Your Stars for the week

Aquarius Jan 28 - Feb 18 You may be talking at cross purposes with a friend or relative and although you pride yourself on being objective, it might be impossible to repress your emotions with this person. They get on your nerves just by looking at you in a certain way. Resist the urge to overdo it at the gym. Gentle workouts are best now. You can't afford to incur an injury at this juncture. The kinder you are to yourself, the easier it will be to handle the challenges ahead.

PISCES FEB 19 - Mar 20

Money won't flow in as quickly as you'd like. It's probably best to cut back your spending. Prepare as many home cooked meal as possible. Rent some DVDs instead of taking trips to the cinema. Above all, steer clear of expensive pubs, clubs and restaurants. You can have just as much fun at home as you can on the social scene. If a friend asks to borrow money, refuse, and explain why. Pretending you are well off will only drive a wedge between you and a loved one.

Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19

It's difficult to project the image you'd like. It feels like circumstances are conspiring against you. An attempt to look calm, cool, and sophisticated could spectacularly backfire. If it does happen you've got to laugh at yourself. People will be much more sympathetic to you. Resist the urge to change your style as a means to impress a prospective partner. Being yourself is the best way to find romance. Putting on an act will only lead to disillusionment.

Taurus Apr 20 - May 20

All you want to do is escape from the world. Unfortunately, people continually disturb your peace. Taking the phone off the hook isn't an option. You need to be on call for your nearest and dearest. Prepare for a challenging week ahead. Be good to yourself whenever you can. Grab naps when you can, take time to enjoy meals, and luxuriate in the bathtub every evening. Small gestures like this will help you withstand the pressure that's closing in.

Gemini May 21 - June 20

Friends may not be very helpful. It may be better to hire professionals than rely on your nearest and dearest, especially if you're moving. Try not to take their apparent indifference personally. This week is making heavy demands on everyone. Some people will experience difficulty with family, others at work, and still others with romance. Your challenge is in the social arena. Contrary to how it appears, you are loved and cherished. It just may not feel like it until next week.

Cancer Jun 21 - Jul 22

It may be difficult to reach your career goals. An oppressive authority figure could be blocking you. Alternatively, someone's relative could be given a job that rightfully belongs to you. Instead of bashing your head against a brick wall, stay beneath the radar. Look for another job. This will give you a greater measure of control. Never fear; bigger and better opportunities are on the horizon. For now, you've got to maintain the status quo. It's easier to get a job when you have one.

Leo Jul 23 - Aug 22

You're eager to expand your horizons, but the opportunities just aren't coming. It may be better to bide your time than take a risk. Taking a class or getting new qualifications will open some doors that have remained closed to you. It's not enough to be passionate about a subject you need a certain level of expertise as well and while the road ahead may look daunting, it's worth taking. Don't fall victim to nagging fears or you'll feel paralysed.

Virgo Aug 23 - Sep 22

Money you expected from an inheritance, insurance payment, or refund may not arrive so find an alternative source of income. Be willing to accept a job as a short term way to pay your bills. One of your colleagues could put you in line for a better position but beware of giving too much of your power away in a relationship. Someone who wants you to radically overhaul your lifestyle isn't worth listening to try to find someone with a more balanced view.

Libra Sep 23 - Oct 22

Close relationships could get a little strained and it won't be easy for you to act independently. Demands at home and work will keep you in check. This is enormously frustrating for a free spirit like you. Whenever you are called on to do extra work, take a deep breath and try to count your blessings. This may seem like strange advice, but it will make life more bearable. After all, it's better to be in demand than unwanted.

Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21

You may be given a thankless task. In situations like these, you need to do the bare minimum and move on. Don't accept the job and then refuse to do it. Your reputation is at stake here. If you're not happy with a doctor's diagnosis, get a second opinion. It may be difficult to pinpoint the source of a mysterious ache or pain. If you're looking for work you may not get any responses to your inquiries this week, but forge forward anyway.

Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21

It seems like everybody is conspiring to stop you having a good time. You've emerged from a time of sequestered seclusion, only to find everybody else is immersed in work. This is really disappointing, but there's little you can do to change it. Solitary pleasures like reading and writing may be the only form of relaxation you can find. Although the prospect of spending all this time alone may be challenging to a sociable soul like you, it may ultimately prove rewarding.

Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19

This could be a week of emotional highs and lows. You're ready to make amends with a relative, but this person may not want to let go of their resentment. This can be really demoralising. Reach out to a female friend who knows the whole story. Her words of wisdom will help you. This isn't the best time to throw a party or lend people money. You've got to conserve your resources, even if a close associate is urging you to buy something expensive.