YOUR WEEKLY STARS | June 16-22

GEMINI

May 21 — June 20

Say yes to all the invitations. And take that look off your face. Not all social situations are either tedious or mindless. Some are specially designed to enhance your reputation and present you with new offers. Not only that: you might even find a way to occasionally enjoy yourself without any reason at all. Just for fun. Haven’t you heard? You always attract the greatest success when you’re having the best time.

CANCER

June 21 — July 22

How about a holiday? A weekend? Your energies are seeking some fun, and your sense of responsibility has taken a short hike. One thing: avoid important decisions all week. You won’t be making any good ones in this state. Second, expect drama with friends, and refuse to retaliate. If they’re asking for resolution, ask them to come back next month. Meanwhile, find something entertaining to take your mind off your mad life. Read a book.  

LEO

July 23 — August 22 

So much is changing you hardly know where to look first. Now’s your chance to experience the magic of surrender, but first, some humility please. Then you’ll have to ask your higher power, or angels, or personal god, to take over the reins and show you the way. And once you’ve gotten over the shock of losing control, you’ll start having some real fun. Asking for help takes just as much courage as offering it. Add a little gratitude, and you’re unstoppable.  

VIRGO

August 23 — September 22 

Turmoil at home could upset your plans — if you let it. The trick is to sort out what's yours, and leave the rest to them. Friendship and loyalty are not about fixing everyone’s lives. They're more about compassion and understanding while they fix their own. Besides, you have yourself to care for. Make that your new mission. Ask your heart what it wants. Not your ego, your heart. Follow your own instructions. 

LIBRA

September 23 — October 22 

Make a decision to start your relationships over again. All those ancient sorrows and unresolved disappointments are killing what could be a wonderful love affair. There’s never been a better time to dump the garbage and remind yourself what you fell in love with in the first place. Meanwhile, how about learning something new? That fabulous mind is getting bored. Give it something to chew on.

SCORPIO

October 23 — November 21 

Negotiations are looking superb now, with a much clearer picture emerging through the smog. Now do something about that disdainful manner. People are wondering whether you like them, and it’s making them guarded and insecure. And that’s the last thing you need. So, plant a huge smile on your face — and let them in. You’re trying to protect something that was never in danger. Besides, idealism doesn’t have to be a lonely path. Open a few doors. 

SAGITTARIUS 

November 22 — December 21

All you can see is the competition. Look a little closer, and you may find the only person you're competing with is yourself. Look for ways to appreciate yourself more — and then work on getting to know that self-sabotaging side of yourself a little better. After all, it always helps to know your enemies … so you can show them how to move on. Your intuitive, creative self has far more interesting fish to fry.  

CAPRICORN

December 22 — January 19 

Your life has taken a peculiar turn, as expectations are turned on their heads and plans are thrown back in your face. This is not a bad thing. You have an extremely controlling side — and this week, it’s controlling you. The only response is surrender. In fact, how about making the most of a week that has snatched the reins from your hands, and taken you on an adventure of its own making? Might as well enjoy it.

AQUARIUS

January 20 — February 18 

Suddenly those old wounds seem much less important. You’re able to forgive and let go. The reason for all this housecleaning is that the planets want you to clear the way for new experiences. This can be a wonderfully exciting time, as long as you stop trying to take charge — and let the energies find their own way. You’ll discover a brand-new butterfly inside you, just waiting to take flight.

PISCES

February 19 — March 20 

Too much emotion can be just as stifling as an excess of intellect. The good news is that this is your chance to balance the two. As the real secret to inner peace is about balance, this could be the moment you’ve been waiting for. Don’t waste it. Try some yoga. And while you’re at it, think about travel. The excitement of foreign lands is calling you. Take a friend for added perspective. Take two.

ARIES

March 21 — April 19

You need to find a more useful outlet for those competitive urges — before you start throwing the computer out of the window. How about a nice game of tennis? Or a gentle massage? It’s time to figure out how to handle that conservative element at work. You’ll need some patience with the people who haven’t caught up to you yet. If you keep smiling, you’ll soon attract a different team into your space, and there’ll be no stopping you.   

TAURUS

20 April — May 20 

So you thought your love life was in peak condition? Maybe it is, to some extent. The issue, though, is, how much of your past still haunts you? How many pieces of useless old baggage are you still lugging around? While mulling that over, book a weekend away with the sweetheart. Lovers aren’t mind-readers, you know. They need to be told how much you care. Meanwhile, think about a new internet opportunity. There’s one available you hadn’t thought of.

Your Chart 

Margaret Sibiya (December 14 2001, Johannesburg, 10am) 

Sun sign: Sagittarius   

Moon sign: Sagittarius   

Rising Sign: Aquarius 

Success is in your energy — and sooner or later, you’ll find the career you’re looking for. Your biggest problem, of course, is that everyone around you thinks you’re completely nuts. Don’t let that bother you. Your energies are so far ahead of their time that most people find you hard to understand. This lifetime is about learning to trust yourself, even when the whole world is arguing with you. You have very powerful energies and lots of work to do. For now, take another look at your emotional stuff. You’ll need to learn how to handle your feelings — and theirs. That’s one talent you weren’t born with, but you can learn as you go along. This year is about dealing with discipline and difficult relationships. After that, your big adventure gets even bigger. For now, don’t be in such a rush. Your life will still be there whenever you’re ready.

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