Horoscopes

ARIES: Whether it's lifestyle, manner of expression, personal appearance or work related, you nonconformists simply must do things your own way this week - and that's okay. Just so long as you don't insist that others agree with you or like what you do.

TAURUS: Taurans don't like parting with their things. But freedom from the tyranny of possessions and the onus of ownership will seem strangely attractive this week. You might even begin to consider freelancing as more worthwhile than the illusion of security.

GEMINI: Emotions have their own mad logic this week, which the Gemini mind sometimes finds a struggle. Relax, Twins - it's nowhere near as hellish as you think. In fact, this week is one of the year's most magical if you take the time to tune into it.

CANCER: This week's Cancerian to-do list: Give in gracefully without arguing every little point. Practise deep listening - which is the polar opposite of selective hearing. Find something to appreciate in each situation and everyone you meet. Have a fabulous week.

LEO: Like fellow fire signs, Leos aren't known for their patience, and you won't respond well to pressure this week. Nor will others - if you're too demanding they'll withdraw. This Week Of Sensitive Petals calls for tact and understanding all round...

VIRGO: This week's celestial cocktail tests your trust levels. It won't be any use getting upset because you don't know what's going on. Everyone only has their own small piece of the puzzle, and sometimes we just have to keep going without knowing the destination.

LIBRA: If you're locked into responsibilities with others dependent on you, this week insists on some kind of escape hatch to express the more adventurous aspects of your personality. And for your own sake, the freedom to spend time with your spiritual side.

SCORPIO: People matter much more than principles this week, and internal qualities way more than external values. Internal qualities like kindness, generosity and How can I help you, rather than I'm only doing my job and Sorry that's our policy and If you don't like it...

SAGITTARIUS: The way people feel mightn't make sense to you this week, but that's no reason to dismiss it. Demanding explanations won't get good results either - empathy's the only way: imagining you're in their situation. Think of it as space travelling...

CAPRICORN: No doubt about Mars, it does love to shuffle your deck, stir the pot and toss you right in. If plans go pear-shaped this week, well, you're a Capricorn - figure out how to turn it to your advantage. Like that road sign: Drive To Prevailing Conditions...

AQUARIUS: It's always easy - and heaps of fun - to get sidetracked by delightful diversions and interesting excursions. It's an even better idea to spend just one hour a day of intimate, quality time with yourself this week. The rewards will be enormous.

PISCES: Your resistance to harmful environmental elements - accidents, upsets, other peoples' negative energy - is not at its strongest this week. Boost your immunity with humour, staying positive and optimistic, and only doing what makes you feel good.