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FEBRUARY

ARIES (March 21 - April 20)

You are about to move into a new and different life. It is time to move on in every way and leave the past behind. De-cluttering or downsizing, re-planning your life-style or reinventing yourself with a complete make-over will have an energizing effect on every aspect of your existence. You are about to emerge from your chrysalis and like Sleeping Beauty, you will awaken to dreams fulfilled.

TAURUS (April 21 – May 21)

You must keep steadily beavering away this month, as working at your goals will enable you to find energy and enthusiasm you thought had gone for good. As the weeks progress you will feel younger and more able to appreciate and enjoy the chances you are being given. It is not a good idea to brood or dwell on possible anxieties. Keeping busy will keep your heart light and your outlook optimistic.

GEMINI (May 22 – June 21)

Money and finance is well aspected this month. It might be a good idea to have a review of your financial situation and consolidate your resources, as you will discover you are better off than you thought. Tidy up your affairs, send in accounts for what is due to you, and pay bills to get yourself up to date. Planning your spending and working out a budget will give you a sense of power and readiness to face whatever fate might bring.

CANCER (June 22 – July 23)

This is a period of increasing independence and self-employment or being in charge is particularly good for you this month. Enterprise and innovative ideas could lift you out of the rut you feel you are in. Handicrafts could soothe you, or learning about computers will open doors you felt were closed. Take up a hobby or evening class, or you could even consider something requiring more investment such as an Open University Course.

LEO (July 24 – August 23)

At this moment you may feel at a crossroads. You need to consider what you want out of life, where you want to go and what your aims are. If necessary, you have to eliminate what you do NOT want in the weeks and months ahead, and try to clear them from your daily routine. For your own peace of mind it is better for you to be alone than to be with the wrong company. Animals and the natural world will give you love and consolation.

VIRGO (August 24 – September 23)

New horizons beckon, new challenges revitalize you. Travel and exploration of possibilities will make you feel good. Flowers and the natural world will renew your sense of beauty and joy. It is an excellent time to plan long-term projects and even think of moving on in your work, perhaps retraining. If you feel like a completely fresh start in whatever way, don't be afraid to go for it.

LIBRA (September 24 – October 23

Now then Libra, if you are tempted to complain about your lot and feel hard-done-to, remind yourself that self-pity is self-defeating. Face up to reality, try doing some voluntary work and appreciate there are plenty of others less fortunate than yourself. Your ingratitude and lack of appreciation is wasting opportunities that might have opened new doors. In the words of the cliché, it is time to count your blessings.

SCORPIO (October 24 – November 22)

Try as you will to avoid it, you have to face up to the bleak reality that is confronting you. But don't be blinkered. The energies you are employing in trying to go round obstacles could actually get you through them if you tackled them with determination. You must not doubt yourself. Have more confidence. Be kinder to yourself and don't take things so much to heart. It is not the end of the world.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 – December 21)

Sagittarius's arrows shoot fast and far this month. A light heart and a sense of adventure will make this a great period for you. Try to enjoy what you do and make your everyday routine a pleasure and not a duty. Take time off for moments on your own where you renew your love and faith as a human being connecting with the natural world and the world of spirit. Past effort will be rewarded and appreciation comes your way.

CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 20)

You have been struggling through a difficult patch lately, but unexpectedly you come through and find the answers you have been looking for. A new person could enter your life who will help you, or a fresh idea or scheme turns things around. Change is in the air and optimism you have not felt for a while returns. Prospects in every aspect of your daily routine, relationships and ambitions look good.

AQUARIUS (January 21 – February 19)

Aquarius is willing to sacrifice a lot in the cause of humanity, but you should be thinking of yourself this month. Try to relax more and you will discover you can achieve your aims far more easily than when you geared yourself up to tackle them. No-one is perfect, and if you realise that everybody has faults and failings you will learn not to be so hard on yourself. Don't worry what others say – you are doing fine.

PISCES (February 20 – March 20)

The world is a big place, and you need to widen your horizons this year. Plan travels if possible, consider any options that would take you out of your current comfort zone. Working holidays, adventuring for charity, tackling challenging feats of climbing, sailing, cycling, walking will all stretch you as a person. Remember you are currently living what will become your memories – so try to give yourself something positive to look back on.