HOROSCOPES

January in the stars.

CAPRICORN 22 December – 20 January

No one could blame you for feeling discouraged by the way in which your creative ambitions have been thwarted recently. Rather than trying to apportion blame to others who could perhaps have been more accommodating, you should focus on making further attempts to achieve what you want. This isn’t the time to admit defeat. lucky day 19th – prompt action brings the desired outcomes.

AQUARIUS 21 January – 19 February

You’re about to lose patience with loved ones who feel that moves you’re making within the home or family are too dramatic. It’s crucial not to let a Mars-Saturn clash encourage you to push ahead with your plans without taking onboard any conflicting opinions. You don’t need to prove who is the boss. lucky day 26th – fulsome praise is heaped upon you for work well done.

PISCES 20 February – 20 March

Perhaps you’ve made a good job of propping up those struggling to cope with the ways of the world these days. But has anybody noticed that you, too, would welcome some moral support? True, you may be coping admirably with your lot in life. But when somebody does offer a shoulder to lean on, accept it. lucky day 9th – by relaxing, you gain ground on rivals.

ARIES 21 March – 20 April

Avoid sounding defensive when a small group of people show an interest in your handling of funds or outgoings. Jupiter’s run-in with Uranus could make you feel, momentarily, that your integrity is being challenged. But that has far more to do with your own insecurities than with what these individuals are actually thinking or saying. lucky day 1st – wild guesses lead to sure-fire success.

TAURUS 21 April – 21 May

Inspired though you may be by someone else’s words of wisdom, you mustn’t assume the right to take control of an area with which peers or companions have a strong connection. They need to know that you respect their opinions and don’t intend to undermine what they think or say. Diplomacy is your greatest asset. lucky day 23rd – complex issues develop in just the way you want.

GEMINI 22 May – 21 June

It’s important to understand those who feel too nervous to embark on a journey or project that, according to them, could be risky. You may not share their fears, but why pour scorn on them? Better to listen and then try to talk them round to your way of thinking without seeming manipulative or controlling. lucky day 10th – unexpected news gives cause for celebration.

CANCER 22 June – 23 July

While you may be suspicious of some people’s views of an intense situation, hear what they have to say. You may even come to the conclusion that, although you cannot go along with all their ideas, they do have something worthwhile to offer. Could you perhaps see their quirkiness as intriguing rather than threatening? lucky day 28th – back-up arrives because you’re ready to receive it.

LEO 24 July – 23 August

Recently, you’ve wanted to play a less visible role within a set-up involving friends or associates. As the New Year gets under way, you’ll realise you owe it to yourself to explain that you have to do what suits you, first and foremost, rather than pandering to everybody else’s needs. Is that being selfish? No. lucky day 5th – through grit and determination, you achieve victory.

VIRGO 24 August – 23 September

No matter how concerned you are about the wellbeing of certain others, resist the temptation to tell them where they’re going wrong. There’s a danger that if you’re too direct, they’ll do the opposite of what you suggest. So find subtle ways to teach by example, and coax and cajole them into your way of thinking. lucky day 11th – skilfully and artfully, you mix duty and pleasure.

LIBRA 24 September – 23 October

Questions raised about a partnership or formal arrangement might have left you feeling uncomfortable. As Uranus resumes its forwards direction in mid-January, discussions will be far less likely to cause upset. You might even find the confidence to introduce some rather varied ideas you would normally keep to yourself. lucky day 6th – a sense of purpose helps you achieve vital goals.

SCORPIO 24 October – 22 November

At some point in the near future, you’ll realise that you really must focus on developments in terms of your profession, finances or long-term future. But first you should concentrate on a situation that threatens to disrupt the smooth running of an extremely close relationship. The sooner you turn your mind to it, the better. lucky day 12th – solutions are found to some unfinished business.

SAGITTARIUS 23 November – 21 December

Much as you might enjoy having the freedom to broach a tricky topic with relatives or friends, you must know when to stop. With the Sun allying itself to Saturn and Jupiter, there may be occasions on which you become so candid and outspoken that you start to wonder, immediately afterwards, whether you’ve caused offence. lucky day 8th – information you give to allies reaps rewards.