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AQUARIUS
THIS MONTH,
PRIORITISE ...
Realising
ambitions. There’s
no better time for
achieving goals.
Don’t let the fear
of failing stop you
from trying.
CELEBRITY AQUARIANS
Emma Roberts; Jennifer
Aniston; Lauren Conrad
Affirmation for the month: For every ending,
there’s a new beginning.
Aquarians are ambitious, but even though
both skill and social connections have
value, success also depends on commitment.
So when you make a new plan, stick with it.
Socially, you’re a natural. The planets boost
intellectual vigour, but also the occasional
challenge. The old cliché about catching more
flies with honey than with vinegar springs
to mind. It’s also a great time to update your
image. If any caution is needed, it will
involve finances. Thanks to a spend-happy
cosmos, you suddenly want everything
you see – including new playmates.
PISCES
February 19 – March 20
February finds you more
secretive, or maybe just not
inclined to share your feelings;
others should respect this.
If you’re feeling lost or lonely,
solace may be sought through
drugs or alcohol. You may
hear from people from the past

• whatever happens, make
  some quiet time just for you.

ARIES

March 21 – April 20

Step cautiously – particularly

around the 15th, when your

emotions run wild. Perhaps your

inner voice isn’t as all-knowing

as usual. It may therefore be

wise to listen to others. Not

everything is cause for concern;

the cosmos sets the scene for

romance. With finances on

side, the odd luxury is a must.

TAURUS

April 21 – May 20

It’s a time to nurture those

you love. You may also feel

a need to have a place of your

own. Money may be spent on

entertaining at home, with

some DIY thrown in for good

measure. Just avoid the usual

tendency to overdo. Don’t

overspend and don’t promise

more than you can deliver.

GEMINI

May 21 – June 21

If you’ve anything to announce

to the world, do it now. You’re

in the mood to tell it like it is.

Insights come out of the blue,

so dream big. At the same

time, collaborate your way

towards success. Just be

sure to give everyone equal

attention to avoid hurt feelings.

CANCER

June 22 – July 22

No-one has a completely

drama-free existence – we’ve

all made mistakes. Consider

“errors” of judgement as learning

tools towards wisdom and

compassion. Forgive others and

yourself – leave the old baggage

behind and keep moving

forward. There is so much

more to experience and love.

LEO

July 23 – August 22

It’s a Leo kind of month – all

fire and action. Should you find

yourself up against determined

minds, stop and listen. You can

learn from others, though, if

necessary, you can go on the

offensive. Social invitations

become easier to accept.

A curiosity might also be

satisfied by travel or romance.

VIRGO

August 23 – September 22

Early February may not go as

you would like, which could

leave you feeling uneasy. But

don’t get into a tizz. Remember

that energy follows thought:

what you think or feel is what

you get. The more positive your

thought and actions, the better.

LIBRA

September 23 – October 22

Does the past seem more

alluring than the present?

Don’t be too stuck in nostalgia;

it can shut out today’s reality. If

you’ve experienced a loss, this

is a normal stage in mourning.

But come back soon, you’re

needed in the here and now.

SCORPIO

October 23 – November 21

This is a courageous month

for Scorpios, especially when

it comes to travel and new

ventures. If prepared, you may

soon be treading more lucrative

paths. But there’s still risk

involved, so be sure to make

provision for sudden detours. If

plans are delayed, don’t let this

ruin a potentially fun month. The

best things in life are still free.

SAGITTARIUS

November 22 – December 21

It’s great to be loved, but

Sagittarians can also feel

trapped – usually when they’re

being taken for granted. In

this case, you might want

to take a leave of absence.

Right now, too, you want

the truth, and will look for

answers. What you discover

could leave you speechless.

CAPRICORN

December 22 – January 19

Who’d blame you for giving up

on love? But sometimes you

expect too much. Occasionally,

our protective mechanisms

hide vulnerabilities, but can

also shut out others. Free the

chains and you have a chance

of finding your soulmate. At

work, keep colleagues away

from private matters.

Power dates: February 14 & 21

Horoscopes