What the stars have in store for you in August By Linda Shaw

Virgo
23 August – 22 September
Work is going well, money’s coming in and your personal life is flourishing. But don’t make a single decision before the 8th.
Your message:The moment you take love for granted, it begins to die.

Libra
23 September – 22 October
It’s a happy, prosperous month. Say ‘yes’ to all the exciting invitations, make new friends, make more money and have a good time.
Your message: That which you resist, persists.

Scorpio
23 October – 21 November
The career isn’t going well and relationships are touchy. There is enough activity to keep you occupied until the 24th. After that, you’ll know what to do.
Your message: Of course, there are things you don’t yet have.

Sagittarius
22 November – 21 December
Some moneymaking options are coming your way. Check them out, but stay flexible. Say ‘yes’ to travel after the 8th.
Your message: Having a good time should be your number one priority.

Capricorn
22 December – 19 January
Cupid is after you and his arrows have never flown straighter. But don’t be confused by the love tests before the 8th.
Your message: No matter how fast or slow the journey, we get where we’re going in the end.

Aquarius
20 January – 18 February
Great things are in store for the courageous, so resist the impulse to run. Get your life in order and follow your heart.
Your message: Once you accept yourself, everyone else will accept you too.

Pisces
19 February – 20 March
Travel and adventure are on the cards. If you’re single, add a foreign fling to your list. If you’re not, watch closely as love takes on a new sparkle.
Your message: Let others know you exist and what you do.

Aries
21 March – 19 April
These are interesting times – there’s a potential new relationship, as well as feelings of generosity and an inability to fail.
Your message: The inner you is loving, generous and patient.

Taurus
20 April – 20 May
This month’s planets are promising one thing and delivering another. Take a break after the 8th to regroup and rethink.
Your message: The best way to deal with other people, is to let them be other people.

Gemini
21 May – 20 June
Your money is fine. Better than fine, actually. Love has plans of its own. You’ll understand what they are after the 8th.
Your message: Your power grows in the places your consciousness flows.

Cancer
21 June – 22 July
This is your big chance – one not to be missed. Listen to your creative inner self and you’ll be sent a message about your real mission in life.
Your message: The words you use are important.

Leo
23 July – 22 August
Money: Before the 8th, take extra care and avoid signing any contracts. After that, you’re back on top, counting your goodies. Try not to spend everything at once.
Love :Use your fabulous talents to create romance and magic. Before the 22nd, you’ll get what you want. After that, you’ll try harder. The trick? Knowing what you want in the first place.
At home: You look great, feel fantastic and are delighted enough with your life to put up with anyone’s rubbish. Not that there will be much of that. Your fans are happy to hear and obey.
Your message: Expect a miracle. Expect help. Expect it to be easy.

Marlon Wayans
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