STAR GAZING

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

Aries March 20 April 19

Not only do you admit to having a stubborn streak you take some pride in it. That’s because when you’re challenged by delays or frustrating obstacles that stubbornness helps sustain your focus. However with circumstances changing so too must your thinking. More possibly than you’ve anticipated or regard as wise.

Taurus April 20 May 20

Usually planning ahead is sensible and enables you to streamline even tricky tasks. But with the actual situations in question changing frequently if not every day you’re urged to ensure whatever you organise is flexible enough you can rethink arrangements easily and equally just as often as you need to.

Gemini May 21 June 20

Although every sign is influenced by your ruler Mercury’s retrograde cycle the fact it’s now accenting close alliances, personal and out in the world, could actually benefit you. How? If you’re alert you’ll catch errors both past and present as they appear. Better yet you’ll put them right and without any drama.

Cancer June 21 July 21

It’s the rare Cancerian who’ll argue with others for the fun of it. Yet one particular individual has been so unreasonable you’ve found yourself being difficult with no other intention than spite. Actually that’s fair. And what’s more you’ll soon realise playing it tough is giving you the upper hand.

Leo July 22 August 22

Few things are more rewarding than giving somebody who needs it help that isn’t just welcome but changes the life of the individual in question. Judging by the past months’ planetary activity that’s exactly what you’ve done. Now it’s over. You’ll be relieved but also feel a slight sense of loss.

Virgo August 23 September 22

Planning ahead is always a virtue. But as you’ll discover over the coming weeks with your ruler Mercury retrograde and triggering both the discovery of past errors and leading to new ones things won’t be quite so straightforward. Disruptive as rethinking those plans may be often those changes will lead to welcome improvements.

Libra September 23 October 22

Obviously you’ll be relieved that certain once worrying issues seem to have been settled and without upset. While it’s true things are quiet now by no means should you regard these as something you can put behind you. Ideally in fact you’ll tackle the matters in question now while you can without unnecessary drama.

Scorpio October 23 November 21

You don’t think of yourself as stubborn. But when you’re determined to make a point or shift the unrealistic attitude of somebody you simply won’t give up. However if you haven’t been making much progress you’re urged to analyse your current approach and strategy, and consider how it could be improved.

Sagittarius November 22 December 20

While you long ago learnt discussing changes with those whose minds are rigid achieves little you can take advantage of current unsettling developments. Some of what’s arisen will force the individuals in question to rethink arrangements whether they want to or not. And you can be there to influence their decisions.

Capricorn December 21 January 19

Usually when facts are needed you know what to do or who to ask. But recent events have taken you into new and unfamiliar territory. This is an adventure both in terms of what you learn and who you encounter. But most of all it’s about discovering a whole new way of learning about life.

Aquarius January 20 February 17

Because you find those in the world around you fascinating you enjoy listening to what they have to say even if you’ve little interest in the long term or perhaps radically disagree. However certain situations and even certain individuals seem designed to irritate you. It’s that true. You’ll learn the most from these.

Pisces February 18 March 19

For ages you’ve understood the distinction between situations where it’s essential that facts are correct and in detail versus those in which you can be more easygoing. With so much in transition however you can take a casual approach even those that would ordinarily require a great deal of time and detailed attention.