THE SKY THIS WEEK

tauruS

Your persuasive power is working well, but don’t get too competitive with friends’ opinions or you could win a battle but lose the war. If you pay attention to your intuition, you’ll understand what’s going on under the surface in a situation where all is not as it seems.

A good week for...socialising

VirGo

Avoid dwelling on annoyances from the past now. It’s time to deal with what needs to be dealt with, put it behind you and move on to take advantage of opportunities opening up in a home and family situation. Those closest to you may need to know how much you appreciate them now.

A good week for...partners

CaPriCorn

Any recent friction with those close to you should clear up over the next few days if you’ll explain as well as listen. An innocent remark on Friday could stir up an old hurt. By seeing that everyone was doing the best they could at the time you should be able to forgive and forget.

A good week for...communication

Gemini

You’re unlikely to get your own way at home or work this week in trying to push through an important project with willpower alone, especially on Tuesday. It’s best to check other people’s agendas then decide what’s in everybody’s interests before acting.

A good week for...aspirations

Libra

With attention to detail and willingness to leap in at the right moment, you could gain a competitive edge this week. Keep your eyes peeled for opportunities to show what you’re capable of. The clearer you are now about your purpose, the easier you’ll be able to achieve it.

A good week for...analysis

aquariuS

With action planet Mars making a good working relationship with responsible Saturn on Tuesday, it’s a week when disciplined work pays off. Be sure you don’t over-commit yourself as Mercury also aligns with Jupiter, tempting us to promise more than we can deliver. Most affected are those born February 23 to March 1, June 26-July 2, August 27-September 3 and November 26-December 2. You could feel weighed down with pressures. But if you deal with the demands promptly and without complaint you’ll get what needs done more quickly, and impress someone who matters to you. Acting on an impulsive, fun idea at the weekend could give you a lift.

A good week for...peace

CanCer

There’s no point in arguing over who’s right or wrong when there’s simply a difference of opinions – and a lot of work to be done. Respecting other people’s needs and choices yet being true to your own could help you achieve more than you expect over the next few months.

A good week for...travel

SCorPio

You’re in the mood for fun as, no matter how old you are, you can easily get in touch with the playful child in yourself this week. Don’t put duty before enjoying the company of someone special this weekend. It’s not either or. With some forward planning you can do both.

A good week for...creativity

PiSCeS

Your ruler Neptune turns direct today, nudging you to put into practice some of the plans that have been growing in your imagination over the last few months. An apparent setback could turn out to be a blessing in disguise if you’ll just look at the possibilities it unlocks.

A good week for...understanding