Horoscope: February 3, 2016

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Aries | March 20 – April 19



Obstacles are nothing new. While usually you can do something about them, not only are things out of your hands, it’s better if you back off entirely. Initially this may seem weak. But once you learn more about the circumstances in question, you’ll realise they’re not yours to deal with.

Taurus | April 20 – May 20



Unsettling and, in some cases, annoying as last minute changes in plans may be, they’re also unavoidable. While, obviously, you thought things through when you first organised arrangements, circumstances have changed, some extensively. The time you invest in asking questions now will save you both time, and embarrassment, later.

Gemini | May 21 – June 20



Many Geminis benefit from an unusual variety of good fortune. It involves your rare capacity to be in the right place, at the right time. This is especially the case now. Knowing that, explore absolutely everything that comes your way, since even seemingly uninteresting events and encounters could bring astonishing results.

Cancer | June 21 – July 22



Sudden development may throw existing arrangements into chaos, and annoy you and others. Yet, they’re also forcing a review of certain situations you’ve regarded as unchanging. Knowing that, instead of doing the minimum, delve into their source in depth. What you learn will be informative now, and in the future.

Leo | July 23 – August 22



Sometimes clashes are only that, a matter of differing views. But the issues involved now are deeper and more complex than you realise. While it’s important that you talk these over, ensure you set aside adequate time and, even more, be prepared to ask lots of questions and demand clear cut answers.

Virgo | August 23 – September 22



Obviously you’d rather make plans once and be done with it. But with both your ruler Mercury and the usually harmonious Venus at odds with unsettling Uranus this week, even straightforward arrangements are unlikely to last long. Once you learn more about these changes, you’ll realise how timely they are.

Libra | September 23 – October 22



If your instincts are telling you that opportunity is in the air, they’re right. However, these may not come together until the middle of next week, when your ruler Venus superbly aspects fortunate Jupiter. Knowing that, between now and then, focus on exploring what’s arisen but keep your options open.

Scorpio | October 23 – November 21



Although the New Moon isn’t until Monday the 8th, because it influences the structure of your life, you’ll be aware changes are in the air. While many are welcome, if not overdue, others could seem abrupt if not worrying. Still, deep down you’re conscious that certain familiar arrangements can’t last forever.

Sagittarius | November 22 – December 21



Life would be a lot easier if the new ideas and changes being discussed could be agreed now. This would leave you time to explore them while alterations could be easily made. Do it. While some will be upset, others will be delighted you took the reins and made things happen.

Capricorn | December 22 – January 19



The line between persistence and sheer stubbornness isn’t always clear, as you’re discovering. Difficult as letting go of certain plans, projects or personal passions is, several of these are devouring your time, energy and, in some cases, heart. You know which ones they are. The challenge is taking the next step.

Aquarius | January 20 – February 17



Watching things you’ve worked hard to create come undone isn’t easy. Yet your instincts have been telling you that it’s time to rethink these. While the idea of letting them go may come as somewhat of a shock, once you’ve given this a little thought, you’ll realise they’ve become a burden.

Pisces | February 18 – March 19



For ages you’ve been trying to come up with a way to extricate yourself from certain burdensome arrangements. Be prepared to move swiftly because the New Moon, early next week, actually accents such matters. Events will give you a chance to deal with these but, of course, you must take it.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 3^rd,  2016.