My weekly horoscope: Weekly guide to what the stars have in store for YOU: 17-23 February, 2024

As Venus (love) converges with mysterious Pluto, and then dynamic Mars, expect flames of passion this week.

As the heat turns up in our relationships, if things start to get too hot, we can access the coolness to calm them. Perfect!

ARIES 

March 21 – April 20

When we’re feeling pessimistic, even good news can be a source of angst. And if something positive happens, we dismiss it as a sign that something bad is about to occur. When we’re in a more optimistic frame of mind we know that life brings its ups and downs; but since we’re taking two steps forwards (and only one step back) who cares?! A pleasing gain is possible this week. You can make significant progress in your relationship world. So don’t let any minor communication setbacks bother you. This connection could be special.

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TAURUS 

April 21 – May 21

If you’ve been feeling stuck, you’ll be able to move on this week. That’s if that’s what you want to do. There’s no law that says you must. You can stay where you are if you prefer. You can even go back if you wish. Some people spend their lives trying to preserve (or recreate) the past. It makes them feel secure. But that’s not your MO. You can’t help going anywhere but forwards. And that’s what the planets are inviting you to do. Since this is an opportunity that you don’t want to miss, seize it, and look ahead, with anticipation.

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As the heat turns up in our relationships, if things start to get too hot, we can access the coolness to calm them, says Oscar Cainer (pictured)

GEMINI 

May 22 – June 22

When life presents you with problems and challenges, you do your best to deal with them. And since we live in a crazy world, sometimes this involves trying to think logically about nonsensical situations and searching for left-field solutions. This week, you have no choice but to deal with a silly scenario. Fortunately, forewarned is forearmed. You’re a smart Gemini. If you stay focused you can work this to your advantage. Rather than worrying about the whys and the wherefores, just do what you think will work. It will.

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CANCER 

June 23 – July 23

There are lots of issues taking up your time and energy. But they don’t need to weigh you down this week. Like a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly, you’re in the midst of a metamorphosis. It might feel discombobulating, but that’s because you’re not quite sure what you were, or what you will become. You might even feel as if you’ve lost something. But what you’re gaining is more beneficial than you can begin to imagine. Be patient this week. And be kind to yourself. Soon, you’ll be spreading your wings, and flying high.

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LEO 

July 24 – August 23

There’s an ancient fable about a mouse who removed a thorn from an elephant’s foot. The elephant, of course, never forgot the kind deed. I mention it, because this week, you’re going to be rewarded for a similar act of kindness. A while ago, despite being in a vulnerable situation, you went out of your way to help someone. And they haven’t forgotten. So don’t be surprised when you’re invited to take part in a pleasingly profitable activity, or to share a pleasurable experience. It’s payback time, in the nicest possible way.

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VIRGO 

August 24 – September 23

Why does life have to be challenging? Why can’t we just cruise along, gliding through the waves that come our way? Although that might sound ideal, we need those downs as well as those ups. Like day and night, both are essential. If we just floated through life, we’d never bother to improve ourselves and change. You’ve been through some rough seas recently. But this week, you’ll realise how valuable those challenging experiences have been. Put up your sail, catch the wind… and let it carry you to a rewarding destination.

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LIBRA 

September 24 – October 23

We’re all connected by invisible threads. Your connections don’t just link you to the people you know: they reach across oceans uniting you to people in faraway lands. Of course, it’s hard to remember this as we’re going about our lives. We think our life experiences happen in isolation. We don’t consider that our actions (even our thoughts) impact other folk. But they do. Your connections can serve you well this week. By trusting in their existence, and thinking beyond your own needs, you’ll find encouragement and support.

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SCORPIO 

October 24 – November 22

Is this week going to be better or worse than last week? Neither! But with Pluto taking centre stage, it’s going to be more intense. Which is good if you like intensity. And not so good if you don’t. Fortunately, since Pluto rules your sign, you rather enjoy dramas. If the truth be told, you don’t even mind having to rise to challenges. You might say that you like a simple, easy life (and you might mean it). But on a deep level, you appreciate that the more intense it gets, the more you grow. This week’s intensity brings lots to enjoy.

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As Venus (pictured), the planet of love, converges with mysterious Pluto, and then dynamic Mars, expect flames of passion this week, says Oscar

SAGITTARIUS 

November 23 – December 21

It’s not like you’re looking for a series of miracles. One would do. It doesn’t even need to be particularly spectacular. Actually, a few serendipitous moments would do the trick. So, you’ll be pleased to hear that this week’s celestial climate encourages you to believe in the unbelievable. There are ways to deal with the challenges you face. No matter how improbably difficult they seem you’ll realise you’ve got the skills and talents to cope. You don’t need a miracle. You just need to believe in your own resourcefulness.

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CAPRICORN 

December 22 – January 20

After being put to the test, and stretched to the max, it’s going to take a while to restore your energy levels. No wonder it feels like an effort to deal with anything, no matter how small: your resources are drained. But a change is in the air. Now that power planet Mars has ended its stay in your sign, the intensity levels have turned several notches down. Like someone flush with adrenaline, you’re still anticipating trouble and pressure. When this week offers chances to relax and recover, take them. They’re well deserved.

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AQUARIUS 

January 21 – February 19

The link between power and responsibility is fascinating. We often have to be reminded of the importance of recognising the extent of our power; and to think carefully about its impact on those around us. Generally, people tend to underestimate their strengths. But you’re an Aquarian. That’s not your usual mindset. Yet you’ve been judging yourself harshly. Which has led to a misplaced view of your position. You’re seeing yourself as less influential than you are. Take heart. With Mars in your sign, you could hardly be more powerful.

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PISCES 

February 20 – March 20

Like everyone here on planet Earth, you like to think you know what you’re doing. You worry when you think you don’t. Yet our instincts often have a better grasp of what’s going on than our intellect. They definitely deserve to be equally involved in any decision-making. Some people don’t trust theirs. Other folk let them run the whole show. As with most things in life, it’s about finding the right balance. And you can do that. This week, you’re being blessed with insight and clarity. Working with both of them, you can create magic.

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