Horoscope: May 8, 2016

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Aries | March 20 – April 19



Few things irritate you more than those who insist they’re right despite the obvious facts. While ordinarily you’d argue, it would be unwise. First, it’s a waste of time. But also, you may be confident of your facts. Still, during changeable periods like this, unexpected and possibly embarrassing revelations are inevitable.

Taurus | April 20 – May 20



There’s one way around somebody who’s being stubborn, and that’s to be persistent. Yet in a particular situation in which you’re being rather inflexible, somebody is trying that strategy, and it’s getting them nowhere. You know what it is. At least discuss this. You’ll be surprised what you learn.

Gemini | May 21 – June 20



A certain individual has done everything possible to avoid one particularly tricky matter. Now it’s urgent. Knowing that, introduce this topic casually, almost as if it were an accident, then move swiftly to discussing it frankly. Do that and you’ll settle things before the individual in question realises it’s been mentioned.

Cancer | June 21 – July 22



Although the actual New Moon was a few days ago, you’re still benefitting from the unexpected but welcome fresh perspective it triggered in a number of complex situations. While you were able to discuss some right away, others were more complex, so much that you’re only now able to talk these through.

Leo | July 23 – August 22



Facts may be facts. But during this unsettled period, things aren’t that simple. What others swear is reliable information may not be. But it also suggests certain facts you’re sure is accurate may have changed and will again. Knowing that, forget about debating what’s what and focus on the latest developments.

Virgo | August 23 – September 22



As often occurs when Mercury is retrograde, the questions raised in the process of untangling seemingly minor errors can be amazingly informative. That being the case, make a point of delving into what arises in depth. What you learn will lead to insights as useful as they are surprising.

Libra | September 23 – October 22



One of the reasons you’ll want to ensure plans are flexible is you’re in the midst of an unsettled period. But an even more compelling reason to avoid finalising arrangements is you’ll want to be free to take advantage of the coming days’ spectacular planetary activity and the opportunities it triggers.

Scorpio | October 23 – November 21



Don’t be surprised if others are unwilling to go along with your carefully crafted ideas. The problem isn’t your vision or your superbly organised plans. It’s that in the process, you’ve had time to ask questions and think things over. Once others are able do that as well, they’ll happily join in.

Sagittarius | November 22 – December 21



Although you’ve no interest in delving into certain complex matters yourself, you’re aware how important details are. And, because of that, you’re actually relieved others are doing so. Since this process is likely to be more complex than they anticipated, you’ll want to both check in with, and encourage them in their efforts.

Capricorn | December 22 – January 19



Appealing as the idea of opportunities that come from out of the blue may be, as a realistic Capricorn, you’re always wary of such things. While usually that’s wise, the offers or ideas being discussed aren’t just as good as they seem, the more you learn, the more excited you’ll be.

Aquarius | January 20 – February 17



It may seem others are pestering you about ideas you’ve already refused, and clearly. Or perhaps events are forcing you to consider changes you’ve no intention of making. In every case this is your destiny, tapping you on the shoulder saying the old must go, and the new is on its way.

Pisces | February 18 – March 19



Yet again you’re facing a situation in which doing what you want or need to will upset others. You’ve dealt with this in the past and learnt that compromise of any kind only leads to problems. However, you’re still trying to find a way to keep others happy. Don’t. You’ll soon regret it.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 8^th, 2016.