HOROSCOPES

The future revealed: your essential guide to FEBRUARY

AQUARIUS 21 January – 19 February

Tap into an instinct alerting you to the fears and insecurities of certain individuals, and be willing to make suggestions, even though you know they’re likely to be rejected. Tell yourself that you might well make a minor slip-up but it’s the spirit of the thing that counts. You’ll be proving how much you care. lucky day 5th – your curiosity leads you to unforeseen pleasures.

PISCES 20 February – 20 March

You’ve stood on the sidelines of a set-up of which you’ve wanted to be a part for some time. Look out for a subtle message from someone on the inside hinting that you’ll be made welcome if you take the first step forward. Forging new relationships will happen more quickly and easily than you think. lucky day 8th – suddenly an old dread or fear is banished for ever.

ARIES 21 March – 20 April

Make a firm resolve to transform an obstacle into an opportunity as Mars confronts Pluto. You’ve been challenged before and have learnt that some problems spur you on rather than hold you back. Enjoy teaching one particular person that you’ve discovered how to take good care of yourself when others are trying to outwit you. lucky day 3rd – a logical approach to your future brings huge gains.

TAURUS 21 April – 21 May

Rather than complaining about the way you’re being treated within a competitive field, you should prove you have endurance, no matter how often you feel you’re under attack. The Aquarian New Moon on 4 February should persuade you to adopt a new, more assertive stance, especially when faced with long-term rivals. Don’t flinch. lucky day 14th – by showing a new face, you impress those in power.

GEMINI 22 May – 21 June

Swallow your pride as those in authority decide to acknowledge your contribution to a project, and try to see this as a reward for having done so much for which you’ve previously received little or no thanks. This could help you strive even harder against odds that sometimes seem insurmountable. And so you should. lucky day 18th – joint ventures yield amazing results.

CANCER 22 June – 23 July

Commitment issues are likely to recur and it will become crucial to persuade the other person concerned to join you in calm, logical discussions. You’ll be helped by Saturn’s tie-up with Venus, giving you access to the kind of thinking and feeling required to negotiate an area that’s always created discord between the two of you. lucky day 2nd – you remain immovable, even when under duress.

LEO 24 July – 23 August

Think carefully before deciding that a workmate, companion or peer has been plotting behind your back. You’re likely to be oversensitive at times like this. So ask yourself what would be the cost of making an enemy out of a potential supporter. Refuse to jump to conclusions based on scant evidence and mild paranoia. lucky day 19th – examining finances pays unexpected dividends.

VIRGO 24 August – 23 September

Long-held aims or ambitions can now be pursued. Around the middle of the month, you will access pent-up energy with which to crash through barriers that, until now, you’ve allowed to restrict your movement and progress in the outside world. Seeing yourself through the eyes of a fan or admirer will prove hugely valuable. lucky day 22nd – meeting responsibilities brings a sense of satisfaction.

LIBR A 24 September – 23 October

Having carefully scrutinised a contract or joint arrangement, you’ll start wondering whether the other party involved is ever going to sign on the dotted line. Perhaps it’s time to be less accommodating and, with Mars entering Taurus mid-month, show your steely side, which is rarely revealed. Somebody could be in for a shock. lucky day 15th – adding a touch of fantasy to an idea pleases all.

SCOR PIO 24 October – 22 November

Although enhancing your home or surroundings will appeal, you must manage your budgets and expectations. It’s important not to get carried away with fanciful ideas, especially if you alienate certain people very close to you in the process. Find ways to achieve what you want while proving that your judgment is to be trusted. lucky day 4th – an addition to the family circle brings joy.

SAGITTARIUS 23 November – 21 December

Face the fact that you and the person closest to you have shortcomings, and that you each have to learn to be more tolerant than has been the case recently. Ask yourself whether you’ve adopted an intransigent stance over a principle that really isn’t worth fighting for. You’ve far more worthwhile matters to think about. lucky day 13th – throwing caution to the wind makes your day.

CAPRICORN 22 December – 20 January

A series of ups and downs relating to money, family or your home mustn’t defeat you. In fact, under the influence of a Sun-Uranus link, you should find that, in the long run, developments turn out to be far more beneficial than you ever imagined. Refuse to run and hide. lucky day 26th – loved ones are thrilled when you spring a surprise.