Horoscopes

Your week ahead in the stars

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Any friction between you and someone close about property or possessions could be resolved soon if you’ll think long-term. Events later in the week will show if you’re pulling your weight in groups you’re involved in or whether you’ve bitten off more than you can chew.

A good week for... fairness

Leo

As the week begins, think carefully about what you want to write or say. Your words have power now and it would be a shame to waste the opportunity to influence someone’s decision or attitude. It’s an excellent time to start learning a new skill if you’re prepared to take it seriously.

A good week for... neighbours

Sagittarius

Friends and acquaintances are likely to take up a lot of your time over the next month and it’s best to pay attention to them even if you’d rather get on with your own thing at times. It’s an ideal week to take up a fresh interest, especially if you’ve been feeling a bit jaded recently.

A good week for... friends

taurus

With ideas coming thick and fast, you can do plenty of creative thinking and productive mental work now and you could reap the benefits of this phase for a long time to come. Your imagination works best now while absorbed in everyday tasks so keep a notebook handy. A good week for... modesty

Virgo

You are thrifty and like to find the best deal when it comes to price and quality and this is a great week to check your policies, loans and investments to ensure you’re still getting premium value for your money. There’s plenty of energy and help for tackling tasks at the weekend.

A good week for... beauty

Capricorn

There’s so much happening on the community, home and goals front that you’re not sure whether you’re coming or going. So decide exactly what you want to achieve and go for it. With some hard work, which you’re used to anyway, you have every chance of reaping rich benefits.

A good week for... recognition

Gemini

You could be tempted to push your ideas strongly now, so instead of falling out with folk, try connecting with friends who enjoy a good debate. If your responsibilities seem heavier, it may be time to ignore some distractions and do what needs done more efficiently.

A good week for... hobbies

Libra

If you’ve any bones to pick with significant others, this week could bring plenty of opportunities. You’re likely to have just the right touch to deal with even tricky matters and resolve the problem. You could have flashes of inspiration about a creative project at the weekend.

A good week for... initiative

aquarius

You have strong ideas about how the world should change and nobody is going to be left in much doubt this week about what they are. But try to avoid arguments about it. You might win the battle but lose support in the longer term. This is a time for listening and learning from others, too. A good week for... travel

Cancer

Tuesday’s Full Moon falls in your career and community area, highlighting what you’ve achieved there recently and inspiring you. It’s important now to get the connection right between home and outside interests. Think big but don’t forget the details.

A good week for... family

Scorpio

You could feel as if you’re swamped with work and duties. Instead of seething away, if you’ll just tackle every essential new task immediately, and refuse to do the ones that are somebody else’s job, you’ll soon reap the benefits. A good deed you did in the past could be returned now.

A good week for... quietness

PISCES

It’s a good idea over the coming year not to depend too much on other people’s financial support. There are some really good long-term benefits to this despite a few short-term frustrations. Your popularity is high now, so get out and enjoy yourself actively.

A good week for... privacy