STAR GAZING

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

Aries

March 20 April 18

For ages, certain individuals have been complaining about problems in a range of settings and, equally, with a range of once-rewarding relationships. However, they do nothing about the issues in question. You’re beginning to pick up some of those habits. Catch that, and now. They won’t do you any good.

Taurus

April 19 May 19

It’s not that you dislike others being helpful or doing you favours. It’s that often they do what they think will make you happy, which is miles from what you actually want. Still, it’s a starting point. The secret? Make this the beginning of discussions about what you’d prefer and, in fact, would be best.

Gemini

May 20 June 19

If you’re feeling restless, it’s no surprise. For ages you’ve been sidestepping certain ideas. While in the past that’s been no problem, at the moment certain individuals have insisted on doing things their way, which is very different from your approach. So you’ve backed off. Now, finally, it’s time to take action.

Cancer

June 20 July 21

Tempting as it is to disentangle yourself from the dramas taking place around you and, equally, the people involved, you’ve something to gain from the experience. And that is the knowledge that, despite others’ ups and downs, you can keep you cool. Challenging as this seems initially, it will soon become second nature.

Leo

July 22 August 21

You don’t think of yourself as stubborn. It’s only when you’re faced with events that give you little choice but to do things differently or, equally, are dealing with individuals who won’t even discuss changes that you realise you must go with the flow. Do exactly that. You’ll be glad you did.

Virgo

August 22 September 21

The time has come to disentangle yourself from an arrangement that became part of your life because you were trying to help somebody else. That worked, but you still haven’t disentangled yourself. Begin now. This won’t be easy. However, the longer you wait, the more complicated the process will be.

Libra

September 22 October 21

For ages you’ve prided yourself on being loyal to certain individuals. True, it hasn’t always been easy, but you’ve managed to overlook your own feelings and focus on theirs. The time has come to draw the line. For now, simply withdraw quietly, and think things through. Within days you’ll know what to do.

Scorpio October 22 November 20

Usually you avoid even mentioning certain potential changes, for fear others would influence you thinking and, ultimately, your decisions. However, you’re now recognising that certain individuals, and their inquisitive nature, help you focus on questions you need to ask. This insight is incredibly valuable now, and will be in the future as well.

Sagittarius

November 21 December 20

While you’re tactful when the situation requires, long ago you realised it’s far better to say what’s on your mind, discuss issues frankly, then move on. As is increasingly clear, one particular individual thinks and makes decisions slowly. Accept them as they are. It will be frustrating but easier in the long run.

Capricorn

December 21 January 19

Only days ago you’d have stated that certain elements of your own life and, equally, arrangements with others are unchanging. While that was true then, sudden and timely developments have made it clear that an extensive rethink is necessary. Tempting as it is to do this alone, get help. You won’t regret it.

Aquarius

January 20 February 18

One of your best allies, especially during unsettling periods such as this, is your sense of humour. The problem? Certain individuals don’t understand how you can take the matters in question seriously, yet also laugh about them. The fact is, they never will understand. The solution? Simply change the subject.

Pisces

February 19 March 19

Disentangling yourself from one particular situation won’t be easy. While that may seem justification for avoiding it, today’s complications will get worse next week, and the week after. If you need motivation, think of times in the past when you moved swiftly and decisively and things fell into place almost magically. That can happen now.