Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Thursday, April 17, 2025

Aries (March 19 – April 19)

One of your greatest gifts, as a fiery Aries, is the zest and enthusiasm with which you approach even challenging situations. This is especially handy now, while you’re facing a range of unsettling twists and turns. Be bold. The results will more than justify the time and effort required, now and as the future unfolds.

Taurus (April 20 – May 19)

As you’ve undoubtedly noticed, certain once stable elements of your life haven’t just become a source of reflection, they’re got you wondering about elements of the future you regarded as well organised. Once you’ve learnt more about changes in circumstances, you’ll realise why you’re better off being flexible.

Gemini (May 20 – June 21)

For ages, you’ve felt a restless need to alter certain seemingly unchanging elements of your life substantially. Now, not only has destiny made this possible, some of those closest are eager to join in. For the time being, do nothing. Meanwhile, wait to see exactly what destiny itself is bringing your way.

Cancer(June 22– July 22)

As a sensitive and often intuitive water sign, you’ll often sense the ups and downs others are experiencing. At the moment you’re well aware things can’t remain as they are— yet what’s next remains unclear. Actually, that’s best because with so much in transition, even the simplest of plans will change and change again.

Leo(July 23 – August 22)

You don’t think of yourself as being stubborn, mostly because when you stand your ground over certain changes overdue or otherwise, its all about being practical. While explaining that to others won’t be easy, the results will more than justify the patience required.

Virgo(August 23 – September 22)

Over the past few weeks, you’ve felt restless and eager to broaden your horizons Now that you’ve begun this cycle of exploration and discovery, certain individuals will insist on lengthy, but from your perspective, pointless discussions. Forget about justifying your desire to move on — simply change the subject.

Libra(September 23 – October 22)

After what seemed to be endless discussions with disappointingly few decisions, at long last things are coming together. Better yet, everyone seems to have reached a shared vision, in terms of plans for what’s next, priorities for now, and better yet, when and in what order these should be tackled.

Scorpio(October 23 – November 21)

As a clear-minded Scorpio, you’d always prefer to gather all the necessary facts before focusing on who or what you’d be committing to. The secret? Instead of thinking everything through yourself, including those whose guidance you’d be grateful for in discussions from the outset.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

As an inquisitive and enthusiastic fire sign, you’d always prefer to organise flexible plans, then fine tune these as you proceed, and as the actual experiences you’re having shape your thinking and your priorities. And what’s yet to come? According to the stars, it’s about moving on to your next plan, project or passion.

Capricorn(December 22 – January 20)

You rarely think about it until you’re involved in a joint project of some variety, but you’ve an amazing instinct about which arrangements need to be reviewed versus those that are likely to require a full rethink. Take the pressure off yourself to be responsible for everything and instead focus on the activities you’re committed to.

Aquarius(January 21 – February 17)

The term “breakthrough” is used frequently these days, which is itself an encouraging indication of the general mood, which is definitely improving. And next? It’s about people, as a group but equally as individuals, recognising just how much their attitude or mood influences others.

Pisces(February 18 – March 18)

Recently, on several occasions, your powerful Piscean intuition told you that certain individuals could use a boost — and the kind you have a remarkable talent for giving at just the right time. There are likely to be several such situations and the results will be as rewarding for you as they are for others.

Judging by the astrological chart for your birthday, you haven’t just reached a turning point, if you invest time in talking things over with others, breakthroughs as thrilling as they are unexpected aren’t just likely, there will be a series of them. Explore absolutely everything, knowing you’ll learn as much from what you don’t do as from what you do. Don’t rush this. You’re on an amazing journey.