As we hurtle ahead towards June - and the long-awaited countdown to summer finally beginning in earnest - there's a real sense of joie de vivre in the air for several star signs.
Ariens take much comfort in life's simple pleasures, while Geminians can start planning a weekend break.
Virgoans are very excited for the future, Scorpios are in for a productive time and Pisceans are busy making plans.
But unfortunately not everyone is having such a good time of it this week, with Leos not feeling 'with it' and Capricorns struggling with their budget.
But whatever's written in the stars, you'll certainly find something to pique your interest in below's seven-day astrological appetiser.
Look out for more detailed, daily analysis from Russell throughout the week
Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 20)
'Simple pleasures are all it takes to relax this week'
Simple pleasures of a relaxing nature will feel good for you this week, while you need to remember the faster you react, the more you are likely to gain.
You are starting to realise that you have your ways, and other people have theirs. And that's fine.
Elsewhere, it may upset an older colleague if you don’t go along with their ideas, while a team effort will prove confusing and frustrating.
Finally, your approach to a team effort will not be the same as a partner’s, and the practicalities around a community project will be an enormous challenge.
Taurus (Apr 21 - May 21)
'You can listen - but don't take it all as fact'
Continuing a family tradition will be strangely moving over the coming days.
Elsewhere, by all means listen to what you’re being told by a friend or neighbour - but don’t take their words as factual.
Meanwhile, you often take a practical view at solving problems, and you will be waiting to see what is coming - but rest assured a matter occurring both online and offline is being investigated.
You can’t do a job properly if you don’t have the right tools, and a relative or best friend is doing their utmost to persuade you against going ahead with something you are planning.
Finally, an interview, important business meeting or test situation will cause you to have butterflies in your stomach.
Gemini (May 22 - June 21)
'Try something new to get away from it all'
If you’re organising a house move or upgrading your living quarters, make sure you keep plans realistic.
From the very start of the week there will be plenty to do, and you would love to drop everything and start something afresh - but this will give you a reputation of being unreliable.
Elsewhere, start planning a weekend break. Give in to a whim to try something new or to get away from it all.
Meanwhile, you have been active, productive and busy of late, while you get the impression that your boss or a senior colleague is continually watching your performance.
Finally, your boss or someone in a powerful position will ask to have a quiet word with you.
Cancer (June 22 - July 23)
'You need to be more assertive'
A trip or visit could be problematic due to someone getting their wires crossed, while work and family commitments are even heavier than usual.
Meanwhile, you need to be more assertive and to push for what you want if you want to get ahead.
Elsewhere, social plans will fall apart, with someone using ill health as an excuse to pull out of their obligations.
You’re almost at the end of a chapter when a goal will be reached, and it’s a struggle trying to protect your personal life from the pressures of work.
Finally, someone close will ask for your advice.
Leo (July 24 - Aug 23)
'You aren't feeling with it and need to relax'
You aren’t feeling with it and would prefer to spend the coming days relaxing.
Your thoughts are all over the place and a situation you felt initially comfortable with is beginning to crumble.
You will get results faster through being honest in your answers and direct when communicating your feelings, experiences and desires.
Elsewhere, keep an eye on how much you are spending on having fun, while new plans can be set underway.
Finally, you are knee deep in activities relating to a fundraising, charity or community scheme.
Virgo (Aug 24 - Sept 23)
'You're excited about the future'
A creative project will be a great way for you to relax and have some fun this week, while information you have been waiting for will be received.
Meanwhile, you’re excited for what the future might hold and new horizons are opening up for you.
There will be rewards for a recent achievement and a sense of challenge is in the air.
Finally, your ability to put both imagination and analysis into your work is a real asset.
Libra (Sept 24 - Oct 23)
'You are sensitive to people’s needs'
Profitable agreements will be made in business and finance, while you shouldn't be fooled by first impressions.
You are sensitive to people’s needs and sympathetic to what they are going through.
Elsewhere, your boss or someone in a high position will expect you to drop everything in order to do their bidding.
Meanwhile, you’re putting thought into your relationship, while a workmate whose help you were relying on will be conspicuous by their absence.
Finally, if you were hoping for some variety to your social life, events now will give you everything you need.
Scorpio (Oct 24 - Nov 22)
'After a number of setbacks you need a victory'
Health concerns should be made a priority this week.
Elsewhere you’re busy and focused on your aims - and this should be a productive time.
You have taken on a challenge, and you need to listen to what is said in meetings or during a conversation with an important executive.
It's a good idea to put more work into honing a creative or musical skill, while you will have prepared well in advance for an interview or audition.
Finally, after suffering a number of setbacks you need a victory.
Sagittarius (Nov 23 - Dec 21)
'You regret a trivial argument with a friend'
Keep your promises! If someone is relying on you to turn up as planned, they are going to be upset if you decide to pull out of these arrangements on an impulsive whim.
You regret having got into a trivial argument with a friend this week and someone who shares some of your commitments can’t be relied on.
Elsewhere, a friend or workmate has a habit now of letting you down., while a colleague who never stops talking needs to realise how much of a distraction this can be.
Meanwhile, getting started on a new work or creative project will be an exciting challenge - and there's an opportunity to make money out of doing something creative and exciting. Grab it with both hands!
Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 20)
'Helping a relative is putting a strain on your budget'
Before acting on new plans or arrangements, check that everyone is in agreement this week.
You’ve always been careful with your money but you also like to make people happy; remember that online shopping could be a drain on your finances.
Meanwhile, helping a relative out financially is putting a strain on your own budget, and there will be benefits in a sudden twist of circumstances.
Volunteering to help get a work or social project underway will make this an interesting, motivating and rewarding time.
Finally, you were half expecting an unpredictable friend to forget about an appointment ...
Aquarius (Jan 21 - Feb 19)
'You won’t be happy with a relative’s behaviour'
You will be happy to switch off from your usual responsibilities to enjoy private interests preferably in the comfort of your home over the coming days.
Talking your worries over with someone in a position to be able to help and support you is your first step towards taking charge of your life.
Meanwhile, someone who has a big personality and can be aggressive with it will expect to take command of a group endeavour.
Elsewhere, a moral or ethical matter will cause you some concern, and you’re growing tired of listening to a workmate or neighbour’s opinionated views.
Finally, you may need to meet with senior colleagues to go over strategies for the weeks ahead - and you won’t be happy with a relative’s behaviour.
Pisces (Feb 20 - Mar 20)
'Still not sure about your new neighbour'
A neighbour or relative who is arrogant beyond belief has already caused you a lot of irritation, while you are yet to make up your mind about a new neighbour.
A home improvement project is starting to get you down, but you still need to be polite with someone who is always wanting something from you.
Elsewhere, it may be necessary to have to iron out some creases before a new business project is ready for marketing, and a family discussion will leave you in no doubt about a partner’s or housemate’s feelings.
Finally, you need to discuss your plans for the future with those who matter.
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