STAR GAZING
World-renowned astrologer Shelley von Strunckel writes a daily column exclusively for tabloid!
Aries March 20 April 18
By now you’ve probably realised that not only is there little hope of avoiding certain tedious practical or financial matters they are becoming increasingly urgent. While it’s understandable you’d rather avoid the details involved, they won’t vanish. In fact the sooner you tackle these the easier the process will be.
Taurus April 19 May 19
Being an earth sign you’ve a knack for spotting what’s wise and worthwhile versus ideas that are exiting yet would be seriously time-consuming and achieve little. While ordinarily your assessment of such matters is sound, with so much having changed recently you’re urged to explore everything. What you learn will surprise you.
Gemini May 20 June 20
Geminis are rarely so irritated by anybody that discussions deteriorate into a battle to have the last word. Yet you’re on the verge of exactly that. Take a break. Walk away. It won’t be easy. But once your perspective is clearer you’ll realise it’s been a clash of egos, not about hard facts.
Cancer June 21 July 21
Only days ago you were struggling with the ups and downs triggered by last Saturday’s Full Moon. Now that you’re looking back you realise how much of those concerns were based on feelings, not facts. They arise then go. Bear this in mind now as you face another round of emotionally unsettling situations.
Leo July 22 August 21
After a series of tricky dilemmas and minor yet time-consuming misunderstandings you’re wary of taking on more responsibilities or making more plans. Not only do you have no choice, within days the tide will turn. Those obstacles will vanish and happily things will fall into place and without a struggle.
Virgo August 22 September 21
Obviously you can’t and shouldn’t put things off merely because your ruler Mercury is retrograde and therefore triggering confusion. In some situations the solution is to ensure plans are flexible. But in others bizarrely you’ll find that the minor errors typical of this cycle can be informative and in ways you’d never have imagined.
Libra September 22 October 22
Does life seem full of difficult people and dull practicalities? With your ruler Venus in the down to earth Taurus they’ll be topping your list of things to do. Tempting as it is to put them off, you’d regret it. The first one or two might be challenging, but as you proceed they’ll get easier.
Scorpio October 23 November 21
Every once in a while life delivers an opportunity in a very strange if not totally unrecognisable form. This is exactly what you’re facing which means you could easily dismiss an idea or offer, but in disguise. The secret? For now say no to nothing. What seems least promising could turn out brilliantly.
Sagittarius November 22 December 20
It’s odd how a discussion starts with a focus on seemingly unresolvable issues and turns into an interesting and informative exchange of ideas. That’s exactly what’s due to happen. Remember this especially if potentially tough issues arise and instead of rushing through them you’ll be alert to a shift in the mood.
Capricorn December 21 January 18
Ordinarily you’d be cautious about offers that seem too good to be true. But those currently coming your way, and there are likely to be several, have roused your interest. Explore them while bearing in mind that with Mercury retrograde things won’t necessary be what they seem or could change suddenly if not overnight.
Aquarius January 19 February 17
There are many ways to reject an offer or idea. Tempting as it is to be forthright about one particular matter you’re urged to take a less decisive approach. What you learn about the actual situation and as much your enthusiasm for it could change and often.
Pisces February 18 March 19
Somebody is trying to blame you for things that they did, decided or were responsible for, but which then went very wrong. And because you’re feeling sympathetic about their situation you’re saying nothing. This isn’t fair to you and implies you don’t mind their lies. Tackle this issue now and be blunt.