AQUARIUS
January 20 — February 18
Don’t believe everything you hear. Those fabulous instincts are working overtime to protect you from the idiots in your path. Even so, pay attention. There’s money around — provided you don’t hand it over to every enthusiastic admirer. Generosity is great; being ripped off is less so. Meanwhile, look out for a new love under Wednesday’s fun Full Moon. Admit it: all that independence can wear a bit thin. It’s time to share your life — in every sense.
PISCES
February 19 — March 20
Expand your knowledge and a fantastic new career opportunity will open up before you. And sure, you’d like a six-month vacation — but who wouldn’t? This is the time for career growth and financial delights. If the family’s demanding your time, give the bare minimum. You need all your energy for yourself now — especially since you’re particularly susceptible to bugs and lurgies. Dose up on vitamins. Get healthy — and then wealthy.
ARIES
March 21 — April 9
Ready to take a break? Go right ahead. This week’s planets are far too busy burrowing around in your unconscious to bother about earthly details. You might take a meditation class. Or refine your spiritual beliefs. The great thing about this week is that every exciting moment seems to happen by itself. No conscious effort required. As the saying goes, does a flower try to bloom — or does it allow cosmic energies to take their course? Give it a bash. Get out of your own way.
TAURUS
April 20 — May 20
Those courageous powers of yours are in demand. But then again, a sliver of patience and tolerance wouldn't go amiss either. Negotiations are afoot — and the competition is even more demanding than you are. Your role is to hold back on the ego displays and quietly get what you want, with fairness, honesty and a minimum of aggression. Remember, the most powerful person in the room needs to be the most generous. And that would be you.
GEMINI
May 21 — June 20
The mad social whirl has kept you away from home more than it should. Save some energy for the people you love before they start to complain. Still, you’ll have to manage your diary with extra care now. The world wants you — and you’re enjoying yourself far too much to stop now. One thing though: this is not the week to buy that yacht. Money’s growing slowly — too slowly for mad splurges. Wednesday’s wisdom-enriched Full Moon sends alternatives. Pay attention.
CANCER
June 21 — July 22
At last! You’re ready to reveal yourself in full plumage. You’ve finally discovered that secrecy and “privacy” don’t make for fulfilling relationships. And sure, you may overdo it for a while — but balance takes practice and you’re a late starter. Don’t rush into new loves just yet though. Savour the moments before making your choices. At work, meanwhile, avoid arguments. No point. They’ll sort themselves out. Wednesday’s gorgeous Full Moon will lend a hand.
LEO
July 23 — August 22
The planets are gathering round to help you on your way. The question is, which way did you want to go? If you’re not sure, Wednesday’s Leo Full Moon will leave you in no doubt. Strangely, though you love adventure, you’re actually terrified of change. Make a list of the actual fears, so you’ll know where to start. Relationships are fairly fabulous — so no problems there. These changes are about you. How would you like to see yourself? Think happy thoughts.
VIRGO
August 23 — September 22
Launching new ventures? Wednesday’s Full Moon bring the perfect energies. And isn’t this great? For the first time in ages, you know precisely what you want and how to get it. No need to take advice from anyone. Of course, the love life could use some work. Either make some choices now, or wait for the 24th when the planets of passion and romance will simplify your decisions. For now, your focus is on a fantastic career and plans to keep it that way. Trust yourself. You’ve never been so brilliant.
LIBRA
September 23 — October 22
Switch off the stove, get gorgeous and get out there. There are no domestic moments this week. The planets of passion, romance, delicious new friendships and wild social whirls are pushing you to explore another side of yourself. Try not to argue with anyone before Wednesday’s fabulous Full Moon — and drive carefully. For the rest, relish the moments. There’ll even be good news at work. Expect miracles. Remind yourself that you deserve better. Because you do.
SCORPIO
October 23 — November 21
Even you can get bored with the thoughts in your head — so get some new ones. Take a class; learn a language, master the piano. Make it fun. Wednesday’s Full Moon, meanwhile, zones in on a career that’s taking a new direction. Make your own plans if you like, but, for now, allow yourself to be steered a little. Remember, the universe wants you to take care of the “whats”. It’s happy to handle the “hows”. And isn’t that a relief?
SAGITTARIUS
November 22 — December 21
That constant search for excitement makes you blind to the miracles under your nose. Just for this week, spend some time in the moment. You’ll discover things about yourself and your lovers that completely change your perspective. Passion will be redefined. And generosity of spirit will become your most sought-after quality. There’s financial generosity here too, incidentally. So if you have a need for something, ask. Wealth is all around you.
CAPRICORN
December 22 — January 19
Big decisions must wait for Wednesday’s Full Moon to kick in — after which, that missing confidence will return to your life. Meanwhile, take another look at your health. Emotionally charged dramas drain your energy more than you know. Start with prevention — vitamins and exercise — and then work on sorting out the problem. At source. Most of all, dump the blame. It’s no-one’s fault. Try to see it all as a really big adventure. And be grateful for everything you already have. Gratitude is the universe’s sign that you’re ready for more.
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Monica van Wyk (19 February 1970, Ermelo, 15h46)
Sun sign: Pisces
Moon sign: Leo
Rising Sign: Cancer
Your “master” cycles are on the move, remaking your life in every way possible. Embrace the moments. Decide which bits of your old life you’d like to hang on to, and happily release the rest. Of course, the fact that you’re perpetually riddled with guilt and a peculiar desire to rescue every emotional cripple you’ve ever met, means you’ve had minimal time for yourself.
As a result, you’ve completely forgotten what you wanted in the first place. Your dreams are scattered and your life plan has been usurped by hangers-on. Time to shed the lot. And sure, it will take most of this year. But while you wait, write your ideas down and throw away anything you no longer need. Your career is changing too — so explore every opportunity that comes past. By next year, you’ll be a completely different human being, and wondering why it took you so long. Courage is all it takes. This is a great time to be alive.
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