STAR GAZING

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

Aries (March 20 – April 19) Recently it became clear that you couldn’t continue to sidestep certain differences with one particular individual. While you don’t mind confrontations of any kind, they’re unlikely to respond well. This means it’s up to you to organise the setting so the person in question will be receptive to your ideas. Taurus (April 20 – May 20) Last minute changes in plans are a nuisance, but are unavoidable. Ironically, once you’ve delved into these you’ll realise that these changes aren’t just timely, they’re saving the day. While certain elements of arrangements once made sense, they no longer do. They would in fact have created serious problems. Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Tempting as it is to hope that what you’ve done so far to deal with complicated matters will do the trick, don’t bet on it. These are sufficiently complex that you’ll need to monitor developments nearly every day. While things could go well, it’s just as likely there’ll be problems. Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Obviously you’d rather keep every commitment you make. However, recent events have not only made that impossible, you weren’t always able to explain why. Although some time has passed, it’s worth revisiting these situations. Tell those involved what happened and, where appropriate, apologise. Leo (July 23 – August 22) Take advantage of minor but sudden developments to suggest new ideas, even to those who have in the past said a firm and uncompromising no. Don’t even mention those past issues. Simply proceed as if there’d never been a problem. And to your delight you’ll realise there isn’t one. Virgo (August 23 – September 22) Making changes in arrangements you worked hard to organise is bound to be exasperating. Yet the events behind those changes are so exciting it justifies a little extra effort and a bit of chaos. Waste no time on discussion, debate or analysis. The sooner you begin the easier it will be. Libra (September 23 – October 22) Sometimes minor issues are exactly that, difficulties that can be ironed out easily. However, what you’re now facing is both complex and made more difficult by the fact the individual in question is impossibly manipulative. Knowing that, be frank if not blunt. Any less and you’re in for a drama. Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) The past few days’ insights weren’t just informative, they made you aware of the questionable activities of one individual. You’re wary about raising this directly. On the contrary, investing time in behind-the-scenes investigation would only make things more confused. Discuss your concerns frankly and openly. Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) While you can’t prepare for the unexpected, it’s worth bearing in mind that the Sagittarius New Moon on the 11th triggers timely and often welcome changes. Knowing that, ensure all the plans you make now are flexible. That way you’ll be able to rethink things when those exciting developments arise. Capricorn (December 22 – January 19) It’s essential to be frank both about concerns regarding existing arrangements and questions about the objectives of others. While at one point these seemed clear, their actions since then are making you wonder if there was a misunderstanding or things have changed. This is the ideal moment to ask. Aquarius (January 20 – February 17) Few things are more tedious that dealing with somebody who is so absorbed by life’s rules and regulations they can’t imagine doing anything differently. This is exactly what you’re facing. You can get them to change, but by example. Say nothing. Just make your life a representation of what’s possible. Pisces (February 18 – March 19) As you’re well aware, you can sometimes be too trusting. But you’d rather take chances than live a life in which you’re suspicious of every encounter and experience, as some people do. Still, judging by the current planetary setup it’s worth carefully assessing the trustworthiness of who and what you meet.