Horoscope: Wednesday, Apr 22

If you make an effort to be sociable today you will learn something to your benefit, something you would not have known about had you stayed at home. It will open your eyes to solutions that could make you richer and happier than before.

If you turn on the charm this weekend you will quite easily be able to persuade people you live, work and do business with to see things your way. So does that mean your way is the best way? It’s the best way for you and that’s what matters.

Someone in a position of authority is much taken by your recent efforts and may be about to offer you the chance to move up the promotion ladder. Make sure you know what they expect of you in return. It may be the price is too high.

At some stage this weekend you will realize that what you fear the most is what you have the least to feel anxious about. Next time, try not to get so worked up about issues that in the greater scheme of things are of only minor importance.

This is one of those days when you will be walking along and all of a sudden hear a street performer playing music. Suddenly your feet start to move and soon you're dancing. You find yourself boogying down the rest of the road. It won't take much to get you grooving. Once you start, it may be hard for you to stop. Go with it!

Support will come from some unlikely sources today and over the weekend. People you thought of as rivals, maybe even enemies, will rally round and make life easier for you. Which just goes to show you should never jump to conclusions.

You may be tempted to push yourself even harder than usual today but is that such a wise idea? Probably not, seeing as you are moving at close to maximum speed with maximum effort already. Pace yourself sensibly over the next 24 hours.

At some stage today you will realize that a project you have been working on is a drag on your time and a waste of your money. There can be no half measures. Drop it immediately and completely and move on to something else.

An appealing new face could appear on the scene today, Leo. This might lead to a new friendship, although this person could be charming enough to bring out your insecurities. Put these aside - you're looking great. Since your efficiency is at an all-time high, plan on taking advantage of that by dealing with some errands you've been postponing for quite some time.

A legal matter that may have been pending for a while could finally be completed today, Virgo. It's very likely to go in your favor. Therefore, if you've been sitting on a contract, agreement, or other document that needs your signature, read it carefully before you sign. You will probably get what you want out of the transaction. By the way, this is also a great day to get married!

Today's prospects should suit the dynamic, idealistic being that you are, especially right now. There will be some criticism in the air, and you won't miss an opportunity to punctuate your comments with your famous irony. Your viewpoints on corporate rigidity and conformist attitudes are well known, but today your sense of humor prevails and people listen to you with pleasure!

Friends could entice you to join them for a short day trip, perhaps to the country. This is a great day to go on such an outing, Scorpio. You've probably been working hard and need to get away for a while. Don't be surprised if there's a delay, however. You or one of your friends could be waiting to meet with someone.

Life is a lot of fun at the moment and nothing seems to faze you but don’t get so caught up in day-to-day merriment that you fail to notice that big dark cloud that has appeared on the horizon. Start thinking about what challenges might lie ahead.

The pace of life has been a bit slow of late but that will change over the next few weeks. Today though you must take things easy and conserve your physical and emotional energy. The planets suggest that good things are coming your way.

Cosmic activity in the work and wellbeing area of your chart will make it easier for you to get a grip on what needs to be done – mainly by making you realize that very little of it actually needs to be done, at least not right now.

There are so many positive influences in your chart at the moment that you can and you must go all out to change your life for the better. No matter how improbable, even outrageous, your dreams may be they will come true, IF you act now.

Try not to be too concerned with money matters and business issues today. Mars in the main financial area of your chart makes you more adventurous than usual but Neptune warns you could be duped by people who know how to play on your greed.

Either you make changes to your working routine or they will be made for you over the next few weeks. You need to get past the idea that change is something to be feared. Embrace new methods and discover how enjoyable the future can be.

You may think you are moving closer to a long-term goal but is that really the case? The planets warn you are kidding yourself about what is and is not possible, so if in doubt get a second opinion from someone you trust.