Pisces 19.02 - 20.03 With the moon in another water sign today (Scorpio), you should be feeling quite soulful. Take some time to look at your usual patterns and be honest with yourself . . . are they helping you or obstructing you? You may be taking on too much, so you need to discard what is merely time-consuming. By discussing your ideas with others on Thursday and Friday, you should find the energy to start a new regime.

Aries 21.03 - 20.04 Are you doing things because you want to, or because it's expected of you? Take a good look at what is motivating you and see if there is any reason to continue. Mars, your ruler, meets Venus early this week, offering you the chance to have some very positive socialising, especially if you are romantically-inclined.

There's more opportunity for socialising, but by the weekend you may need to re-think your plans.

Taurus 21.04 - 20.05 Even though you may be full of ideas for new projects, you need to find out if your plans are realistic or not, so it's important you do the groundwork first. Venus, your ruler, will give you plenty of opportunity to talk to the right people and exchange ideas before you need to commit. Getting into the rhythm of regular exercise, such as a daily walk, can help you think things through.

Gemini 21.05 - 20.06 It's time to focus on what you have been messing around with for quite a while. You may feel overwhelmed with work, especially on Tuesday, but focus on completion of your ideas, rather than jumping to yet another project. As always, balance is important, so do make sure you have time to enjoy some fun, as well. You'll feel much more capable of working hard if you have some time out.

Cancer 21.06 - 22.07 Try to get some time alone today to discover your true feelings, not what you feel others expect of you. If you have a partner, make sure you have time together from tonight till Wednesday, when being open with each other can help you clear away any misunderstandings. By Friday, positive ideas should be filling your head and, even though they may seem impossible, with a realistic attitude you can achieve everything.

Leo23.07 - 22.08 Though everything may seem to be swimming along nicely on the surface, if you've been ignoring your nearest and dearest, don't be surprised if you get an earful this week. It's great being the centre of attention, but remember there are others in your life who need some attention, as well. This is the retrograde motion of Venus, so sort it out now and by February everything should be fine.

Virgo 23.08 - 22.09 If you're a parent, you may find relationships with your offspring quite trying at the moment. Blame Venus, which is retrograde till early next month. It's giving you an opportunity to take a new look at how you relate to everyone, but especially to yourself. Now is a good time to focus on projects which need to be finalised. Don't get stressed;

get into a sensible, healthy routine.

Libra 23.09 - 21.10 One thing you hate is arguing, or being with argumentative people. You have plenty of opportunities now to face this. Do you respect yourself enough to stand by what you believe, or do you let others overwhelm your wishes? It's time to stand up for what you believe is right, even if it requires you to fight your corner. If you do this now you'll find by February you have a new status.

Scorpio 23.10 - 21.11 Fear of change can be detrimental to you, Scorpio, and with the moon in your sign today and tomorrow you need to get in touch with your deepest fears and face them. It can help you to understand yourself and what motivates you. Why not share your discoveries with someone close? By Thursday, you should feel more stable and have plenty of energy to put new plans into action.

Sagittarius 22.11 - 21.12 With Venus retrograde, you may be having some financial difficulties (so, what's new? ) Well, overspending isn't going to help, so have a good talk with yourself today and tomorrow and sort out a new way of dealing with things. With the moon in your sign from Tuesday to Thursday, you may be feeling extra stress this week, so exercise and getting out into the open air will help.

Capricorn 22.12 - 20.01 Though you may still have to be careful with your spending, slowly but surely you should begin to feel more confident and secure.

Don't overstress yourself mid-week, especially financially. Turn away from temptation, you can live without it, and you can certainly have a good life without getting into financial trouble. The moon will be going through your sign from Friday, giving you a confidence boost.