What lies in your horoscope for the upcoming year?

JAKARTA (JP): Whether you are the scales, bull or scorpion among signs of the Zodiac, some things in life are predetermined, says astrologer Anton Rudolph Nico.

Other mysteries of our lives, like financial affairs, health and romance, can be predicted in general terms based on the movement of the stars.

Anton who writes regular horoscope columns for several publications, drew up the following horoscope for 1998:

I. CAPRICORN

(Dec. 21 - Jan 19)

You will regret your lack of candor and your indecisiveness. Don't raise hopes too high.

Finances: Reduce unnecessary spending. You are just one step from reaching your goal.

Health: Choose your food carefully because you will have pains in your stomach, around your abdomen and in your upper respiratory system. Change your diet.

Romance: Don't hesitate when the moment comes and don't be shy. He or she wants an honest and firm answer.

Best days/months: Thursdays and Saturdays are best days for most of your affairs. You will achieve success in May and June.

II. AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20 - Feb. 18)

It's better to give to those who need, although you have earned your money through hard work. Don't make too many promises because you will fall short on one or two. He or she still misses you.

Finances: You're living beyond your means, and you don't know it.

Health: Plenty of exercise will help your heart. You will feel fatigued and tense.

Romance: Don't be swayed in sweet memories. He or she is waiting if the planned picnic to out of town is still on. Don't disappoint him or her.

Best days/months: Look forward to a bright Wednesday. October brings good fortune.

III. PISCES

(Feb. 19 - March 19)

You will encounter a problem which will turn out to be a blessing in disguise because it will better your career; be alert to advice from a friend. Something will happen to you, but this will only strengthen your character.

Finances: Nothing out of the ordinary, but October and November are auspicious.

Health: If you smoke, cut down. Take care of your lungs. Drink plenty of water to reduce pain around your abdomen.

Romance: You will have to choose between the two. Don't keep both of them waiting.

Best days/months: December is a bright month, and Mondays are your special days.

IV. ARIES

(March 20-April 21)

Advice you give to someone will bring rewards for you. Change your business tactics and improve them.

Finances: You may be in for a rough time, but don't despair. An unexpected offer will come in May. Curtail excessive spending.

Health: Drink lots of water, and do plenty of exercise to get rid of the pain in your sides and back.

Romance: Don't straddle the fence when you're madly in love. He or she is waiting.

Best days/months: Fridays are good to conduct your negotiations. January is a time to be happy.

V. TAURUS

(April 21- May 21)

A family problem will be resolved peacefully. Don't be temperamental. Listen to the advice from a friend who is visiting from out of town. Bring him or her to talk in an open space.

Finances: Spoil yourself by all means, but be careful when your resources are limited. Be patient until January.

Health: Share your problems with others. Keeping them to yourself will only leave you with a headache. Get adequate rest and don't stay up late too often because flu and coughs await you.

Romance: Don't deceive yourself.

Best days/months: Mondays are always full of smiles. Luck will strike in February.

VI. GEMINI

(May 22 - June 21)

Don't live within an endless circle. You won't resolve your problems alone. You're a success with friends, but you hesitate in making decisions. Stop daydreaming. Success means keeping your promises.

Finances: This could be a difficult year, but if you persevere, there will be rewards in abundance. Luck will strike twice between February and March.

Health: Problems with your upper respiratory system, low blood pressure, flu, fever, pains in the stomach and in your sides.

Romance: Very passionate, you won't miss a thing. Your piercing look whoever you desire to their knees.

Best days/months: Thursdays and Fridays are special days. March is the peak of your fortune.

VII. CANCER

(June 21 - July 21)

Be responsive to the situation around you. Remember your parents helped you get where you are, so don't let them down. Don't betray yourself. You will bump into an old friend who may be helpful.

Finances: Don't hope for too much at the start of the year. Your time has not come yet.

Health: Avoid stress. Watch out for the health of your kidneys.

Romance: Don't hide yourself. Be honest.

Best days/months: Tuesdays are your good days, but watch out the afternoon 5.30. Your best months come at the of December and the beginning of January, particularly on the third day of that month. Your fortune is on the rise.

VIII. LEO

(July 21 - Aug. 21)

Don't let small things disturb your focus. Approach your client, or your boss, and draw their attention to you. Don't overindulge yourself outside your home.

Finances: A golden opportunity awaits you, but you may cross the path of misfortune, too.

Health: You will feel tension throughout your body. Your neck is most susceptible.

Romance: No need to give too much. You will get the response you want without doing anything.

Best days/months: Saturdays and Sundays. Your star will shine in July.

IX. VIRGO

(Aug. 21 - Sep. 21)

Avoid doing too many unpraiseworthy deeds. Don't be selfish. Don't be deceived by a story an old friend will tell you. Concentrate on doing one thing at a time, for your own future's sake.

Finances: Be thrifty. Save as much as you can.

Health: Don't overeat. Your stomach is most vulnerable.

Romance: Restore an old severed relationship.

Best days/months: Tuesdays are your good days, and December is a joyful month.

X. LIBRA

(Sep. 21 - Oct. 21)

Don't go against the current. Be open and frank if you can't handle a situation. You will only mess things up through insistence. Don't let a friend tempt you.

Finances: Adequate. If you worked a little harder, you would succeed.

Health: You will feel tense throughout your body. Your neck is particularly vulnerable.

Romance: Don't persist if you're not getting any response from him/her. Someone much closer is actually waiting for your response.

Best days/months: Saturdays and Mondays are your best days. July is a bright month.

XI. SCORPIO

(Oct. 21 - Nov. 21)

Don't stray from your plan. Don't hesitate to implement your concepts and strategies.

Finances: Money will flow in, albeit in small sums.

Health: Watch your health. Be careful when crossing roads. If you drive, check the brakes and the tires regularly.

Romance: Serve, rather than be served.

Best days/months: Sundays are your best days. Fortune will come in August.

XII. SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 21 - Dec. 21)

You have been inconsistent in your work. In 1998, you should take more risks because success is just around the corner.

Finances: Don't borrow anew to pay off old loans.

Health: Keep yourself fit by exercising.

Romance: Don't leave him/her.

Best days/months: Wednesdays are your finest days. Fortune will be abundant in March.