Horoscopes

ARIES: Aries can usually turn anything into a power struggle, but could you get your head around being a full-on force for peace instead this week? By praising generously, paying compliments, being appreciative, giving others positive feedback, expressing your gratitude for all their efforts...

TAURUS: Taurans know what suits them: what's comfortable thanks very much. But this week nudges you to think about a revamp, an upgrade, styling yourself a deadly new look. And ditch being judgmental Taurus - your generous, agreeable side's the one people love.

GEMINI: With Libran love vibes rampant relationships move into focus, and the ones who love you need your support. This week's reasonable exterior covers a morass of emotional insecurities and indecision, so if others are over-reactive or withdrawn, give them room to work it out.

CANCER: There's fat chance of playing hermit Crab with this week's mix 'n mingle, party hearty transit. Yet home, family and relationships are centre stage too, and finances for a renovation, move or upgrade could need negotiating. Getting grandiose or going overboard isn't recommended.

LEO: Libran Ivan Pavlov discovered the Pavlovian response: that automatic reaction you have towards beautiful things and against unpleasant ones. This week's vibes are somewhat feline - cruel or merciful according to mood - so be kind to your adoring public, cat Majesties.

VIRGO: Like the person asked the way to Carnegie Hall who replied Practice, Virgos keep doing things till they get it right. Far be it from me to suggest lowering this week's limbo bar, but consider how traditional weavers always include a flaw because perfection's too punishing for the human unit.

LIBRA: Admiral Nelson, who trounced Napoleon, and outrageous rock 'n roller Jerry Lee Lewis were both successful Librans with unorthodox methods. Which you'll be this week, with your talents making a substantial contribution - others will let you know just how valuable.

SCORPIO: At its best this week will be delightful, elegant and organised - providing you say no to the choices that make it hectic, frantic and frazzled. Others might be indecisive, but on no account regard that as your cue to take charge and make their minds up for them.

SAGITTARIUS: Succeeding and failing are this week's interconnecting themes. You're more driven than ambitious, but it's always good to remember success is relative - this week it might simply be whatever you manage to make out of the mistakes you've made.

CAPRICORN: Capricorns operate well under pressure, maintaining their professional cool in stressful situations. But don't let career detachment carry over into this week's private life where warmth, vulnerability and gracious communication are what count.

AQUARIUS: You might be chuffed to hear people are taking a break this week from deep and meaningful soul searching. Frivolous and superficial diversions are on the menu, so head on down to Happening Central and have yourself a brilliantly flippant and trivial time...

PISCES: Pisceans are highly appreciative people, but you need your strokes too. If you're feeling a bit unstroked this week, don't withdraw from others. Instead have a supportive friend or family member remind you just how much you really are valued.