What do the stars have in store for you? Here's how to find out. Get an in-depth look at what makes up your horoscope, and how it can reveal the inner depths of your character, and the secrets of your destiny...
THE Complete Guide TO YOUR Horoscope
What’s a natal chart? • Chances are, at some point you’ve read your daily horoscope. But there’s far more to your personal astrology than 12 famous signs
Natal chart • Take a look at this example chart. Yours will be unique to you and the date and time of your birth
Other types of astrology
Your Big Three • When it comes to getting a handle on your astrological destiny, the Big Three is the perfect place to start
Your Sun sign • If you’ve ever checked your horoscope for the day, you already know your Sun sign, even if you didn’t realise it
Your Moon sign • Whilst your Sun sign is a basic element of the zodiac when it comes to your horoscope, your Moon sign offers fresh illumination
Your rising sign • Also known as the ascendant sign, your rising sign is the one that really makes a first impression on the world at large
Aries THE RAM • Aries the Ram is one of the most forceful signs of the zodiac – and those born under it may be just as strong
Taurus THE BULL • Taurus the Bull represents people with two energy levels – resting comfortably, or charging off with their heads down
Gemini THE TWINS • The Twins of Gemini represent those with dual natures, always curious about new things but also balanced
Cancer THE CRAB • The Crab of Cancer represents those who have a tough and rigid exterior but may be hiding a softer personality
Leo THE CRAB • The proud Lion of Leo is the star sign for those born with the confidence to become leaders in any field
Virgo THE MAIDEN • Virgo, the Maiden of the zodiac, represents a hard working, analytical, and practical view of the universe
Libra THE SCALES • The balanced Scales of Libra represent those harmonious individuals with a passion for justice and fairness in all things
Scorpio THE SCORPION • The fierce Scorpion of Scorpio symbolises the strength, will, and possible dangers of those born under this sign
Sagittarius THE ARCHER • The Archer sign of the zodiac represents those who are always scanning for a new target to aim for
Capricorn THE SEA GOAT • Capricorn may have the tail of a fish but it represents those with feet firmly on the ground
Aquarius THE WATER BEARER • Aquarius the Water Bearer represents those who bring with them new and refreshing ideas
Pisces THE FISH • Pisces, the Fish swimming together, is the sign that most represents community and compassion
Modalities • Whether you know them as the Qualities or the Modalities, these classes are the key to understanding how you relate to the world
The Fixed Signs • The fixed signs prefer to look inwards; don’t try to change them, because they’ve got their own ways of doing things
Cardinal Signs • The cardinal signs get things kick-started. They like to keep busy and they love to be in control, whatever it is they’re doing
Mutable signs • The mutable signs like to see a satisfactory conclusion, sometimes against the odds. Though they’re happy to adapt, sometimes they need something to hold onto
What your element means • The signs of the zodiac are divided into earth, air, fire, and water. Knowing which element your are might reveal your true nature
Cusps: Between two realms • We often find ourselves caught between two worlds – in astrology we often find the cusp between two signs influencing us
Sidereal vs tropical astrology • With two astrology systems to choose from, unpicking the similarities and differences can be...