Aquarius
20th January - 18th February
Your birthday season announces major changes, with extra reponsibility
thrown in for good measure. This is a year when you’re called to assert your
individuality in terms of creativity, productivity and perseverance. While
you may harbour a quiet dread of an even heavier work load, everyone needs
the occasional challenge to bring about their best. Besides, there’s plenty
of prestige and prosperity on offer. Don’t be surprised though, if this
first month brings mounting tension between personal and professional
obligations. In a perfect world, you could ignore others’ wants and go about
your own business. But Venus calls for co-operation, and insists that you
act in a sensible way. It’s simple, really: prioritise and compromise.

Pisces
19th February - 20th March
Not so fast, Pisces. Some of your short cuts could end up being the long way
around. This particularly applies to financial deals. Have you the time or
the discipline to look into what you’re doing - or does near enough seem
good enough? Neptune advises more care, as not everything may be open and
aboveboard. At the same time, Saturn encourages you to resolve past
emotional issues. A tough ask, considering current uncertainty. Nonetheless,
greater strength and self awareness can be gained - perhaps even a life long
and unconditional friendship.

Aries
21st March - 20th April
If you intend to keep people guessing, you’re off to a good start. Right
now, things seem a little erratic, so making fixed plans might not be wise.
Let your head settle, along with current circumstances. Try to distance
yourself from early February’s chaos. Meanwhile, you could also start
questioning the justice in your financial expenses. If it’s all feeling a
bit unfair, you might see little point in all work and no play. Which is why
Jupiter encourages a month of fun - even if it does have to stay affordable.

Taurus
21st April - 20th May
Honestly, Taurus - you do worry. And right now, it looks like you’ll be
covering the same old ground. Don’t fall into a rut. Break the pattern, lose
the fixation, and concentrate on the here and now. Professionally, February
encourages you to negotiate your way through demanding responsibilities.
This could mean a different job or change of direction. Sure, you’re
apprehensive - and that’s why it wouldn’t hurt to hedge your bets. Take that
leap of faith only if there’s true promise in sight and preferably,
somewhere safe to land.

Gemini
21st May - 21st June
Go easy on yourself, Gemini. You’ve been through quite a spell, and it’s a
fair bet that relationship issues have needed sorting. But it’s time turn
your attentions away from life’s intensities. This month, self pampering
takes priority. Upside: patience and endeavours start to pay off as you move
into soothing, yet successful phase. Treat the month well, and it will pay
back in kind. And with some gentler romantic prospects floating around,
there’s no need to launch into anything too torrid. Enoy the pleasures of
laid back love.

Cancer
22nd June - 22nd July
You haven’t quite fallen into your comfort zone yet, Cancer. So you could be
questioning if it’s all worth it, or whether you should abandon what seems
to be a fruitless quest. Don’t do anything drastic. All you need is a fresh
perspective. For now, the great indoors are definitely not for you. Rain,
hail or shine you should be out in the elements - whether it takes a wet
suit, an umbrella, or a hiking boots to get you happening. The phone can
bank up a few calls while you answer a far stronger calling.

Leo
23rd July - 22nd August
Get out of this rut while you can, Leo. If the walls are feeling too close,
either clear the clutter or move out. Truth is, the only one holding you
back is probably you. Be strong, and stay honest. Not too deep down you
know why you’ve come to this point. Obviously, something’s bothering you to
the stage where it’s no longer tolerable. Revive your true fiery self. Put
misgivings in past tense and don’t be afraid to take the initiative. As you
well know, satisfaction comes in doing.

Virgo
23rd August - 22nd September
Gather in resources and prepare for greater career commitment. The time has
arrived for some serious and disciplined work. Though early February may
feel a tad sluggish, by the 8th your unique talents come to the fore.
Thinking processes fall into a more logical pattern, and projects finally
get the full attention they deserve. Allow yourself to be guided by older or
more experienced colleagues. Their expertise could prove invaluable. Best of
all, any of this month’s extravagences will probably go hand in hand with an
active love life.

Libra
News is you’re popular, Libra. And there’s no harm in saying so. It can only
add to the confidence you already have. What’s more, your charm can disarm
just about anyone at the moment. If feeling keen to push your luck, you’ve a
good chance of winning others over. Bottom line: it’s a month which offers
intriguing tangents. If daily routine’s become a bore, you’ll welcome almost
any detour on offer. Look forward to an activity or project that may have
new friends attached to it. You’re in your element.

Scorpio
23rd October - 21st November
Keeping up appearances can either work in your favour or against you,
depending on the situation. If putting on an act gets you by, fine. But if
your dilemma’s looking chronic, tell it as it is. Just bear in mind that not
everyone’s playing fair, perhaps even those closest to you. Call it
manipulation, call it quiet coercion - call it outright blackmail if you
like. Your nearest and dearest know exactly which strings to pull. Try
pitching a few home truths to bring the game back onto an even field.
Sagittarius

22nd November - 21st December
Romance makes its mark in any number of ways this month. Some fall head
over heels. Others come to a confronting watershed. Either way, with Venus
settling in your sector of love, Saggie hearts beat with a new intensity.
Singles have their flings, but also consider commitment. Couples seem more
willing to offer mutual support. But it’s late February that offers some of
the finest carnal delights. All in all, it’s a time when the planets team
up to give you an easier time of it. So enjoy, guilt free.
Capricorn

22nd December - 19th January
There’s every chance that you can enjoy a month of success and passion,
though it may require some compromise. Yours in an innate strength, though
sometimes a tad overpowering. If the whip is wielded by mutual consent, all
well and good. But there’s nothing like abuse of personal power to alienate
those you love. That’s where the give and take factor should come into
play. Professionally, you’re driven and aspiring. Just don’t let everyone
know about it. Whatever you hope to achieve right now is best done by quiet
ambush.