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IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY

The time has come to take a tough line. This applies to certain consistently troublesome individuals in your life and, equally, to situations where there are always problems. This is partly because you’re unsure what to do. The answer is, get involved. It’s about your attention, and coming up with solutions, on your own but, even more, tackling those issues with others. Once you begin, you’ll be amazed how swiftly you turn those problems around.

Aries March 20 – April 18

Only recently, certain issues were of little significance, so you didn’t give them much thought. However, recent changes in circumstances have meant suddenly, these matters are crucial. Thus it’s vital that, first, you do your research and update your views, then once that’s dealt with, you discuss these frankly with others.

Taurus April 19 – May 19

Tempting as it is to focus on, and try to figure out, the source of recent tense situations involving those closest, you’ll only create confusion. If you can’t spot the problem, that’s because it doesn’t interest you. For now, say nothing. You’ll learn what was behind these, but not right away.

Gemini May 20 – June 20

You’ve no objection to changes, even those that arise at the last minute. However, some of what’s arisen is so dramatic or would be so unsettling that even you are tempted to try to sidestep them. Don’t. Not only are they inevitable, you’ll soon realise they’re in your best interests.

Cancer June 21 – July 21

It’s time to stand your ground with one particularly difficult individual. Their tendency to be argumentative is, in fact, one of the reasons you’ve avoided a confrontation. The irony is, they know they’re in the wrong, and will actually be relieved when you make it clear what’s acceptable and what isn’t.

Leo July 22 – August 21

Few things are more annoying than watching plans you worked hard to organise coming undone. However, these changes would clear the way for you to explore, if not get involved in certain promising ideas or offers. For now, keep things flexible, knowing that within a couple of days, you can finalise arrangements.

Virgo August 22 – September 21

Long ago you learnt when to express your concerns about others’ plans and, equally, when to keep your thoughts to yourself. Unfortunately, not everybody has that skill, which means one particular individual is convinced you not only want their advice, you need it. Listen politely, then quietly ignore their suggestions.

Libra September 22 – October 22

The time has come to take a tough line with certain individuals who have a talent for finding something to complain about in even the best of circumstances. While, ordinarily, you’d brush this off, talk things over, and frankly. You’ll be amazed how much better you understand them, and they, you.

Scorpio October 23 – November 21

As a discreet Scorpio, you’ve a gift for ensuring that those who needn’t be involved in even potentially explosive issues are unaware of their existence. While, mostly, that’s wise, at the moment you not only need to ensure others are informed about these, you’ll want to update them regularly.

Sagittarius November 22 – December 20

While you take great pleasure in debating ideas and, especially, the options that unanticipated events offer, not everybody enjoys this. Especially now, while unexpected changes are making others anxious. Once you understand the nature of the feelings they’re wrestling with, you’ll do a lot of listening and will say very little.

Capricorn December 21 – January 18

Sometimes differences are no more than that, diverging views. However, it’s worth exploring the origins of those that arise now. Don’t just question this but delve into its source. What you learn about your perspective, that of others and, even more, the actual situation could be amazingly informative, if not life-changing.

Aquarius January 19 – February 17

Usually you’re the first to note, and respond to, new and even more, innovative, ideas. Currently, however, somebody else has spotted an amazing concept and is trying to convince you to join them in learning what’s on offer, but you’ve been surprisingly stubborn. At least explore this. You won’t regret it.

Pisces February 18 – March 19

The last thing you’re in the mood to do is confront somebody about their lazy approach to life or their troublesome attitude. Yet if you don’t address this issue now, the individual in question will assume you’ve no objection to their antics. That being the case, their behaviour will only get worse.