Your Stars for the week with Russell Grant

You want nothing more than to be alone this week. That’s probably because you’ve been so overwhelmed with work. Divest yourself of responsibilities, no matter how much it pains you to do so. Nobody will think less of you if you take a break. You may have fooled yourself into thinking that you’re indispensable. Stop taking yourself so seriously. This is a good time to focus on a lover’s needs. If you’re single, you could meet someone special this week.

Friends may call you away from an enjoyable activity and while you don’t really want to perform this public service, it’s probably the right and proper thing to do. Try not to dwell on your disappointment. There will be other opportunities to get away and have a good time. A plum position could fall into your lap. This is your big chance to make money from an artistic endeavour. Encourage a child or lover to take a risk.

It feels like your every move is being watched. Even the smallest errors feel like colossal mistakes now. Friends and lovers may not be as sympathetic as you need them to be. Your best bet is to apologise for what you’ve done, and vow to do better. Keep in mind that actions speak louder than words now. Developing a creative skill can be very fulfilling. This would be a good time to take a class or get private instruction from a respected artist.

It’s hard to have faith when the world seems to be crumbling around you. A legal decision may work against you. There is no other choice than to pay the penalty. Stop dwelling on what should have been, and start making restitution. The sooner you get this matter behind you, the easier it will be to make a fresh start. It may be necessary to move in with a relative or depend on a family member’s generosity. Don’t let pride prevent you from getting help.

Paying off a debt should be your first order of business. The longer you ignore this obligation, the more misunderstandings will occur between you and your benefactor. If you’ve borrowed money from a friend, start paying it back with interest or your relationship might never recover. You could get serious news about a female relative or neighbour. It may be necessary to run errands for this woman while she recuperates from an illness.

A partnership matter could come up to test you. You’re no longer sure if you can trust a lover or business associate. It’s possible that this person has been playing fast and loose with joint finances. If that’s the case, admit your share of the responsibility. Start taking a more active role in looking after your money. It may be necessary to sell a cherished item as a means to recoup some losses. A friend’s words of wisdom prove to be a soothing balm.

It’s time to get started on that health regimen. Quit smoking, start a diet, or begin an exercise programme. You’ll see results before the month is out. If you’re able to stick to the routine for 30 days, it will become an ingrained habit. Don’t let a preoccupation with your looks prevent you from helping a friend in need. This person has been hiding their troubles for a long time. Arrange a quiet evening together, in a place you can talk openly.

Denying yourself a creative outlet could be taking a toll on your health. Stop putting your friends’ needs before your own. Devote some time to a favourite activity like painting, writing, or weaving. You’re a lot more artistic than you think. The only way to realise your full potential is to give yourself permission to play. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that the only worthy pursuits are the ones that yield money.

Spending more time on family matters is essential to your happiness. You hate getting worked up about the past, but sometimes you have to look back in order to move forward. An old injustice has been gnawing away at you. It looks like your childhood wasn’t as idyllic as you once pretended. This week poses an opportunity to adjust the scales of justice. Trust an old friend to prop you up during this difficult time. Negotiate better benefits with your boss.

It’s time to attend to those errands that have been piling up. Catch up on your correspondence, return all of your phone calls, and weed through your in-box. This isn’t a good time to sign a legal document, as there may be some hidden clauses that will adversely affect your home life. Ask a legal professional to go over these documents, and then try to negotiate a better deal. If that’s not possible then walk away and do your own thing.

Let someone shower you with tender loving care. You’ve been sharing your resources with everybody these past two weeks; it’s time they returned the favour. It may be necessary to cancel a vacation. This is extremely frustrating, but it can’t be helped. Never fear; there will be a better opportunity to go away in August. In the meantime, take this opportunity to take a class in a subject that has always fascinated you. Sparks could fly between you and the teacher.

Asserting your needs should be the first order of business this week. You’re tired of bending over backwards for everybody else. Contrary to what you might think, your family values you for more than your financial contributions. All your relatives really want is to spend some quality time with you. Taking a romantic relationship a step further will prove rewarding. You’ll have to take an emotional gamble, but everything good in life requires risk.