Horoscope today, May 18, 2023: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes.
Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today.
♈ ARIES
March 21 to April 20
Your task today is NOT to sign up to the first fitness option that is offered to you.
Something more suitable can be right there if you do your research. In love, you can appreciate the value of patience, maybe for the first time.
So if you need to wait, you can.
But at work, adopting a do-it-now boldness gets you noticed.
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♉ TAURUS
April 21 to May 21
You may start your day with solo ambitions, but end it seeking group success.
In between, you can get the chance to develop cash-based skills you may not realise you have.
Passion confidence is rising, and as long as you stay sincere, you could warm a previously cool heart.
Luck blends two sisters’ names.
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Horoscope traits
What does your star sign mean for you?
Aries – The best and worst characteristics of the head of the zodiac
Aquarius – The traits you need to know for the air sign
Capricorn – What does this star sign mean for your personality?
Cancer – The key traits for the sign include a keen love of food
Gemini – The traits to be aware of for the sign with a symbol of twins
Leo – The best and worst characteristics of the fire sign
Libra – What does the seventh star sign mean for your personality?
Pisces – The key traits for the sign include an interest in the arts
Sagittarius – The traits you need to know for the fire sign
Scorpio – What does this star sign mean for your personality?
Taurus – The best and worst characteristics of the earth sign
Virgo – The key traits for the sign include loyalty and kindness
♊ GEMINI
May 22 to June 21
Letting your cool mask drop and showing how you really feel is a big step – but it’s the right one.
At work, you prove commitment, but also your limits, while at home you can turn back time and get a spending or moving option back on target.
Love secrets you sense have been kept too long can be shared.
But don’t rush it.
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♋ CANCER
June 22 to July 22
Some new names move from your outer circle to the centre, and you can take your pick.
There may be a love element that tempts you.
But it’s in boosting your knowledge, and building your career, that new faces can really shine, helping you become, and stay, a more challenging you.
Cash storms are easing.
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♌ LEO
July 23 to August 23
You have lots of zodiac charisma today, with the kind of physical presence that turns every head – plus one special and totally unexpected heart.
Your personal sun gifts are on display – a warm outlook, plus a unique way of talking or listening.
And being caught casually on camera can lead to a formal work offer.
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♍ VIRGO
August 24 to September 22
The moon intensifies your sense of seeking the right life path and by tonight you can feel secure in your choices.
You’re ready to push on to the next stage.
Rebel planet Uranus may add a twist to your tale that means cutting one or more ties.
But long-term, this can benefit everyone.
The luck factor leads to door “63”.
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♎ LIBRA
September 23 to October 23
So much of your true self has been hidden, but now you’re ready to share it.
The timing and approach is up to you, but you can take your lead from someone who recently returned to your life, maybe to your heart.
A moon of deep identity takes a creative skill and runs with it.
The pace feels fast at first, but is perfect for you.
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List of 12 star signs
The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below.
♏ SCORPIO
October 24 to November 22
You’re ready to push through co-operation barriers on so many levels today and your ability to process information quickly and accurately is key.
And you really try to involve everyone in your decisions.
Uranus mischief brings an unlikely supporter, who may really annoy you at first – but you share a mutual respect.
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♐ SAGITTARIUS
November 23 to December 21
Hard-working planets in your chart push you to finish projects, just maybe not exactly how you expect.
Be ready for new directions, diversions and saying yes to challenges, even ones that daunt you.
Your Mars effect is 100 per cent honesty.
At work and home this may ruffle feathers, but proves your commitment.
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♑ CAPRICORN
December 22 to January 20
As a passion partner, you see where (logically) love should go next, but you have a different idea and you’re ready to share it.
This can refresh romance.
Single? Send a signal to a quiet coffee queue person, as Venus gives your eyes powerful passion power.
A new work angle, linked to sunny colours, can be lucky.
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♒ AQUARIUS
January 21 to February 18
A home-based day as the moon and sun get on board with possible updates, from an address switch to an increase in household size.
Doubts can go as you start to see how much control you have.
In love? Listen carefully to friends but follow your heart.
Single? A nature-friendly speech can start something.
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♓ PISCES
February 19 to March 20
Perhaps you want, and need, to give a lot to the people closest to you, but it’s important to let them do the same.
Stepping back a little can help this happen.
Passion is red-hot, and can suddenly fire up where holiday plans are discussed, or pictures shared.
Partners remember, and celebrate, what connects them.
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