Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Aries (March 20 – April 19)

Few things annoy you more than those who complain about tricky situations, then do absolutely nothing about them. But you are not only in that position, you fear that if you take action, you will regret it. The odds are good you are right. Adopt a slow pace. You’ll be glad you did.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Only days ago, you were confident recent developments were setbacks. Certainly they didn’t fit in with existing arrangements or your plans for the future. Now that you know more about them, you’ve recognised them as the breakthroughs they are. Keep this in mind, and when others arise, you’ll recognise them.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

The Gemini sense of humour is the result of an amazing blend of fondness for the problems human beings seem to create for themselves yet, at the same time, suggesting ways to escape for a short time from the accompanying dramas. Ironically, often these will lead to an unexpected solution.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

Yet again, the worrying description of the issues certain individuals are facing has distracted you from other, more important, matters. This time, however, you know enough to say nothing and turn your attention to the increasingly troublesome situations, and the people involved in them, who matter most of all.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

Being an enthusiastic Leo and a passionate fire sign, you are often more excited about the plans others are making than they are themselves. While you can’t alter the character of the people in question, you can stick by them until their dreams are close enough to becoming reality that you can back off.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

From time to time, you forget that even when others have made plans or a commitment to you, their intentions won’t necessarily be the same as you’d expect. That being the case, talk things through beforehand. While this may seem pointless, you’ll be glad you did.

Your horoscope for the whole of May

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Only days ago, you were still tiptoeing around certain issues you had been told were irritating or upsetting to others. However, with the actual foundation on which this was based changing, you are beginning to think the less you say, the better. For the moment, that’s wise. Those discussions can wait.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

From your point of view, a plan is exactly that, an arrangement that’s meant to be kept. However, promises made to others are even more important. Yet now, you are being forced to recognise that not everybody feels that way, especially certain individuals who rarely do what they say they will.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

Long ago you realised that whatever you are doing or planning, some people won’t go any further without having all the facts. However, recently organised arrangements are so informal that these haven’t been discussed. Say exactly that. While others won’t be happy, they have no choice but to accept it.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

Those who assume that others, from family and friends to work colleagues, will deal with tedious details aren’t just irritating. Past experience has proved that not everybody looks into details the way you do. The fact is, others may have good intentions, but they are lacking your eye for crucial details.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 17)

You may already be aware that, as an Aquarius, you are one of the “fixed” signs, that is, you were born in the middle of the season. You have a gift for concentration and, equally, are loyal to others. The challenge? Your dislike of sudden changes, such as the ones you are currently facing.

Pisces (February 18 – March 19)

If you feel like pausing and reflecting on what you sense, it’s no surprise. While, usually, these insights involve you and those closest, sometimes their influence is more far-reaching. That could be the case now. Knowing that, at least discuss these with those around you, enough that they, too, know what to expect.

Your birthday chart accents your reflective and possibly even poetic nature. While you may already be familiar with this side of your character, who you encounter or what you do, or both, will broaden your horizons in ways as unexpected as they are wonderful. First, explore for the fun of it, and the joy of discovery. Decisions? For now, focus on broadening your horizons. Plans can, and should, wait.