As the Sun continues his cosmic journey through diligent hard working attention-to-detail Virgo we are reminded of the need to refine, define and accomplish, we are impelled to learn new techniques and acquire new skills, in short: be the best you can be. No coincidence that the school and college year re-starts in September. Energetic Mars, in adventurous and sometimes over-enthusiastic Sagittarius, adds plenty of drive and vision to get you motivated. Jupiter, the planet of abundance and optimism, leaves zodiacal Virgo on the 9^th after a one year stay, to be followed by the Sun on the 22^nd; Jupiter will then enter Libra and stay there until October 2017, the Sun also enters Libra but of course only stays for a month. Notice the shift of energies. Libra is concerned with balance and partnerships – balancing work and play for example; in football terms, taking notice of the cohesion in your team and your relationships with team mates. Indeed partnerships of all kinds are favoured on the 22^nd/23^rd with Venus, the planet of love and beauty, making her mark.

ARIES MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

With dare-devil Mars as your sign ruler, taking care to build a solid base from which to go boldly beyond…chart uncharted territory etc. does not come naturally. However your instincts to tackle issues head-on are somewhat curtailed with thoughtful Mercury in pragmatic Virgo and the Virgoan new moon on the 1^st. Take advantage: plan for success.

TAURUS APRIL 21 – MAY 21

Time waits for no-one but it slows down for Taureans. However, it may be later than you think – especially when it comes to making that all-important decision. In the first instance be honest with yourself, focus on your personal goals and ambitions and align them with your deepest feelings – then go for it, regardless of what is happening in the financial universe.

GEMINI MAY 22 – JUNE 21

With your ruling planet Mercury retrograde until the 22^nd it’s a good time for reviewing and refining your plans and tactics – it’s an opportunity to tune in to your deeper feelings so that after the 22^nd you can be sure that you are on the right track before you commit. There is love and romance in the Air with Venus in a favourable position.

CANCER JUNE 22 – JULY 22

The communication sector of your chart is in the spotlight for September but with Mercury retrograde early on you will need to search for the right words. The Virgo new moon on the 1^st helps you to see your situation more clearly. If you stand back you’ll see the bigger picture: trust your intuition and reap the rewards.

LEO JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

Love and the beautiful game are your main focus this month; wise old Saturn and the youthful warrior Mars take up position in a playful and creative sector of your chart. They could be sending mixed signals. Don’t be afraid to break free from a situation that you find restrictive.

VIRGO AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

Jupiter, the planet of abundance and optimism, has been in your sign for a whole year, if you have been following your heart’s desire you will have had a fulfilling time and continue to reap the rewards for a good while. If you haven’t, then it’s time for a major review – preferably before the 9^th.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

Expansive, abundant and optimistic Jupiter enters your sign on the 9^th… and luck usually follows. To take full advantage you have to be wide awake to the opportunities that are sure to come your way. How you respond to them is down to you. Venus, your ruler, is in Libra until the 24^th bringing charm and grace into your circle.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

Optimistic and expansive Jupiter arrives in the most introspective part of your chart and stays for one year. You are naturally insightful anyway and not interested in the superficial; with Jupiter in this position your powers of intuition will increase and you will be more confident about expressing your deeper feelings.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

Achieving your goals are the focus for this month. The Virgo new moon on the 1^st sets the pace to profitably push into new areas and as fortunate Jupiter, your ruling planet, moves into strategic Libra on the 9^th you recognise the value of partnerships and inclusion – two heads are better than one even if one is a donkey!

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

September brings plenty of planetary action to the travel and adventure sector of your chart. The new moon on the 1^st signals new beginnings as you prepare for a fresh and more positive phase of being and doing. Your positivity draws original and creative people into your circle.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

This month highlights innovative projects and propels exciting new people into your orbit. Clarity of purpose and an easy way with words opens new doors for you. Jupiter entering Libra on the 9^th helps you develop meaningful partnerships and increases your sense of being a team player.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

This month begins with a powerful Virgo new moon which turns your attention to relationships and team mates. Jupiter’s entry into Libra on the 9^th urges you to be more strategic, respectful of boundaries, aware of your true feelings, and focussed on outcomes – practical results become more important.