The prestigious tennis tournament, Wimbledon, kicks off in London today. This year, fans from around the globe will witness an off-the-court change - the human line-judges have been replaced by an electronic line-calling system. No more watching people dodging tennis balls! But no doubt the players will maintain the human touch and keep the spectators entertained. Whether or not you're a sports fan, with Mercury (ideas) in playful Leo, there are fun and games to be had.
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ARIES
When we first establish that something is wrong, our response tends to be powerful. It's hard to stop thinking about it. We can't get it out of our mind. But as time passes, and it becomes clear we're unable to change/influence it, or we listen to other people whose opinions differ to ours we moderate our views. And the problem fades to the back of our mind. With Mercury (intellect) settled into creative Leo, be on the lookout for an issue you've set aside. Things have changed. Now, you can take action and do something about it.
TAURUS
Most of us find it hard to apologise. It's easy to say sorry for stepping on someone's actual toe. But metaphorically stepping on their toes is harder to own up to and apologise for. We have to set pride aside. And it's easier to do this if we don't judge ourselves too harshly. When we realise that everyone makes mistakes, it's easier to own up to our own. If you're regretting a recent conversation because you've made someone uncomfortable, you can always say sorry. But don't back down over something you believe in.
GEMINI
If problems really can turn out to be blessings in disguise, is the reverse also true? Do blessings sometimes go pear-shaped? Like so many things, problems and blessings are opposite sides of the same coin. Which means we've got the ability to flip them from one side to the other. With your ruler settling into playful Leo, you'll be able to view a difficulty from a more inspiring perspective. Within the challenges (which you'll find easier to deal with than you think) hide opportunities. Change your approach... and seize them.
CANCER
Luck is slippery. Like soap, when we grab hold of it, it slides through our fingers. So, how much of it have you got right now? You've had moments where you've felt lucky; but when you've tried using your luck, it seems to disappear. Yet the feeling of having luck on our side is, literally, a feeling. When we conjure up a positive mood, we attract good fortune. If you relax today, and are prepared to go with the flow, you'll be able to stretch your luck so that it covers the parts of your life that are causing most stress. That's a result!
LEO
Kids' developmental stages aren't always easy to deal with. The 'why' phase can be particularly challenging. No matter how well thought through the adult's response, it elicits another 'why'. Aargh! 'Why' is a troublesome question. It's much trickier to handle than 'how?'. Or 'where?'. Or 'when?'; there's no hidden mystery or motivation lurking behind them. Yet, there comes a time when we have to ask difficult questions. With Mercury now in your sign, don't shy away from asking what needs to be asked. Go for it.
VIRGO
The problem with asking someone's permission to do something is that we put the person in a difficult position. We give them responsibility for our actions; they've got to think about whether it's allowed or possible. Plus, if we don't ask, we don't risk them saying no. And they might not even notice us doing whatever it is that we do. Today's challenge involves choosing whether to listen to your inner grown up or your inner child. You've got a decision to make. With your ruler in Leo, you can make the right choice, and have fun.
LIBRA
Imagine how life would be if no one ever misunderstood anyone? If we all communicated clearly and honestly, and always kept to our word, there'd be no mix-ups to sort out, and our relationships would transform. The problem? We might realise that we have less in common with other people than we think! As Mercury, planet of communication, settles into creative Leo, prepare to receive some enlightening information. If it seems to add confusion, don't panic. Once you process this intel, you're going to be empowered.
SCORPIO
We have some strange sayings. Like 'never poke a sleeping bear'. Who, in their right minds, would ever contemplate doing something so silly? Plus, how often are we likely to come across a snoozing furry creature? And if we happened to have a stick, surely, it's unlikely that we'd be tempted to use it to poke? Not that you're going to find yourself facing any dangerous wild animal situations today. Or, indeed any hazards. But if you poke around in a tricky situation, you might get more than you bargain for. So don't!
SAGITTARIUS
Does a sense of equilibrium sound appealing? You've been embroiled in a series of extreme situations which have been physically and emotionally draining. So the idea of finding yourself in a calmer environment probably sounds impossible. But it's not. Just because recent attempts seem to have taken you further towards the edge doesn't mean you can't make a choice that leads to a more tranquil place. Today, new understanding about the influences that have been manipulating you shows you exactly what to do.
CAPRICORN
We all need support and understanding. If we haven't got enough of these in our world, we seek people who will offer them. The problem is that we sometimes project the qualities we're looking for onto folks who don't deserve them. We think we've found someone who empathises with us, and that they're someone we can count on, then feel let down when they can't fulfil our needs. When it comes to love, the consequences can be painful. Although you're seeing someone in a new light, what you're now perceiving is trustworthy.
AQUARIUS
Have you ever had one of those dreams where you're desperately trying to say something, but the words don't come out? In your real world now, although you're clearly expressing yourself, what you're saying is having little/no impact. There's a communication problem. And you're unsure how to resolve it. But you can. With Mercury, planet of communication, in creative Leo, if you go out of your way to ask this person what they're trying to communicate with you, you'll be able to exchange information, in a mutually helpful way.
PISCES
Power imbalances are difficult to deal with. Yet although we feel at a disadvantage when dealing with people in strong positions, sometimes, when we feel powerless, we've got more influence than we think. Those who feel that they've got something to lose fear taking risks. Whereas if we've got nothing to lose, we can abandon our fears and take decisive action. You've been aware of a lack of ability to influence a situation in a way that works for you. Use your imagination today. You've got the freedom to take assertive action.
