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Shelley von Strunckel

Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Friday, July 4, 2025

Aries (March 19 – April 19)

Being told there’s disappointment in your stars may not seem promising. But you already sensed there was something amiss in one particular situation, so this discovery isn’t so much a surprise as a confirmation of what you suspected. Now that you know what’s what, you can consider your next step.

Taurus (April 20 – May 19)

When certain arrangements were first organised, others said they’d deal with the financial or practical side of things. While, at the time, you regarded that as a relief, since then you’ve been worried about whether things will be done the way you would. They won’t. But still, they’ll be fine.

Gemini (May 20 – June 21)

Certain practical matters or obligations to others have remained unsettled for so long you’ve been wondering if they’d ever be dealt with or done. However, judging by the current dynamic planetary setup, even situations that have taken ages to organise will get themselves sorted out, even overnight.

Cancer (June 22– July 22)

One of the most difficult things in the world is facing the fact somebody you’ve trusted isn’t as reliable or honest as you thought. Disappointing as this is, you’d needn’t abandon that relationship. However, you can no longer make assumptions. You’ll have to clarify what’s acceptable to you and what isn’t.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

Although your capacity to be compassionate about others’ problems is a virtue, you’re urged to be watchful your efforts don’t turn into a rescue mission. Certain individuals have a knack for appearing to be seeking help when, actually, they’d prefer to let somebody else handle their problems. That "somebody" could be you.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

This is one of those tricky periods during which, no matter what you do or decide, plans are unlikely to last as they were first organised. Don’t blame yourself or wonder what you could have done differently. Ask others what they’re facing, and you’ll realise the current twists and turns are influencing everybody.

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

The last thing you’re in the mood for is being tough with others, especially those who turn even minor issues into major dramas. But they know they’re being unreasonable, so are expecting you to draw the line. Do exactly that. Once things are clear, they’ll behave better and everybody will be enormously relieved.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

Unsettling as sudden changes in certain longstanding plans may be, they’re a blessing in disguise. In the process of dealing with those changes, you’ll spot details that once mattered little but which are now both crucial and, worryingly, incorrect. Fortunately, this will give you a chance to put things right.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

While, initially, you had good reason to be tolerant of certain demanding individuals, times have changed and so has their role in your life. But their attitude and behaviour hasn’t. The moment has come to think carefully about whether you’re prepared to keep things as they are or to make some changes.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 20)

For weeks, if not months, there’s been talk about rearranging elements of your daily routine or working life but nothing’s happened. In fact, you’ve given up and decided you’ll learn to live with things as they are. You needn’t. By the week’s close, those changes will actually have begun taking place.

Aquarius (January 21 – February 17)

The last thing you’re in the mood to do is take a tough line with somebody who’s argumentative on the best of days. But if you think carefully about what and how much you say they’ll merrily highjack your plans or ideas and adapt them to suit their vision. The less you reveal, the better.

Pisces (February 18 – March 18)

As much as you enjoy a lively exchange of ideas, think carefully before you get too involved, especially if the matter in question is of an emotional nature. With so much going on in the heavens, everybody’s feeling the stress, including you. Unless discussions are urgent, they can and should wait.

If it's your birthday on...

Saturday

By no means are you a control freak. On the contrary, you sometimes wonder why few volunteer to join in with you in tasks and projects. Deep down, you know it’s because you think and move more swiftly than most. Still, your birthday chart says it’s time to get others involved. This means giving them tasks they can do at their pace, while you proceed at yours. You’ll work it out and will, in time, benefit from the resulting fellowship.

Sunday

For ages you’ve been avoiding a bizarre range of discussions. But they all have one thing in common, which is that they’ll require painstaking attention to detail or tact of a variety you find irritating, if not pointless. While your quick-thinking and forthright nature are an asset, this sometimes leads to confusion. It’s time to learn how you’ll benefit from going into the details or adopting a diplomatic approach. Try it. The more you learn, the clearer it will be.

Monday

Somebody seems to be on edge, if not argumentative. While you’ve faced, and dealt with, similar situations before, the individual in question seems determined to pick a fight. Instead of avoiding a provocative topic, ask, point blank, what’s bothering them. Actually, it’s nothing. They’ve been in a difficult mood, making everybody else suffer.

Your horoscope

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Leo 0904 470 1145 (65p per minute)*

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