STAR GAZING

Only now that you’re able to look back on the last few days and their dramas is it clear that some of the changes you were battling most ferociously were actually in your best interests. Actually these were overdue which means you’ll have to work with others to catch up on things.

Last minute changes in plan are irritating, but there’s no question they’ve benefitted you. Yet still you’re trying to figure out how these can be avoided. Don’t allow that rather stubborn side of your nature to undermine what is a period of genuine and exciting growth. Plunge in. You won’t regret it.

After a period that’s been as informative as it’s been demanding you need both a rest and something new to think about or work on. This is coming, but not until the powerful Gemini New Moon on the 25th. Until then focus on decluttering both your mind and life of unrewarding pursuits.

Usually when others ask questions it’s because they’re genuinely interested in what you’re doing. At the moment however certain somewhat unscrupulous individuals think they can learn something from you, but won’t ask directly. Knowing that, either sidestep conversations entirely or say only as much as you’re inclined to.

Initially you were unenthusiastic about dramatic changes in existing plans or new and disruptive ideas. Yet now only a few days later you’re beginning to think they’re a good idea. But you’re concerned it’s too late. It’s not. Go back and talk these over with others. They’ll be thrilled you’re interested.

Early this week your ruler Mercury moved into one of the most inquisitive portions of your chart. While your interests are broad and often farreaching you tend to dismiss concepts that you know will be a distraction. Yet in certain cases that’s exactly what you need. At minimum do a little exploration.

Discussions that begin as a civilised exchange of ideas about recent changes could easily and swiftly deteriorate into serious clashes. This isn’t about the actual changes, but rather that certain individuals are anxious so trying to find reasons to put things off. Avoid these. The issues are others’, not yours to deal with.

With Mars as of today, the Sun and Thursday’s New Moon all accenting joint ventures in general, especially those in which others are in control, trust could be an issue. As a Scorpio you’re cautious by nature. Judging by the coming week’s planetary setup you’ve no choice but to be trusting.

One of this year’s themes is you being forced to face situations that are thrilling, but over which you have little control. Obviously as a freedom-loving Sagittarius this annoys you. On the plus side those who’re in charge are both well informed, and better yet have your best interests at heart.

You don’t think of it as being stubborn. While you recognise the huge benefits changes are bringing, you’re still struggling to sustain certain longstanding arrangements or alliances. This is understandable. But the fact is these can’t continue as they are. The trick is to rethink them. Do that. They’ll probably work perfectly.

This week’s rare alliance between Saturn and your ruler Uranus is actually the second of a series of three. The first was in late December of last year and the final one takes place this coming November. Knowing that, you’ll recognise that even seemingly pivotal decisions are only one of several.

There’s a difference between listening to advice, which can be amazingly informative, and allowing certain individuals to dominate what are essentially your own decisions to make. The problem is that initially they’ll seem concerned with your views. But within days they’ll try to take over, leaving you out entirely.