STAR GAZING

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

Aries March 20 April 19

From your perspective life would be a lot easier if others would stop wasting time discussing pointless ideas when things are fine as they are. However despite your irritation at the resulting delays you’ll soon realise just how much you’ll benefit from changes in existing arrangements and better yet the ideas others are exploring.

Taurus April 20 May 20

The events triggered by the last week’s clash between your ruler Venus and the unpredictable Uranus were seriously unsettling. True, some were in the air. But others were such a surprise you didn’t know what to do. On reflection that’s best since despite events being unexpected everything worked out brilliantly.

Gemini May 21 June 20

Your ruler Mercury’s retrograde cycle may have ended last week, but as usual there’s fallout. And in several forms. While some involves no more than undetected errors you’re also discovering misunderstandings that weren’t spotted when the actual discussion took place. If you can make a point of catching these the moment they arise.

Cancer June 21 July 21

As a Cancerian you’re an intuitive water sign although you may be amongst those who don’t acknowledge it. Whether that’s the case or not you’re bound to see the exciting, powerful and positive changes coming your way. While you won’t necessarily pursue them all at least explore them. You won’t regret it.

Leo July 22 August 22

Last week’s difficult planetary activity involving your ruler the Sun, volatile Mars and Neptune, planet of illusion is bound to have led to clashes, disappointments or both. Challenging as this was at the time what you’ve learnt about certain persistent problems and equally certain very tricky individuals explains a lot.

Virgo August 23 September 22

While you’ve coped well with it you’re bound to be relieved that your ruler Mercury is no longer retrograde. However it’s worth bearing in mind that this is only part of what’s behind the current chaotic mood. Worthwhile as the current changes are they’re still disruptive and there’s little to be done about it.

Libra September 23 October 22

Having managed to sidestep potentially unsettling if not upsetting issues for weeks events are now cornering you into addressing these. While some can be tackled solo, as you proceed you’ll realise others require expert guidance possibly from a professional. What you learn and the ideas suggested will be amazingly helpful.

Scorpio October 23 November 21

Despite your best intentions you’ve been unable to discuss and deal with certain tricky matters. Obviously this has been frustrating. However with both Venus and Mercury positioned in your sign and better yet Mercury no longer retrograde you should be able to talk through those issues and finally manage to resolve them.

Sagittarius November 22 December 20

Although the Sagittarius New Moon was last Friday the odds are good you’re still reflecting on the insights it triggered and as much the unexpected events that have come your way. While you’re still working out how to respond to most of what arose several unexpected developments have triggered serious questions.

Capricorn December 21 January 19

Dealing with one particular individual who regards planning ahead as dull is exasperating. But that’s the way they are and your past efforts to alter their attitude have achieved little. You could however organise things for them while making your own plans then tell them what they’ll be doing. It may work.

Aquarius January 20 February 17

There’s no way around it, you’ll be facing some tricky situations this week. However once you’ve got them out of your way it should be smooth sailing. That’s good timing because it’s preparing you for the fantastic developments promised by the Sun’s link to your ruler Uranus on the 20th.

Pisces February 18 March 19

While your powerful intuition undoubtedly helped overcome certain of the confusion triggered by Mercury’s recent retrograde cycle you’ll still be relieved you’re no longer coping with the accompanying twists and turns. In fact it’s possible several of the most persistent and puzzling matters will manage to put themselves in order.