Horoscope: September 10, 2016

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Aries | March 20 – April 18



Sometimes setbacks are no more than that, minor obstacles that require a combination of thought and persistence. However, at least one or two are more complex and will, as a result, require more attention but, also, yield insights what will benefit you now and, just as much, in the future.

Taurus | April 19 – May 19



You’re not only attentive to stressful situations involving friends or loved ones, you do all you can to alleviate them before they become serious problems. However, one particular individual seems to regard your efforts as unnecessary. For now, say nothing. They’re hoping they can ignore these matters and they’ll simply vanish.

Gemini | May 20 – June 19



No matter how strong your convictions are about certain already tense issues, be prepared to listen to what others have to say. You may be convinced you’ve heard it all before. However, times have changed and so have the circumstances in question. And far more than you’d have imagined possible.

Cancer | June 20 – July 21



There’s a fine line between being stubborn, which you can sometimes be, and sticking to a commitment to another, or a plan, because you believe in it. Events are challenging you, but in a way that’s encouraging you to give serious thought to whether these matters are as crucial as you think.

Leo | July 22 – August 21



Although Mercury has been retrograde since late August and remains in reverse movement until 22 September, you still tend to forget its influence, and that it’s wise to double check even simple arrangements. The more often you do this, the less frequently you’ll face the difficulties typical of this cycle.

Virgo | August 22 – September 21



Being a Virgo, you’ve a rare knack for being frank yet tactful at the same time. But judging by the confusion in the actual situations you’re dealing with, you’ll need to ask forthright questions and express your views or, possibly, concerns, with uncharacteristic bluntness. Do any less and risk problems later.

Libra | September 22 – October 21



Even the best of times involve unsettling changes, as you’re discovering. The fact is, progress means leaving certain elements of the past behind, some of which have been challenging but, still, are familiar. Letting go won’t be easy but it’s an essential part of clearing the way for what’s next.

Scorpio | October 22 – November 20



It may seem odd to suggest that you wouldn’t recognise good fortune when it comes your way. However, the nature of events could be so surprising that you could even regard them as worrying, enough you’d consider rejecting them. The real problem is they’re new and unfamiliar. The solution for that? Explore them.

Sagittarius | November 21 – December 20



Few things upset you more than being forced by circumstances or others’ demands to make a compromise. Yet that’s exactly what’s happening. Much as it seems that way, you’re actually being cornered into making changes that are essential, but you’ve resisted like fury. Go along with these. You’ll be glad you did.

Capricorn | December 21 – January 19



Not only are you renowned for taking a powerful stance, it will have been carefully thought through. However, with Mercury retrograde until the 22nd, even what seem solid facts won’t necessarily be reliable. While you can’t entirely sidestep decisions, you can ensure anything you commit to is flexible.

Aquarius | January 20 – February 18



We all sometimes lapse into the kind of conversation that can only be referred to as gossip. The problem is, with Mercury retrograde, even an innocent statement could be misunderstood or misquoted. The only way to avoid this happening is to sidestep exchanges of this nature, at least for now.

Pisces | February 19 – March 19



There is no easy or tactful way to resolve certain persistent issues. The only thing that will work is a combination of facing problems head on, and demanding others shoulder their part of the responsibilities involved. Being this demanding will not make you popular but it will achieve lasting results.

Published in The Express Tribune, September 10^th, 2016.