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IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY

The move by the planet of communication and ideas, Mercury, into Libra on your birthday is all about what you think and what you say. That seems simple but, as situations will soon make clear, this is all about being far more forthright about your feelings, pro and con, and your desires and objectives, than is usually the case. While, initially, this might be challenging, you’ll soon find being so open isn’t just easier, it gives life a new excitement.

Aries March 20 – April 18

Most of the time, you’ve no problem making decisions. Yet you’re worried about certain matters, so much you’re uncharacteristically anxious. This isn’t about the actual situation but, rather, somebody who’s been relentlessly critical. Ignoring them won’t be easy, but if you’re to make those decisions, and without anxiety, it’s essential.

Taurus April 19 – May 19

As an earth sign, your instincts are powerful. And they’re saying that unsettling as certain personal or emotional issues are, it’s not the moment to raise them. Not only are those feelings right, you’ve facts to gather and lots to think about. What you learn now could substantially reshape your views.

Gemini May 20 – June 19

It’s no secret, you enjoy a lively exchange of ideas, and will sometimes challenge others for the sheer joy of the resulting debate. With so much in transition, however, certain individuals are taking things far more seriously than usual. As a result, they could easily misunderstand your efforts to be playful.

Cancer June 20 – July 21

Jupiter has just moved to accent the structure of your life. This is all about potential. Explaining the form these ideas or events will take isn’t easy. In fact, you may be more aware of what’s going than what’s next. Still, this cycle lasts a year, so there’s no rush.

Leo July 22 – August 21

Now that Mercury has joined your ruler the Sun and fortunate Jupiter in the portion of your chart that has to do with discussion in general, and especially with important new ideas, even a minor encounter could to lead to something thrilling. Knowing that, chat with anybody and everybody you meet.

Virgo August 22 – September 21

While you, as a Virgo, sometimes lose your temper, you later regret it. At the moment, however, it’s the reverse. You’re beginning to realise that the only way you’ll get the attention of one particularly troublesome individual is by getting seriously angry with them, even if that involves play-acting on your part.

Libra September 22 – October 21

The last thing you want to do is upset anybody. Yet it’s becoming increasingly apparent that, if you’re to deal with certain persistent problems, that’s exactly what you’ll have to do. The individuals in question are happy with things as they are, and will do nothing unless you force their hand.

Scorpio October 22 – November 20

When you decided to avoid mentioning certain matters, it was because you assumed others weren’t interested and you felt uneasy discussing them. Since then, however, circumstances have changed and so has the role of certain individuals. Now you have no choice but to talk about these openly, and with everybody concerned.

Sagittarius November 21 – December 20

Infuriating as the obstacles you’re dealing with are, they aren’t just important, they involve the variety of practicalities you generally ignore. While, usually, you manage to deal with such matters on the run, the situations you’re contending with now are more complex, and require a more conventional approach and more serious attention.

Capricorn December 21 – January 19

The fact certain longstanding arrangements are coming undone could seem reason for concern. On the contrary, with expansive Jupiter now accenting the portion of your chart that has to do with these pursuits, it’s time for a clear out. These are allowing the way for something new and wonderful.

Aquarius January 20 – February 18

As stimulating and, often, inspiring as a lively debate about the rights and wrongs of certain matters seems, the ideas discussed can easily be forgotten, sometimes within hours. However, those you’re talking over now aren’t just of significance, you’ll soon realise that they’re forming the foundation for timely, and lasting, changes.

Pisces February 19 – March 19

Long ago you learnt that not everybody has your instincts about circumstances or, in fact, the trustworthiness of certain individuals. Often, when you’ve expressed concerns, others have taken your words seriously. Now, however, they want facts. If they’re in that kind of mood, you’re better off politely changing the subject.