STAR GAZING

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

Aries March 20 April 19

While most Aries are sociable by nature that doesn’t mean you’re always happy making joint decisions. However since your ruler Mars moved to accent exactly this approach to plans in mid-May you’ve been forced to go along with others’ views if not compromise. While often it’s been irritating you’ve also learnt a lot.

Taurus April 20 May 20

Complex and persistent as certain family issues seem they’re actually due to a series of minor misunderstandings. Detecting these won’t be easy. Still the time you invest in discovering their source now will be worth it. The resulting discussions will reveal the core issues and lead to resolving them for good.

Gemini May 21 June 20

You’re both interested in what others are doing and fascinated by events in the world around you. Still with so much going on it’s easy to get distracted by minor developments when those of more far-reaching importance need attention. The trick is to invest a little time in everything and ignore nothing.

Cancer June 21 July 21

Although you’re more tuned into the lunar cycle than others the intensity of the recent Full Moon may have come as a surprise. This is the beginning of a disruptive but illuminating cycle of three eclipses on July 13 and 27 and in mid-August. While shakeups are inevitable they’ll lead to timely breakthroughs.

Leo July 22 August 22

Annoying and in some ways pointless as the demands triggered by the recent clash between your ruler the Sun and the practical Saturn were, they’re not only inescapable they’ll prove unexpectedly informative. True, at the moment it’s unclear in what way. Once you’re more involved you’ll realise just how much you’ll learn.

Virgo August 23 September 22

Long ago you learnt how unwise it is to try to justify your decisions to certain argumentative individuals. Still you sometimes fall into the trap of responding to what seems their straightforward questions. Be wary. While their interest is genuine they can’t help but turn asking simple questions into an inquisition.

Libra September 23 October 22

Ordinarily you have an amazing talent for navigating around the peculiarities of others, even those who can be very difficult indeed. Yet recently one particular individual seems to have been troublesome often and deliberately. That’s true. They misunderstood something you did or said which from their perspective gives them a right to behave badly.

Scorpio October 23 November 21

When you make a decision generally you’ll have thought everything through in detail so rarely need to rethink things. In fact the need to do so can make you wonder whether you’ve missed something. On the contrary with so much changing so swiftly a review isn’t just wise it’s vital.

Sagittarius November 22 December 20

Being optimistic by nature most Sagittarians will regard setbacks as a challenge to be overcome rather than a problem. However somebody close by who you live or work with isn’t nearly as upbeat. Avoid discussing plans and simply proceed with what you think is best. The odds are good you’re right.

Capricorn December 21 January 19

If you’re still wrestling with the emotional upheaval triggered by last week’s Capricorn Full Moon it’s no surprise. While some of the issues you’ll have faced were nothing new you regarded others as mere minor concerns, nothing more. Now you’re aware they’re crucial and will require your attention soon if not right away.

Aquarius January 20 February 17

One of your greatest gifts as an Aquarius is your ability to ignore the irritating habits or even unreliable nature of others. Recently however one particular individual seems to care little about whether their words or actions cause you or those around you, problems. Try to be patient. This phase won’t last forever.

Pisces February 18 March 19

Ignoring the complaints of certain individuals isn’t easy. But reviewing their concerns will achieve little. First they’re not actually clear about what’s bothering them so discussions would consist almost entirely of moaning. Equally they’re perfectly capable of dealing with these matters themselves. Actually all they’re interested in is your attention.