Your weekly horoscope: 31 January - 6 February 2016

31 January 2016 - 02:00 By Linda Shaw

What do the stars hold in store for you? AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 18)Yesterday you were ambitious, motivated and ready for success. Today you couldn't care less if the entire business world burst into flames. So what happened? And what does it mean for your formerly fabulous career? Don't panic. The universe is simply reminding you there are more important things than being top of the heap. So take a moment and smell the roses. Then get back to work. Renewed and re-inspired.PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20)Just when it seems as though nothing exciting is ever going to happen again - boom! If you can make it past Wednesday, you'll find yourself travelling down a completely new road. Delayed career changes and promotions will all happen at once. You'll earn more, spend more, travel more - and have more fans. Even your health has taken a turn for the better. Who could ask for anything more? You, maybe.ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 19)Your task this week is to chill - as self indulgently as possible - and let your life happen. You've been let off the hook, but it's just for a while. No point fretting about being out of control. There'll be plenty of time to get back into decision-making, high-stress mode. For now, let someone else take care of the details. There's nothing to worry about; you'll be happy with the results. You couldn't have done it better yourself.TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 20)At least half of those endless burdens have been lifted off your shoulders - but it's just for a while, so make the most of every free moment. There's a lot to cram into relatively little time. There's an overseas trip, a startling increase in your passion supplies, a gift from a generous partner or lover, and boundless, exuberant health. Work on making yourself so happy that the next minor glitch will pass by unnoticed.GEMINI (May 21 - June 20)Impulsive is good - but only when it applies to creativity and brilliant decisions. When you attack your buddies without asking yourself why, you're asking for big trouble. So order in some soft music and a massage if you don't want your lunacy to come back to haunt you. After that, if you feel you need a reward for all that restraint, prepare for some hot romance. Start the ball rolling on Thursday.CANCER (June 21 - Jul 22)A job change is on the cards. Not to mention a new approach to health. And, as you know, you do love to experiment with new health regimes. While you're at it, keep an eye on your partner's health - your expert advice may be needed. In your spare moments, watch the mailbox. You could be remembered in someone's will. Or win a prize. Save any extra cash - you'll need it later for an unexpected expense.LEO (Jul 23 - Aug 22)Who wants to work when you're in such a fabulous mood? Besides, who's got time? The invitations are piling up and fans are begging for a moment of your fascinating time. So what are you to do? The answer: indulge yourself in a feast of self-adoration. Meanwhile, if it's a romantic fling you're after, just step on the bus. And if your career's looking temporarily dodgy, try to enjoy it anyway. Change is coming sooner than you think.VIRGO (Aug 23 - Sep 22)Learning to trust again? Look around and ask yourself why that is. Could it be all that support and trust you're getting from those who love you? Now's your chance to reciprocate. This is an opportunity to redefine your sense of self, no matter what anyone else says or does. You know who you are. And you're much less interested in pleasing everyone else than you used to be. Besides, luck and good fortune are coming your way.LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 22)One of those wild flirtations could lead to a romance - if you're ready. If not, you'll probably run a mile, and kick yourself later. If you're in a creative mood, prepare to start a fabulous new project where you can throw all that pent-up passion into the discovery of your inner genius. Meanwhile, your inquisitive mind has uncovered someone's wicked secrets. The question is, do you use the information to your advantage?SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 21)It's career week - time to ask yourself how happy you are in your work. It's good if you're happy because you're about to get a push forward. If you're not happy, find a new career. Which is not nearly as difficult as it sounds. As the old cliché goes, the only thing to fear is fear itself. If it makes you feel any better, your family is behind you and your friends are cheering you on. And then there's a love affair to look forward to.SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21)For now, expect the career to stay as is. Instead, the planets are offering you a chance to sort out those nagging family dramas, and fix up your long-neglected home. You might even find a spare moment to unpack a few ancient emotional traumas and throw them away. If you're looking for love, it's right on your doorstep. For once, there's no need to go dashing off to exotic climes. This time love comes to you. But do be tactful.CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 19)You're in desperate need of the more boring things - a happy home, a safe emotional comfort zone, a sense of harmony with yourself. But don't be fooled. Inner peace is a lot harder to find than outer success - which, incidentally, comes a little later. For now, you might consider an appointment with a therapist. After all, as secretive and private as you are, you still need help occasionally. Even you need someone to talk to...

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