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Aries (March 20 – April 19)

Unsettling as sudden changes in existing arrangements are, it’s obvious they are in everybody’s best interests. While this is clear to you, certain individuals remain unconvinced. Because of this, they could try to undermine plans, thereby complicating things for everybody. Discuss this frankly, ensuring they understand what’s worthwhile, point by point.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

As much as you enjoy an exchange of ideas with those you care about or individuals who you admire, aimless chatting isn’t your thing. Yet what emerges from those seemingly unimportant conversations could be amazingly illuminating. Knowing that, regard the time you spend both talking and listening as a valuable investment.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Often, details are crucial. Getting them right can make or break a plan or project. Yet with your ruler Mercury encountering several of the planetary heavyweights over the coming week, dramatic changes in circumstances are inevitable. These, in turn, are bound to force a serious rethink of your overall vision.

Cancer (June 21 – July 21)

Telling others what you expect or want from them isn’t always easy. You sometimes fear they’ll be upset or, perhaps, reject you. Say it anyway. While there may be minor differences, they’re likely to agree with you. Their willingness will, in fact, make you wonder why you worried so much beforehand.

Leo (July 22 – August 22)

Ordinarily, getting involved with something or somebody when you’re short of facts would be colossally unwise. But for the next year, while Jupiter is in Leo, life’s an adventure. It’s about exploration. Knowing that, arrange things so when you’ve learnt what you need to, you can move on to what’s next.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Being shown to be wrong is difficult for any Virgo. While you rightly pride yourself on your accuracy, this time you’re mistaken. Worse, this is costing you money as well as pride. While you’d rather forget this, it’s worth asking somebody you trust to help you discover the source of these errors.

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

While it’s true, often courage involves doing battle for something or somebody, at the moment it could just as well mean being persistent. Let those who matter know what you want and, if necessary, state your case. Then remain by the sidelines, reminding others you’re there, and won’t be going away.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

With both the charming Venus and Mercury, planet of discussion, accenting new ideas, people and places, your world is about to become a bigger and more exciting place. True, you won’t always recognise the promise of certain developments, at least, initially. Knowing this, explore everything, including what seems uninteresting.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 20)

Infuriating as the small-minded thinking of certain individuals may be, don’t let them get to you. Listen to what they say and then ignore their words. Do what you think is right for you and others. Explanations would only be a distraction. Focus on your objectives and nothing else.

Capricorn (December 21 – January 19)

Exciting as the present ideas or offers taking shape may be, you’ve far less control than you’d like. But you not only have no choice in this matter, you’re in a cycle that’s all about learning to share both tasks and decisions. This won’t be easy but it will be hugely informative.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 17)

A week ago you were exasperated with somebody whose refusal to go beyond what they regard as safe boundaries was restricting you, too. Ironically, your irritation has triggered a bout of introspection. Now, you not only understand others better, you’ve recognised where you, too, can be rigid in your thinking.

Pisces (February 18 – March 19)

Sometimes issues are best discussed frankly, each individual expressing their concerns and ideas in turn. At the moment, however, one particular individual needs to talk. And you need to listen. This isn’t about an exchange of ideas or even seeking a solution. They need to air their views, nothing more.