Aries (March 20 – April 19)

While you sometimes complain about your responsibilities being overwhelming, actually having others shoulder some of these is another matter. Now that your ruler Mars is accenting joint ventures, you’ll need to at least share decisions, if not hand the reins over to certain individuals. In truth, it will be a relief.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Letting others have their way could lead to problems, and not only for them, but for you, too. Or so it seems. Before making decisions, ask a few questions. Unwise as their plans seem, once you know more, you’ll realise their judgement is sound, and in both your interests and theirs.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

During most of the week, both your ruler Mercury and the Sun remain in one of the most detail-orientated portions of your chart. While what’s involved may not be exciting, the facts you’re dealing with and what you learn will influence pivotal decisions now, and shape your plans the future.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

The feeling that one particular individual is keeping vital facts under wraps isn’t exactly new. You’ve sensed it for ages. But now that you know more, you’re facing a more complex challenge, deciding what to say and when. Waste no time worrying. Simply tell them you’re puzzled and want an explanation.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

It may seem you’ve ages to deal with certain tedious family matters. But judging by the planetary activity at the end of the week, either others will take things into their own hands or destiny will make decisions for everybody concerned. If so, they’ll be ones you won’t be happy about.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

By no means are you narrow-minded. Yet with your ruler Mercury having been positioned in the portion of your chart that accents financial and practical matters, you’ve had little time for anything, or anybody, else. Now that it’s moved, it’s time to do some exploring. What you learn could surprise you.

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Last week both your own ruling planet Venus and the courageous Mars moved into Libra. Finally, you’ll be able to tackle certain tasks that have remained undone for far too long. That being the case, you’re urged to review these beforehand. You’ll discover that many need a rethink.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

Although often the influence of the New Moon is so subtle it can pass without being noticed, you’ll undoubtedly have been aware of the influence of last week’s, simply because it was in your sign. Even more, you’re still reflecting on many of the powerful questions raised at the time.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

In early November the planet of ideas and communication, Mercury, moved into the most strategic portion of your chart. This indicated it was time to tackle several tricky situations. While you’ve dealt with some, you’re hoping others will work themselves out. They won’t and, in fact, will require your swift attention.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

After a period during which there was a lot of talk but little action, suddenly things are moving swiftly. While this is a relief, decisions are pressing and you’re short of vital facts. Do something out of character. Base plans on what you know but inform others changes are inevitable.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 17)

The period since early October won’t have been an easy or interesting one. Still, the emphasis on practical, financial or business matters forced you to deal with a range of issues you’d been rather hoping would vanish. Better yet, what you learnt from these has prepared you for this week’s crucial decisions.

Pisces (February 18 – March 19)

Watching arrangements you struggled to organise come undone isn’t easy. Yet your instincts have been telling you things are unlikely to proceed as anticipated. Not only is that correct, the more willing you are to encourage changes, the more likely these plans are to survive, although in an altered form.

If it’s your birthday

You’re superb at allowing others to think they’re in charge when, in fact, you’re organising things from the background. But now that you must actually let go of control in certain arrangements, it’s another matter. The irony is, leaving these in the hands of others will be a relief. It’s just that you’d prefer to have made the decision. As you’ll soon realise, this frees you to concentrate on important changes in your priorities and, in turn, your thinking and habits.