Horoscope: May 16, 2017

Your Stars Today

Aries | March 20 – April 18



While patience isn’t your strength, certain events that arose in late December are only now falling into place. Although you had no choice but to step back and allow things to develop at their own pace, now that they’re finally coming together, there’ll be no question. It was worth the wait.

Taurus | April 19 – May 19



Now that the communication planet Mercury is in Taurus, the time has come to have those pivotal but tricky discussions you’ve been putting off for ages. The situations in question have changed more than you know, which means that, initially at least, you’ll have to do a lot of listening.

Gemini | May 20 – June 20



Recently you realised how differently those you know regard the idea of a promise. While, to some, it’s literal and meant to be kept, and without question, you and others are far more easygoing. There’s no real right or wrong. However, you’re encouraged to learn how those you’re dealing with think.

Cancer | June 21 – July 21



There’s no question about it. The time has come to conduct a serious edit of both existing arrangements and future plans. While, at the time these were organised, they made sense, things have changed and are still in transition. The more willing you are to let elements of the past go, the better.

Leo | July 22 – August 21



It would be easy to mistake the dramatic events currently coming your way as reason for concern. While, it’s true, they’re as sudden as they are unsettling, they’re also forcing you to make changes you’ve done everything you can to avoid. Tempting as it is to battle these, they truly are in your best interests.

Virgo | August 22 – September 21



As you well know as a Virgo, planning is wise. However, judging by this week’s thrilling, if unsettling, planetary activity, even simple arrangements could complicate matters. As will soon become clear, each day will bring something new and probably unexpected. For this reason, the less you organise beforehand, the better.

Libra | September 22 – October 22



Although you won’t necessarily understand how certain new arrangements will fall into place, and still less, work on a long term basis, there’s little chance of changing them. Worrying as these seem now, within days you’ll realise how worthwhile they are. Soon, in fact, you could regard them as a miracle.

Scorpio | October 23 – November 21



The rare and wonderful link between Saturn and Uranus, in a few days’ time, may be about breakthroughs. But that doesn’t mean you’ll recognise them for what they are right away. For that reason, you’re encouraged to explore everything, including what seems least likely. You’ll be delighted by what you learn.

Sagittarius | November 22 – December 20



With both the Sun and the ideas planet Mercury accenting your health and wellbeing, it’s time to review one particular habit. While this was once rare, recently it’s been becoming more frequent. And, as is clear, you’re beginning to pay a price. If you can’t say farewell, indulge yourself less often.

Capricorn | December 21 – January 18



Obviously, organising your day and making plans is important. However, during this week of exciting but often sudden ideas, thrilling offers and changes, it’s essential you be flexible. That could mean altering those plans or, which is even more likely, getting rid of them entirely and living in the moment.

Aquarius | January 19 – February 17



Every sign is influenced by Friday’s rare and stunning alliance between practical Saturn and Uranus, but as the latter is your ruler, events could reshape your thinking as much as your circumstances. Urgent as decisions seem, take time to explore these. You’ll recognise their full potential, but only gradually and with thought.

Pisces | February 18 – March 19



Obviously, you’d rather others are happy with your plans. But during this week of powerful change, you’re urged to be cautious about wasting time on such matters. During a period as dramatic as this, everybody is experiencing some variety of transition, which means others’ often strong views could shift, sometimes overnight.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 16^th, 2017.