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IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY

The word ‘seduction’ is usually associated with romance or, perhaps, winning somebody over to a plan or project they’re unsure about. While these might be on your mind, with charming Venus accenting all forms of communication, in your birthday chart, it’s clear charm is essential to even the most ordinary of exchanges. This especially applies to convincing those who’d resist making changes that, actually, they’re appealing enough to explore with enthusiasm.

Aries March 20 – April 18

You’re by no means narrow-minded. Yet the period since early August, when your ruler Mars moved into the inquisitive Sagittarius, has broadened your horizons wonderfully, via encounters, ideas, study or, possibly, travel. If there’s anything left unexplored, do so before the 27th, when Mars’ move into practical Capricorn, ends this cycle.

Taurus April 19 – May 19

Planning ahead may be a virtue and, better yet, doing so prevents you being anxious about what’s next. While, the events triggered by the Sun’s link with fortunate Jupiter may be unsettling if not just plain surprising, rarely has there been a more promising encounter. Explore absolutely everything that arises.

Gemini May 20 – June 19

Certain individuals need to have the last word in battles. Conscious of that, you back off and let them speak. Now, however, you’re in a forthright mood, and in several situations. Important as what you say is, the insights into the minds of the individuals in question will be even more profitable.

Cancer June 20 – July 21

Now that the Sun has moved to join the fortunate Jupiter in the portion of your chart that accents the structure of your life, changes are inevitable. While you may already have planned some, the odds are good the actual circumstances in question won’t just change, but will improve, and wonderfully.

Leo July 22 – August 21

Mercury’s retrograde cycle has influenced every sign and, in turn, lead to insights. Or at least it has for those who’ve make an effort to learn from the unexpected situations it triggers. While its actual period of reverse motion is over, it’s likely that you’ll still encounter a few surprises.

Virgo August 22 – September 21

Although the Virgo New Moon took place nearly a month ago, you’re still wrestling with both the ideas that arose then and the sudden events it triggered. That’s no surprise, since it was the first of September’s two eclipses. These are about shakeups, which while unsettling, lead to worthwhile changes.

Libra September 22 – October 21

Understandably, you recently either avoided certain topics altogether or, perhaps, reshaped potentially upsetting facts to avoid dramas. However, judging by the planetary setup, everything is about to come out. Knowing that, say what needs saying now, while you can do it at your own time and in your own way.

Scorpio October 22 – November 20

It’s easy to forget that while planetary events take place on a specific date, the events, changes or shifts in mood they’re about can appear days before or, as is likely to be the case now, much later. Which means that although Mercury’s no longer retrograde, mixups are still inevitable.

Sagittarius November 21 – December 20

For ages you’ve known you’d have to do your sums, both in straightforward situations and those that involve less clear cut financial issues. On Tuesday the planet of action, Mars, moves into this portion of your chart, triggering a six-week cycle during which you’ll analyse and deal with all such matters.

Capricorn December 21 – January 19

In the past you’ve sometimes criticised others for being indecisive. Now that you’re facing crucial decisions and have no idea what to do, your perspective about those struggles is changing. What’s more, you may even adopt a method they use, which is discussing your options with those whose views you respect.

Aquarius January 20 – February 18

There’s a fine line between chatting about options and those conversations turning into a more passionate exchange. Unappealing as such verbal fisticuffs may be, it may not be until the discussion has become somewhat heated that it’s clear how you and others feel. That settled, you can make lasting decisions.

Pisces February 19 – March 19

Yet again you seem to be caught in the conflict between everyday realities, which require the kind of compromises you dislike making, and your far more idealistic views of what’s possible. Ironically, what you learn while wrestling with those dull facts will, as events unfold, help you realise those dreams.