This Christmas, you're ready to embark on an exciting journey. Start thinking how you can expand your horizons in 2017. Making your plans work requires lots of personal sacrifice. You might have to live without your pets for a prolonged period or leave a home you've loved. When your courage fails, turn to an older person you've always admired. Their advice and encouragement is invaluable. You won't be able to reach your potential until you make some changes.

A secret benefactor has made it possible for you to lead a much more comfortable life. Say a prayer of thanks and don't question your good fortune. Whether you've been offered a terrific job, an extended holiday or place at university, you'll enjoy the changes ahead. In the past, it was difficult for you to break familiar routines due to fear of the unknown. Recently, you decided it's better to take risks than become stagnant. This is your reward for adopting a more adventurous outlook.

Let your best friend or romantic partner set the pace for Christmas. If they want to visit an old family haunt, observe a favourite tradition or prepare a special meal, participate with enthusiasm. You're sure to come in contact with interesting new people along the way. It's especially fun spending time with someone who has an unusual job. Hearing about the thrilling details will give you a great idea for a creative project. Make sure you jot down everything you remember from this conversation. These notes will be helpful.

You will have a chance to preside over an impressive gathering. Instead of doing things by the book, you'll put an inventive twist on old traditions. People will respond enthusiastically to these innovations. Although you're very sentimental, you don't see any purpose in carrying out practices that are devoid of meaning. You'd rather create new rituals that bring everyone together in a spirit of fun. Children will be especially happy to join in. When it comes to Christmas festivities, your motto is 'the more, the merrier.'

Once the Christmas revelries are over, you'll want to retreat to a private corner and recharge your batteries. Take a few moments to enjoy your gifts. If you are exhausted, take a nap. Has the stress of shopping made you weak? Luxuriate in a hot, scented bath. By putting your needs first, you'll be able to return to the festivities feeling cheerful and refreshed. You have a generous spirit, so it's important to practice self-care when you become run down. Be good to yourself.

You have always had a talent for making order out of chaos. Now everything has been tidied up and put away, you can have some fun. Take this opportunity to spend some intimate moments with your amour. Sneaking away from a big celebration will feel fun and forbidden. Are you looking for love? You will find it with someone who is unlike anyone you've ever dated before. This will be refreshing. Your intelligence, combined with their sense of adventure, makes a stimulating relationship.

Lately, you've been more discerning about the company you keep. That has saved you a great deal of heartache. Instead of wasting time with unappreciative manipulators, you develop relationships with people who are kind, loyal and interesting. Many of these new friends are unconventional. You've overcome judgments about appearances, preferring to focus on character instead. Getting engaged or married to someone special is a distinct possibility. If you already have a partner, they'll get good news about their hard work.

You're determined to get the most from your money. Contributing to a retirement plan or investment portfolio is a great way to multiply your resources over the long term. It will also help to take out insurance policies that protect against property damage. Last but not least, putting spare change into a holiday fund will allow you to travel in comfort. Make a list of three changes you can make now to reap the benefits of your income. Even small alterations will yield impressive dividends.

It's important to develop your natural gifts. A new friend will show you how to polish your abilities to new brilliance. There will be much boring practice involved. That doesn't appeal to an impatient person like yourself. Becoming an expert takes time, effort and sacrifice. The long term benefits are significant, but only if you learn impulse control. There will be plenty of time to party after you achieve mastery. Until then, stay focused and keep working. Rome was not built in a day.

Spending a relaxing day at home will have unexpected rewards. Your family has planned something special on your behalf. At first, you'll be so moved by the gesture you will be stunned into silence. Make sure you express your appreciation as soon as you are able. It's always been difficult for you to show emotion in public. You can let down your guard with your nearest and dearest. Some exciting changes are scheduled on the home front. You'll love the upcoming improvements.

You are a goal oriented individual. The prospect of going with the flow makes you anxious. If you hear of an exciting opportunity this Christmas, go ahead and pursue it. Your friends sympathise with your desire for success and will offer their full support. There's a chance someone in your social circle has heard of a business opportunity that seems tailor made for you. Strike while the iron is hot. It may be a seasonal holiday time, but you can still get an influential person on the phone.

People have confidence in you because of kept promises. When you don't think a request can be carried out, you say so. As a result, you have a loyal following. Don't be surprised when a group pays special tribute to you this Christmas. Your diligence is appreciated. These days, it's easier to humour people than give them truthful assessments. Because of your desire to treat people with honesty, dignity and respect, you've earned this tribute. Get ready for your close up.