You might feel a need for lashings of peace and quiet and this is a longing that will be with you for some time. People who know you well could be surprised at your desire to pull out of social or group arrangements. You have given a lot of your time to other people since the year began and now it is time don't you think, to start considering your own needs.

Mixing with pleasant, easy going types will help you relax today; choose your company accordingly. There could be a sense of achievement through joining in a group or community venture over the weeks ahead. A friend might be in need of a word or two of encouragement before they embark on a new undertaking. You know just what to say to keep their spirits high.

A lot is going to happen in your professional world soon and excitement is in the air. It won't always be easy to remain calm and sensible when an offer or proposition might seem like a dream come true. Hard work is necessary if you take someone up on a challenge. Assertive action will create new opportunities and open new doors.

Travel, learning new subjects and new experiences over the weeks ahead mark an upturn in your learning curve. You might want to take a trip abroad and broaden your horizons in which case don't let restrictions dampen your spirits. You can overcome stumbling blocks with determination. An optimistic outlook will result in some well deserved achievements.

Financial and legal affairs need a careful and thorough approach these next four weeks. When sorting out matters relating to taxation, insurance, a legacy or bequest, it would be sensible to consult a professional who understands these affairs better than you. They may discover some useful information. This would also be a good time to make practical adjustments to your domestic budget.

In partnership matters, you need to play a careful game over the weeks ahead. Anything to do with joint finances, for instance, will need extra care and attention. Someone is neglecting their responsibilities or being too careless. Like it or not, you can't make decisions on your own. There will be a need for discussion, negotiation and compromise.

Health, work and personal obligations are uppermost in your mind. You want to get the best out of your world now but you must be realistic. Be prepared to acknowledge your limitations. This does not mean missing out on all the good opportunities. Just know when to stop! Rigorous physical activity for instance could lead to over tiredness. Fatigue could result in carelessness and inattention.

Optimism rises to the surface and this will do wonders for your closest relationships. If you are single, there is every chance wedding bells will be chiming soon. The weeks ahead will be good for strengthening romantic ties. Lady Luck is smiling on you now and a lot is about to happen to brighten your days. One word of caution: keep a strict eye on your spending!

You can look forward to a particularly progressive time at home between now and mid March. Plans and ideas the family have recently been discussing are starting to take shape. The results will be positive and productive. Some plans might still seem rather a long way from realisation but if you are willing to work hard, you will be surprised at how quickly progress is made.

If you have found it hard to focus your mind lately, your powers of concentration are back on form now. Over the next few weeks make the most of your high spirits and bright mind. You will be full of get up and go, which is just as well because life will be busy and demanding. Exciting information could be received regarding a possible new career direction.

You intend to take a realistic and practical view of money matters over the weeks ahead. If you feel joint financial arrangements could be changed for the better, you will be implementing these changes in next to no time. Clear thinking is yours to use to the full when it comes to matters of earning and finance. Others will benefit too, from your clever ideas.

You are going to be amazed by your willpower and determination over the weeks ahead. Once you have set your sights on a goal, you will not give up until you succeed. You will enjoy bringing the more assertive side of your nature out into the open although this will not make you overly headstrong. Be prepared to make decisions that will improve your current circumstances.