STAR GAZING
Aries March 20 April 18
It’s not so much that you’re a control freak as you want to know whether the decisions others are making will influence you, or your life. While others may say they won’t, you’d still like the facts. Pursue this if you feel you must, but you’ve far better things to do with your time.
Taurus April 19 May 19
As a Taurus and somebody ruled by the charming Venus, you’d always rather find a gentle way to tell others off than be harsh or lose your temper. However, certain individuals simply ignore any such subtle messages. The trick is to be frank, and take it to the edge of anger, but no more than that.
Gemini May 20 June 19
Not only do promises make others happy, you can move on and think about other matters. While that’s all well and good, with the actual foundation on which these and other plans are based shifting, you owe it to others to make it clear those promises are more about hope than a lasting commitment.
Cancer June 20 July 21
The last thing you want is to upset anybody. However, your efforts to clear up certain persistent issues haven’t achieved much, mostly because you’ve been too tactful. Now, however, not only will others be grateful for your frank discussion of the matters in question, they’ll do what they can to help clear things up.
Leo July 22 August 21
The twists and turns you’re facing are tricky. But certain individuals are responding as if they were a personal insult. As a Leo and somebody who has a healthy ego, you understand that feeling, but never take practical issues personally, so don’t understand. The secret? Be sympathetic, but nothing more. That will do the trick.
Virgo August 22 September 21
As is gradually becoming clear, certain arrangements you’ve regarded as solid were anything but that. In fact, they’re coming apart at the seams. Tempting as it is to try to remedy those problems, they really aren’t yours to deal with. For now, wait and watch and, most of all, learn from the situations in question.
Libra September 22 October 21
Be wary of those who ask favours, especially if they feel you owe them. With so much in transition, even the simplest of such arrangements could turn from something uncomplicated into problems far more serious than you imagined possible. Refusing others’ requests won’t be easy, but it’s by far the best option.
Scorpio October 22 November 20
Sometimes the best ally during tricky periods isn’t a canny knowledge of useful facts or a pal who’s powerful but, instead, a sense of humour. This won’t just prevent you taking things too seriously, you may be able to spot hopeful options in the most unexpected of situations or involving equally unexpected individuals.
Sagittarius November 21 December 20
Envisioning a new future is difficult, because the past is obscuring your perspective. The real problem is you don’t realise how much you’re struggling to keep certain onceworthwhile arrangements going. However, times change and the fact is, these have too. Letting go won’t be easy but, as you’ll soon realise, is vital.
Capricorn December 21 January 19
Having the courage to stand your ground when others are giving up may be admirable, but it isn’t always wise. That’s the case now. Judging by the current powerful planetary influence in Capricorn, even simple arrangements will need to be rethought, more than once. And each change will be timely.
Aquarius January 20 February 18
Nobody would blame you for worrying about disentangling yourself from certain longstanding alliances. Instead of trying to anticipate what others are thinking or worrying about, ask them. They’re far more ready to talk, and to talk frankly, than you imagine. A long chat will do you both wonders.
Pisces February 19 March 19
Being informed that neither circumstances nor your thinking about certain matters are likely to be clear until the Pisces Full Moon, in a month’s time, may seem worrying. But the more you reflect on that, the clearer it will be you’ve a chance to review what works, what should go and what’s next.