HOROSCOPES

July in the stars.

CANCER

22 June – 23 July

Avoid spats with friends or family, especially as Saturn is confronting Mars. At any other time this might inspire you to put things right, but on this occasion, you’d be fighting a lost cause. Instead of arguing that there are important principles at stake, see the situation for what it really is and save your battles. lucky day 11th – setting your mind on one goal guarantees success.

LEO

24 July – 23 August

Tough exchanges with loved ones will have no lasting impact – you’ll simply be frustrated by circumstances beyond your control, resulting in scratchiness and sarcasm. A breakthrough will make it clear that no nasty taste remains, but everyone should acknowledge the potential damage of cutting comments and bad manners. lucky day 6th – business deals are struck to great satisfaction.

VIRGO

24 August – 23 September

Although your misgivings about a journey or adventure might be valid, it would be a pity to stick resolutely to old patterns and routines. Be mindful of someone’s desire to introduce you to new and unexplored territory. And don’t assume the reassurance you’re given is based on anything less than sound logic and reliable facts. lucky day 29th – by keeping your emotions in check you score points.

LIBRA

24 September – 23 October

A brush with well-informed, influential people might be fleeting, but it will provide a taste of how you’d like some aspect of your life to be, one day. However, you cannot expect that somebody who is encouraging you to think big in this respect will open all the right doors for you. Some roads we have to tread alone. lucky day

SCORPIO

24 October – 22 November

Don’t bow to pressure from anybody steering you towards a competitive arena. Only you know where your strengths truly lie, and you won’t want to push yourself too far or too soon. Glittering prizes are up for grabs, but put them to the back of your mind until you’re sure you’re not punching above your weight. lucky day 22nd – rethinking your priorities eases a tricky situation.

SAGITTARIUS

23 November – 21 December

Pluto should reveal fascinating financial or business data as it challenges the Sun and Mercury. There will be those who refute these figures, because they’re protecting their own interests rather than pursuing what’s best for all concerned. If, as is likely, you have to express your disappointment and irritation, you won’t be alone. lucky day 15th – holding your head up high earns you kudos all round.

CAPRICORN

22 December – 20 January

The mere act of sharing some of your story with a trusted friend or companion could be therapeutic. And you mustn’t be afraid of sounding self-pitying. Nor, on the other hand, should you doubt that something you lost could soon be replaced – if it hasn’t already happened. You’re about to learn a great deal about yourself. lucky day 7th – being in the right place at the right time pays off.

AQUARIUS

21 January – 19 February

Even if you’re aware that you must dedicate yourself to laborious tasks, you’ll resist as long as you can. But certain people who know of your true capabilities will be hoping that you’ll do what needs to be done, so that you can then move on to bigger and better things. There are no short cuts to the top. lucky day 10th – news of a fresh start enables you to shrug off apathy.

PISCES

20 February – 20 March

Unresolved personal issues may have prevented you from moving ahead with confidence. You can find answers, provided you regain trust in someone you have misjudged, unfairly, in the past. Jupiter reversing into Aquarius will encourage you to retrace familiar steps, leading to information that has eluded you up until now. lucky day 28th – recognition comes from forcing the pace of change.

ARIES

21 March – 20 April

Why should others accuse you of over-indulging yourself when you are entitled to spend your time and money as you see fit? You’re likely to tolerate such comments for a while – but once Uranus antagonises Mars and Venus, you’ll want to defend your position. One person in particular is about to be told what’s what. lucky day 13th – developments in your private life boost your spirits.

TAURUS

21 April – 21 May

Some sort of tussle shouldn’t leave you feeling bruised. See it as a means of gleaning valuable information about whoever else is involved. Whether or not there needs to be permanent change in the relationship won’t be clear for several weeks. In the meantime, dignity, distance and respect should be your watchwords. lucky day 24th – at last you’re well-placed to make a career move.

GEMINI

22 May – 21 June

Those digging in their heels about money-related or property issues need to be talked around to your way of thinking. But that cannot be done in a hurry. Eventually, you should be able to vocalise your own thoughts and feelings so that everybody ends up on the same page. Remember, this will require endless patience. lucky day 12th – worthwhile aims and ambitions are suddenly in focus.