Horoscope 2019: What the year has planned for you

Be your own brand ambassadorAriesMarch 20 ndash April 19IllustrationsUday MohiteThis year is focussed on work and travel Till March 2019 you could wonder ldquoWhose life am I leading Is it really mine or am I just borrowing itrdquo Post March the hurricane will ebb and you will start finding your feet at work and home Some of you will change careers or start working from home Some of you will be looking for a new home or even redecorating your current one Take responsibility for issues that surround you and begin to address them You will be able to reach a new level of spiritual health too this yearCareer Mark May and June as the months when you will shine at work Donrsquot be afraid to be your own brand ambassador This year may see a lot of Arians turn into entrepreneurs But Uranus will keep you on your toes creating unpredictability Gamble if you must but make sure itrsquos something you love and be in touch with your natural talents Try and go solo if possible else be prepared for volatile business relationshipsSex As much as you love everything fast and furious 2019 is a year to cuddle and savour intimacy You are a nononsense lover and want to get down to business but this year make time for foreplay How about investing in scented candles and luxurious linenHealth Since you will be on the go and prefer quick foods without a fuss make 2019 a year of clean eating Take time to plan your meals better Store eggs avocado brown rice banana tomatoes onions lettuce black olive dips food which can be consumed on the fly Avoid salt alcohol and spicy food Pick a shortterm intense regimen that holds your interest Or try a weight loss challenge with a friend Your competitive streak will see you throughLucky planet Jupiter will ensure you travel through the year It will expand your mind and grow your businessPlan a weekly food menuTaurusApril 20 ndash May 20With Uranus in your sign for the next seven years get ready to question your beliefs and value system Remember you are an earth sign Stand your truth define your boundaries Stay connected to the earth and be centered You can expect emotional changes in all areas of your life Stay flexible Keep an open mind The good news is that most of the planets are in the Earth sign and you being one will benefit from this Itrsquos good to dream but have your feet firmly rooted Stand your truth and define your boundaries This year kicks off the journey to self discovery offering an opportunity to reawaken yourself to the purpose of your lifeCareer March and September are your ldquoI can do anythingrdquo months Use them to negotiate a deal land a job opportunity pull a favour You are encouraged to do the unconventional this year Follow your dream and you may surprise yourself with an angel investor Plan your finances and if required hire a professional to do itHealth You have a tendency to be a binge eater and unfortunately you believe in drowning your tears in a box of candy making you prone to weight gain Since you prefer to have your meals comfortably seated with big helpings and of sumptuous dishes like a quiche or chocolate mousse itrsquos important that you plan the weekly menu in advance Stock up on cranberries asparagus beet cauliflower cucumber spinach onions radish pumpkin nuts beans and horseradish Avoid rich and heavy foods and excessive carbohydrates Indulge in regular physical activity Your routine has to be predictable and border on boring so that you can stick to it steadfastlySex You make a passionate lover and with Venus as your ruler you are all about sensuality and seduction You like to take your time in the bedroom Go ahead and invest in a sex toy It may make things more excitingLucky planet In 2019 Jupiter will have you explore intimacy with your partner Donrsquot hesitate to visit a therapist if you feel you canrsquot connect with them emotionally and sexuallyBusiness partnerships will be favouredGeminiMay 21 ndash June 20All signs have been shaken up by Uranus since 2011 in some form of the other but 2019 is a year of emotional progress Focus on releasing unconscious habit patterns perhaps stirring up your private life and adding some unusual coincidences into it You might adopt unconventional methods to help others or find anonymous ways of expression perhaps through technology or the Internet comforting Itrsquos a great year for therapy to cut ties maybe from a traumatic childhood that binds you in some way You will find yourself researching topics that fascinate you but also remember to step out and engage in the glorious frivolities that life offers Itrsquos possible that 2019 sees you travel far and wide for love or you may get involved with someone from another country or a person belonging to another cultureCareer July and August are great for collaborations This year is about teamwork Your team will be your strength Business partnerships are favoured this year This is the time for combining creative resources and pulling a favour from a friend Networking will help you expand your workHealth For Geminis having good company matters more than whatrsquos on the table You love a good conversation during a meal which can make you a careless eater You love variety and you donrsquot tolerate the same boring meals every day The trick is to stock up a variety of ingredients in your kitchen for when hunger pangs hit Plums oranges grapefruit raisins apples lettuce cauliflower spinach carrots celery green beans tomatoes vegan yogurt almonds cayenne garlic and ginger are good Avoid coffee root vegetables potato and radish yeasty foods and refined sugar Try aerobics Switch between exercise routines since you are easily distracted and have an overactive nervous system so you tend to burn calories quicklySex You believe sex should be fun with lots of laughter and play Experiment this year try fun fantasy dressing upLucky planet Jupiter will help you widen your business relationships as well as personal onesWork and health are the focusCancerJune 21 ndash July 22In 2019 you will expand your friendships and enliven your social circle You are happy to let go of friends who have refused to grow or no longer are a part of your larger story Itrsquos a year to meet new and unusual people You may join a group that is devoted to metaphysics or some nonmainstream subject You could be drawn to people who are freespirited Friendships that are stuffy or limiting may very well be left behind You have a strong ability to see each person for who she is as individuals and this makes you endearing to others Mercury retrogrades in 2019 are in Water signs which indicate that you need to listen to your intuition Work on connecting with your higher consciousness you will be able to find answers by looking inwardsCareer July could see a collaboration and a power struggle as well Be clear about who gets what on the table October is a great month for striking out on your own whether with vlogging being a social influencer or just providing contentHealth You are known for your culinary skills You love buying the most expensive and quality food Also you tend to overeat especially when you are nervous and frightened This could lead you into an eating spree Think culinary hedonism Curb it to stay in the pink of your health Stock up on wheat wholegrain rye rice oats fruits bananas steamed vegetables broccoli cabbage cauliflower tomatoes beets pumpkins cucumbers seaweed vegan yogurt beans and natural sugars Avoid oily foods salt sweets and refined sugar Use your love for domesticity to retrain yourself to prepare light meals that fill you up and yet provide nutrition With your perseverance you will respond beautifully to any longterm fitness programmeSex For you sex and love are closely knit You canrsquot fathom having sex with partners you are not emotionally connected with Fiercely faithful you stay devoted in a relationship Gentle and sensuous lovemaking with a committed partner will give you a highLucky planet Work and health are lit up with Jupiter shining itrsquos light on them the entire year Energise your workplace by adding some plants and a few personal belongings that make you smileYoursquoll desire to be a free spiritLeoJuly 23 ndash Aug 22Unpredictable chaotic Uranus enters your work and reputation sector in March ushering an era of inspiration dynamic and unusual work energies During this cycle your career direction begins to change and your relationships with authority figures could be confusing Working solo or with business partners who understand your boundaries may be your best bet You are in no mood to be pushed That said take a deep breath before you decide not to work with restrictive or structured organisations Your desire to be a free spirit may lead you to discover and recognise talent that you never knew you had and this can be a sudden exciting discovery You may also find that unexpected twists in your life story impact your career and reputation You could become known for an unconventional approach to your professionCareer Working with friends will prove beneficiary They will have your back and be accepting of your erratic and dynamic energy Be careful that your exuberance does not come across as rebellion or worse as aggressionHealth Though not fond of cooking you still have a big appetite for food You enjoy dining at expensive restaurants You need to pay attention to nutritional requirements which may not be fulfilled Consume more vegetables and fruits Stock up on whole grains rice citrus fruits apples peaches root vegetables spinach broccoli bitter greens kale and mustard greens nuts almonds sunflower seeds and figs Avoid spicy food and dairy products An audience because it gets you going Join a fancy gym with celebrity clientele Yoursquoll enjoy working out in full view and fantasize about how dazzling yoursquoll look once yoursquove dropped a few poundsSex Leos love being the center of attention and therersquos nothing like compliments to turn you on Introduce your honey to sex games and watch the heat turn upLucky planet Jupiter lights us your relationship with someone from another culturecountry in 2019Year of exploring the unusualVirgoAug 23 ndash Sept 22Itrsquos a year to travel at the slightest opportunity even if unexpectedly Yoursquoll find eyeopening experiences in store for you The people that you meet during this cycle will stir you into new ways of thinking During 2019 you would be less inclined towards a traditional personal philosophy Some may abruptly stop or start higher education during this cycle Be willing to take risks stretch your boundaries and expand your mind Itrsquos a great year to develop your spiritual side and heal yourself A majority of the planets this year are in the Earth sign and this is good news for all Virgos Stay grounded when things get a bit too much to handleCareer Network as much as possible Connect with likeminded people Some of you may form an organisation togetherHealth You are known to be the only sign that can actually be on a diet without feeling the urge to cheat because you believe in doing everything perfectly Virgos have a love for organic food and can make magic with their cooking skills Since you may have a slower metabolism choose food that is light on the stomach Stock up on whole grains and cereals oats fruit juices lemon juice bananas oranges leafy greens vegetables with spices sprouts soups teas and almonds Avoid rich and heavy foods and chocolate Practically everything on the planet repulses you or gives you the shivers yoursquore the kind who binge eats one month and has organic chimichangas the next and yoursquore maddeningly to some hypersensitive about dietary matters Adopt vegetarianism or any fringe diet and fitness programme thatrsquos pragmatic detailed and purifyingSex Since you strive for perfection in all aspects of your life your sex life is no different You are a diligent lover who is more likely to focus on the technique of sex You donrsquot like surprisesLucky planet Jupiter will increase opportunities to earn You have to be brave enough to grab themControl your sweet toothLibraSept 23 ndash Oct 22In mythology Uranus is known as Father Sky that rules outer space and aeronautics and shows where we want to fly free and without restrictions This year ushers in a period of some ambiguities orunexpected happenings surrounding money that are not related to your own earnings or income It could be shared resources with a close partneralimony taxes loans and so on At times this could throw you off balance It could also interfere with your pursuit of pleasure if the pleasure you seek or the hobbies you involve yourself in require extra money to spend And you may not be able to depend on support or backing from othersCareer All forms of communication careers and publishing work will flourish Be your own brand ambassador in 2019Health Yoursquore so wishywashy that middiet you may change your mind Variety is the key to a successful workout for you Librans you are also infamous for your sweet tooth Though you prefer having smaller portions of everything else ndash salads starters and main course ndash when it comes to dessert you donrsquot ration You enjoy good wine and a cozy comfortable environment while dining Watch out for your love for sweets if you want to avoid the repercussions Stock up on whole grains oats apples grapes strawberries raisins steamed vegetables spinach tomatoes peas carrots corn dairy cheeses yogurt nuts and almonds Avoid alcohol carbonated beverages yeasty foods and refined sugar A partner to keep you on track mixed with a balanced middleoftheroad eating plan should workSex You are a generally easy going fun and creative lover who enjoys the art of seduction For you sex is about sharing connecting and responding to whatever comes naturally Making love under the stars with a bottle of your best wine works magic for youLucky planet Jupiter will help increase your knowledge and skill set and you may find enjoyment in doing so This might be a good time to take a course because you will be more receptive to learning and expanding your knowledge and skillsJupiter says ask for a raiseScorpioOct 23 ndash Nov 22The year ushers in a period that will change your view of partnerships Your close relationships may become erratic or surprise you in some manner and you may feel that itrsquos hard to truly rely on a partner Stagnant or outworn relationships may be especially hard for you to tolerate during this cycle Some trial and error in relationships is par for the course with Uranus in your relationship sector You donrsquot care for taking orders and any attempts to limit you are likely to be met with resistance or downright rebellion Some of you may find your current relationship restricting and you could either end it or experience tension as you explore ways to break freeCareer You are likely to see benefits to your earning power and value system This is a profitable and productive year for you You are likely to feel more confident and enthusiastic about your ability to earn a living and you may choose to develop your talents in order to boost your earning power Your income is likely to increase and there will come multiple opportunities to improve your financial futureHealth Scorpios you have a palate for spicy foods which you can crave for at any time of the day or night As a sign you deal with extremes ndash all or nothing You may consume large quantities at once and may not have anything for six straight hours Remember to drink more water as you can easily forget to sip on it throughout the day Eat fruits bananas black cherries coconut steamed vegetables green salads leeks cauliflower onion radish tomato asparagus cucumber beet beans lentils and almonds Avoid oily foods yeasty foods salt sweets and refined sugar Any extreme regimen that involves control over your impulses mild selfflagellation and fullbody detoxification is good Try power yoga pilates and body combatSex You have an intense sexual appetite Emotional passionate though jealous and possessive your mysterious side would be happy to play dress up in the bedroomLucky Planet Jupiter encourages you to ask for a raise apply for a loan or takepart in various dealings with financial institutionsYou will want to break free from routineSagittariusNov 22 ndash Dec 22Uranusrsquos presence is going to encourage you to break free from the confines of routine and harbour disdain for fitting into a mould This year you are moving towards a fresh approach on how to deal with work and the daily details of your life Erratic schedules and perhaps some disruptions and tensions are possible as you adjust to this influence Be prepared for your working hours to become nontraditional You might also be moving towards a more unconventional job You may be restless with routines and tend to answer to your own internal rhythm rather than pay attention to social rhythmCareer Sagittarians avoid work that is limiting or lifeless for it could drag you down This year you will tend to approach tasks with erratic or haphazard energy You may work tirelessly at certain times and procrastinate otherwise Find work that offers you not only variety and stimulation but also the chance to invent Progressive parttime or unconventional tasks will appeal to you in 2019Health Sagittarians have a love for experimenting They love exotic delicacies and can also take spicy food You also tend to put on weight easily particularly on the hips and thighs You are likely to binge and then skip the next five meals Avoid this Eat whole grains wholegrain cereals pear apple orange strawberries root vegetables onion olives fig and garlic Avoid spicy food sweets refined sugar and alcohol Regular gymming will seldom work for you Go hiking or mountain climbing As for dieting donrsquot even try it Just try to eat healthy and lead a vigorous lifeSex You have lots of energy and are most likely to enjoy a quickie Since you are easily bored and dislike routine especially in the bedroom try making love in interesting surroundingsLucky planet Your ruling planet Jupiter brings noticeable improvements to your selfconfidence and personality You are more obviously exuberant and enthusiastic This year has the potential to be a relaxed fortunate and hopeful timeItrsquos a time for spontaneityCapricornDec 22 ndash Jan 20Since this year a majority of planets are in the Earth sign and so you are going to benefit the most Uranus will push you towards unconventional ways of expressing yourself and your creativity Your may find that your hobbies can be out of the ordinary and so can your relationships with children and lovers This year you free yourself of inhibition Itrsquos a time for spontaneity Casual love affairs that have grown stale should be left behind Some of you may also attract unusual romancesCareer Work that involves charity contributing to altruistic endeavours volunteering and helping others without expectation of reward will be fulfilling Some of you will leave your structured jobs and go independent Research work behind the scenes assignments or work that involves serving others may begin now and bring you joyHealth You are known to be quite particular about your eating routine For you taste and quality is of utmost importance You have a love for homemade food and a partner who cooks is a bonus Watch your salt intake and avoid overeating Have rice fruit salad juices orange lemon vegetables with spices cabbage corn potato sprouts soups teas peanuts fig and flax seeds Avoid rich and heavy foods spicy fare and chocolate A systematised diet and fitness plan favoring milder exercise routines like yoga and pilates will help manage your tendency to stiffen under pressureSex You tend to be satisfied with your sex life You pride yourself in being wellrounded lovers who enjoy structure Despite your tendency toward planning you are open to experimenting in the bedroomLucky planet Jupiter helps to get rid of selfdestructive tendencies deepseated fears and deeplyingrained tendencies towards guilty feelings acting much like a guardian angelThe year of achieving goalsAquariusJan 20 ndash Feb 18Uranus ushers in a period of disruption on the domestic front Itrsquos possible that some of you may move home but even if you donrsquot there could be some disruptions to your routine or erratic elements that you have need to deal with Your life speeds up and decisionmaking can be hasty Be prepared for unexpected changes in plans which could test your patience However rather than worry know that these events could stimulate you to try new approaches and cut boredom Letting go of old family conditioning is a theme this yearCareer Itrsquos a year of achieving your goals Others tend to value your advice and often turn to you for help Itrsquos a period of being more active with friends and the community There may be opportunities to join or lead clubs or groups Group activities and associations could be avenues to fulfil your own goals Success at work will likely come in sharing a common cause or ideals with others This is a powerful year for manifestationsHealth You are the ldquoIrsquoll do it my wayrdquo sign You are often vegetarianvegan because of humanitarian sentiments You prefer low calorie meals and like vegetables and fruit more than protein This is great but when occupied with work you tend to eat whatever comes your way In fact you are more prone to late night bingeing than other signs Eat apple orange pear steamed vegetables cabbage celery corn carrot tomato broccoli soy yogurt nuts dates fig cayenne garlic ginger and protein bars Avoid coffee yeasty foods and refined sugar You rule the ankles and circulatory system which is why skiing treadmilling and dancing are excellent calorie burners for you And diet Follow your own regimen The more it is off the beaten track the better the results will beSex You make an exciting and unpredictable lover You have affair bit of action but yoursquore also most likely to remain faithful to your partnerLucky planet This is the year to rely on your friends for their help and support and your circle of friends may increase during this fruitful Jupiter transit Network connect and take holidays with your friendsYou will gain in statusPiscesFeb 18 ndash March 20This year will demand a lot of mental stimulation from you Pick up a brand new study since you could be more attracted to unusual ideas fields and concepts New opportunities to express yourself particularly through speaking and writing can suddenly enter your life You may be communicating more about your past or finding people you relate to more readily You are likely to make changes in your life that help you break out of routine Acquaintances siblings or casual friends may be catalysts for this new selfexpressionCareer This is a year to gain in status particularly on the professional front You can expect increased public recognition and professional success Itrsquos a time of profitable productivity and success in business Increased workrelated travel or the reaching of a wider audience is possible during 2019 There could be a promotion new job opportunities a diploma or some other major award You may come into the limelight Authority figures and influential people will tend to look on you favourably and seem to be ldquoin your cornerrdquo Integrity and honesty will take you everywhereHealth Kind dreamy and occasionally selfdelusional you badly need structure in your life or else yoursquoll start drinking gin and writing soppy lyrics You may love food and unfortunately food is often how you express your love for dear ones You like beautifully decorated and romantic setups for meals and have a tendency to become heavy drinkers Make an effort to increase your water intake and go on regular detox diets Have wheat wholegrain cereals rice oats apple grape orange lemon peach plum steamed vegetables spinach onion seaweed beans dates and natural sugars Avoid coffee oily foods yeasty foods asparagus salt sweets and refined sugar Choose an exercise that gives you the illusion of merging with the universe Try yoga rock climbing or running To avoid going off the deep end go for a rational threemealaday diet mdash and hang on to your scalesSex Pisceans are gentle and emotional lovers who aim to please You are among the star signs that has regular sex as well as those who have the most sexual partners Even though you have a shy demeanour most of you enjoy dressing up in the bedroomLucky planet This is a year of exploring new partnerships Foreign collaborations will bring success Itrsquos a year of learning and implementing a new thought process in your personal and workspace Be willing to explore the unexplored there might be pleasant surprises in storeFOLLOW ANISHA Catch Anisharsquos monthly forecasts on her YouTube channelwwwyoutubecomusertarotbyanishaOr follow her on 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