STAR GAZING

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

Aries

March 20 April 19

You may not be feeling patient. But, actually, it’s the only way you’ll be able to find a way to sidestep the rigid thinking of one particular individual. Dull or, perhaps, pointless as doing this seems now, what comes to light will begin to link to other matters and will gradually clarify it all.

Taurus

April 20 May 20

It’s not that you’ve been secretive but, rather, you’ve avoided even mentioning contentious matters because they’d only upset others. While that’s true, you’ve no choice. The issues in question are nothing new. Raise them diplomatically once again. If you’re ignored, then you’ll have no choice but to be blunt.

Gemini

May 21 June 20

No sign is better at sidestepping situations where there’s a difference of opinion, but one that’s of little significance. However, judging by the current tricky planetary setup, if you ignore those matters now, the odds are good they’ll only become more complicated. That being the case, the sooner you tackle them, the better.

Cancer

June 21 July 21

While every sign is influenced by the confusion triggered by the retrograde Mercury, because it’s accenting family, loved ones and close friends, often the misunderstandings could be informative. The trick is to discuss any concerns or issues frankly, but also take into account how important the feelings of these individuals are to you.

Leo

July 22 August 22

Somebody seems to think certain rather tricky matters are your responsibility and, worse, they’re blaming you for difficulties they’re struggling with. This is a trap. Their problems are theirs, and theirs alone, to deal with. However, since they’re unlikely to recognise that, discussing this is a waste of time. Quietly back off.

Virgo

August 23 September 22

Ordinarily, when you’re organising something, whatever its nature and whomever is involved, you’ll ask all the questions you need to first, then proceed. However, with so much changing, and swiftly, what seems solid facts may be unreliable. For now, proceed, but ensure that whatever you organise can be easily rethought.

Libra

September 23 October 22

Although you don’t regard yourself as stubborn, whether it’s a plan of your own or a commitment to others, you’ll do all you can to stick with it. However, with your ruler Venus moving into a new position and triggering completely unanticipated developments, you’ll be exploring, and accepting, all sorts of ideas and offers.

Scorpio

October 23 November 21

Recent discussions with others have been both profitable and easy, mostly because the individuals in question are much more open about their feelings and facts than you are. However helpful their attitude was, it’s unlikely that you, as a Scorpio, will ever be as forthcoming. You value your privacy, and always will.

Sagittarius

November 22 December 20

For the past month or so you’ve had to play it cool in certain situations about which you’ve passionate feelings but which, as has become increasingly clear, others disagree, in some cases, heatedly. Sidestepping discussions may seem a compromise. However, because their mood is about to change, it’s a wise strategy.

Capricorn

December 21 January 19

It’s rare that you need to rethink plans, mostly because when making them, you’ll carefully check out the details and, equally, talk things through with others. However, not everybody is that thorough, as is becoming increasingly clear. Wait and watch. Others will work things out, but in their own time.

Aquarius

January 20 February 17

The influence of Mercury’s retrograde cycle, which has just begun, is shared by every sign. While the resulting confusion is universal, because this particular period accents the structure of your life, the resulting minor errors and misunderstandings could reveal crucial issues. Don’t wait to discuss these. The sooner you do it, the better.

Pisces

February 18 March 19

Keeping a promise is, for you, a matter of honour. While this is understandable, and obviously, you don’t want to disappoint others, you really needn’t worry about last minute changes. At the moment, in fact, they’re not only inevitable, they could be clearing the way for something far better. You’ll soon see what.