Horoscope: March 4, 2016

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Aries | March 20 – April 18



Sometimes obstacles are no more than that. But those that appear now are forcing you to review one particular arrangement that’s dear to your heart. While times have changed, your feelings about this haven’t. It’s worth pausing to consider whether you’re getting as much from this as you’re investing in it.

Taurus | April 19 – May 19



Living with the pressure to make unwelcome changes is no fun. While these are inevitable, you needn’t undertake them right away. Plan a brief break, perhaps one lasting a couple of days. If you can’t get away, you can at least focus on other matters. You’ll return refocused and more optimistic.

Gemini | May 20 – June 19



Planning ahead may be a virtue. But now, with your ruler Mercury moving into a new sign and with next Wednesday’s eclipse shaking things up, both your perspective and the actual circumstances in question are bound to change, probably several times. If you must make plans, just ensure they’re flexible.

Cancer | June 20 – July 21



There are many varieties of decisions. Those currently being discussed may sound very final. But that’s only because those making them don’t know about the power of March’s two eclipses, on the 9th and the 23rd. These won’t just shake things up, they’ll open doors to options that, today, seem impossible.

Leo | July 22 – August 21



While practical and financial matters can be interesting, those you’re currently facing are dull, as are the individuals involved. Still, with the Sun and the eclipsed New Moon, in a few days’ time, accenting these, you’ll want to get ready for the powerful changes that will require both quick thinking and teamwork.

Virgo | August 22 – September 21



Your reaction to complaints from others depends on the situation. If the individual in question is moaning because circumstances require they make an effort, it’s unlikely you’ll be sympathetic. But now, when sudden changes are creating disarray, you’ll be kinder, mostly because you’re facing difficulties of a similar nature.

Libra | September 22 – October 21



Between now and mid-March both the ideas planet Mercury and your ruler Venus move into one of the most practical angles of your chart. This begins a cycle during which you’ll finally be in the position and mood to reorganise elements of your life that have been a persistent source of concern.

Scorpio | October 22 – November 20



Being told you shouldn’t take the seemingly underhand attitude of others personally is one thing, but actually ignoring the resulting feelings is quite another matter. While nobody would blame you for being concerned, it’s an unsettling period, and this can lead to odd, if not very worrying, behaviour.

Sagittarius | November 21 – December 20



You’ve clear views about most matters, in your own life, the circumstances of others and, equally, in the world around you. Yet you’re often hesitant about expressing certain opinions, simply because you don’t want to waste time in pointless debates with those who disagree. Judging by the current mood, this is especially wise.

Capricorn | December 21 – January 19



Of the twelve signs, you have perhaps the strongest work ethic. However, you rarely think about this until circumstances, perhaps a joint venture of some sort, put you side by side with somebody else. That’s the case now. Their version of a serious effort is, from your perspective, doing the minimum.

Aquarius | January 20 – February 18



As an Aquarius, you’ve the advantage of being genuinely interested in others. You make a point of asking about their ideas, passions and objectives. Bear in mind, however, the rest of the world isn’t nearly as inquisitive, which means you’ll have to explain why certain matters mean so much to you.

Pisces | February 19 – March 19



If asked, you wouldn’t describe yourself as secretive. Yet you keep a wide range of emotions, opinions and concerns to yourself, sidestepping them for fear of causing upset. But now, not only is it vital you express these, the resulting conversations will heal rifts you thought you’d just have to live with.

Published in The Express Tribune, March 4^th, 2016.