Horoscope: Friday, May 9

You must not allow your emotions to influence what should be a purely logical decision today. The planets indicate that if you focus on what is truly important and keep personal feelings to a minimum then your needs will be taken care of.

There is precious little you cannot do if you put your mind to it – so put your mind to it! For best results don’t do what others expect you to do, do what will have a positive and lasting impact on both your personal life and your career.

Keep your wits about you over the next 24 hours and keep believing that your money situation will improve. The approaching new moon promises that opportunities to increase your income will come your way very soon. Be ready for them.

Something of considerable value will come into your life over the next 24 hours. The only danger is you may not recognize it as such and not bother to make use of it. Keep your eyes and ears open, and make sure you are open-minded too.

You may not be the sort to worry too much about money but the Sun in the financial area of your chart warns you must not spend more than you are able to repay. Money always seem more important when you run out of the stuff!

Make a wish and watch it come true. Can it really be that easy? It can if you believe in yourself and believe that the universe wants you to be happy. Ask for what you want with an open and joyous heart. Chances are you will get it.

Someone you can usually trust seems to be giving you a slanted version of what’s been going on and you must make it your number one aim to find out the truth. If you act on misleading information the consequences could be disastrous.

A decision has to be made about a partnership or relationship matter and deep down you know there is no way you can avoid it. Wednesday’s lunar eclipse in your sign will bring matters to a head but if you use your head you’ll be okay.

This is an extremely lucky time for you and you only have to put a name to your dreams to see them come true. Okay, maybe it won’t be quite that easy but if you know what it is that you want you will find ways to get it.

As Venus, planet of harmony, moves into one of the best areas of your chart today you will be flavor of the month with just about everyone. You won’t have to work hard to charm your way into others’ good books. How can they possibly resist you?

Steer clear of people who seem to get into fights and feuds at the drop of a hat. You can do without that sort of senseless aggravation. By all means give your opinion if someone asks for it but refuse to go further than that. Avoid taking sides.

At last you are beginning to make sense of some of the things that have been happening in your life in recent months. Now that you can see there is a pattern to events you should feel less anxious about the future. It’s all part of the plan.

You may not know if a project you recently got involved with is going to work out in your favor but stick with it anyway. Like most things in life it pays to go all the way once you have started. Follow your instincts to the very end.

Worrying about things you have no way of controlling is a complete waste of time and emotional energy. What will be will be – and with the Sun now in your sign it will be amazing – so let go of your doubts and live without fear.

Cupid has fired his arrow into your heart today, Scorpio, so snuggle up with the object of your desire. You'll feel more sensual and romantic than usual. Gourmet foods and fine wines should grace your plate tonight. Realize that there may be an element of restraint that needs to get worked into the equation, but don't let this stop you from having a good time.

There is a tremendous amount of power at your disposal today, Sagittarius, and you should take care and use it wisely. This is quite a transformative period for you, and your body may be going through many changes. You have the ability to make an extremely strong impression on people today, so think before you act. This energy can manifest as an accident or something unhealthy if not used properly.

Try not to be too impatient with people who refuse to accept new ideas or who keep harking back to the past. Not everyone can be as creative or as concerned with the future as you, so make allowances and don’t waste time on petty arguments.

The Sun’s transit of the most sensitive area of your chart will show up your weak points over the next few days, which may not be a pleasant experience but in the long-term you will be grateful for it. Find ways to turn those weaknesses into strengths.

What you say may be the truth but not everyone can handle the truth, especially when it is delivered in your no-nonsense Aquarian way. Do you make allowances for other people’s sensitivities? You can if you want, but you don’t have to.

You will hear no end of sob stories over the next few days and you must ignore them all. That may sound unkind but the planets warn if you allow your generous nature to get the better of you it won’t be long before your pockets are empty.

Your ability to keep your feelings to yourself will come under severe strain over the next few days. Yes, you have a right, and maybe a duty, to challenge people who you think are being unfair but don’t go over the top about it. Stay calm.

Approach whatever you have to do today in a positive frame of mind and ignore that little voice in the back of your mind that keeps complaining that other people are not pulling their weight. Maybe they’re not, but it’s your weight that matters.