You might normally have had big social plans for this time of the year and although life may not be as exciting as you had hoped, you will actually enjoy keeping a low profile. Pace yourself if you are working. Be sensible about how much you can expect of yourself and others, in one day.

Flexibility is key when making arrangements with your family and friends. It's not going to be easy to please everyone especially when restrictions curb your movement and activities. Don't allow stubbornness to even get a look in. Keep talking and a compromise will be found.

Keep your thoughts positive. You long for it to be easier to make travel plans, party plans and to arrange fun get togethers with friends. You keep comparing what you are going through now with this time last year when you should be trying to keep your thoughts upbeat.

You are streets ahead of any competition if you're working hard to realise an important ambition. Your friends and colleagues admire and appreciate your determination. Don't be surprised when people come to you for advice and guidance. They really are interested in what you have to say.

You've been through many difficulties and you have overcome many challenges. That's why, whatever is in store for you over the next few days you will face it with positivity. Shopping for the home will give you a lot of pleasure. Decorating your home with festive colours and sparkling decorations will feel uplifting.

You are highly imaginative and combining your ideas with those of your family could sprinkle a festive mood through your home. There will be a lot of enjoyment sharing projects in the home and the only thing you need to resist is an urge to spend more than you can afford.

Romance will bring moments of happiness. Show how much you really care through your deeds. Words will mean nothing if your actions fail to support what you are saying. It's a great time to escape familiar places for a while. Your aim is to have fun and to spend as little time as possible on anything serious.

Clear the clutter from around you. Get rid of anything that is making you feel hemmed-in or restricted. Taking a balanced view of life makes it easier for you to see things more clearly and express yourself honestly. You will feel more able to make more of yourself once you cut ties that are holding you back.

You're looking to make a job change but opportunities are few and far between. There's something on your mind concerning your main goals. Thoughts go round in circles. While you wait for the right challenge to present itself, it would be best to get on with what you have to do and accept new doors will open but not at the moment.

Something that occurred in the past is making you overly suspicious. Your tendency to look for hidden meanings behind other people's words and actions is causing tension in relationships. Accept that your family and friends are being honest in what they say to you. A special offer will not have strings attached.

Your determined outlook will help you make a success of whatever you take on. You intend to do your best and you will excel in your efforts. Such motivation is appreciated by teammates and workmates but do remember to let yourself enjoy moments of simple relaxation. Keep a sense of proportion.

You're looking ahead and wondering how to establish a more organised and stable lifestyle. Spending time alone away from anyone who might try to influence you, is essential. This is a decision you must make on your own. It's too important to have well-meaning friends confuse you with their suggestions.