Horoscope: Friday, Dec 26

Both Saturn and the Sun move into the career area of your chart over the next 48 hours, so your working life is going to be the focus of some major developments. Whatever happens, be it “good” or be it “bad’, you’ll benefit from the changes.

The Sun in your sign promises that everything will work out for the best, no matter how much short-term aggravation you have to put up with. If you feel like taking a risk or two then do so. Chances are they will pay off in a big way.

The Sun moves into the sympathetic sign of Virgo today, marking the start of what should be one of those most creative and productive times of the year. Put any failures and disappointments you might have suffered behind you. The future is bright.

Do what feels right to you this weekend, not what feels right to other people. It does not matter that those who disagree with you wield more power, what matters is that you insist on your right to be free and independent. They can’t stop you.

Joint money matters may be a cause for concern but don’t take things too seriously. Also, don’t get angry with people who seem to want more than they probably deserve. They are not being greedy, they just want to make sure they get their fair share.

Tasks of any kind are all likely to seem like the labors of Hercules today, Cancer. Overwork and nerve strain could have you feeling a little bit under the weather today, and it might be a good idea for you to take some time alone to rest. If you can't do that, at least try to take things easy. Some unexpected changes in your community might have your neighbors' tongues wagging. Be sure to check out the facts before jumping to any conclusions.

Is it possible for one individual to change the world? Yes, it is, but it becomes so much easier if you join forces with people who share your ideals. Make the planet a better place this week by getting involved in some kind of progressive movement.

If you are minded to take a risk of some kind then now is the time. There are no guarantees, of course, but the planets indicate that the odds are very much in your favor, so stop dithering and get on with it. It’s now or never!

You should try to feel at ease today, Virgo. Remember that inner peace is a big part of your health. This can be achieved through reflection and a quiet review of where you are in life. Try not to focus too much on material things. Instead, concentrate more on your emotional state. Others are likely to feel more sensitive and weepy as well, so have them join you in this exercise.

Others can quite easily be persuaded to do what you ask of them this week, but you must make it clear what they stand to gain from helping you out. Be generous in what you offer – the planets indicate there is plenty of good stuff to go around.

Once again you are torn between the future and the past, but this time you will find ways to reconcile the two so that your dreams merge nicely with reality. Ultimately, of course, there is no future and there is no past – it’s all One.

You will be remarkably outgoing and courageous over the next few days. Aim as high as you can and don’t be surprised when you reach levels of achievement that you previously thought were beyond you. If you can imagine it you can do it.

Your intuition is operating at a very high level today, Scorpio. You tend to follow your heart by nature, so you don't always go out of your way to be logical or objective. However, more than one event could occur during the day in which it's imperative that you go with your intuition even though it defies all logic. Have a little faith and go with your gut!

The little fighter that you are makes it very difficult for you to join us in the great communal river that we're all trying to navigate, Sagittarius. You prefer to travel solo, going down your private stream as you see fit. However, these are opportune days to try joining up with others. Some events may occur to remind you of the benefits of community.

What happens next could change your life. That might sound overly dramatic but with so much cosmic activity taking place in your sign there is really nothing you cannot do. Make the next few days special, and the whole of 2018 will be special too.

Refuse to settle for second best today and make sure everyone treats you with the respect you deserve. Just because the universe seems to favor certain people more than it favors you at the moment does not mean you have to accept it.

You may be of the opinion that certain people have been getting rich at your expense. If so, you need to make it clear to them that the free ride is over. You don’t have to get heavy about it but you must sound as if you mean it.

Recent events may make it seem as if you have bitten off more than you can chew but you are not beaten yet. You may not feel confident about your prospects but if you act confident the planets might yet have a surprise for you.

It’s not like you to be overly aggressive but there is something about you at the moment that makes others pause before they say anything that might upset you. That’s good. Let everyone know that you won’t be intimidated, not now, not ever.