Mission Impossible? No one can compete with an Aries once they are on a mission. Your drive, initiative and determination are incomparable once you are fired up and this year sees you firing on all cylinders. If anyone tried to tell you that your mission is impossible then they are likely to see the storm of dust as you race away. You are the regular “hare” from Aesop’s Fables and naysayers are simply not tolerated. This is particularly true in your professional life where you are likely to shine in 2013. A change of direction may be sparked this year, taking even you by surprise. Your love life may focus on one special person during March but by April you are back to focusing on your own projects. If you do need to slow down and recharge your batteries then a Lunar Eclipse in your Zodiac Sign in October can give you pause for reflection. Anyone who has read the “Hare and The Tortoise” fable knows that the impatient hare was a bit too ambitious for his own good and was beaten in the race by the slow but determined tortoise. This is a good warning for you. Try to slow down and make sure that you are on solid ground before racing off in haste. This way you will make the most of the opportunities for fresh beginnings that come your way in 2013.

Gladiator? Your animal symbol is an apt one – the Bull. You are as stubborn as a Bull, as determined as a Bull and a real gladiator on a daily basis. 2013 sees you ask what you are fighting for or against. What do you really believe in? It is difficult for the stubborn Bull to let go of the past but now is the time for you to do so. The planets are aligned in such a way that encourage you to formulate a new set of beliefs and therefore possibly a new life plan. A stubborn refusal to listen to others does not augur well this year. Rather you need to embrace the opportunities that come your way in your own manner, slowly and surely. Serious action is required in the area of marriage. If you are single then you are likely to meet someone significant. If you are already in a relationship then the time has come to make sure that your commitment is based on love and respect, not fear. April and August provide just the right atmosphere for romance and sensuality. May also sees a Solar Eclipse in your Zodiac Sign which may bring good news. Materialistic Taureans will be pleased to hear that personal income flows and you may receive a gift from a woman, or share your resources in a way that benefits your investments. While you are extra busy at work your career and job are likely to be stable unless you have personal astrological influences to the contrary. So make sure that you are fighting the good fight and you will win the day!

Pan’s Labyrinth? Are you in tune with your life purpose or are you chasing your tail? Geminis are always spoilt for choice and this year you are being challenged to focus rather than get lost in confusion. Are you familiar with labyrinths? People have long used the spiral and labyrinth designs as a symbol of their search for meaning and guidance. The labyrinth is not a maze. It is a one path design and requires only a simple walk. It is symbolic of the surrender to walking a sacred spiritual path in life. This is your challenge in 2013 – to surrender to divine guidance and to shut out distractions to your purpose. The expansive and positive planet Jupiter is in your Zodiac Sign encouraging you to put your best foot forward, spruik your wares, expand your horizons. Lucky you! Your love life is also likely to be a happy one. Whether you are single or not changes are ahead that portend well for love, particularly in May. Seasons come and go and so you may say goodbye to a loved this year, but you are on a journey of discovery that gives you wings to rise above any challenges. You may also travel abroad.

The Lives of Others? In the award-winning German film “The Lives of Others” secret Stasi officer Hauptmann Gerd Wiesler is assigned to spy on successful playwright Georg Dreyman. He spends his life watching other people’s lives. This could be the theme for you in 2013. Other people are the focus. It may seem that your own hopes, dreams and wishes are on hold but in fact you can benefit greatly by sharing the experiences, even the difficult ones, with your loved ones. 2013 sees you particularly focused on the area of marriages, treaties and contracts, particularly in June. If you are single then you may meet someone who turns your life around. If you are already married then your spouse is likely to take centre stage, whether you like it or not. It is also possible that you form partnerships of a different nature – a business agreement or a creative co-operation. If you begin to feel the need to spread your own wings and take a little of the focus back on to your own plans then you could begin this process in July when the planet Jupiter moves into your Zodiac Sign.

The Lion King? Leos are accustomed to the limelight. This is true whether you are holding court in your own small circle, or on centre stage in your profession. You are a creative and inspirational person and others bask in the sunshine of your personality. Creativity, however, has cycles. A stage production, for instance, has several stages before the Opening Night. Plans, applications for rights of the production, information nights, auditions, rehearsals, costume design and many other aspects need to be in place before the lights go up. 2013 encourages you to take a step away from centre stage and focus on your own health and wellbeing. Even the Lion King and Queen deserve a rest. It is time for you to relax, play, put your house in order and have a health check-up. You may be inspired to write, study, and create in different ways but this is more likely to be away from the limelight. Think of a book or play which needs to be written before it can be published or produced. Thinks also of the regenerative powers of rest and how small ideas can come from seeming distractions. You live to reign another day as you enjoy the process of rest and regeneration.

The King’s Speech? Recent times have been lean for most Virgos. Frugal at the best of times, you have needed all of your innate skills to sally forth. On many occasions you have held your tongue and forged ahead with matters at hand. 2013 sees a change of pace. At long last you should receive some recognition for your efforts. Rewards come in the form of work promotions or awards, new job opportunities, praise from on high and perhaps even a new and better direction. Your usual modesty and discrimination is needed to make the most of these opportunities and not take on board more than you can handle, or let the praise go to your head. You may still find that your speech is impeded in some way, that you cannot say freely what you think, but this does not matter. Your powers of concentration and your ability to learn from experience are strong this year. While your career and life direction are highlighted, your love life may sparkle a little with the opportunity for healing, romance or perhaps a shared special experience. Children may spark strong feelings, which is unusual for the typical Virgo. Avoid power struggles over children and/or creative projects and you should flourish in your career particularly in it involves teaching, travel or law.

Under the Tuscan Sun? Have you heard of this movie? The main character’s marriage dissolves and she moves out of home. This courageous woman then travels to Tuscany, buys a rundown old mansion and renovates it to its former glory. This year you have conflicting feelings in that you are restless and long for new experiences in foreign lands, but you are also well aware of your responsibilities at home. Nevertheless, if ever there was a year for you to throw caution to the wind and follow your heart when it comes to your home and family, then this is it. 2013 is your year to transform your home and change your family dynamics. Perhaps your living quarters need a revamp or your needs have changed and so must your home? Perhaps a change in your family means that you are now required to move to different quarters? It is also possible that you move to a different town, city or country. Finances are likely to be somewhat depleted and may affect your decisions. Nevertheless this is your time to face your own private and very sacred truth about where you belong. This may require some delving into past connections, particularly on your father’s side of the family. The process of discovery is a rewarding one.

A beautiful Mind? Still waters run deep and 2013 sees you showing a very conservative front in many areas of your life, but your mind is on fire. This is your year for illumination when it comes to certain projects. You have the ability to learn, teach, communicate, write…. In fact you can achieve anything that you set your mind to. 2013 is your year to avoid underhanded office, group, or neighbourhood politics. On the other hand you may be an advocate or spokesperson for others. Your financial situation flourishes this year. Your personal income is likely to improve and investments grow. You need only be careful to invest wisely rather. Avoid spending your personal income on risky ventures, or investments that seem too good to be true. You may spend a little of your earnings on self-improvement or social activities that improve your love life. A situation that has been lingering may clear in April and a Solar Eclipse in your Zodiac Sign in November brings clarity and new ideas.

It’s a Wonderful Life? Do you know this 1946 movie starring James Stewart? “It's a Wonderful Life” teaches us all a thing or two about the true meaning of life and the hold money can have on us. This is part of your lesson for 2013. The way that you handle your finances is likely to change this year. You may receive a large boost in your personal income, either an increase in your salary or a pay-out. If you are self-employed then you could receive a big boost, particularly in the second half of the year. It is possible that a partnership benefits you financially. Either way you learn a thing or two about the ebb and flow of money as well as the links that it has with emotions, self-esteem and personal values. Marriage is also a highlight in 2013. If you are in a happy marriage then you are likely to enjoy the rewards that a rich relationship can bring. If you are unhappy then you could find the courage to leave for greener pastures. If you are single then you may meet someone who is a positive influence in your life. Marriage is featured this year if you so choose.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. In 2013 you will be faced with personal choices that challenge you to seek the good, rather than the bad and the ugly. Fortunately most Capricorns possess an innate sense of decency, however; there are times (if you are honest) when you lack compassion and empathy with others. Circumstances in 2013 challenge you to find the compassion and make choices that enhance your life, not just financially. You are likely to have good health and a strong drive for material wealth, but will you also learn to balance this with love, warmth and a concern for the higher good of those involved in your professional and private life? If you do then the personal rewards are great and your life changes in ways that you would never have expected. You are powerful and able to achieve your dreams. It is also possible that you may benefit from watching the birth of something new – a relationship, child or project.

The Seventh Seal? In the 1957 Ingmar Bergman film a man seeks answers about life, death, and the existence of God as he plays chess against the Grim Reaper. As an Aquarian you are often aware of the manoeuvres required to survive in life. In fact you can often be found helping, teaching and encouraging others. This year though you are likely to become intrigued by the deeper side of life and like the character in “The Seventh Seal” seek answers about life, death and the existence of God. As a result you are likely to have moments of silent retreat. However, in contrast you also seek some light relief in the company of friends. Your social life is lively interspersed with withdrawal from others. A creative project, or activities associated with children, may also require you to retreat from your usual social pastimes. Extra responsibilities, or second thoughts, about your career path may also result from your contemplative moments. 2013 is a year of exploration and discovery with profound effects.

Singing in the Rain? This is your year to sing and sing out loud even when, or especially when, it is raining. Seek laughter and joy in 2013. You also need to find an artistic or creative outlet in your life, or if you already have a passion for something artistic then spend more time on it. A group or club may provide the impetus for changes in your life in 2013. You could benefit from joining in with other people to pursue a common goal. However, beware of the politics. The emphasis for you is on fun. If group politics surfaces then don’t things personally and move on to something more fulfilling. You may feel a little vulnerable at times this year and so you need to surround yourself with uplifting people and activities. Your family and home provide solace, support and fun times. Personal finances are a bit erratic, and you may have a change of staff at work, but your career is a positive resource this year. Enjoy your life and make the most of the opportunities that come your way.