STAR GAZING

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

Aries March 20 April 18

You’re easily bored so need lots to do, think about and lots of challenges as well. Yet even you could feel overwhelmed by the sudden changes triggered by the current planetary activity in your sign. This particularly involves the confusion triggered by the communication planet Mercury being positioned in Aries and also retrograde.

Taurus April 19 May 19

When you decided to sidestep mentioning certain issues it was because you knew they’d only cause confusion if not upset. Since then however the facts haven’t just come out in the open, they’re being widely discussed. Join in these discussions too. It’s unlikely you’ll be asked why you didn’t say anything earlier.

Gemini May 20 June 20

A few days ago, your ruling planet Mercury began one of its regular cycles of retrograde movement which tends to trigger confusion. While some will involve personal matters, as many of those errors will highlight the rather stubborn attitude of certain individuals and even more their refusal to admit they’re in the wrong.

Cancer June 21 July 21

Those closest at home or at work are facing very tricky issues. While obviously you can’t ignore their concerns you can diplomatically sidestep discussions. If asked for advice listen intently then say you need time to think. This allows you to back off leaving them to resolve what are essentially their problems.

Leo July 22 August 21

Last week your ruler the Sun moved into the most expansive angles of your chart, beginning a cycle of questioning and exploration. In the process however you’re running into a bizarre range of obstacles. Tedious as these are, each is teaching you something that will come in handy if not prove crucial.

Virgo August 22 September 21

Although it was nearly a month ago it would be no surprise you weren’t still thinking about certain unspoken issues triggered by the Virgo Full Moon. While you’ve discussed and dealt with several at the time one or two remain unresolved. Be patient. These are more complex than you realise.

Libra September 22 October 22

The last thing you’re in the mood for is dealing with tricky yet unspoken situations. While there’s no escaping these you can tackle them slowly. Better yet you can back off and allow if not force others to come up with suggestions. This demands patience but reduces the likelihood of disagreements later.

Scorpio October 23 November 21

As a canny Scorpio you long ago realised that when dealing with difficult situations or uncooperative individuals often the less you say the fewer complications there are. While that’s worked in the past the full facts are already known to everybody. That being the case prepare to discuss matters frankly and fully.

Sagittarius November 22 December 20

It’s rare that you allow disappointments of any kind to get to you. While you may be upset for a short while, as a Sagittarian you’ll have other ideas in mind and probably plans in the works. Still, what’s happening now is touching you deeply. It shows how much you care.

Capricorn December 21 January 18

Usually you have little problem making even very tough decisions. Being a practical earth sign you weigh up the facts then assess what’s best and organise plans. While usually this is relatively straightforward, judging by tricky aspects involving your ruler Saturn even what should be very simple matters could be exceedingly complicated.

Aquarius January 19 February 17

For ages you’ve been meaning to discuss and untangle certain troublesome misunderstandings, but something has always distracted you. The fact is you rather dread these so have welcomed whatever you could put first. However as time has passed these have become more pressing, enough that they need attention now.

Pisces February 18 March 19

Letting go of plans you worked hard to create won’t be easy. But struggling to keep them going when in truth they were a good idea but just didn’t work is colossally unwise. Difficult as it is to believe now actually saying farewell to these it will be a huge relief.