Thursday July 27

ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
If you intentions are being misunderstood and you want to clarify a situation, articulate your message bluntly. Tact and diplomacy could sail right over other people's heads today and honesty is almost certainly your best policy.

TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
Your first impulse may be to argue the point, but you will soon discover such an approach is an exercise in futility. Take care of problems in your own backyard and avoid meddling in the lives of others.

GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
You may be humbled when proven wrong or taught a lesson. One situation you face in the days ahead will be a test for inner strength and may highlight how you crave approval or acceptance from others.

CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
A small financial bonus or emotional legacy could come as a surprise, but will help relieve some of the burdens. The only negative today may be a tendency to leave things to chance rather than planning carefully.

LEO: (July 24 to August 23)
Moon gradually moving away from your sign allows you to take an emotional breather. Now might be a good time to distance yourself from a person who constantly needs reassurance or requires propping up.

VIRGO: (August 24 to September 23)
Your shadowy self may come through again today and while you want to be pleasant, some people just push the wrong buttons. Perhaps you should turn the other cheek and show your strength that way.

LIBRA: (September 24 to October 23)
Despite certain associates or relatives making opinionated assumptions about you, the proof will be in your achievements. If you can quietly go about your business, others will quickly get the message and leave you alone.

SCORPIO: (October 24 to November 22)
As intensity in a relationship begins to build, it may be necessary to take a backward step and regather your thoughts. Channel energy into creative ventures or those that bring the greatest sense of light-hearted satisfaction.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23 to December 22)
That warm glow of contentment may be back, making you realise how disgruntled you have been in recent times. There is a sublime difference between living from day to day and enjoying every moment of it.

CAPRICORN: (December 23 to January 20)
Self-discipline may be the key to excellent rather than mediocre outcomes. The more you put into tasks and relationships today, the greater your rewards and satisfaction levels will be. Zero in on what is really important.

AQUARIUS: (January 21 to February 19)
Your mood may be more decisive and you will focus efforts on the big picture rather than squandering time on trivial issues. People with passionate personalities may teach you a thing or two about love and romance.

PISCES: (February 20 to March 20)
People you treasure will pick up on your needs and rally round in support. Venus in a friendly position makes you a magnet for sympathy and may add lustre to your dreary social life or self-image.

YOUR DAY
Long-term decisions can be made with confidence, especially if strong building blocks have already been laid. And for those trying to create a positive impression, a little flattery certainly would not go astray. Just be sure to use powers of persuasion subtly because an obvious performance could backfire.

YOUR BIRTHDAY
Despite having recently handled a crisis or sacrificed freedom, you feel confident about the future. Your ability to accept life's challenges as valuable lessons sets you apart from others and with your world freshly shaken up a fantastic opportunity exists to explore new options.