Think ahead: plan your day with the thought in mind that your energy or concentration may wane later. Sort out jobs that demand the utmost attention as early as possible. Leave the afternoon hours free for you to give in to a desire to chill out and enjoy. If you're in love and keen to spend time with your significant other, be sure to keep your evening free to do exactly that.

Normally you feel at ease when sticking to familiar routines and methods; not so today! A farsighted friend or colleague may tentatively suggest more modern ways of doing things. Their surprise will be that not only do you listen to their ideas but you're also willing to put them into practice. You may sometimes come over as being old-fashioned but you aren't averse to keeping up with the times when need be.

Family matters and close personal relationships come under favourable light. By way of a bonus, you're looking at life through optimistic and sensible eyes. It won't be difficult to get others to see things the way you do. Few explanations are needed when for most of the day others share the same wave-length. If someone you live with has a tendency to exaggerate, pretend you haven't noticed.

A problem that has been preying on your mind will be resolved today. What stopped you from settling this earlier is the fact you kept it to yourself. Once you open up and discuss the matter with those who are in a position to help you, everything starts to fit neatly into place. You wish you hadn't been so reserved of late when it turns out a problem shared will be a problem instantly halved.

Money goes out as fast as it comes in; some bills are pricey but there are bargains to be had as well. A partner needs more of your time than you'd planned to give but you can't complain: they also have something special to tell you. There's a swings-and-roundabouts feel to the day when it comes to finances and romance. A give and take approach to both areas will leave you happier than if you were to go it alone.

Find a way to push duty to one side if you feel like taking a day off. Do what must be done to keep your conscience clear and to keep life ticking over in a tidy fashion. Persuade a friend or partner to join you in giving in to a whim to do something out of the ordinary. It's a day when others are keen to repay past acts of kindness. For this reason they will be falling over backwards to please you.

Loyalty is something you value in relationships; today you feel as if one-to-one unions couldn't be better. Having good friends and mixing with kindred spirits means more to you than money or material possessions. Trust is strong and you will either be on the receiving end of this valuable commodity or you will be rewarded for your fidelity. This can apply to a friendship, love affair or business partnership.

Today, you've got a sense of humour, you're sociable, outgoing and in the mood to share time with friends. People are bound to enjoy your good-natured company. Even colleagues feel you brighten-up their day when you see the funny side of all situations. If you're involved in any kind of group activity, follow your instincts rather than going along with everyone else, or doing things by the book.

You might feel you will get on better today if you rely on no-one's resources but your own but this is not so at all. You would regret it later if you don't make full use of the team spirit around you. Be sure to call on those who let you know, through words and actions, that they're happy to help wherever and whenever they can. By this evening you will agree many hands do make the work lighter!

Those who matter are impressed by your optimism, faith in yourself and willingness to take each day as it comes. Jump at any and all opportunities to travel as these will be lucky for you. If you're married and going through a few problems with the in-laws, today should bring the opportunity you need to put past misunderstandings and clashes of opinions behind you.

Bring any thoughts you have about financial matters out into the open. There's a lot to be gained from taking others into your confidence. You might be thinking about branching out in new career directions or starting up in business on your own. You half expect other people to judge you as being odd but be a devil and speak up. You could be in for a surprise!

Consider suggestions other people make rather than sticking strictly to your own set of rules. If a personal problem isn't responding to any of your home-grown solutions, a friend might come up with a better idea. Don't be taken aback if someone makes it clear they want to help you. Close relationships are surrounded by an air of harmony. Being willing to join forces with another could add to your upward mobility.