Astroboogie Stars August 11th 2013

Leo

Clearing out your closets makes space in your life and you are ruthless with your reshuffle. You act on an inner level and put energy into personal transformation. Dynamic Mars works best when you fight for a cause close to your heart and let others hog the limelight. Still, you have pride wrapped up in your thinking and a friend's ear gives precious distance on your thinking. Mercury, planet of communication, sparks a brainwave on Wednesday and an insoluble problem is cast in a new light. Technology gives up its secrets. Saturday sees you speaking smoothly and a full romantic production has the desired effect.

Virgo

You are feeling lazy, but it is allowed. Venus, planet of fun, inclines you to down tools and focus on the finer things. Friends play a pivotal role and you get excellent value for including diverse characters in your plans. Writing is pure therapy and time spent in private lets inspiration bubble up from below. Your generous gift on Saturday is a hit.

Libra

An international flavour takes over your career and your ambitions go global. Jupiter, planet of expansion, gives you confidence to ask for the highest and the boss is ready to give it. Ruler Venus hits your sign on Saturday and personal skills set you apart in a tussle for a job. A cool customer warms up unexpectedly to your unaffected charm.

Scorpio

Smile and accept your load, and nothing is beyond you. This is a heavy-duty period at work and at home, but the smart way is to see purpose in your mission. Your energy comes in fits and starts, but sensitivity to others lets you lead in an unorthodox style. Tuesday’s Scorpio Moon gives you an edge and you spring a bold request with confidence.

Sagittarius

You show a stubborn streak and tackle a communication backlog. Routine tasks go smoothly and using your brain saves energy. Cultivate new company and you are happy to support a cause where everybody pulls together. Friday’s Sagittarius Moon lifts you above the common run and an extra push adds enchantment to your evening.

Capricorn

A chink of light appears in a transitional time and you decide whether to stick or twist. Big-hearted Jupiter gives you a boost and you don’t have to pare everything down to a minimum. Sudden changes at home wrong-foot your rivals and you make a pitch into left-field. You smooth things over on Saturday and earn karma points with the boss.

Aquarius

Pull your financial scene together and make your vision real. Neptune, planet of idealism, gives you a rescue plan and you volunteer with no thought of personal gain. Sure, people say you are crazy, but your solid end goal is in sight. Somebody smart is on your wavelength and a shared sense of humour on Wednesday adds a precious spark.

Pisces

Powerful characters notice your talents and you make a deal based on intuition. Apply abstract knowledge to the real world and all the books you read start to make sense. Jupiter, your genial ruler, gives you a sense of ease, but this is the point to raise your sights. A sudden financial windfall comes on the back of a forward-thinking idea.

Aries

You are way out on a limb and insist on looking further ahead. Quirky Uranus sees you forging your own path, in your own style and your own time. Still, a soulmate resonates on Tuesday and you discuss the future without hedging or holding back. You love mixing at the weekend and sharing the experience grabs an opportunity that otherwise goes begging.

Taurus

Somebody stubborn gives you a run for your money on Sunday and it takes time to resolve. Let matters follow their own course. A sudden solution comes from an neutral party, exactly when you least expect. An on-and-off relationship takes a new direction and a partner that you took time to warm to proves their worth.

Gemini

Think big and smart, and spread your money around. Your practical streak presses an old item back into working order. Confusion around your career comes from assuming you can’t have what you want. Reprogram your beliefs and find ways to express your unique talent. A modern guru opens you mind with an alternative answer midweek.

Cancer

You are powerful and assured and there is nothing you can’t do. Still, opposing forces have different ideas and dig their heels in on a principle. Pluto, planet of power, likes control and you bite your lip before responding in kind. Run with your creative plans and a left-field career long promised takes a leap into the future.