Weekly Stars October 13th 2013

Friday's Full Moon & Lunar Eclipse in Aries/Ashvini nakshatra. An impulse decision clears the decks

Libra

Your life in the tumble-drier hits a new spin cycle. Uranus, planet of upheaval, confronts potent Pluto and forces of change see you redefining your role. Choose between a cutting edge career and striving for political influence. Do you want a romantic outlaw in love or a Godfather figure who pushes you to the top? Insisting on your dream job in any event sends a signal to the universe. Signature Libran people skills smooth your way, with Friday's Lunar Eclipse clearing an emotional impasse. Stick to your financial guns and resist the urge to revisit your plans when a counter-big comes up.

Scorpio

Mercury, planet of thought, slows down and you review your choices in the light of new knowledge. You provide the details and a smart partner handles the bigger picture. A flash of inspiration is grounded in reality and the boss knows you will deliver. An unusual gift sets you apart and Thursday’s hunch on an offbeat investment proves sound.

Sagittarius

You stand out at work and demand to lead your own team. Action-packed Mars hits your chart’s summit on Tuesday and a fiery moment shows everyone how much you want it. Make sure your career prospectus is clear and don't confuse movement with action. Put yourself in the shop window and somebody notices, even when you don't see it.

Capricorn

You have stark choices and fight to find your place in the world. Extra effort gets you good value and you choose between the status quo and going out on a limb. A personal guru figure intercedes and an international flavour comes into your business. Saturn, your ruler, goes over old ground and you decide where you land on a past love affair.

Aquarius

An alternative career comes up and you revisit inspiration from the time of your last birthday. An influential figure returns to your world and you see them in a new light. Sunday’s Aquarius Moon favours doing exactly what you want to, and you put yourself across smartly. Start your own charity once you're satisfied that everyone is on the same page.

Pisces

You are in dreamy mood, even by your own high standards, and a relationship keeps you on the ball. Keep sight of your own talents before bending a knee to a pushy partner who knows it all. You may not feel lucky, but life takes shape according to your design. Tuesday’s Pisces Moon gives you an edge and your insight into motive is key.

Aries

A kindred spirit appears on your charge for freedom and at last you're not alone in the world. Diplomatic Venus keeps decorum while you tiptoe on the edge of the rules. Your career conundrum comes to a crunch and you are drawn to someone's dark charisma at work. Friday’s Aries Full Moon suits a party, and you cross the Rubicon in love.

Taurus

Your stamina and sense of direction sees everyone look to you for a lead. Experience gives you wisdom as you revisit an adventure from earlier in the year. A partner gives you assurances but keep them to their word, as quick-thinking Mercury slows down. Saturday takes you further and an early sluggish mood gives way to an epic celebration.

Gemini

Heated debate on the home front sparks as a stickler insists on the details. Work on it - your career bubble stays intact when you are both following the same script. A friend acts as go-between on Thursday as you reconcile your renegade crew with polite society. Investing in mind-food plays to your strengths and points to a future pot of gold.

Cancer

Somebody promises much but stops short of outright commitment. You are in inspiring mood and pull in business by sheer force of personality. Your safety-first instinct gives way on Friday's Lunar Eclipse as you seek more than a nine-to-five routine. Paying your dues in love reawakens old memories and you embrace a fated rendezvous.

Leo

A choice lineup of love and excitement takes you out of the usual run. Image planet Venus gives you a lift and you combine a classic look with a taste for the outre. Get family plans nailed down and tie up a deal before the weekend. Friday’s Lunar Eclipse puts you in just-do-it mood and hindsight shows a celebration that marks a turning point.

Virgo

Hero planet Mars hits your sign on Tuesday and you clear up the backlog. Keep your lines clear as you decode a mixed message from somebody close. You are the focal point for a bigger cause and a stint in a soup-kitchen earns you karmic kudos. Information gathering feeds into your decisions and a short trip away shows you something new.