STAR GAZING
World-renowned astrologer Shelley von Strunckel writes a daily column exclusively for tabloid!
Aries March 20 April 19
Dull as the situations you’re currently dealing with may be, there’s no arguing they’re an essential part of plans for the future. What’s more once you ruler Mars moves into Aries on January 1 triggering a powerful new cycle of your life you’ll be both relieved and delighted these are in place.
Taurus April 20 May 20
Having been born under what is perhaps the most gracious and tactful of signs you’ve a talent for navigating around even very tricky issues. However what you’re dealing with now requires a far more forthright approach, one that could mean abandoning diplomacy entirely and being frank if not just plain blunt.
Gemini May 21 June 20
The line between a lively exchange of ideas and a real clash is never clear. And with some people already on edge this is especially the case now. Knowing that, be cautious about remarks you regard as witty. Certain already rather uptight individuals could misunderstand these if not take them to heart.
Cancer June 21 July 21
This is one of those tricky periods when timing is everything. And at the moment you and everybody else are dealing with minor but persistent problems and a certain amount of confusion. Do what you must. But if things can wait put them off until next week when those obstacles will vanish.
Leo July 22 August 22
There’s no wrong way to be kind or generous. However one particularly grumpy individual seems to enjoy finding fault with others. Recently this has involved criticising you for your way of discussing ideas and even sharing your feelings. While you can’t silence the individual in question you can ignore them.
Virgo August 23 September 22
Think twice before you try to do something to boost what seems to be the bad mood of one particular individual. With so much in transition constant changes can trigger serious ups and downs, sometimes within hours. Knowing that, ensure they know that you’re close by, but for the moment say nothing.
Libra September 23 October 22
Watching a seemingly thriving friendship or relationship come undone is as perplexing as it is disappointing. Still, resist the temptation to revive it. It may take time, but eventually you’ll realise you were making a great deal of effort to keep it going when the other person wasn’t and in fact cared very little.
Scorpio October 23 November 21
The last thing you’re in the mood for is a discussion regarding the complicated problems of others. It’s not that you don’t care. You do. But you’re aware they will then expect you to share some of your own concerns or struggles which you’ve no intention of doing. Say that, gently. They’ll understand.
Sagittarius November 22 December 20
It was only a month ago that your ruler Jupiter moved into Sagittarius beginning a year-long cycle of growth and good fortune. Exciting as some of what’s come your way already may be it’s only the beginning. This period is as much about exploring future options as here and now plans.
Capricorn December 21 January 19
While you enjoy being generous with others especially family and those you care about, in several recent situations you’ve been made responsible for certain individuals you’re not as close to. This is an important bit of destiny. What you learn from them will make up for anything you do for or give them.
Aquarius January 20 February 17
Trust isn’t easy to build up, but can be demolished with a single thoughtless word or action. Judging by the current planetary setup that could be the case now. If so first ask exactly what the individual in question had in mind. Their answer could explain everything and bizarrely bring you closer.
Pisces February 18 March 19
After having dealt with and accomplished so much recently nobody would blame you for hoping you’d get a break. But clearly you’ve another destiny facing you which involves disentangling yourself from an increasingly tricky situation. While only recently you hoped this would work out you’ve now accepted it is highly unlikely.