YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE | November 12-18

SCORPIO

October 23 — November 21

Scorpio energies are everywhere, and for a change, you’re feeling truly at home in your world. There’s even extra power to help you cope with large doses of fun, fewer responsibilities and plenty of passion. Just one potential glitch: the energies of vengeance and irrational self-righteousness are testing you. Don’t fall for their tricks. Tomorrow’s Scorpio New Moon will send a plan. Pay attention. Everything is possible now.

SAGITTARIUS

November 22 — December 21

Never really thought of yourself as an artist, have you? Enough of that. The planets want you to discover your creative side and to hold it up for all to see. Oh, and don’t let those tedious financial delays distract you from your course. The money’s coming. It’s just taking a little longer than it was supposed to. Your creative spirit, on the other hand, is ready and waiting. Let tomorrow’s New Moon show you the way

CAPRICORN

December 22 — January 19

Letting go of old memories, old outfits and ancient thinking is one way to ease yourself into greater comfort. But it’s confusing too. In fact, you're probably wondering who you are right now and why you're feeling so out of place. Tomorrow’s helpful New Moon brings an affectionate set of distractions. In which case, this is not the time for that stubborn independent thing you do. Open the door! Accept all the help you can get. Be grateful.

AQUARIUS

January 20 — February 18

It’s your turn to take the initiative — in love and work. But beware of loopholes. Details have never been your strong point and this time they could become your obstacle course. Also, be on the lookout for someone who shares your bizarre interests. Tomorrow’s New Moon could be sending you the love of your life. Or the greatest friend you ever made. Treat with care. Oh, and wait for Tuesday before signing anything radical.

PISCES

February 19 — March 20

Your desire to do the right thing will eventually put you ahead of the pack. But not yet. First, there's a little cosmic test, the one that's leading you down the path of wickedness and quick fixes. Careful. You know how gullible you can be, especially when the holiday spirit has you by the heartstrings. So smile through the dramas and when in doubt, look up. Tomorrow’s powerful New Moon has an array of fabulous options. Take your time.

ARIES

March 21 — April 19

Wondering whether your lover’s affections have moved elsewhere? Look again. It could be that you’re the one who’s emotionally blocked. Examine your fears and don’t be too proud to discuss them. At work, your public profile is gaining ground and, with directed efforts, your career will soon advance at an astonishing pace. One thing. Find time to relax. Burnout is no fun. Check tomorrow’s gorgeous New Moon for other ways to get the job done.

TAURUS

April 20 — May 20 

Things are happening now. Take your pick and make a wish list. Travel, creative projects, love, spiritual discoveries, money — all these and more are up for grabs. Your job is to handle your options with style and grace, and to spend at least one week pleasing only yourself. One more thing. You’ll have to lift your butt off that couch first. Wait for tomorrow’s fabulous New Moon to give you the strength.

GEMINI

May 21 — June 20

No matter what anyone says, it’s your life. So if you need to break away from commitments made purely to please others, now's the time. You can find other ways to make them proud. Meanwhile, the truth about your finances could be hiding behind an array of smokescreens. Get the facts before allowing yourself to be talked into any radical changes. Tomorrow’s New Moon could simply be asking for new ways to put yourself first.

CANCER

June 21 — Jul 22

Think brilliant ideas and magical plans. This is your week for exploring the senses and discovering what each has to offer. And while you're waiting for the planets to kick in, spare a thought for a desultory love life. Ask yourself what you can do to make your wishes come true. Or have you forgotten that it's your job to make yourself happy? Tomorrow’s generous New Moon will help with the confusing bits.

LEO

Jul 23 — Aug 22

There’s a New Moon tomorrow, calling you back to a love life that needs attention. This is where the truth can emerge. Has your partner been chosen out of a need to impress the relatives? Are you battling to find a middle path between career and love? Do you feel undeserving of anyone’s affection? Might as well deal with these issues now. The planets are standing by with alternative options. Decide what you want and let yourself have it.

VIRGO

Aug 23 — Sep 22

Change always rocks that lovingly glued-together boat of yours. Which is strange, because you’re the one who’s supposed to be floating downstream, ready for anything. OK, so all your security has gone overboard, leaving you with an unexpectedly impressive supply of strength and courage to get you through. Meanwhile, tomorrow’s New Moon has exciting news. For once, convince yourself to sit back and enjoy the ride.

LIBRA

September 23 — October 22

There's learning and teaching on offer, complete with a chance to improve your career status. Better work on building your endurance to handle the new demands on your time. Oh, and watch the emotions. You're open to any distraction now and that's the last thing you need. Feet belong on the ground. Keep them there. Tomorrow’s New Moon will give you a nudge in the right direction. Trust your instincts. They’ve never been more powerful.

Your Chart: Bervesh Bhika

• Sun sign: Aquarius
• Moon sign: Sagittarius 
• Rising sign: Aquarius

Ever feel like you were born into the wrong family? People with this much Aquarian energy are usually way ahead of their time and constantly struggling to fit in with the people around them. Most of you will find careers and lifestyles in which intimacy is less of a requirement. You make a wonderful, extremely interesting friend, but close relationships are much more difficult. Often, you’ll spend whole days alone, chatting to yourself and learning fascinating new things about the world. You’re always keen to learn — and experience — anything new and exciting. Now though, you’ve just come to the end of a particularly difficult cycle. You’ve been wondering whether your career choices have been good ones and whether your relationships are healthy. You’ve made a few bad financial choices and your confidence has taken a knock. In fact, you’re wondering whether to throw it all in and make a new start. Don’t rush until you’ve had a chance to plan. Your yearning for excitement can often lead to impulsive decisions. The planets are certainly looking for a new adventure. But this time, you’ll need to trust yourself to make good choices. And to make sure you have a splendid time. Best of luck.

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