Victoria Beckham

Although she leads a glamorous life, it’s quite a well-known fact that Victoria also takes tremendous pride in her family, and in particular, her children.  This is another aspect of the Aries personality which is sometimes overlooked.

Family is always in the back of their minds, even though they pursue numerous activities. Aries indeed love and look after the welfare of their families.

Victoria can look forward to some interesting times throughout 2012 because Venus, the planet of friendship, love and financial benefits, activates her profit sector in the early part of the year.  Having the added assistance of Uranus supercharging loving Venus means she will be fulfilled in her desires, and this could happen rather suddenly in 2012. Friends will be a source of pleasure and profit for Victoria just now.

August and September, however, will be important turning points for her with David, her husband, and they must not bury their heads in their work, or their love life might suffer.

Aries

You mustn’t allow your mind to trick you into believing that caution is in some way doubt or a lack of self-confidence. Uncertainty is part and parcel of everyone’s journey at differing times, and throughout the week, you may feel as if you’re not up to the task. It’s only likely in the first few days of the week but after the 24th, emotional Moon will spur you to move forward in romance.

Taurus

By the 25th you might feel exasperated by your situation, and Mars and Uranus, notorious for mishaps, might actually cause you to stumble and fall, both figuratively and literally. Try to plan things very carefully, and don’t rush about during these transits. You may meet with obstructions, which in turn may cause you to overreact, so take your time and act in a measured way in all your dealings.

Gemini

The period of the 24th to the 26th is a perfect time to seek out financial backing for your concepts.  There are great developments in your career, and you can look forward to laying down the foundations for your ambitions.  Anyone who is in a position to assist you financially should be spoken to now, and you should also take special care with your business plan and mission statements.

Cancer

A new love affair or friendship is on the horizon from the 28th.  Venus in aspect to Uranus puts you in touch with unusual people who really stoke the fire of your passion.  Try to exercise some restraint, however, particularly up until the 25th, as Mars will also activate your sun sign, making you very impulsive and likely to do things more for shock value rather than for true inner fulfillment.

Leo

A friend or lover may need some assistance financially between the 26th and the 29th.  Sometimes money is not the solution, but rather, helping someone to help themselves.  Look at the best-case scenario for them rather than just handing money over, and teach them the skills to earn and manage money for themselves.

Virgo

Venus now challenges your sun sign, and after the 25th you had better understand some facets of your personality and the way you deal with people. Possibly some negative habits or communication traits have held you back from achieving satisfaction. These insights should be welcomed as a chance to improve yourself, and to create harmony in many different areas of your life.

Libra

Venus influences your sun sign now and will shortly make contact with Saturn. Although you’ll feel good about yourself, you will be in the company of more conservative people. Be careful how you present yourself, and don’t assume that others are going to think exactly like you. You need to scout out the territory first if you’ve been invited to a party or some other social gathering.

Scorpio

Romantic surprises are in the cards this week, with Venus and Uranus creating a unusual circumstances. The unexpected is likely to happen. Could this possibly be a workplace romance? Perhaps, but that comes with its own downside as you know. Be careful before jumping out of the pan and into the fire. Be particularly mindful of this scenario around the 28th, when the Moon also makes you highly emotional.

Sagittarius

Much of your attention this week, particularly between the 5th and the 13th, centers on changes to career plans. There are wonderful developments in your workplace that have to do with new contacts. Some time after the 16th, you experience an upswing in profits, and this could be a gift, inheritance or some lucky win. You’re also in a better position to negotiate a joint venture or a contract.

Capricorn

Your attention this week could be grabbed by some lingering issue relating to financial matters or shared resources within your family.  Resolve these problems particularly between the 26th and the 28th.  If you have been lavish in your spending and not putting aside enough money for your tax bill, this could be a big lesson for you.

Aquarius

After the 24th, the planets emphasize close relationships but you’re trying to find balance between feeling that you’re too demanding and that you simply want some fairness and harmony as part of the overall deal. If you don’t ask for something you’re never going to get it!  Older relationships are also highlighted through this cycle, but there could be a little tension or aggression as part of some negotiation or agreement.

Pisces

Around the 26th and 27th, you create a good solid basis for communication with the one you love most.  Don’t be weak in demanding fairness in a mutually supportive relationship; otherwise you’ll find the other person stepping all over you.  Posture respectfully.  You’ll have all your needs met, and the other person will also be satisfied with the outcome. You also have to create the social situations and emotional experiences that you want.

Your karma—Q&A

I am a Libra and have had quite a few family issues over the past 12 months. Do you see an end to this?

JOHN FROM TAAL

As a Libran, Saturn and Mars intensify your life this year. Things may get a little worse before they get better, and this will peak when Mars and Saturn enter a conjunction just after Aug. 25. At this time, things will come to a head, so you should regard this as positive. Bury the hatchet and start to enjoy your family relationships in the way God meant them to be enjoyed.

Dadhichi is director of www.astrology.com.au. E-mail [email protected].