Russell Grant with your daily readings

Aries (Mar21/Apr20) A moody relative is spoiling your fun. You’re tired of stopping to console them every few minutes. As far as you’re concerned, these emotional outbursts are just ploys for attention. Maybe you’re right. Instead of letting your anger mount, exercise some compassion. An unexpected expense will put a dent in your budget. Finding another source of income will help make ends meet. Working on a commission basis will be more profitable than earning a flat salary. You’ll easily outperform the competition.

Taurus (Apr21/May21) Your home life is chaotic, due to an extensive repair or renovation project. Trying to cope with the inconvenience is wearing on your nerves. It would be better to stay at a friend’s place until the job is finished. If that’s not an option, relocate. Moving to another neighbourhood will be unexpectedly challenging. You’ve grown to identify with your community. Don’t insist on living in a particular area. Keeping an open mind will allow you to find an abode that is perfect for your present needs.

Gemini (May22/Jun21) A heated exchange on social media has left you drained. Let this be a lesson about what you share in a public forum. You’ve always had friends from different walks of life. It’s easy to offend someone with a silly joke. Practice diplomacy. A bureaucratic institution will deny an application. This is a tremendous disappointment. Instead of dwelling on the injustice of the situation, turn your attention to a more rewarding pursuit. Embarking on a fitness regime will be a great channel for your frustrations.

Cancer (Jun22/Jul23) Unexpected expenses are mounting. There’s no reason to panic; this is just the ebb and flow of finance. Continue to pay your bills with gratitude, knowing that the money you send out will soon return. The fastest way to cultivate wealth is by feeling prosperous. A friend will leave your social circle quite suddenly. There’s nothing you can do to change their mind. Respect their decision. You can’t force affection. Continue to spend time with the people you love, hoping this misunderstanding will quickly blow over.

Leo (Jul24/Aug23) You’re very angry at a relative who keeps meddling with your personal life. You have every right to your privacy. Continue to guard it with the ferocity of a lion. Once this family member learns to respect your boundaries, your relationship will improve. Someone at your place of work could leave their post quite suddenly. Their absence will make things more difficult. Until someone takes their place, everyone will feel rudderless. You might be the best person to fill the void.

Virgo (Aug24/Sep23) You’re tired of being pushed into the shadows. Someone who is threatened by your reputation for telling the truth keeps pushing you aside. Instead of getting discouraged and leaving, you have remained anchored to the same place. This stubborn stance has attracted lots of admirers. Now that you have demonstrated you can’t be bullied, you can move on to greener pastures. Although you won’t be able to get a position at a traditional institution, you could find a place at a more experimental organisation.

Libra (Sep24/Oct23) It’s become too painful to remain associated with a conflicted group. You have tried to find a middle ground but it hasn’t worked. Be willing to walk away with your dignity. There is a whole life outside of this organisation that is awaiting you. You will experience a financial loss because of this defection. There are worse things that could happen. Take comfort in the knowledge that you are smart and talented. Use your gifts to build a fortune of your own.

Scorpio (Oct24/Nov22) An employer or political figure is bearing down hard. You’re tired of dealing with their prejudice. Walking away from a secure position will be difficult. After making the initial break, fear will be replaced by relief. You’ll be glad to escape this oppressive influence. Someone who is deeply entrenched in this place will break off your relationship. No matter what you do or say, you can’t make them see reason. Treat this breakup as a launching point for a happier and healthier existence.

Sagittarius (Nov23/Dec21) A legal matter will be decided against you. This setback is very painful, but nothing you can do will reverse it. The best thing you can do is to pick up the pieces and make a fresh start. Think about getting an advanced degree. It will be necessary to take a series of odd jobs to work your way through your education. Don’t despair; this will be lots more fun than you expect. When you do a job for just a the money, you can’t be emotionally affected by it.

Capricorn (Dec22/Jan20) An intimate relationship is showing signs of strain. Although the chemistry between you is powerful, you have different needs. It’s becoming harder and harder to bridge this gap. Rather than trying to force things to work, give each other some space. A bold gamble has failed. Give yourself credit for trying. It’s never easy for a cautious person like you to do something different. Despite the fact this risk didn’t pay off, it worked out well in other ways. It has made you more courageous.

Aquarius (Jan21/Feb19) Your best friend or romantic partner is being incredibly pushy. You don’t appreciate being pressured into an important decision. Get some distance from your loved one so you can hear yourself think. Resist the urge to do something perverse for shock value. Your best course is the most practical one. If that means taking a stressful job for the sake of paying the bills, so be it. Stop treating this situation like a prison sentence. Better things will come when your income starts flowing again.

Pisces (Feb20/Mar20) If you’ve been looking for a job, you must be patient. It will take time and effort to find a position that is worthy of your talent. After you send out applications and go on interviews, enjoy activities you miss when you’re busy working. A cruel person will make fun of your situation. Don’t take their unkind remarks personally. They are reflections of their own unhappiness. Everything happens for a reason. The Universe wants you to take a break from the professional realm. Respect its decision.