Future ready

AriesMarch 21 April 202025 can be a good year provided the mind is kept calm with you just dealing with work leaving oneupmanship to others just allowing work to speak for itself as no one doubts your capabilities and intelligence Physical health needs careful and weekly monitoring especially the blood pressure and cholesterol levels Relationships can be excellent if mercurial temper is kept in check Be willing to overlook small issues for the sake of peace of mind Donrsquot keep reviewing issues that happened ten years ago as your present can be so goodPhysical amp mental healthPhysical health remains good except those who are suffering from high blood pressure or cholesterol issues need to make sure medication is taken on time and regularly Do get enough sleep on a regular basis Mental health depends on how much you are willing to control a trigger temper which also gets you into unnecessary confrontations with peopleLove amp relationshipsSingles enter a karmic phase for beginning a new relationship Go easy with this keeping enthusiasm and a competitive spirit in check or the relationship may begin developing issues that arenrsquot even important February March and November send a danger signalRelationships are as good or as difficult as you make them since a hyper mindset insists you have the last word and that word can be very hurtful which is a pity since therersquos a generosity of spirit that gets ignored by youFinance amp careerThe first half of the year is good for income except April when there are too many unexpected expenses or you lose a large amount of money by making wrong investmentsUpdating working skills is a good idea as then you can apply for a slightly higher position in the organisation June is especially good for career as past achievements are recognised by the boss January February June and August are auspicious if seeking employmentCosmic tipMaintain a positive mindset to achieve much more than your formidable capabilities but donrsquot try to manipulate circumstances to bring the outcome required as the universe sees all and knows all Karmic justice prevails for each and every person and you too will receive it when the time is rightTaurusApril 21 May 20Life keeps you guessing for a while till therersquos clarity What will bring this clarity is you being patient and relaxed through all uncertain oneways ending up at a destination yoursquove always wanted for yourself Health is good but older Taureans need to take better care of bone health Those who have a tendency to upper respiratory tract issues find these episodes are lessened to quite an extentRelationships for both married and single Taureans keeps them speculating exactly where they are headed donrsquot overthink taking life in your easygoing stridePhysical amp mental healthSturdy Taureans experience overall good health but nothing disturbs that balance of mind and body like the feeling of being unappreciated Large doses of praise and hugs go a long way in keeping them healthy Older Taureans need to take better care of bone healthA positive mindset through 2025 keeps mental health strong and confident So many new beginnings can also confuse you in a good way setting the stage for major changes in lifeLove amp relationshipsChanges that throw you offguard because of their sheer magnitude makes this a year of major transformations and reslotting life into different segments especially for singles Married Taureans see a beautiful year beginning that lasts till April after which there appear to be major ups and downs which settle only by November Singles meet their karmic soulmate early on in the year and the only person you need to convince that is the right person is yourself What makes it more difficult or easier is the sheer onslaught of love and affection shown to youFinance amp careerMost Taureans are born with the ability to multiply money no doubt these are memories from a previous lifetime and this year they make three excellent investments Except for February and August the year is excellent for business people Employed Taureans might opt for an alternative career after giving the matter enough thought Others can expect a raise in salary after JuneCosmic tipBe open to changes even though you have no idea what the universe has in store for you It will only be something positiveGeminiMay 21June 21A year of selfcreated anxieties begins What needs to be remembered is not to get into a tizzy trying to set things right when all is well Therersquos no problem as long as you maintain a calm and focused mind Get enough sleep eat nutritious food to reflect inner serenity on your face Relationships continue being question marks as the mind oscillates between two people Trust is a major factor in a committed relationship to keep it strong Married Geminis enjoy being in a happy state of mind Regularly making wise investments not splurging unnecessarily goes a long way in stabilizing financesPhysical amp mental healthBe aware if gradually piling on kilos even though you donrsquot overeat mostly staying with a healthy diet and exercise routine Therersquos a low phase in March April and October when consulting a doctor about it is beneficial and how to deal with this slight downward trend in mental health Introspection and consultations with the doctor helps conclude this mindset is due to a raise in body weightLove amp relationshipsSingles are only platonic friends with two people they like equally though they are as different as chalk and cheese But whatrsquos the hurry in deciding whom you like better Itrsquos also obvious you donrsquot want to give a commitment to either Those in a pledged relationship must learn to trust unconditionally to keep the relationship steady as there is a chance of a breakup either in March July or September Married Geminis continue holding onto a happygolucky mindset enjoying togethernessFinance amp careerHaving a healthy bank balance depends on you and how finances are managed on a daily basis Separating wants from needs is the first step towards building up a corpus that increases as time goes by Sale of family property is delayed once again Selfemployed Geminis need to work harder and with focus to bag all those prestigious projects February March June July and December are excellent for business and signing new contracts assignments Employed Geminis may feel stressful karmic undercurrents wondering if their job is safeCosmic tipDonrsquot rush to sort out issues if therersquos slight rumbling in the background Waiting till therersquos clarity reveals calm wisdom and a desire to make correct decisions not ones made with anxiety as the thread pulling you in the wrong directionCancerJune 22 July 23Valuable lessons are learned as you realise what creates good health and what ensures mental health remains positive and strong Therersquos also a bitter lesson to learn about not everyone lives up to their promises but such is life Allowing relationships to evolve as they are meant to helps keep the mind calm and also accept that life doesnrsquot always go in the desired direction Itrsquos important to introspect being willing to compromise if the occasion so demands it Overall income increases as do opportunities to change the job or find employment Travel for business increases slightly since it is just as easy to conduct business negotiations via video conferencing though sometimes actual physical presence makes a differencePhysical amp mental healthHealth is good except in February April May and December these may be just minor stomach upsets Try your best not to worry about circumstances that canrsquot be changed even though you were given a lot of false promises Guard mental health by consciously not worrying or wanting to get even with someone who has let you downLove amp relationshipsSingles are introduced to someone who friends feel would be a good longterm partner spouse the only hitch is the person lives overseas and you arenrsquot enamoured with the idea of relocating abroad However therersquos nothing timebound about this friendship so let it evolve naturally Those in a confirmed monogamous relationship enjoy being together till July and then for some reason there are too many quibbling arguments and fights Acknowledge the real reason for this turnaroundMarried Cancereans would rather be diplomatic not looking for trouble where none exists so far Speak up if therersquos a time when therersquos cause for worryFinance amp careerIncome increases whether due to a raise in salary or a promotion January to July are excellent for signing new clients who increase the profit indexApril May and July are positive months if looking for a change of job or seeking employment Selfemployed Cancereans can look forward to a great year but also be prepared for slight lows in business in August and October Travel for business negotiations increases marginally especially overseas Employed Cancereans continue being the blueeyed person at work with important projects being assigned to themCosmic tipDonrsquot neglect relationships in a bid to earn more and more money Positive karma is incurred by valuing people especially familyLeoJuly 24 ndash Aug 23Overall health is better in 2025 as long basic health is taken care of and any signs the body sends arenrsquot ignored Mental health is in top shape but keep that temper under check especially since therersquos a tendency to say more than is required when angry Relationships require diplomatic handling especially when something is wrong but you donrsquot know what it is and donrsquot want to ask either Financially this is a good year even with so much extra expense that comes in Property can be sold if you want but donrsquot go out of your way to sell it consider this option when a buyer gets in touch Itrsquos a slightly difficult year for the company if employed but just do better than your best to be retained by the big bossPhysical amp mental healthKeeping blood pressure under control is important as is maintaining a healthy diet as recommended Older Leos need to monitor joint pains taking better care of bone health The Tarot gives a clean chit for mental health as you tend to vent about whatrsquos bothering you not keeping it all bottled in however be aware when anger is excessive compared to the issue at stakeLove amp relationshipsNews received or heard about is a little alarming and the only option is to wait patiently till a sensitive subject can be broached This is the time when you wish someone younger but wiser than you was around thatrsquos what you believe to give advice Proceed with utmost caution whether single married in a relationship or just considering someone as a potential longterm partner Saying as little as possible works to your advantage however difficult that may be Love life is calmer and less stressful by May Patiently work through these daysFinance amp careerA good year financially though there are bouts of extra expenses in January April through June August and September which you deal with admirably July is good for selling property especially one yoursquove bought with your own money but consider it only when several offers come in Itrsquos an up and down time for career the company with too much politics happening stay away from it and people being given the pink slip Make sure your work is exceptionally good Be extra efficientCosmic tipThere are times when maintaining silence works better than stating clearly whatrsquos on your mind Therersquos no question of being forgiven if yoursquove wisely kept silentVirgoAugust 24 September 23The most important aspect for Virgos is that health sees a turn for the better especially in daily life Try and go for a walk as often as is possible as work keeps you so busy too Mental health is good since God has gifted you a strong mind and nerves that help cope with anything Itrsquos important to spend time alone introspecting or learning a new skill like music or singing Relationships flourish provided you deal with issues in a mature manner Though there is work coming in regularly but itrsquos less than as in 2024 The company as a whole shows an upward moving profit graphPhysical amp mental healthJanuary February and March are extra busy so therersquos a need to make sure the diet remains optimum with you getting enough sleep so energy levels allow dealing with work pressures easily Digestion issues ease off and with it health improvesExercising regularly and doing meditation keeps mental health good Along with this spending time in introspection brings further clarityLove amp relationshipsThe relationship with your spouse partner is good except in MayJune September and November when there can be arguments over the tiniest issue Luckily you both manage to resolve them also realizing the futility of allowing small issues to create turmoil Fortunately the basic relationship is strong Those not married but in a relationship need to keep the relationship from falling apart at the seams which you manage to do very easilyFinance amp careerBeing naturally careful about spending habits the Virgo frugality is evident this year Employed Virgos are given to believe therersquos a raise in salary sometime in 2025 but it may not materialize this year so donrsquot be disappointed On the other hand a promotion at least in name is a pleasant surprise Those in a business have a good year except for a few months here and there when not much new work comes in which is quite normal Virgos seeking employment are in a positive timespan from January to March to be able to land a job of course you have to apply for a job firstCosmic tipRemain rooted in reality only concentrating on work to be completed You may not want to socialize much but thatrsquos alright too Consciously try to keep spiritual lessons learnt so far in mind learning from further lessons the universe wants you to masterLibra September 24 October 22A year of facing certain truths yoursquove been either ignoring or sweeping under the carpet raise their heads again forcing you to face them unflinchingly Some difficult decisions need a mind filled with clarity and knowing what is right according to karma and what might bring repercussions yoursquod rather not face So think calmly only doing what is right and just letting the rest be Someone from the past gets in touch but too much time has elapsed with you not being interested any more but at least speak pleasantly with the person Business and career move ahead seamlessly so just focus on doing the work every day as had been planned out the day beforePhysical amp mental healthLibrans with longterm lifestyle issues need to take better care of health following the doctorrsquos advice and remembering to take medication on time Dealing with family issues could be stressful so discussing issues calmly helps keep mental health on a good plane with no unnecessary ups and downs in the moodLove amp relationshipsApril October and November can be troubled months if not willing to see the other personrsquos point of view For some there are new beginnings from January itself and the relationship getting off to a good start augers well for the rest of the year Those who are facing issues with the spouse partner must do all they can to heal the rift as quickly as possible taking professional help if need be September onwards begins an auspicious time for getting married especially those who have been in a relationship for some timeFinance amp careerSelfemployed Librans may consider beginning another business in the first half of the year or diversifying the present one to cover two more aspects of it A partnership with one person though sounds good but over time there might be too many differences of opinion and the manner of conducting business Employed Librans periodically consider it to be better being selfemployed thinking up various ideas and adding more to the list but unable to decide on one Keeping all aspects in mind itrsquos better to be in a job where at least you know where itrsquos headed and whatrsquos expected of you There may be an increase in salary after MarchCosmic tipMaintain a small circle of friends valuing a private life over socializing endlessly A peaceful mind and a happy heart are invaluable alliesScorpio October 23 November 222025 is certainly better than the last year and there wonrsquot be so many shocks or difficult situations to deal with as long as you concentrate on your own work not getting involved in grapevine gossip at work then it could just spiral out of control with no way of righting it either Though health is better than the previous year digestive issues may gradually emerge forcing you to make better lifestyle changes Do get adequate sleep every night and drink enough water to remain hydrated donrsquot overdo it either Try not to get obsessed with issues dealing with them to the best of your abilityLove and relationships thrive with new beginnings for some Scorpios Financially 2025 is better for most ScorpiosPhysical amp mental healthDigestive issues may emerge due to a busy and erratic lifestyle Supplement the diet as advised by your doctor or a dietician Older Scorpios need to take care of bone healthIn many ways mental health is better than it has been in the past due to crazy work pressures which are fortunately over One way to preserve mental health is not to overthink issues as they arise which they do for every oneLove amp relationshipsScorpios already in a relationship continue to be totally under the spell of the love god and singles meet someone with whom therersquos an immediate rapport and awesome chemistry Married Scorpios are true in their love for the spouse but sometimes life and living does take a toll making them turn each other in their frustrations Be especially careful in July August September and December2025 is an auspicious year for relationships to remain grounded in love mutual respect showering each other with loving words of how precious they are to themFinance amp careerThere is an overall increase in income especially for selfemployed Scorpios that continues through the year Those seeking employment enter a positive karmic cycle from July Scorpios wanting to change their job must ensure an alternate job is in place before handing in their resignation Travel increases for those who have their own business fortunately this is something you enjoy Profits increaseCareer business is in a positive phase but be careful from April onwards being extra careful about not getting involved in petty work related politics The outcome isnrsquot petty if you are tempted to take sidesCosmic tipRule over your emotions A calm mind can deal with any situationSagittariusNovember 23 December 22Physical health requires the most basic looking after and mental health keeps you on your toes Donrsquot let small issues work you up so much and try to sort out a friendship as quickly as possible Singles need to be patient about meeting their soul mate who appears after August Couples must choose words cautiously if angry being liable to say more than they should After February 2025 a positive financial time will begin Those seeking employment can begin sending their biodata to different organizations after May Some may buy or sell a holiday home and also purchase a vehiclePhysical amp mental healthIn 2025 therersquos need to be aware of exactly what you are consuming and the quantity as there may be a tendency to pile on kilos Try not to eat junk food eating only foods that are easy to digest and lsquoliver friendlyrsquoThe past year has had its ups and downs so yoursquove learnt to cope with life changing suddenly and equally suddenly being right side up A misunderstanding with a friend may take a turn for the worse so initiate conversation about it if the friend is suddenly incommunicado or doesnrsquot accept phone callsLove amp relationshipsLove plays hidnseek till August so wait patiently if single and be extra careful about what you say to your spouse partner as a simple discussion could escalate Keep bubbling angry words under control Therersquos no need to get ego involved in a straightforward conversation or matter so take a philosophical view of life Be extra careful in May June and December to keep relationships loving and on trackFinance amp careerFrom February 2025 begins a more auspicious time for most Sagittarians especially those who are trying to get a business to move ahead a little fasterWhat you must avoid is investing in schemes that sound good but wonrsquot give assured returns in fact it may actually be a scamThose feeling financially insecure can look forward to a better time from May and if seeking employment then this is a good time to send out CVs to as many companies as you can think ofBuying a vehicle has been a consideration for a while now and after October is a good time to go aheadSagittarians who already have a second holiday home might be considering selling that and buying something elseCosmic tipIgnore advice from someone who doesnrsquot live the kind of a life you want toCapricornDecember 23 January 20Work may overwhelm sometimes but be aware itrsquos good to have too much work rather than very little This is also a compliment which reveals conscientiousness and hard work Donrsquot allow increased income or a promotion to be the only guiding force at work all that will manifest when the time is rightMaintaining good health depends on you since this is a daily ongoing process which requires will power and dedication both of which you have in plenty Learn destressing methodsThose in a troubled marriage relationship may decide to separate but wiser counsel propels them for marital counselling which helps a great deal in stabilizing the relationship Singles meet their karmic soul mate Taking the relationship to the next level is revealed for those in a committed relationshipPhysical amp mental healthPractise the most elementary rules for good health eat nutritious food exercise get enough sleep and drink adequate amounts of waterBeing aware of having inherited a genetic disease needs a total lifestyle change and guidance from a doctorHigh amounts of stress could contribute to mental health issue so learn a or several destressing methods to keep mental health strongLove amp relationshipsCapricorns wanting to separate from their spouse partner have second thoughts about it deciding to go for couplersquos therapy instead which helps steer the relationship back to firmer ground Once this is achieved they have to be careful about following the therapistrsquos advice about how to keep the relationship stable and loving Singles enter a karmic cycle of meeting their soul mate after August This relationship begins in a strange manner Those planning to take their relationship to the next level could get engagedFinance amp careerIncome increases after July and some also receive news of a promotion Selfemployed Capricorns or those who do freelance work find more work comes in regularly after March Take up even the smallest project offered as the next one will be bigger Starting a new partnership after June is still a question mark as so far yoursquove avoided partnerships Let it be if still unsureThose seeking employment finally have two job offers from which they have to decide either one of them is good enough Asking for a raise in salary is not advisable till October after which choose the time properly to approach the boss for thisCosmic tipStop overthinking as itrsquos not possible to control every aspect in life Wisdom is in knowing what can be changed and what you need to let go or just accept it as a part of lifeAquariusJanuary 21 ndash February 19The best way to deal with daily stress is to make lifestyle changes that improve life at an unseen karmic level making it easier to deal with lifersquos natural ebbs and flows Physical and mental health remain fine as long as you actively incorporate changes advised Not allowing jealousy and mistrust to get the better of you is something you should think about in a sane and practical manner Could it be you are overreacting to something which is not as it seems Other relationships family friends continue to be good2025 is a good year financially with the financial portfolio growing gradually Making regular investments every month is a good way to save moneyPhysical amp mental healthThis is an excellent year to give up any habits you know will only cause health issues later on in life Increasing your will power or your ldquowonrsquot powerrdquo is something yoursquoll be glad about Try and maintain a daily regular regime waking up early eating health improving foods exercising making time for relaxation and going to sleep at regular timingsMental health can be good or not good depending on how you put life in order maintaining discipline and praying regularlyLove amp relationshipsAquarians in a committed relationship or are married must learn to trust their spouse partner implicitly unless proved otherwise and even then talk it out instead of making hurtful comments or stonewalling January February and September could be tumultuous if care is not taken to keep the relationship on courseThe relationship with family and friends continues being mutually supportive and close A family celebration is something to look forward toFinance amp careerIncreasing the investment portfolio by investing in different schemes as well as in property works for you Financially 2025 is a good year especially for those who earn a percentage of interest coming in for clients Overall career for Aquarians enter a karmic cycle of an increase in income orand a promotion after July You donrsquot have to bring up this topic with the boss as everyone is aware and appreciates your focus and dedication towards workCosmic tipDonrsquot make impulsive decisions or jump to totally erroneous reasons when life doesnrsquot go your way or someone promises to get in touch but doesnrsquot In life nothing is written in stone Learn to move fluidly from one karmic cycle to anotherPisces February 20 March 20Whatrsquos most important for Pisceans is learning to live in the present moment not allowing past memories to colour present day issues Health is better in 2025 as long as you maintain a simple diet drink enough water and make sure to get enough sleep every nightLove and relationships could see some rough weather if issues are just swept under the carpet Talk them through finding a middle ground that works for both Those in a new relationship may focus on dissimilarities instead of the positive aspects Take the relationship one day at a time keeping lines of communication openFinancially 2025 is a good year so make regular investments A raise in salary is possible Pisceans who plan on being selfemployed at some point of time must not rush into it considering pros and cons realistically Several good projects are negotiated increasing profits for the company Travel increases marginallyPhysical amp mental healthHealth is better in 2025 as long as Pisceans take medical advice as soon as they begin feeling unwell which may be just a simple cough and cold or a stomach upset Eating easy to digest food is best for sometimes high strung Pisceans who must also remember to drink enough water during the day Remember to carry daily medication when traveling though itrsquos not that much In any case you prefer going home and sleeping in your own bed instead of in impersonal hotel roomsMental health remains good as long as you donrsquot keep dwelling on the past which is in the past Learning to live in today and the present moment proves to be invaluable in keeping mental health goodLove amp relationshipsSingles need to take the friendship slow if theyrsquove met someone new with whom they feel a connection and have lots in common However as time progresses there may be areas of disagreements so discussing them immediately is the thing to do not allowing doubts to fester and spoil it all Those in a committed relationship but not legally married may still face periods of doubt and indecisiveness Married Pisceans must be careful in March August October and November when little issues may be blown out of proportionFinance amp careerA raise in salary more business coming in for the company shows profit graph go up This trend continues till the end of the year From March 2025 regular investments can be made or rather should be made as this habit stands you in good stead over time Those wanting to be selfemployed must make careful plans staying in the job till such time they feel confident of making the same kind of money or more usually Pisceans prefer to work at a job instead of managing a business Business career is in a good phase in 2025 Travel increases marginally but that doesnrsquot matter to you since video conferencing is equally good as meeting personally Closing several deals due to negotiation skills makes you feel so goodCosmic tipLife can sometimes be a series of endings and new beginnings so just learn to trust the universe accepting whatever comes your way according to karma Consciously do what is right making ethical and wise decisions no matter what others sayThe writer is a Mumbaibased tarot consultant Catch her daily horoscope column in Midday You can reach her at shirleybosemiddaycom