You may have a lot to do but with the simple fact you're feeling sluggish, it's unlikely you will succeed in your aims. You might also be reconsidering some plans you had for the future. After pondering on certain relationships or areas of your life you are ready now to make the changes you've been considering for a while. Once you've got your act together, you will make some new starts.

A sudden desire to shake off the holiday lethargy might drive you to suggesting a day out with your loved ones. Should relatives need you more than usual, go out of your way to spend some extra time with them. If you've not been out of the house much this Christmas, today offers the ideal chance to restore the balance. Not only will you be out mixing and mingling but you will realise just how much others value your company.

You're feeling serious and thoughtful; important matters are on your mind. Frivolous people who seem unable to give anything a moment's serious consideration will not suit your mood at all. Plan your company with this in mind. Financially speaking, your judgement is on top form. Be sure to follow your own instincts rather than be guided by friends especially if you're spending on items aimed at bringing greater comfort into the home.

You might think you're the one who is giving more in a close relationship or long standing friendship. Events today might prove you wrong. It will suddenly come to you how much a partner has put into this relationship and how you've been taking this all for granted. If you go out of your way to redress the balance by supporting them in a special aim, you won't feel so guilty for your past careless oversight.

It may have sometimes seemed like an uphill battle but you're starting to see results of past hard working efforts. If you look back on all your recent achievements, you have a lot to be proud of. Not only will these have helped to make you more financially secure but they will have been worthwhile and constructive. You might think of sharing your talents in a teaching capacity to help those with similar interests or abilities.

A skill you were always proud of might seem rusty today or a creative project won't go as well as expected. Whatever happens, don't for a second lose faith in yourself or your abilities. If you're working with people who don't know you, they may doubt some of the ideas you put forward. It may be up to you to prove you do know what you're talking about, so stick to your guns and don't ditch your good ideas just to avoid ruffling someone's feathers.

You might support the changes being proposed for your home until you do some further research. Someone might accuse you of suddenly changing your mind in which case you might remind them they hadn't been honest with you when putting their ideas forward. It may be the expense or upheaval of such plans causing you to reconsider. If you shop around, you might find a sensible alternative at a more reasonable price.

In subtle ways you might bring your keenness to use your abilities to the notice of people who might help you. Be sure to stick strictly to the truth as exaggerating your talents may eventually hold you back or lose you respect from someone who matters. Added willpower will make this a good time to break bad habits. You will be in just the right mood to deal with anything that offers a degree of challenge.

Everyday bits and pieces used up over Christmas need to be replaced. Shopping for ordinary food items won't be your idea of fun but when needs must, it has to be done! Friends and money will make an unfortunate mixture today: neither a lender nor a borrower be. You may also have to pay out for another person's extravagance or errors. A new and unknown side to someone you work with will be seen when you meet them in informal circumstances.

You're keen now to aim yourself towards a special ambition. If this venture has suffered a few stumbling blocks in the past you will find a way to overcome them. Perhaps because of the festive season you have fallen behind in your schedule and by the end of the day you will have caught up on it all. The work you're willing to put into important matters will give you the chance to look ahead with renewed confidence and optimism for the future.

Friends who are going through a troublesome time will be glad of your cheerful company. Someone will admit your wit and sense of humour is just the tonic they need to help them forget their problems. If you're working today, colleagues will celebrate your ideas that put a new slant on otherwise boring jobs. It won't take long to notice what a difference your high spirits make to everyone else's world.

Social life is fun but are you focusing too much on what other people want and not enough on your own needs? Make the most of today's vigorous aspects to push for your own preferences in a group situation. Be assertive and have more confidence in yourself. You will waste your potential if you accept events as they come without considering other options or alternatives or if you allow others to take charge of your destiny.