Taking a well calculated risk could pay off nicely; be ready to try something out of the ordinary. Another way to save money is to find alternative suppliers for goods you purchase regularly that are creeping up in price. If you come across a sale, buy in bulk. Devote at least a part of the day to a personal relationship that seems to be in the midst of change and refuse to let negative thoughts clutter your consciousness!

New agreements are reached with a partner; avoid pulling any punches when asking for what you want. Your innate stubbornness will actually reward you handsomely today. Best results come from face to face meetings rather than relying on the telephone or internet. Written communication and leaving messages on answer phones will only delay the outcome and you want to get results.

Someone or something new on the work scene will open up new possibilities for you. Listening to workmates discussing a new venture puts you on the alert. If anything exciting is going on, you will want to be involved. If it means accepting the lion's share of the work to get in on this project, then you're prepared to do it! Just one word of caution: avoid drawing unnecessary attention to your aims!

Listen attentively to what your friends or a partner wants to discuss this morning. They aren't about to pour cold water on your plans as you may have been expecting. In fact you could probably do with all the encouragement they are about to give you today. If you're single first impressions count both in your business and social life. If attached, your lover will be showing you the depth of their feelings tonight!

Take another look at the travel brochures a friend recently pushed your way. A bargain holiday offer might grab your attention. In business meetings don't go unprepared. Have facts and figures ready to back your arguments. You may have to adjust your schedule to fit in an unplanned visit but it is imperative not to show your frustration. Keep friends and workmates happy, they may be able to do you a favour before the week is out.

The dramatic outpourings of others will affect you in different ways, today. A sob story will touch you deeply; you might feel a strong compulsion to help someone out. At times you will be easily upset even by trivial occurrences. Other times you just won't want to know. There is a limit to what people can take in a day and because you are so in touch with your feelings you are decidedly more emotional than usual!

There is a delightful element of fun and enthusiasm about you today; life is as fulfilling and rewarding as it can be. You will do extremely well in a competitive event and you will certainly give your opponents a run for their money! A female friend will be instrumental in helping you realise a special goal between now and the 4th December. You start to feel more at ease about a money situation.

You've been worrying too much that without your efforts nothing will get done properly. The truth is, there are others who can and will do things for you and they will do them thoroughly. These next few weeks you will find yourself in situations where the trust will build between you, your friends, loved ones and workmates. If you're wondering whether it's possible to have faith again after being let down, time will provide the answer.

You've always had a flexible and inquiring mind and you might want to look into some new ideas today. What motivates you now is a desire to make progress on all fronts. While it may not be easy, it is advisable for you to make time to relax. You need to find a way to convince a fed up friend that life can be interesting and not boring! People will respond to you according to the signals you are sending them so it's a good thing you're feeling so positive!

A long discussion with a colleague gives you a glimpse of the real person you associate with, beneath all the layers. It might turn out they aren't as confident as they always make out and they see themselves as far from perfect. People you have never mixed with before seem to be drawn to you now. You're the one who takes the initiative and talks with senior colleagues will go better than expected.

Someone you're in contact with from far away might hint they want to put your relationship onto a more romantic footing. Think carefully before making binding decisions. Consider the pros and cons of long distance dating as this kind of relationship isn't for the faint of heart. It will sometimes be painful to be disconnected from a partner's life but when you're together, you can make up for lost time.

The discontent you are feeling now will have a positive outcome: it creates a springboard for change. Frustration and dissatisfaction comes from a feeling you aren't living life to the fullest or you aren't using the full potential of your mind and abilities. Exploring new ways to utilise your talents will enhance your confidence and belief that you can succeed in anything you set your mind on now.