Let the truth be told and the future unfold

Shirley Bose

Aries
March 21 - April 20

A good year in almost all aspects, as long as enough thought goes into making the right decisions, not based on emotions, but on feasibility. When physical health is priority, that automatically takes care of mental health, too, since the most basic, food, exercise and sleep are taken care of as a daily routine. Love continues to be mutually emotionally close, so do everything to maintain this close bond, not doing anything frivolous to endanger it. Business/ career is in a fast-moving karmic cycle in January, February and March when there is more new work coming in than can be handled comfortably. Stay away from ego-based issues with a colleague. Networking regularly brings positive results.

Physical and mental health
Physical health is good since you tend to be careful about diet (most times), exercise as advised, but you could do with more sleep. There's a tendency to sacrifice sleep at the altar of socialising. When the brain doesn't get the required rest then mental health suffers automatically, especially when dealing with added stress.

Love and relationships
Having found true love; it's worth doing all you can to maintain this level of understanding and intimacy. Don't risk even a mild flirtation as it won't be tolerated by your spouse/ partner.

Singles meet someone new after April, with friendship blooming almost immediately. Ideally, just get to know each other as friends first, taking it maturely as it
evolves.

Finance and career
It's important to continue networking on a regular basis since this helps drawing in more business for the company (whether employed or self-employed).

What you have to be extra careful about is choosing the right clients, those who agree to your terms and conditions (mostly), not holding up payments.

The first three months of the year are excellent for signing new clients, but this gradually settles down to a more normal pattern of business coming in. Avoid getting into a one-upmanship routine with a colleague.

Cosmic tip
Trust cautiously; but when you do, then make it total. Choose words with care. This is important especially when there are too many conflicting thoughts circling around in the mind.

Taurus
April 21 - May 20

A good year moves with life falling into place in a completely different (something more positive) way. Taureans are by and large sturdy people, having been blessed with good health, which they learn not to take for granted at different points in life. Dealing with leg pain is something that can be minimised according to what the doctor advises. Mental health is fine. Love finds singles (suddenly a surprise). Love and relationships thrive, especially with the spouse/ partner, since they believe in discussing issues as they appear. Finance and career pass through an auspicious time with an increase in income/ profits. Although January and February are slow, but circumstances make up from March.

Physical and mental health
Though Taureans love their food, but most of them have realised that overdoing anything causes problems for them finally; some just visualise food and put on pounds (so they say!). 2026 is a year of carefully and selectively consuming nutritious home cooked meals. Some may deal with leg pain or pins and needles in the legs. Don't self-medicate. Mental health is good, since Taureans are made of unyielding habits and mindsets.

Love and relationships
The relationship with your spouse/partner continues to be good since you both follow a simple solution; all and every issue is to be faced immediately and discussed with love and understanding, not bringing up the past in today's issue. Singles find love unexpectedly when not seeking it (they tend to be content with their own company). Except for June, July and August, the rest of the months are auspicious for meeting new people.

Finance and career
2026 is positive for an increase in finance. Positive months are March, April, May, August to December. Though there are delays in the first two months of the year, but this is the plan of cosmic energies. Career/ business follows the same pattern as mentioned for increased income. New business comes in regularly, with most negotiations bringing quick results. Travel for business negotiations increases between June and December.

Cosmic tip
Don't discuss issues (if any) with all and sundry. Speak, if you must, only with genuine people who care.

Gemini
May 21 - June 21

The year 2026 promises better health if you take good care about diet and sleep. Mental health remains good provided you don't discuss every small issue with a news update to all friends and family. Singles meet several new people, with there being mutual attraction with one person. The relationship with spouse/partner is loving and true, but try and not to overdiscuss the past. More than several months are auspicious for finance and business. Some have a raise in salary/ promotion. Don't waste time thinking about a project/assignment that had to be let go after negotiations. Some are asked to set up a small branch office.

Physical and mental health
There may be a tendency towards developing coughs and colds, especially at the beginning of the year and during monsoon. Cutting down on spices and deep fried foods helps energy levels increase, with sleep patterns improving. Keep mental health strong by not expending energy to smaller issues which are a part of everyone's life. Just deal with them immediately, not discussing them endlessly as this increases negative energy.

Love and relationships
2026 is a sociable year for singles where they make several new contacts out of which one becomes an extra special friend. The friendship continues, when suddenly both realise friendship has turned into love. The relationship with your spouse/partner is good. The only thing that tends to annoy the spouse/ partner is your compulsive discussions about love within the relationship, ripping every word and action till completely satisfied.

Finance and career
Financially positive months, personally and for the company/ business are January, February, May, June, September and November. Those in a family business can expect increased payment from June onwards. For employed Geminis, September onwards is positive for an increase in salary/ a promotion, or both. A potential new client turns out to be a waste of time in March and April, when after such prolonged negotiations they decide not to hire the company for their work. September and December see increased travel for business negotiations. A small branch office may have to be set up by you.

Cosmic tip
Change something you do daily to bring about a transformation; whether it is paring down obsessive habits or maintaining a healthy diet, etc.

Cancer
June 22 - July 23

The year 2026 makes you think deeply, understanding each situation, responding from a space of love and caring. Taking regular care of physical health ensures positive energy levels and the ability to think clearly. Mental health should be nurtured with making enough time for yourself and family. Learning a de-stressing method that works proves invaluable. Singles enter a marriage ‘dasha'. Those in a relationship for at least two years may decide to wait a little before deciding on when to get married. The relationship with your spouse/ partner could become difficult with hasty answers and not enough thought.

Physical and mental health
As with everything in life, physical health needs to be taken care of regularly; which means having less late nights, getting enough nightly sleep, eating home cooked nutritious food and exercising as advised. Keep the liver healthy by having a talk with your doctor, following their advice. Keep mental health strong by staying away from stressful situations, particularly if relationship based.

Love and relationships
Singles enter a marriage ‘dasha', with several proposals received by extended family. Those already in a relationship of at least two years may maintain the status quo for another year. The relationship with your spouse/ partner has to be based on complete trust and compassion, not getting into ego-based arguments that go nowhere, corroding what, at a basic level, is an excellent relationship.

Finance and career
It's a good year for those who earn overtime, but not so good for those who don't, as working long hours will be the norm. Those expecting a raise in salary finally get it, but not in the month promised. The year supports new beginnings, particularly if planning a new venture in January, May or October. Beginning a new job may be stressful initially while you learn how the organization functions. Family may be concerned (out of love) for long working hours.

Cosmic tip
Don't react; respond. Think what has been communicated, not making answers ego-based or defensive. This year is ideal for introspection.

Leo
July 24 - Aug 23

The year 2026 requires practical thought processes, not getting side-tracked into emotional thinking, to keep mental and physical health strong. In December, Leos are vulnerable to emotionally sensitive thoughts which affect the digestive system. Singles must know when to pursue the person of their dreams and when to back off if there's no reciprocation. The relationship with your spouse/ partner continues to be good, since your personality is so irresistible and loving (guard against being overly possessive). Goddess Laxmi favours Leos with abundance; but use it wisely, maintaining a workable balance between income, making regular savings and expenses. New and interesting work comes in regularly during 2026.

Physical and mental health
Leos are able to bounce back quickly from an issue that causes stress and may affect mental health, but doesn't. Several situations come up during the year that are handled promptly, keeping a calm and happy mind. Physical health is usually good, except for digestive issues, particularly in January, March, August, September and December. In December, it's more of an emotional dilemma that affects digestion.

Love and relationships
Being lucky in love is karma, as well as your loving and caring personality that attracts the right spouse/ partner. Singles may be unable to gauge the person's feelings and may decide to mentally let go due to confusing signals sent your way. It's the backing off and going your own way that pulls love towards you. January, April, May, July August and December are very auspicious for new relationships. Attachment with your spouse/ partner is as strong as ever, but keep possessiveness to a manageable degree. Two holidays are eagerly looked forward to.

Finance and career
Goddess Laxmi favours Leos. But that isn't enough. Dealing wisely with finances is equally essential to multiply what there is. Business/ career are in a good space with regular increase in earnings. Unexpected expenses in April, May and November are dealt without a dent made in savings. There's steady influx of new work coming in whether employed or self-employed.

Cosmic tip
Remember, cosmic powers have your back always, not allowing anyone or any circumstances to create major problems.

Virgo
Aug 24 - Sept 23

The year 2026 involves introspection, knowing when to pursue situations and when to let go. Physical health gradually improves as you drink enough water; exercise regularly and get proper nightly sleep. Mental health is good, as you've been blessed with caring family to whom unburdening yourself is like therapy. Singles meet someone new, but this also comes with its own issues. Those in a relationship of more than three years live through testing times, hoping the relationship steers into calmer waters. Married Virgos should be willing to let go of unimportant issues, since the most crucial point is the love between you both. 2026 is a good year for employed and self-employed Virgos. Those wanting to be self-employed let go of this idea, as work has so much more to offer. Those looking for a job can apply between January and June, being an excellent time for new beginnings.

Physical and mental health
There's gradual improvement in physical health since there's more awareness about what suits your sensitive digestive system. It's important to make daily decisions, not overdoing any one food group and completely cutting out others. Be careful about what's eaten in July, August and November. Having been blessed by God and your karmas to have a strong mind; you've successfully coped with emotional ups and downs successfully.

Love and relationships
Being introduced to someone new in January begins a whole new chapter in romance and also slight confusion about whether you are interested in living overseas at some point in life. Those in a relationship of more than three years must exercise patience, being willing to let go of the situation, or handle it with dialogue. Be especially cautious in April, July, October and November, when frayed tempers due to work related stress get the better of you. Virgos who are married should, ideally, have a placid mindset, facing the year with fortitude and a loving attitude.

Finance and career
Career/ business in 2026 has a lot to cheer about since work moves ahead as planned and new assignments flow in regularly. July is a month of slight delays, especially two projects being negotiated for over a month. Travel within the country and overseas is less, but that's fine with you, too. Some want to be self-employed, but decide to just continue with the job.

Cosmic tip
Being willing to see someone else's point of view, even if there's no agreement about it, goes a long way in maintaining diplomatic relations with people. Thinking before revealing what's on your mind also helps.

Libra
Sept 24 - Oct 22

The Tarot advises being careful and conscious about mental and physical health. Prioritise carrying all required medicines when you travel. Keep mental health in mind when dealing with a full day of work. Some have met their karmic soulmate. If in a new relationship, then this could be a year of misunderstandings. Those in love could get married this year.

Physical and mental health
Physical health may be a little up and down as the year moves ahead. Remembering to carry all medicines when travelling is important, as some may visit places that are far away from major cities. Be extra careful in January 2026, May and June. Health improves from October. Keeping good mental health has to be consciously worked towards, especially if saddled with an enormous amount of work and a micromanaging boss. Learn how to bring down stress levels with a practice that works for you.

Love and relationships
Some Librans are lucky enough to meet or have already met their karmic soulmate. This year favours those in love and want to get married (auspicious months for getting married are January 2026, May, August and December). Though quite happy, you feel a little neglected when your spouse/ partner has to undertake work related trips, as apart from the morning call, there's no other communication during the day (maybe a hurried call in the evening). June sees misunderstandings and almost ending the relationship if in a new liaison (luckily there's a reconciliation). Those in a long-term relationship are happy and content with their spouse/ partner, not allowing someone else to spoil their bond.

Finance and career
Financially 2026 is a good year for receiving a raise in salary, a promotion, or both; some may receive an ample bonus. Positive months for this are January, April and November. The year begins on a positive note with two clients being signed in January, and several more as the year progresses. Career is good, but there may be unforeseen problems in February and March. Calm yourself, don't get on the defensive, dealing with each issue as it emerges. This upsetting phase settles down soon. Both career and business have to be handled carefully and with immense patience to draw in happy and bountiful times.

Cosmic tip
Don't overthink. You can't control everything, so just let it be when not possible.

Scorpio
Oct 23 - Nov 22

In 2026, physical health can be good if there's an awareness about certain situations. For example, staying away from people with coughs and colds, only eating food you know agrees with your system and keeping blood pressure under control. Mental health can be kept balanced by not thinking obsessively. A new relationship for Scorpios makes them feel like God's special people. All goes well till their hyper possessive personality emerges. The relationship with their spouse/ partner is overall good. Self-employed Scorpios sign many new clients. Employed Scorpios can look forward to a raise in salary. There are career highs in the first quarter of the year and in the last quarter.

Physical and mental health
Physical health can be good the entire year through if Scorpios are careful about staying away from people with coughs and colds, especially in May and August. A digestion related issue in March, June and October, warrants being careful about what is eaten. Those with high blood pressure issues need to take care the entire year. Mental health can be stable if they stop thinking so obsessively about everything. Knowing when to let go is the magic solution.

Love and relationships
A Scorpio feels like the luckiest person on earth when someone they like reciprocates. They can be intensely magnetic when they feel they are not being judged, being accepted with unconditional love. All goes well till they reveal the extra possessive side of their personality. The relationship with their spouse/ partner has its highs and lows throughout the year. Be willing to discuss the issue when angry and upset at how you were treated (Scorpios can be hyper critical of how others treat them, but quite blind to their hurtful words).

Finance and career
Your canny business sense of knowing exactly who will agree to sign up with the company helps ink new deals/ assignments/ projects. Employed Scorpios can look forward to a raise in salary after March or October. A difficult client exasperates, but you deal with this diplomatically.

Career has highs in January, February, March, October, November and December. Travel appears to be slightly less, except in February, November and December.

Cosmic tip
Growth brings peace. Criticism brings unhappiness. Choose friends wisely. Your friends shape your future.

Sagittarius
Nov 23 - Dec 22

Being aware keeps you healthy both mentally and physically. Be careful while driving, or being driven by someone else to avoid a small accident. Coping mechanisms of mental health are better in 2026, as long as there's awareness 24/7 about decisions being taken. A happy and stable relationship manifests if both are on the same page, especially about finance. Those in a relationship where family isn't convinced of this being the right choice can think about having a conversation with them. Sagittarians having a business/ clients overseas make trips to those destinations often because work comes in regularly. Those offered a job overseas must think about pros and cons.

Physical and mental health
In 2026 it just depends how careful you are about your health. Be actively aware, making correct choices. For example, choose what you eat carefully when attending weddings, or where food is being mass cooked. In March be extra careful while driving. A water-borne disease in July/August may have you taking bed rest as advised. Mental health is better as long as you do not create undue stress for yourself.

Love and relationships
As with everything in life, there's a need to make efforts to keep relationships loving and communicative to live together harmoniously, even if most arguments revolve around finances. Those in a relationship where family approval is not 100% may need to have a couple of more discussions with them about this decision. July, October to December are auspicious months to initiate greater understanding with family. Singles beginning a relationship in the first half of 2026 must not rush into giving a commitment.

Finance and career
Those with business or clients overseas reveal a good income comes in regularly and offen travel to those destinations where business/ clients reside. Sagittarians who are offered a job overseas (from March onwards) must be totally sure about the decision taken finally. Business/ career for those who reside in the country is overall promising, with clients being signed on a regular basis. A family business which has been going slow, but steady, increases pace in the second half of the year. Months for income increase are January, March, April, May, July, September and October.

Cosmic tip
Accept changes as they manifest with full faith in the Higher Power.

Capricorn
Dec 23 to Jan 20

2026 promises to be a better year especially with regard to physical and mental health; though any warning that comes from the Tarot is just a reminder not to take health lightly. Some relationships seem to be on the verge of working out and some who have been in a long-term relationship quite content with how it's panning out. The relationship with your spouse/ partner has survived rocky part and emerged as very strong. Friendships have lasted a long time. Professionally this is a good year, whether employed or self-employed.

Physical and mental health
Physical health remains good for most of the year, but Tarot advises restraint in the diet since possible liver issues may manifest. Those with bone issues in the legs and feet, must follow their doctor's advice to prevent it from deteriorating.

Being aware of calorie intake when socializing also gets a warning buzz, as there may be weight issues. Mental health continues to be excellent. Continuing to maintain a sharp mind by doing crossword puzzles, playing Scrabble, or whatever interest you have is advised.

Love and relationships
2026 is the year to heal relationships, whether with family or friends. For singles there are new beginnings almost from January itself, but don't be too enthusiastic about taking this forward as the real person is quite different to your first impressions at a party. If already in a relationship, then by now it must be strong, with both enjoying a balanced equation. With your spouse/ partner it's another story altogether. The relationship may have been quite troubled in patches, but today it's a strong and solid relationship based on love and acceptance. True friends are few, with all of you cherishing the bond made quite a while ago.

Finance and career
This is a good year for income, whether employed or self-employed. Self-employed Capricorns have more work than can be managed, but it feels good to know efforts are appreciated by clients. Those who are employed can expect a raise in salary after May. Job seeking Capricorns receive 6 or 7 interview calls. Travel for work increases after February, with several meetings held overseas. 2026 is especially favourable for those in the media.

Cosmic tip
Maintain an attitude of gratitude at all times.

Aquarius
Jan 21 - Feb 19

This is the right year to take physical health seriously, making sustainable lifestyle changes which include keeping habits within limits. Mental health depends on not overthinking or trying to have a perfect life (no one has a perfect life). The year brings some home-truths to the forefront that life is never perfect and it's usually a matter of discussing issues before compromising. Couples not speaking to each other could have a reconciliation in January. Some singles are lucky to meet their potential spouse. The relationship with your spouse/ partner could do with a more tolerant attitude. Career, business and finances improve with time, as do investments and savings.

Physical and mental health
Make your perfectionist mindset work towards maintaining good health by practising a method of keeping within limits; this includes diet, alcohol intake (if you drink), exercise, keeping hydrated, sleep and smoking (if you do). Some may be prone to allergies resurfacing, coughs and colds or a general lethargy (consult the doctor about this). Mental health can remain good if you stop over thinking about how to have a ‘perfect life'.

Love and relationships
Aquarians who have undergone a messy and troublesome rift in the relationship can still salvage it with a compromise in January that works for both. Singles could meet their potential life partner after August. By wanting to have a perfect relationship, you may be too controlling with your spouse/ partner. Though you love talking about emotions, but secretly there's a fear of losing control, with the person realizing what exactly is your Achille's heel.

Finance and career
Career, finance, business is looking good, especially for those for whom 2025 wasn't as good as expected. Income increases after June. A job offer after June is tempting, so consider it carefully as it turns out to be slightly different to what was promised. Making new investments and changing present investments a little will help to draw in even greater profits.

Cosmic tip
Curb an impulsive attitude, though on the surface it seems impulsiveness isn't a part of your personality.

Pisces
Feb 20 - March 20

Pisceans are usually healthy and this year it holds true too, with only minor ailments to attend to. What's most important is, they should be feeling emotionally fulfilled to feel healthy. Mental health depends on whether they are happy or sad (fortunately, this year they are happier than last year). Those considering ending the relationship with their partner/ spouse must pause to consider the reasons why, not giving into impulsive thoughts. Singles meet a couple of people that hold their interest for a while. Career/ business enters a positive karmic cycle for finance, as income/ profits increase in a sustained manner. The second half of the year is better, though much busier than the first six months. New clients are signed, but repeat clients continue remaining with the company.

Physical and mental health
Some Pisceans tend to be secret hypochondriacs. Truth be told; Pisceans are as healthy as they are able to keep themselves, provided emotional life is happy and stress-free. There may be minor ailments like headaches (have your eyes checked), pain in the feet. Hairfall may be another issue, so check with the doctor about it. Absorbing sunlight whenever possible tops up vitamin D for healthy bones.

Love and relationships
2026 is good for relationships as long as Pisceans are willing and aware of spending time introspecting it, understanding what difference it makes to their life. Those on the verge of a break-up must pause, go for therapy and counselling first. Involving elders of both families is also ideal. Singles meet a couple of people they like after July, but get lost in finding fault and why the person is not right for them. Pisceans already in a relationship have reached a comfort level that whispers ‘this is the one for me!'

Finance and career
In 2026, career/ business receives a shot in the arm with income and profits increasing in a sustained manner. A family holiday is enjoyable even if you spend more than budgeted. Second half of the year supports new clients being signed. March, September, October and December are highlighted for new clients being signed; repeat clients continue using the company to market their products.

Cosmic tip
Live each day with purpose, being disciplined and focused about what you want to achieve that day.

The writer is a Mumbai-based tarot consultant. Catch her daily horoscope column in mid-day. You can reach her at shirley.bose@mid-day.com