HOROSCOPES
January in the stars.
CAPRICORN 22 December – 20 January
It may seem natural to focus on a special relationship. But you mustn’t ignore the demands of business, finances or contracts. If your head is in the clouds you could miss out on an opportunity that may never come around again. Remain alert, no matter how much you simply want to have a good time.
MOTTO OF THE MONTH To teach is to touch a life for ever.
AQUARIUS 21 January – 19 February
Your work ethic will persuade you to take on extra responsibilities. But somebody watching from the sidelines will realise that you should be rewarded quite generously. If this brings out a jealous streak in rivals or competitors, you must tough it out and refuse to feel awkward or embarrassed. Think in terms of just desserts. MOTTO OF THE MONTH If you throw dirt you lose ground.
PISCES 20 February – 20 March
Quite why some people challenge your offbeat ideas will be a mystery to you. Perhaps, with Mars in your sign allied to your ruler Neptune, you’re coming across as airy-fairy – rather than creative, as you would like to appear. Listen to one well-informed individual who can suggest how you might gain the support you crave. MOTTO OF THE MONTH Learn in a hurry, forget in a hurry.
ARIES 21 March – 20 April
In a bid to accommodate demanding characters, you may desert ongoing responsibilities. That’s fine, provided you are fully in control of business or financial developments from 12 January onwards. You sometimes allow yourself to be governed by your heart rather than the tough world outside. Try to strike a better balance.
MOTTO OF THE MONTH Enlightenment is the quiet acceptance of what is.
TAURUS 21 April – 21 May
Colleagues or associates have made empty promises in the past, and you’ve been disappointed that your progress hasn’t been as speedy as you had hoped. That mustn’t prevent you from trusting incoming news regarding a promotion or boost to your finances. You need to give one particular individual a chance to do right by you. MOTTO OF THE MONTH Even silence can be misquoted.
GEMINI 22 May – 21 June
Resist the urge to come down heavily on those failing to comply with you and your plans to enhance their lives and your own. True, their attitude will prove discouraging, but that’s no excuse to let a Sun-Pluto connection bring out a judgmental streak in you. If others behave badly, they’ll lose out, not you.
MOTTO OF THE MONTH Hatred is as blind as love.
CANCER 22 June – 23 July
Be patient with those who are meant to pamper you in return for all you’ve done for them. They mean well, but won’t be in a position to make a fuss of you until halfway through the month. Let them off lightly – your forgiving side must speak for itself. MOTTO OF THE MONTH Don’t worry about going slowly; worry about standing still.
LEO 24 July – 23 August
Having been torn between heavy responsibilities and the lighter side of life, you’ll be relieved that Mercury’s retrograde phase ends on 8 January. You will no longer feel conflicted between things you ought to do and those you’d like to do. Is it time to indulge in something heartwarming that is far removed from your usual routine?
MOTTO OF THE MONTH A stumble may prevent a fall.
VIRGO 24 August – 23 September
No matter how many projects have been lined up for you, don’t panic. If and when you’re under pressure to perform with great speed and accuracy, you’ll suddenly find you can do it. You’re more energetic and resourceful than several of the people close by, which is proving to be of enormous benefit to you.
MOTTO OF THE MONTH Misery loves company.
LIBRA 24 September – 23 October
Partnership or domestic upsets mustn’t be allowed to linger. By around 10 January, when the Sun clashes with Uranus and, shortly afterwards, with Jupiter, promise yourself that you will put right whatever’s gone wrong and then insist that everybody moves on. MOTTO OF THE MONTH Try to achieve too much and you’ ll end up doing far too little.
SCORPIO 24 October – 22 November
Ignore anyone suggesting that you’re too ambitious for your own good. But do make sure that you are not taking on more than you can comfortably manage, purely to get noticed. Wearing yourself down could, in the long term, do a lot more harm than you think. MOTTO OF THE MONTH It’s a small world, but would you want to paint it?
SAGITTARIUS 23 November – 21 December
Recently, you probably thought that a joint arrangement stood little chance of surviving. However, one or two glimmers of hope should lead to a more optimistic attitude. Keep discussing factors that may become dealbreakers. Some things can’t be swept under the carpet. MOTTO OF THE MONTH Business is like a wheelbarrow: nothing happens until you push.