Horoscopes: Wednesday, May 20

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Moon in your sign provides a better understanding of what makes others tick. You respond easily to their needs and are able to offer advice that can turn lives around. Give yourself a pat on the back.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
You make demands but not in a self-serving way. The aim is to keep events ticking over so that promises, deadlines and budgets can be met. Your role as leader can make or break a project.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Team up with resourceful types to achieve dynamic outcomes. Outside influences play a major role in your day and the right lineup of players is crucial. Impeccable timing comes courtesy of the compatible Moon.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
You act on intuition rather than logically thinking things through. Lunar energy in the subliminal sector brings up subconscious
thoughts. When making important choices, your decision-making must be swift and spot-on.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Others draw strength from your adventurous spirit. Actions have a ripple effect at this time and your every move affects several different people. Ruling Mars in the activity zone drives your sense of self.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
You avoid giving into impulse. Moon in the cautious zone compels you to keep a tight rein on your purse strings, emotions and the spoken word. Taking the path of least resistance makes the most sense.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
A new phase in partnerships is both welcome and overdue. Your needs are more likely to be met and your messages listened to. In business,
romance and socially, others get to see your softer side

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
At first glance a situation seems straightforward. However, on closer scrutiny problems come to light and you feel out of your depth. Weigh up the pros and cons before accepting an offer or passing on it.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
You let fly with the truth yet nobody takes offence. Lunar energy in the genial sector shows you in a positive light and allows plenty of
leeway. Set mundane tasks aside and focus on fun.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
You refuse to negotiate on matters of principle. Moon in the sector of home and family draws attention to divisive issues that are constantly
being raised. Nothing changes until somebody breaks the impasse.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
A positive glow is cast over the area of communication. You interact with people in unusual but amicable ways and mutually beneficial
ventures can be successfully launched during this brief promising period.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
You are drawn towards rebellious people. Contrary energy causes you to challenge authority and rather than following the rules, you prefer
to break them. You believe freedom of expression is your birthright.

YOUR DAY
Opting for quality over quantity brings the best results. One expensive item or exclusive relationships delivers much more than second-rate alternatives. Those who set high standards earn the most respect.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Circumstances gradually change in the months ahead. You meet adversity head-on and look on endings as part of life's natural evolution. Getting back to your roots helps you make sense of events.