By Kelli Fox
CANCER
June 22 – July 23
Mars encourages you to get your financial situation under control. Take a longer-term view, and be sure you understand the legalities and small print of your situation. It's a great time to look for a promotion at work.
Your stars. Illustration: Rocco Fazzari
LEO
July 24 – August 23
The arrival of the Sun and Mars in your sign brings a burst of enthusiasm and positivity. Don't waste this chance to dream big and set major plans in motion. Everything is working in your favour!
VIRGO
August 24 – September 23
This week marks the beginning of a short rest period. Take the opportunity to catch up on your sleep or chill out with your family. It's time to recharge your batteries, ahead of the action to come.
LIBRA
September 24 – October 22
Your leadership skills are emerging and you'll fi nd yourself in charge at work whether you like it or not! Stay calm and concentrate on bringing the best out in others, so the team can work together.
SCORPIO
October 23 – November 22
Now is the perfect time to look for a better job. You're very aware of your own abilities and you're able to promote yourself confidently, without sounding arrogant. Go for it – and good luck!
SAGITTARIUS
November 23 – December 22
Bored? Mars gives you permission to ring the changes and seek out exciting new places, faces and experiences. Ditch your old routines for spontaneous ideas. Your best plan is simply to not have a plan!
CAPRICORN
December 23 – January 20
Mars wants you to work on yourself: breaking a bad habit, perhaps, or setting up a good one. Figure out what needs to change in your life and how you can make that happen. A very can-do vibe surrounds you.
AQUARIUS
January 21 – February 20
With Mars is in your love zone, it potentially sets up the sort of hot and spicy liaisons that are sure to put a spring in your step. Be aware, however, that passion and anger are two sides of the same coin. Tempers may well flare.
PISCES
February 21 – March 20
During this exceptionally busy week, try to remember to breathe! You are driven to perfectionism, but that means you're making everything harder than it need be. Try to acknowledge when good enough will indeed be good enough.
ARIES
March 21 – April 20
Indulge your inner child and ask yourself what makes you smile and brings you joy. Do more of that and less of what makes you frown. No matter what your circumstances, make choices that bring more fun into your life.
TAURUS
April 21 – May 20
You can be extremely dogmatic in your views, so try to listen hard to other opinions. In the home, especially, someone else has something valuable to say. Ignoring their input would be particularly unwise.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 21
You're determined to have your say, and that's a good thing. Think about how you phrase things, however, and use your communication skills to soften the blow. Find ways of getting your point across without upset or drama.