Horoscope: February 19, 2016

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Aries | March 20 – April 19



Usually, you’re decisive. In fact, your ability to deal with even crucial matters swiftly, then move on, is one of your strengths. Now, however, you’re unsure what to do. That’s because you’re lacking information. Think things through and you’ll realise you’re missing crucial details. Only once they’re clear can you proceed.

Taurus | April 20 – May 20



It’s easy to be decisive about life’s practicalities. Matters of the heart are something else entirely. Yet with the planet that accents such things, Venus, now in the most decisive portion of your chart, certain arrangements will need to be examined, rethought and, quite possibly, substantially altered, if not brought to an end.

Gemini | May 21 – June 20



As much as you enjoy a lively exchange of ideas, usually things move swiftly from discussion to decision-making. But recently, talks seemed endless. Now, suddenly, the mood has shifted and not only is the focus on those decisions, within days you could be putting what you opt for into action.

Cancer | June 21 – July 22



The time has come to take a day off from life, or at least from its more serious elements. After weeks of dealing with challenging situations and complicated people, you’ve achieved wonders. You’ve also become so accustomed to working under pressure, you’ve forgotten how to stop. Today, take a break.

Leo | July 23 – August 22



Most Leos are compassionate by nature, which means when you spot somebody struggling, you’ll give them a hand first, and ask about details later. At the moment, however, you’re urged to question exactly why one particular individual needs help. You’ll soon realise they’ve caused their own problems and will again.

Virgo | August 23 – September 22



If you’re in the mood for celebration, but are unsure why, it’s no surprise. After months of being trapped focusing on certain matters, the planetary setup has shifted and, as a result, your world’s broader and more interesting. While you’re still facing dilemmas, at least they’re new ones.

Libra | September 23 – October 22



Between the Sun moving to accent certain tricky arrangements and Monday’s Full Moon, which brings issues to a head, the time has come to tackle these. True, your past efforts have achieved little. Still, with this variety of planetary backup, you’ll be amazed how easy it is to find a solution.

Scorpio | October 23 – November 21



With both Mercury and Venus, planet of both relationship and money, accenting the structure of your life, it’s time to pause, reflect and review your position. True, certain decisions seem pressing. Still, you’re better off reflecting on the full facts rather than making swift agreements you’d only need to rethink later.

Sagittarius | November 22 – December 21



Those who’re unable to say what needs to be said quickly are hugely annoying. They’re not only exasperating, you end up finishing their sentences, then feel bad because you know it’s rude. Worse, the individual in question has valuable information to offer. This once, you’ve no choice but to be patient.

Capricorn | December 22 – January 19



Out of character as it may be, your chart suggests you’re about to say a very impulsive ‘yes’ to a sudden and appealing invitation or offer. This won’t just be fun, it’s a reminder that a life well lived is one in which each element is kept in balance.

Aquarius | January 20 – February 17



The fact that Venus, planet of love and beauty is in Aquarius is, as you’d expect, good news. While it’s true, it heightens your awareness of life’s pleasures, it also calls attention to areas where you’re short-changing yourself. Initially these seemed unimportant but, as you’re realising, they’re more significant than you realised.

Pisces | February 18 – March 19



Often you forget that your intuition is sharper than others’. However, it’s the primary reason you’re not especially bothered about the increasingly heightened feelings everybody’s experiencing. These are part of the cycle that climaxes with March’s two eclipses. While others are struggling, you sense these are leading to timely changes.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 19^th, 2016.