STAR GAZING

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

Aries March 20 April 18

The time has come to review certain tricky and, as you’ve discovered, persistent, matters. Ordinarily, you’d have made quick work of these and moved on to a range of other ideas or activities. However, these are as persistent as they are important. You’ll conquer them soon. Until then, give them first priority.

Taurus April 19 May 19

Your battles with certain individuals about plans are intensifying. From your perspective, the matters are as straightforward as they are important. The problem? You fear they’ll view these from their perspective, and without discussion. The solution? Patience. Back off. Give them time to reflect and, equally, to feel they’ve

Gemini May 20 June 19

Ages ago, you had a choice. You could either face a series of conflicts about pointless issues or ignore them, at least for the time being. If you’re a typical Gemini, it was the latter. While that made sense then, now all the facts must come out, in detail, and the sooner, the better.

Cancer June 20 July 21

Several individuals are upset about recent revealing discussions and, in fact, you’re uneasy about what they’re likely to trigger. While those feelings are understandable, these had to come to light sooner or later and, in fact, there’s no better time than the present. The resulting discussions will be amazingly profitable.

Leo July 22 August 21

As a fire sign, one of your strengths is your capacity to stand for what you believe in. That’s no problem. However, at the moment you’re struggling to justify your convictions to others. In truth, their support doesn’t matter. Discuss any issues once, and frankly, then focus your attention on making things happen.

Virgo August 22 September 21

Recently, life’s been about tricky issues and finding solutions that will keep everybody happy. While you, as a Virgo, have a talent for doing that, others don’t. And that’s the problem. Certain individuals have tried to remedy difficulties they aren’t equipped to deal with. Say nothing. Simply deal with these in the background.

Libra September 22 October 21

Although the Sun departs your sign on the 23rd, the planet of communication, Mercury, remains in Libra for a long time, until 5 November. This gives you a timely opportunity to review recent discussions and decisions and, better yet, to join others in exploring the potential of those ideas for the future

Scorpio October 22 November 20

If you’re on edge, it’s no surprise. There’s no way to avoid the tense issues and resulting frank exchanges triggered by the clash between the sometimes hot-headed Mars and your ruler Pluto. Tempting as it is to downplay these, they need to be discussed, and frankly. The sooner you do it, the better.

Sagittarius November 21 December 20

It’s been a long time since anything has worked out the way you’ve hoped. So when new plans begin to fall into place, obviously, you’re thrilled. Be aware that before everything comes together, there are bound to be a few twists and turns. Don’t battle these. Each is bringing timely improvements.

Capricorn December 21 January 19

You’re on the verge of agreeing to arrangements or even changes that, only recently, you wouldn’t even discuss. This is as much about a shift in your own perspective as it is in the actual circumstances. Review this. The resulting insights could lead to yet more timely changes in your arrangements and habits.

Aquarius January 20 February 18

Only days ago, you were steaming with irritation, if not anger, about the unreasonable attitude of one particular individual or, perhaps, an organisation. Now that you’ve discussed the issue in question, you’ve become aware that everyone got something wrong, so nobody was completely right. This is well worth remembering in the future.

Pisces February 19 March 19

Only days ago you were struggling with a range of tricky matters, some relatively minor but others as disruptive as they could be farreaching. What’s amazing is how you’ve managed to exchange your concerns about confronting the individuals or organisations involved for courage, sometimes along with others but, as often, solo.