Horoscope: Wednesday, Jul 1

A problem that has been difficult to solve actually has a very simple solution and this weekend’s new moon will make it abundantly clear what that is. While you’re in such a clear-headed mood try thinking of new ways to make money.

Recent events have taught you some valuable lessons, not least of which is that you have what it takes to compete with the best. Both in your career and in your social environment you can and you must be a leader from now on.

Over the next day or two you will realize that so many of the things you have been worrying about are simply not worth the time or the effort. Once you understand that you will find it much easier to focus on what is of real importance.

You will find it easy to see the good in other people today. You will also see that if you want to create something that lasts you need to join forces with people who share your values and dreams. Together you will create a masterpiece.

Someone you meet on your travels today could become very important to you career-wise over the next few months, so be open and chatty with everyone and don’t ignore those who don’t quite look the part – because looks can be hugely deceiving.

Mentally, you're apt to do very well today, Cancer. You will find that you can tackle just about any cerebral challenge that comes along. The most difficult aspect of the day will be dealing with your emotions. More than likely, you will feel a great desire for attention. You just want to be loved. Get up on stage and say what's in your heart. This isn't a good time to harbor your feelings.

As the Sun moves into the career area of your chart over the next few days you will be even more assertive than you usually are, so watch out world! Let employers and other important people see what you are capable of – just about anything.

The Sun’s move into the career area of your chart in midweek will inspire you to begin a new chapter in your work. You have always had what it takes to reach the top but you have lacked a true vocation. You won’t lack it much longer.

You will confront a number of practical problems over the next few days, and those are exactly the sort of problems you enjoy. Virgo is rarely happier than when getting stuck into things that require a logical and hands-on approach.

The Sun’s journey through the most positive area of your chart over the next four weeks or so will do wonders for your confidence. Now at last you know what you want and now at last you have the self-belief to go after it. Happy hunting!

There is no need to be cautious over the next 48 hours but watch out you don’t go too far and leave yourself open to accusations of recklessness. If that happens the results won’t just be embarrassing, they will be financially costly as well.

All kinds of good things are possible for you know IF you have the courage to take a few chances. Above all you must overcome your fear of losing or even of being second best. No Scorpio, you can’t always be number one.

You will give without expecting anything in return over the next few days, which is nice, but don’t give too much away. If you don’t keep something back for your own needs it may not be long before you are relying on charity yourself!

If you feel the need to get away from your current environment then start making plans. But make sure that in your haste to move on you don’t go off in the wrong direction. It will be hugely embarrassing if you have to turn back.

You seem to be more relaxed about everyday matters at the moment and that’s a good sign. Too often in the past you have allowed yourself to get worked up about issues that, in the greater scheme of things, are really quite trivial. Move beyond them.

You can expect some kind of breakthrough over the next few days and it could be the kind that benefits you for years to come. Whatever you dream of achieving now is the time to make it happen. Let nothing and no-one stand in your way.

Take life as it comes today and don’t worry too much about making sense of what is going on in the world. Ultimately, everything happens for a reason and what takes place between now and the 20th, when the Sun changes signs, will prove it.

Seduction through words is your real power, Aquarius. You have a great talent for anything involving words. So you're going to be able to attract even more admirers around you today! With the current planetary energy at work, you'll surely get first prize in any contest of words. If you've been thinking about writing a love letter or a profile for a dating website, by all means, do so now!

Do your best to keep up today, Pisces. Things might move quickly. You may be raising your hand and waiting politely for someone to call on you. This is one of those days in which other people will be so concerned about themselves that they probably won't notice you at all. If you want to take your turn, you should probably just stand up and be proactive.