Facts may be exactly that, but it seems you need to invest serious time in discussing the more emotional side of certain relationships. For ages you’ve tried to reach an agreement over persistent issues. Actually, the individual in question wants to know you care about them, and what they’re doing. That’s the key.

Planning ahead is so natural that, often, you’re unaware you’re doing it. Between now and the end of February, however, you’re urged to note when you’re busily organising things and, when possible, back off. With the world changing and your ruler Mercury retrograde from 30 January until 21 February, twists and turns are inevitable. The more flexible your thinking and approach to the future, the better. 

For you, life’s become an adventure. First, from mid-December, comes a cycle that’s about shedding past ideals, goals and maybe habits. While, initially, this is unsettling if not worrying, during January you’ll begin spotting new ways of living, working and even thinking, some on your own but as many involving others. From this point, the new cycle you’re experiencing shift from being puzzling to inspiring, if not exciting. The trick? Temporarily ignore your cautious, analytical side and let experience be your guide. You’ll never regret it.

Being ruled by the quick-thinking Mercury, you gather facts and turn them into lasting plans with amazing swiftness. Yet, as a sensible earth sign, you’ll be aware that before you can commit to anything truly far-reaching, you need to review what you’ve done and, even more, your future direction. This is wise. Take it slowly, aware that things are unlikely to come together until the courageous Mars moves into Virgo, on 29 July, to remain until mid-September. By then, both circumstances and your priorities for the future will be clear enough you can plunge in with enthusiasm and confidence. The questions you’ll be asking will also get you thinking about elements of your life you’ve regarded as unchanging. Once, they were. However, doors are opening, in ways as unexpected as, often, they’ll seem miraculous.