Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Thursday, May 9, 2024

Aries (March 20 – April 19)

Now that you are reviewing the events triggered by the recent New Moon, you are beginning to realise how important it is that you let go of certain longstanding arrangements. While once these fitted in perfectly, the pace is much swifter and they’re only causing problems. Ask others to join you in devising workable changes.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

You have avoided mentioning the unsettling events that have been reshaping elements of others’ lives. But now they have realised these are not so much a loss, but are leading to timely breakthroughs, there is a lot of exciting discussion about what’s next. Tempting as it is to get involved, the less you say, the better.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

One of your greatest assets is your sense of humour. It enables you to deal with setbacks while recognising how much you’re learning from them. Admittedly, some would benefit from following your example. Mention it. You’ll be surprised how warmly they welcome your thoughts and the advice you offer.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

Only days ago you were worried and mystified as to when and how you would find a solution for certain tricky matters. Then the unexpected and timely events ushered in by the New Moon led to breakthroughs that will not only work, but will take the pressure off everybody concerned, now and in the future.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

Being a Leo and a fire sign, you have an inborn gift for seeing life with an enthusiasm that others often lack. Better yet, you are able to get them involved in pursuing their goals for real. The challenge? It’s recognising that moment when you must back off, and let others proceed under their own power.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Long ago you realised that while some people share your commitment to being fair about ongoing issues, even if it complicates matters, not everybody regards this as important. In fact, some feel it doesn’t matter. Tempting as it is to talk this through, don’t — you’ll regret it.

Your horoscope for the whole of May

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Most of those born under the sign of Libra have a talent for tackling even the most complex of issues with a variety of diplomacy that smooths things out, at least for the time being. In fact, happily, it seems that you can regard this as having been settled, and for good.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

As fond as you are of certain individuals, long ago you realised that their idea of “talking things through” is very different from yours. Their interpretation is about an easygoing chat, then moving on to other matters. The frank exchange of ideas you have in mind is unlikely to be their thing.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

One of your most charming and, at the moment, useful characteristics is your ability to spot promise in even seemingly stuck plans. Equally, you have a knack for encouraging those who have shown no interest in future plans to at least ask a few questions. The resulting discussions will be a relief for everybody.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

Being a practical earth sign, you have a good understanding that while some plans and arrangements can be organised around a schedule, pivotal matters must simply take as long as they will take. There’s no option. Still, not everybody can accept that fact and certain people are complaining non-stop.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 17)

For ages you have sensed that certain longstanding and relaxing arrangements must come to an end. That time is now. The odds are good, however, that you are already exploring changes that are not only intriguing, but are exactly what you will be needing to fill the space being created in your life.

Pisces (February 18 – March 19)

Change is in the air. There’s no question about that and, even more, that events will influence others as much as you. The challenge? While your instincts, as a Pisces, will have told you what to expect, others are still debating their options. Meanwhile, busy yourself elsewhere. It’s the best option.

As a practical earth sign, you try to avoid being distracted by the ups and downs of others’ lives. Yet in certain cases, you have not only learned a lot, you have become close in ways you would never have imagined possible. And that’s the important thing about this birthday, and the year that follows. It’s about discovery. The more you explore, the more you will benefit, and often in ways as unexpected as they are thrilling.