Horoscope: August 4, 2016
Your stars today
Your stars today
Aries | March 20 – April 19
Yet again you’re in a situation where somebody is obsessed about details, while your focus is on the big picture and on the future. While it’s understandable you’d rather ignore these, they’re important. The trick is to listen to what they say, agree, then ask them to carry out their suggestions.
Taurus | April 20 – May 20
The time has come to make your feelings known about certain already tricky matters. While at one point you’d have sidestepped these, things are moving swiftly. Consequently, you owe it to yourself to clearly express your views and, even more, to discuss what you expect from others, and they from you.
Gemini | May 21 – June 20
No sign copes well with heartache, but as a Gemini, and an air sign, you find it especially challenging. That’s because you try to analyse situations that are really all about your deepest feelings, which, of course can’t be analysed. The less you think about these matters, the better.
Cancer | June 21 – July 21.
There’s a fine line between gently pointing out differences between yourself and certain individuals, and actually discussing the issues in question. By acknowledging these matters but saying no more, you’re serving notice that you’ll be getting your facts together and others might want to, as well.
Leo | July 22 – August 22
Few things annoy you more than those who’re critical for no good reason. You wonder if they’re just being picky or trying to get attention. On the contrary, certain individuals think that way, although from their perspective, they’re merely being analytical. Once you’re aware of that, they’ll be less irritating.
Virgo | August 23 – September 22
Between now and mid-August you’ll be decluttering your diary and your life. But most of all, you’ll be rethinking certain longstanding objectives. These have been part of your life for ages so even the idea of eliminating them seems odd. Yet, at the same time, it would be a huge relief.
Libra | September 23 – October 22
Because tact comes naturally to you, as a Libra, you’re usually able to escape battles about minor issues. Yet at the moment you’re facing somebody who thrives on contentious exchanges. They’re provoking you continually. In truth, you can give as good as you get. Do so. And as often as necessary.
Scorpio | October 23 – November 21
For ages you’ve meant to discuss an issue that’s unimportant to you but is crucial to one particular individual. Yet you always seem to forget. That’s because you dread even mentioning it. Still, it’s better if you raise it, then talk things over, than say nothing and pray it won’t arise.
Sagittarius | November 22 – December 20
From your perspective, generosity can only be a good thing. You aren’t generous because of any expectations but, rather, because you enjoy giving, in whatever way you do. And, equally, you enjoy others’ response. Yet, still, you must explain to certain individuals, it’s not about getting something in return.
Capricorn | December 21 – January 19
Sometimes setbacks are no more than that. But those you’re currently facing are calling your attention to matters that need attention. The problem is that you’ve tackled these in the past, so assume that’s that. On the contrary, there are other issues of which you’re unaware. These need serious time and thought.
Aquarius | January 20 – February 17
Because you hate it when others are unreasonable or refuse to discuss the thinking behind their decisions, you sometimes over-explain. That could arise now, mostly because you’re dealing with matters that have aroused considerable controversy. Tempting as it is to justify your words or actions, say nothing. You’ll soon understand why.
Pisces | February 18 – March 19
Eventually you’ll have to be forthright with one particularly tricky individual. Their reputation has prevented you confronting them on certain complex matters. Actually, you’re urged to discuss these, as frankly as possible. And soon. In doing so, you’re forcing them to define their unruly thoughts, possibly for the first time.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 4th, 2016.
Yet again you’re in a situation where somebody is obsessed about details, while your focus is on the big picture and on the future. While it’s understandable you’d rather ignore these, they’re important. The trick is to listen to what they say, agree, then ask them to carry out their suggestions.
Taurus | April 20 – May 20
The time has come to make your feelings known about certain already tricky matters. While at one point you’d have sidestepped these, things are moving swiftly. Consequently, you owe it to yourself to clearly express your views and, even more, to discuss what you expect from others, and they from you.
Gemini | May 21 – June 20
No sign copes well with heartache, but as a Gemini, and an air sign, you find it especially challenging. That’s because you try to analyse situations that are really all about your deepest feelings, which, of course can’t be analysed. The less you think about these matters, the better.
Cancer | June 21 – July 21.
There’s a fine line between gently pointing out differences between yourself and certain individuals, and actually discussing the issues in question. By acknowledging these matters but saying no more, you’re serving notice that you’ll be getting your facts together and others might want to, as well.
Leo | July 22 – August 22
Few things annoy you more than those who’re critical for no good reason. You wonder if they’re just being picky or trying to get attention. On the contrary, certain individuals think that way, although from their perspective, they’re merely being analytical. Once you’re aware of that, they’ll be less irritating.
Virgo | August 23 – September 22
Between now and mid-August you’ll be decluttering your diary and your life. But most of all, you’ll be rethinking certain longstanding objectives. These have been part of your life for ages so even the idea of eliminating them seems odd. Yet, at the same time, it would be a huge relief.
Libra | September 23 – October 22
Because tact comes naturally to you, as a Libra, you’re usually able to escape battles about minor issues. Yet at the moment you’re facing somebody who thrives on contentious exchanges. They’re provoking you continually. In truth, you can give as good as you get. Do so. And as often as necessary.
Scorpio | October 23 – November 21
For ages you’ve meant to discuss an issue that’s unimportant to you but is crucial to one particular individual. Yet you always seem to forget. That’s because you dread even mentioning it. Still, it’s better if you raise it, then talk things over, than say nothing and pray it won’t arise.
Sagittarius | November 22 – December 20
From your perspective, generosity can only be a good thing. You aren’t generous because of any expectations but, rather, because you enjoy giving, in whatever way you do. And, equally, you enjoy others’ response. Yet, still, you must explain to certain individuals, it’s not about getting something in return.
Capricorn | December 21 – January 19
Sometimes setbacks are no more than that. But those you’re currently facing are calling your attention to matters that need attention. The problem is that you’ve tackled these in the past, so assume that’s that. On the contrary, there are other issues of which you’re unaware. These need serious time and thought.
Aquarius | January 20 – February 17
Because you hate it when others are unreasonable or refuse to discuss the thinking behind their decisions, you sometimes over-explain. That could arise now, mostly because you’re dealing with matters that have aroused considerable controversy. Tempting as it is to justify your words or actions, say nothing. You’ll soon understand why.
Pisces | February 18 – March 19
Eventually you’ll have to be forthright with one particularly tricky individual. Their reputation has prevented you confronting them on certain complex matters. Actually, you’re urged to discuss these, as frankly as possible. And soon. In doing so, you’re forcing them to define their unruly thoughts, possibly for the first time.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 4th, 2016.