What do the stars hold in store for you? SCORPIO (Oct 23 - Nov 21)This is your week to make money and influence people - in such a way that they may never speak to you again. Ask yourself how much you care before taking any action. Then think before making any investment moves. Ignore tips from friends. Watch the love life. There's rivalry coming up as you and a friend fall in love with the same lucky recipient. No advice possible here. This is your call.SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 - Dec 21)Stop messing about and finish that project. The chance to transform your love life into something spectacular will soon spin you out of control. Go with your instincts. Truth be told, you've landed in a rut and are in desperate need of inspiration. For now, follow the path in view. Your career is still under construction, so take a chance. Any chance. Let your inner adventurer out to play.CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 19)Instead of daydreaming about what might have been, why not get on a plane and find out? Not only will you discover a new place, it's likely you'll unearth a new love. If you're not available, chain yourself to the wall if you're hoping to stay pure. Watch yourself at the weekend when the bravado starts to wane and you want to go home. By next week, you'll have a better idea of what you truly need.AQUARIUS (Jan 20 - Feb 18)Is that you turning into a capitalist all of a sudden? Good for you. Now you'll just have to cope with the guilt of "selling out" and ordering your first yacht. Try not to become totally distracted by the new love interest. Since it's probably someone from work, you might find you have an ally in new ventures. Even so, keep your focus on the big picture. You're the most important person in your life now.PISCES (Feb 19 - Mar 20)Breathe deep and close your eyes. A shiny pair of black leather boots is all you can see in the mirror. The whip twitches in your hand, and ... ha ha, gotcha. We're talking about fantasy here. No need for it to stay that way. Make a list of the more appetising delights - and make them happen. Don't think you're not powerful enough to do just that. Just decide what you want, and go get it.ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 19)A simple rule: do not spend anything you don't have, and certainly not before mid-December. What's the big deal about admitting you're occasionally broke? Who isn't? And, frankly, your career is looking dodgy now so cool it with the spending. If you've fallen in love with someone other than your lover, deal with that, too. One way or the other. Start by being kind to yourself and work from there.TAURUS (Apr 20 - May 20)Changes at home can take the pressures off that melodrama between you and the lover. So you could sit around and wait for that, or you could take a deep breath and deal with the issues right now. Either way, bear in mind that you're likely to feel more confident about your feelings by early next year. So if you'd rather stall, at least make the moments in between useful and fun. Might as well.GEMINI (May 21 - Jun 20)Making promises you can't keep is bad for business, not to mention self-esteem. So when in doubt, say "no". Focus instead on making yourself available for chance meetings with fascinating individuals. By next week, romance should become significant. Meanwhile, cool it with the risks. Your luck planet is under siege. Wait until next month before testing its gifts. This week, try discipline.CANCER (Jun 21 - Jul 22)The family is ganging up on you again. Or is it? Don't make this about us and them. Have a grown-up look at the facts. Money issues are not your problem, but the time issue is. A lthough it may not feel like it to you, your family is feeling squeezed out of your life. Have a heart. Make some time for the people who'll always be there when you need them. Even if they do irritate you sometimes .LEO (Jul 23 - Aug 22)Here's some tedious news: the budget needs an overhaul. Calm down; it's not forever. Besides, with your charm you'll doubtless get someone to hand over the extra bucks you might need. It'll be good for you to ask for help. A spot of humility is not a bad thing. By early next year, a new offer could put you back in the front seats. However, your love life needs work. Swallow your pride.VIRGO (Aug 23 - Sep 22)Love is in the air and growing stronger by the hour. Good for you. You've put a lot of effort into becoming someone loveable and relaxed, and you deserve all the goodies that go with it. If it hasn't happened yet, keep the door open. Cupid is never far away. At work, a small wobbly makes it appear as if the rules are changing without your permission. Ignore that and carry on regardless.LIBRA (Sep 23 - Oct 22)Sometimes open warfare is the healthiest way to go. If a few pans need to get tossed in the process, at least you're getting in touch with your anger. By January, you'll know whether you're in or out. Moving along, the career is taking a small dive as your concentration wanders. Try to stick to one thing at a time. And do your best to trust your own decisions. It's your greatest life lesson...