Horoscope: July 21, 2016

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Aries | March 20 – April 18



As an Aries, you long ago learnt that those tasks you put off only become more complicated, so generally tackle things as swiftly as possible. Yet you’ve been avoiding one or two tricky matters. Deal with them now, before life presents you with events as intriguing as they are exciting.

Taurus | April 19 – May 19



Being ruled by the gracious Venus, you’re adept at handling even the most challenging of situations tactfully. However, one particular individual could easily take advantage of that, by making things so unpleasant you’ll do anything to avoid their increasing nastiness. The solution? Show them your tough side. They’ll back down instantly.

Gemini | May 20 – June 19



Every Full Moon brings both circumstances and feelings to a head. Although the recent one was days ago, you’re only now becoming aware of dramas of a business or financial nature unfolding in the background. Forget about talking over your options. It’s too late for that. Act swiftly, then discuss plans later.

Cancer | June 20 – July 21



Only recently you’d have done anything to keep certain arrangements or alliances going. You both cared about them and, as much, they roused feelings of pride or joy. But suddenly, possibly overnight, you realised you’re no longer interested. So much so, a farewell isn’t just inevitable, it will be a relief.

Leo | July 22 – August 21



While it’s natural you’d be irritated with the critical yet demanding attitude of one particular individual, your chart indicates they’re family or a longstanding associate, so an inescapable part of your life. Knowing that, things will be a lot easier if you simply accept them as they are.

Virgo | August 22 – September 21



It’s time to be tough with somebody or, perhaps, an organisation. There could, in fact, be more than one such situation. Whatever the details, you’ve been giving far more than you’ve been getting. While life isn’t always fair, a line’s been crossed. Still, it’s up to you to speak up.

Libra | September 22 – October 21



Now that you’ve dealt with the fallout from the period during which the Sun’s position was accenting your domestic and working life, you can finally think of other things. While you’re undoubtedly longing for a break from it all, close friends are feeling neglected and need a bit of attention.

Scorpio | October 22 – November 20



You’ve long insisted your views and those of one particular individual differ, when actually, they’re better informed than you are. Your reluctance to acknowledge this has meant you felt asking their advice would mean humbling yourself. By no means is this the case, as you’ll discover when you seek their guidance.

Sagittarius | November 21 – December 20



If it seems that several once-cherished plans and arrangements are coming undone, and within a short period of time, that’s as it should be. Your life and your diary are being decluttered, so that when dynamic Mars moves into Sagittarius, in early August, there’ll be few distractions to hold you back.

Capricorn | December 21 – January 19



Usually your capacity to focus on a goal or objective, whatever its nature, is an asset. However, you’ve serious questions about whether certain plans are worth pursuing. Judging by the changes taking place around you, they may not be. At minimum, think carefully about what you’d get for your efforts.

Aquarius | January 20 – February 18



The single challenge you’re currently facing is your reluctance to give up on plans you worked hard to organise. While your vision of what could be done or achieved was accurate when these ideas were first formulated, things have changed. Enough a review is timely. Do that first, then focus on decisions.

Pisces | February 19 – March 19



While your concerns about issues in certain close relationships are justified, they’re more about a series of misunderstandings than any single problem. Knowing that, when situations of that nature arise, ask a few questions. Do that and you’ll be able to resolve most of those matters, and without any drama.

Published in The Express Tribune, July 21^st, 2016.