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Over the weekend, Mars opposed powerful Pluto to form an astrological T-square with Jupiter, the planet of adventure. That’s the astrological equivalent of parachuting over enemy lines to lead a daring SAS-style mission of sabotage. Yet we

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don’t need to be quite so destructive under this celestial boon. No matter how justified we feel, it would be wise to consider the ramifications before taking action. But if we act judiciously, the opportunities for growth are more than tangible.

LIBRA THERE’S nothing Sep 24 — Oct 23 more euphoric than discovering, making or conceptualising something for the first time. It could be a scientific breakthrough that will fundamentally change how we view the world, or a smaller, more personal one. Falling in love, for example, is a journey of discovery. It won’t change the world, but it does change our lives for ever. Though the person of your dreams may not be waiting right around the corner, the planets are aligning to create something new and exciting in your world today. July is positively charged with astrological promise. To help you to maximise the potential the month brings, call 0906 751 5607. SCORPIO EQUILIBRIUM is Oct 24 — Nov 22 the key to happiness. When we have too much to do, we become stressed. And on a day with too little, we’re lethargic and bored … we feel bogged down with obligations or as if we’re drowning in a lack of purpose. The same is true when areas of our lives are out of kilter. You can’t find your footing if you’re steeped in one part of your life and neglecting another. After your twin rulers’ opposition in a T-Square formation with Jupiter, now is your chance to get the balance just about right. July is positively charged with astrological promise. For your inspiring four-minute guide to the month ahead, call 0906 751 5608. SAGITTARIUS PEOPLE in Nov 23 — Dec 21 the public eye often claim that they’ve been misquoted or were asked a misleading question. And often if you review the original interview, it’s clear that the question was phrased to reaffirm the interviewer’s preconceived ideas. We’re all guilty of this. When we make up our minds about something, our questions reflect what we already believe. Be wary of your assumptions today. Are they clouding your judgment? Speak clearly and fairly, and you’ll get to the truth of the matter. July is positively charged with astrological promise. To help you to maximise the potential the month brings, call 0906 751 5609. CAPRICORN IS SOMEONE Dec 22 — Jan 20 out to get you? Does it feel as if you can’t do anything right? Even if this is how life seems, I can assure you that it’s not the cosmos that’s causing you to feel this way. In fact, far from backing you into a corner, it’s encouraging you to fight it. With Mars opposing Pluto in your sign to form an exciting T-Square with Jupiter, you have the opportunity to take control of a situation, and use it to your advantage. Just try not to fight fire with fire. You’re better off harnessing the heat. July is positively charged with astrological promise. For your inspiring four-minute guide to the month ahead, call 0906 751 5610. AQUARIUS HERE’S a Jan 21 — Feb 19 phrase we’ve all heard: ‘Their bark is worse than their bite’. Now, I’ve never heard a fish bark, but I did read about the Fang-Blenny, whose bite has an effect akin to a Class A drug. It strikes and delivers an opioid-like venom which disorientates its foes. Perhaps, sometimes, a defence is most effective when it counters aggression with pleasure rather than pain. If you want things to change the way you need them to today, think of your tongue as honeyed rather than forked. July is positively charged with astrological promise. To help you to maximise the potential the month brings, call 0906 751 5611. PISCES WE ANSWER to the Feb 20 — Mar 20 boss at work. At school, we answer to our peers and teachers. At play, we answer to our friends. Out in the world, we answer to society. No wonder we feel powerless sometimes. When we feel that something’s wrong, but don’t believe we can effect any change in our lives, it’s no surprise that, rather than take action, we wonder forlornly what on earth we can do. But there’s always a choice. You wield more influence than you realise. Use your voice today. You’ll be heard. July is positively charged with astrological promise. For your inspiring four-minute guide to the month ahead, call 0906 751 5612.