HOROSCOPE

Dec 21 – Jan 19

IN a few days, the dynamic Mars departs the crucial midheaven angle of your chart, ending a demanding but productive period. Looking back on the past month or so, while you will realise you’ve achieved a great deal, mostly, you’re feeling exhausted. This will pass more swiftly than you can imagine.

Jan 20 – Feb 17

TEMPTING as it is to discuss potential solutions for the range of dilemmas others are facing, it wouldn’t achieve much. That may sound negative, but the fact is, they’re short of facts, so you’d be basing any brainstorming on an unreliable foundation. For now, listen, be sympathetic, but no more.

Feb 18 – March 19

DON’T be surprised if some individuals try to duck out of duties that really are theirs to deal with. Your instincts said this was likely, so it’s not much of a surprise. The trick, however, is to muster a fierce enough manner that they’ll realise there’s no way they’re escaping their responsibility.

March 20 – April 19

EVENTS seem to have taken over certain arrangements that you initiated. While, originally, you were uneasy about the resulting loss of control, it’s become clear that those who’re handling these matters are not only better equipped to deal with them, they also have your best interests at heart.

April 20 – May 20

AFTER a lengthy and often complex period during which your ruler Venus has been accenting close relationships, it’s about to move on. Before it does, however, you might want to revisit certain tense discussions. You dealt with the major issues but neglected to say anything about several minor ones.

May 21 – June 20

AS an air sign, you’ve a knack for making light of situations that others are taking far too seriously. However, you could easily misinterpret the issues certain individuals are facing and, unwittingly, upset them. Knowing that, it’s better for everybody if you do a lot of listening and say very little in this case.

June 21 – July 21

THERE’S no ideal moment to have a difficult conversation. However, both the circumstances and the feelings of those involved are as good as they could be. Knowing that, think through your objectives, then raise the issue in question. Others will be so relieved you did that they’ll be unexpectedly cooperative.

July 22 – Aug 22

AS a fire sign and a Leo, you can charm anybody into doing anything. Bizarrely, however, you distrust certain amazing offers or even gifts that have come your way. They seem too good to be true. While often such caution is wise, judging by the planetary setup, these really are that good.

Aug 23 – Sept 22

IT’S unlike you to allow emotions to overwhelm your common sense. But between the Full Moon and unsettling ideas, you’re feeling uncharacteristically vulnerable. That’s natural at times like this. What’s more, it’s a powerful indication you’re breaking away from restrictive thinking and venturing into new territory.

Sept 23 – Oct 22

FOR weeks, you’ve noted but said nothing about potentially-tricky issues involving family or domestic matters. Now, they can’t be ignored. Still, if you analyse the actual situation in question, you’ll realise it’s others’ responsibility and, therefore, is theirs to deal with. Don’t even dare think about getting involved.

Oct 23 – Nov 21

BECAUSE you think things through in detail before you make a decision, you rarely feel the need to review the conclusions you reach. However, it’s becoming clear you missed out on crucial facts. Delve into these now. What you learn won’t just be informative, it’ll mean you’ll rethink those conclusions.

Nov 22 – Dec 20

ONE of your most appealing characteristics is your zest for life. This enthusiasm and willingness to take chances on new and seemingly risky ideas or offers had led to a rich range of experiences. Now, however, somebody is trying to warn you about certain ventures. Listen, well, then make your own decision.