Taurus April 20 - May 20

Patience is like dragging your feet through thick, sticky mud. You can see the other side, but it's taking ages to get there.

While you're wading through life this week, close your eyes every so often and imagine the feeling of accomplishment at the end of whatever journey you're on. Honestly, whatever is getting you down cannot go on forever. Take one, slow step at a time.

Gemini May 21 - June 20

Your symbol is the twins - and that's rather appropriate now, since you seem to be two people at once much of the time. One minute you're up and the next you're down, leaving loved ones and friends scratching their heads in confusion.

Let people know that you're just going with your internal flow for a moment and will be back to your old self soon.

Cancer June 21 - July 22

Something is niggling at the back of your mind, but you're not sure what it is. Have you forgotten an important appointment? Perhaps you've mislaid a document or phone number but haven't realised it yet?

Not to worry. If anything vital is missing from your life, it will make an appearance soon. Trust your ability to win.

Leo July 23 - August 22

Your ability to go the distance - to finish what you've started - will be tested this week. The good news is that you have tremendous strength, both in body and mind, and can accomplish anything you need to. A little self-confidence and a load of energy will see you through.

After all, you're a brave and beautiful lion, aren't you? So most tasks should be easy as pie!

Virgo August 23 - September 22

Waiting, watching, wondering - that's what you're mostly about this week. No wonder people think you're up to something exciting, even if you're not! Truth is, you're on the verge of an interesting change and can almost taste it.

Enjoy this feeling - it's necessary for growth. Imagine yourself as a flower bud, ready for blooming in spring.

Libra September 23 - October 22

Since your sign is all about balance, it's high time you embraced what you're really good at this week. When everything goes a little wobbly around you, be as strong and immovable as a large tree, allowing nothing - and nobody - to upset you.

A calm, collected attitude is the biggest weapon during times of distress or confusion.

Scorpio October 23 - November 21

Why shouldn't we dream big? The world is so much bigger than we realise and there's no reason you shouldn't take a healthy slice of it this week. A little imagination, creativity and happiness are ingredients for your personal success now, so scribble goals on a piece of paper or stare at clouds while you plot your future. You, alone, are in charge of your life.

Sagittarius November 22 - December 21

'Don't sweat about the small stuff.' What does this mean really - and why on earth does it apply to you? Quite simply, you're allowing little things to harass and irritate you. If your shoelaces break, you think it's the end of the world. You are that type of person.

But it's time to stop now. Laugh in the face of silly obstacles and watch them melt away like magic.

Capricorn December 22 - January 19

Have you ever watched a cat stalk its prey with patience and focus? Hold that image as you go about your business this week. You tend to get distracted along the way and end up wondering why you're tired and seem to have accomplished very little, despite your best efforts.

Find your feline self: zone in on the goal and zone out of the pointless stuff.

Aquarius January 20 - February 18

Despite your sign's reputation for being a rebel, you don't particularly enjoy rocking the boat. That's fine, but don't allow gossip or small-mindedness to go unchallenged. Stand up for what you believe in.

Make sure to do that maturely and unemotionally. Afterwards, you'll feel as tall and powerful as a skyscraper. And that's a fabulous way to feel.

Pisces February 19 - March 20

Surround yourself with pretty things this week - flowers, music, happy friends and bright clothes. You need a big boost to get you through the next few days. You will find that it's amazing how beauty - in all its shapes and colours - provides us with energy when we most need it.

Trust yourself to find peace in even the most trying times.