Your February Horoscope

3rd Fri. Communication takes a downturn. It’s a day to shy away from voicing criticism, even if asked, unless you can couch it in the most diplomatic terms – not your strong point!

3rd Fri. Don’t haggle or hassle over money this morning or, by afternoon, interactions replay earlier-week dissatisfactions. Watch for a subtle trend of compassion or confusion entering the social arena.

3rd Fri. A domestic or work-related tiff can mar the morning. Give angry feelings time to cool down before engaging in activities that require calm and steady reflexes. Tonight, don’t go overboard in being contrite.

3rd Fri. Don’t argue in the morning over choices that could have been or in the afternoon let misguided relations throw your calm. A subtle sensitivity starts to sway your thinking and vision.

3rd Fri. Keeping lines of communication open with friends will be a challenge, especially when they share opinions that try your patience. Continue to maintain good social graces tonight.

3rd Fri. You gain power by saying what you mean and meaning what you say regarding business and ambitions. Even still, afternoon alliances and evening talks lack harmony. Be considerate.

3rd Fri. It may be a challenge to maintain your characteristic poise when faced with someone’s blunt speech or a particularly stinging criticism. Stand your ground, but diplomatically.

3rd Fri. Speak with authority if negotiating a deal with family members, as what you say has influence. Then Neptune enters Pisces, increasing your emotional, creative, spiritual and romantic nature.

3rd Fri. You may be taken aback by someone’s outspokenness this morning. Be careful not to allow yourself to be manipulated into opening up about something private by someone who shares a confidence.

3rd Fri. It might be hard to enforce routines or stick to good habits, especially if petty things bother others. You might notice a subtle swaying of your thinking process or communicative style.

3rd Fri. There’s an emphasis on being active, competitive and vigorous – sports being especially favoured – whether as active participant or observer. Those looking for romance can score more easily.

3rd Fri. Try not to be in the centre of morning barbs from a spouse or loved one. Agitation and back-talk remarks sting and cause afternoon dissatisfactions that can’t help but involve you emotionally.