on creating your own pleasant atmosphere.

PISCES

Feb 19-Mar 20 Now is an important time to ensure you eat well. You don’t have to make a drastic change in your diet, but a few small changes could make all the difference — like eating more veggies. Ditch the processed sugar for sweet fruits.

ARIES

Mar 21-Apr 19 Pump the brakes. You may become enthused about something or someone, but this isn’t the time to rev your engines. Use caution and slow down because you can’t be sure what you’ll find around the next curve.

TAURUS

Apr 20-May 20 Someone always loses a tug of war. You and a partner may be at odds over an issue, but you can bypass hard feelings by not digging your heels in or refusing to budge. Focus on being kind in the face of harshness.

GEMINI

May 21-June 20 A calm and peaceful demeanour can go a long way toward making sure you navigate an otherwise difficult situation smoothly. Having all the required information at your disposal and displaying it lends credibility to your point of view.

CANCER

June 21-July 22 Family squabbles can be harder to solve than a Sunday crossword puzzle. Playing things down and going with the flow might not create domestic bliss, but it will help you bypass angry confrontations. Avoid making major changes.

LEO

July 23-Aug 22 Power plays in the workplace could still simmer and smoulder. It is in your best interest to avoid reigniting the embers. The urge to indulge in an extravagance may be in the air, so think twice before purchasing something new.

VIRGO

Aug 23-Sept 22 You may lack confidence in your financial stability or your job skills. Rather than trying to fix something that isn’t broken by changing your tactics, wait a few days and perform another evaluation under better stars.

LIBRA

Sept 23-Oct 22 You may have something you want to discuss with family, but the general mood could make that difficult. Family issues can invoke anxiety and you might consider drastic measures, but you may consider waiting for better stars.

SCORPIO

Oct 23-Nov 21 Speak truth to power. You might understand more than you can say, but when you do say something, it will have merit. If you feel that someone is using unscrupulous tactics, you can find an acceptable escape route.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov 22-Dec 21 Your charitable instincts could be turned on high, so you might be tempted to spend more than is affordable. Refrain from chipping in more than needed. Apply your tolerant attitudes toward your financial condition; fix something rather than replacing it.

If today is your birthday:

You could find yourself between a rock and a hard place during the next four to five weeks. Don’t struggle against conditions you can’t control. Remain fluid and amenable to suggestions so you can slip out of a predicament that might be of your own making. Maintain a low profile and don’t begin anything new, as it will not satisfy your long-term needs. Meetings with friends and group activities can activate your social calendar in November, when creative juices are flowing. You might enjoy a romantic weekend getaway with a loved one. In December, you may have more duties on your plate than usual. Fulfil your obligations but don’t take on anything new unless it is a necessary requirement of your job. January and February may offer you a chance to envision a brighter future and use a more imaginative approach to problems.