Horoscope: October 12, 2014

Aries (March 20 — April 19)

Don’t be surprised if, having made a decision or organised a plan, you rethink it. This has nothing to do with those plans and everything to do with your ruler Mars being in restless Sagittarius. The questions you ask and ideas you explore will enrich your life in wonderful ways.

Taurus (April 20 — May 20)

Most Taureans have a gift for getting along with even rather difficult individuals. But with your ruler, the usually harmonious Venus, forming a serious of tricky aspects this week and next, if you want to avoid clashes, you’ll need to be patient. If a confrontation’s necessary, this is the time.

Gemini (May 21 — June 20)

Between your capacity to view problems from a fresh perspective and ability to discuss even very tricky matters with deft wit, you’ve a knack for untangling even serious difficulties between others. At the moment those issues are more complex than you realise. Diplomatically, but firmly, steer clear of any such discussions.

Cancer (June 21 — July 21)

When you seek advice from another, you mean it. Many regard conversations of this nature as a way of passing time and so don’t take what’s said seriously. Ensure those you’re talking to are aware that your questions are genuine and so you expect intelligent discussion and a well thought out response.

Leo (July 22 — August 22)

During periods of dramatic change, such as this is, time is at a premium. Everybody is in a hurry to rethink existing arrangements and make new plans. These aren’t actually that urgent. And time with those you care about always takes precedence over life’s changes. Urgent as they seem, there’ll always be more of them.

Virgo (August 23 — September 22)

To you, a promise is exactly that. While you long ago learned that certain individuals view such commitments in a very different manner, now several people have failed you. This isn’t about them, it’s about the unexpected twists and turns that occur so frequently when your ruler Mercury is retrograde.

Libra (September 23 — October 22)

Once you understand the nature of the period of intense change but, equally, of amazing growth than began in late September, you’ll be comfortable with frequent sudden changes. While others may complain, if not worry, you’ll know these events are breaking up patterns that would otherwise hold back you and others.

Scorpio (October 23 — November 21)

Ordinarily you’d probably be right to interpret a last minute change in plans as an indication that the individual in question hadn’t truly committed to your arrangements. But judging by the current extremely unruly planetary activity, everybody, including you, will need to made changes, and sometimes suddenly, if not overnight.

Sagittarius (November 22 — December 20)

Watching others struggle with difficulties is never easy. However, in one or two cases, you’ll realise the problems certain individuals are battling are entirely self-created. They know perfectly well how these can be dealt with. The fact is, they’re rather enjoying the drama and the attention it’s getting them.

Capricorn (December 21 — January 19)

When you’ve done everything you can, when you’ve dealt with the day’s obligations and made arrangements for the future, the next step is the past. You’ll want to concentrate on undoing the past, letting go of what no longer works or, more importantly, those arrangements you’re still hoping will work out.

Aquarius (January 20 — February 17)

Hopefully, by now you’ve accepted that if you’re to take certain rather thrilling ideas or offers to the next stage, you’ll need to leave other familiar elements of your life behind. Initially this may seem unfair. But soon events will make it clear why it’s essential you make way for these.

Pisces (February 18 — March 19)

Others may be in a hurry to put plans into place. And nobody would blame you for being eager to get things going. But the fact is, you’re still short of vital information. You’ll get it, but probably not until the end of the month. Knowing that, make those plans but ensure they’re flexible.

If it’s your birthday today

Although being ruled by Venus, planet of charm, you work to maintain harmonious relationships, you also enjoy a little excitement from time to time. This can appear in the form of minor clashes with those you know or unexpected but exciting encounters. This is exactly what you’re experiencing at the moment. Unsettling as these are, they’re not only adding some colour to your life, you’re learning a great deal about yourself as well.