STAR GAZING

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

Aries March 20 April 18

Being a quick-thinking and fast-moving Aries, you’ve a talent for dealing with sudden developments and, equally, turning unexpected setbacks into something exciting. However, with things moving so swiftly and your own plans unclear, you’re urged to take it slowly. This isn’t just wise, it will prevent you making commitments you’ll later regret.

Taurus April 19 May 19

Although the Taurus Full Moon took place nearly three weeks ago, it was an eclipse, so triggered breakthroughs and timely, if sudden changes. True, it’s taken a while to fully understand how you’d benefit from some of the resulting events. Finally, however, things are clearer and you’re actually thrilled about what happened.

Gemini May 20 June 19

This is a complex week. Knowing that, you’ll forget about making lasting plans or reaching an agreement with certain difficult individuals. Instead, focus on talking things through, knowing that each day will bring yet more changes, so yet more to discuss. Once that’s clear, everything else will make sense.

Cancer June 20 July 21

Over the past weeks you’ve faced a range of tricky issues. Challenging as dealing with them has been, you’ve learnt so much both about the actual matters in question and the people involved that with every passing day, you’re increasingly grateful. And, bizarrely, you’ll also find that, unexpectedly, you’re thrilled with the outcome.

Leo July 22 August 21

Last week’s stunning link between your ruler, the Sun, and fortunate Jupiter triggered exciting ideas and encounters, and you’re still benefiting from many of them. However, some involve changes so unexpected or far-reaching you’re uneasy. While that’s understandable, go for it. You’ll soon be exchanging doubts for enthusiasm.

Virgo August 22 September 21

At the moment, your ruler Mercury is moving swiftly through the signs and, equally, the portions of your chart that accent a range of matters. While you’re better than most at dealing with the current swift pace, you may have to sidestep certain details. That’s okay. You can go back to them later.

Libra September 22 October 21

By no means are you fixed in your thinking. On the contrary, as an inquisitive air sign, you’re often better informed than others about all sorts of things. Still, judging by the current planetary set-up, some surprises are coming your way. Knowing that, ensure your plans are flexible enough to ride out those changes.

Scorpio October 22 November 20

There are few things that irritate you more than being cornered into making a compromise, especially when you’ve spent ages figuring out what’s right or wise. Still, resist the temptation to battle for your own hard-won choices. Circumstances have changed, enough you’ll soon discover those changes are also necessary.

Sagittarius November 21 December 20

Within the past few days, the Sun moved into your sign and then the Sagittarius New Moon, which always accents a fresh start, took place. While you’ve already decided on some changes there are lots more to think about. For now, explore absolutely everything that comes your way.

Capricorn December 21 January 19

As a cautious Capricorn, you may be tempted to put off dealing with, or even ignoring, certain ideas or offers that seem too good to be true. However the current link between dynamic Mars and your ruler Saturn suggests these aren’t just worthwhile, they’re better than you imagined possible. At least explore them.

Aquarius January 20 February 18

You don’t think of yourself as being rebellious, until circumstances such as those you’re currently facing arise. The contrast between the narrow-minded thinking of certain individuals and your own drives you crazy. The solution? Discuss your ideas. The odds are good they’ll realise how unimaginative they’re being.

Pisces February 19 March 19

Understandably, you’re tempted to ignore certain potentially tricky matters in the hope things will resolve themselves. While that’s worked in the past, by the week’s close they’ll need attention. The more you deal with now, the better informed you’ll be when you need to think swiftly or take fast action then.