STAR GAZING

World-renowned astrologer Shelley von Strunckel writes a daily column exclusively for tabloid!

Aries March 20 April 18

Few things are more tedious than those situations in which you must follow detailed instructions, fill out forms or do things according to others’ rules. Yet this is exactly what you’re facing and in a number of settings. Irritating as these are, what you learn will more than justify the patience required.

Taurus April 19 May 19

Gradually it’s becoming clear that one particular seemingly charming individual isn’t just manipulative but is putting their interests first and sidelining if not ignoring those of others. Still you’re struggling to believe this mostly because they seem so gracious. It’s all a lie, an elaborate deception, as you’re now discovering.

Gemini May 20 June 20

Last week your ruler Mercury moved into the most intuitive portion of your chart. This will prove timely as you’re dealing with several situations where you’re short of facts but about which you’ve strong instincts. Trust those feelings if only regarding the questions you ask. They’ll prove amazingly informative.

Cancer June 21 July 21

For ages there’s been discussion regarding shifts in your daily routine, but so far it’s been all talk and no action. However with Thursday’s New Moon accenting exactly such matters and ushering in a fresh perspective, not only are changes likely, you’ll be far happier about it than you imagine possible.

Leo July 22 August 21

Only days ago you were trying to figure out how you could fulfil various burdensome obligations without completely ignoring certain individuals you care about deeply. The answer is it will be tricky. Still with a little thought and, even more, frank discussion with those concerned you should be able to do it.

Virgo August 22 September 21

For ages you’ve intended to learn more about certain intriguing ideas but something has always come first. Now events seem to be encouraging you to do this. You’ll discover they’re taking you in directions as unexpected as they are exciting. Give yourself the gift of time so you can explore at leisure.

Libra September 22 October 22

Good fortune can often come in strange packages, especially when life itself and the world around you are in transition. Rather than think things through in detail which would be your usual approach, get involved, if only in the form of discussing plans with others. What you learn will prove hugely informative.

Scorpio October 23 November 21

For ages you’ve kept both certain facts and equally your feelings about the actual ideas being discussed to yourself. While this was because you felt concerned some people would either misunderstand or take advantage of this knowledge, the result has been the reverse. Some assume you simply don’t care when of course it’s the contrary.

Sagittarius November 22 December 20

It’s not that you dislike leaving decisions to others. It’s that usually you think and act more swiftly than those around you so will have taken action before most are even considering their options. However events are forcing you to work together which means you’ve no choice but to slow your pace.

Capricorn December 21 January 18

Often minor differences can be easily ignored and everybody’s happy. However with so much in transition you’ll be making crucial decisions along with others so need to achieve some variety of accord. Happily these aren’t at all complicated. Still the sooner you discuss them the easier it will be for everybody.

Aquarius January 19 February 17

The time has come to talk over those rather tricky issues that arise in even the most easygoing of friendships or romances. These have to do with conflicts about what and who comes first. Changes in certain relationships or even situations require you to discuss how these have altered existing priorities.

Pisces February 18 March 19

No sign is better at coming up with excuses for the bad behaviour of certain individuals. While usually this is a minor issue the fact you let them get away with this is both preventing the person in question from learning to act responsibly and equally annoying those who’re being inconvenienced.