Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for August 12

Aries

Romantic encounters and new social opportunities are likely. If you are in a committed relationship, romance will capture your imagination. Activities shared with your partner will be special and rewarding. Are you single? Your best friend will make some great suggestions on how to realise your dreams.

Taurus

Sometimes you can’t explain why but you feel positive, glowing and hopeful. Friends and loved ones will be surprised by this new, assertive you. You’re ready to make your own opportunities. All you have to do is detect, create and maximise ideas that help you fulfil your potential.

Gemini

It’s not always easy to talk about things that make you feel vulnerable but this would help others to understand you better. You may need to be more open about your feelings in order to keep things harmonious at home. Do yourself a favour and be honest about an embarrassing situation.

Cancer

At times it feels as if your life is moving in slow motion. Even when immediate results are promised, something will occur that causes delays and hold-ups. Don’t let little disappointments get you down. Instead, focus on all that is good in your life at this present time.

Leo

It might be a trip for business or for pleasure but either way you will get a lot of enjoyment as you travel from one place to another. It isn’t so much the destination that matters at the moment. It is the journey that you will find important.

Virgo

A job change or house move will be a part of your long-term plans. Your family needs to feel included in your plans. Keep them up to date on how things are proceeding. Their feedback will be important as you move forward.

Libra

Activities in the workplace seem to have come to a sudden halt. You may have to wait for a senior colleague’s intervention before you can get everything moving again. It won’t be until you are on your favourite websites later, that you feel less bored and more happily occupied.

Scorpio

You will enjoy taking up an offer that draws on your ability for analysis as well as your creativity. It won’t take a lot of persuasion to get a friend or experienced colleague to join you. This project will capture your imagination. Dreams can be turned to reality. All you have to do is act on them.

Sagittarius

Brush away any negative thoughts. If you keep telling yourself that you can’t succeed this will become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Try not to let anything crush your spirit. If a sullen friend frowns on your suggestions to break free from dull routines, ignore their comments and do what you want.

Capricorn

You have more time now to get on with things you want to do. It will be a relief to have fulfilled promises made that turned out to be a lot harder than you imagined. With less influence from others you can make your own decisions. You are in charge of your future. Keep it that way.

Aquarius

On hectic days like today you need to fall back on your favourite way to wind down in the evening. Whether it is going for a walk, networking online or enjoying a special interest, this will help you relax and recharge your emotional batter in readiness for whatever tomorrow might bring.

Pisces

Make a point of being aware of what your family, friends and workmates are up to. You might want to get involved in some activities and there will be benefits from being included in a group project. Share your clever ideas on how to maximise productivity in the workplace.