Be patient, show tolerance and look for the good in people who rub you the wrong way, today. It is hard to notice a colleague's positive qualities when their faults seem so vividly on show. They need gentle encouragement for their true potential to surface. Consider the fact your own mood and reactions are colouring your judgement. Give someone the benefit of the doubt.

If and when you come across any problems, opt for tried and trusted methods that have worked in the past. Encourage others to do the same. Someone might come up with all sorts of weird and wonderful suggestions to speed things along. New ideas will hinder progress. Stick with what you know and are familiar with if you want to do well today.

Settle arguments rather than allow them to fester by refusing to talk. A friend or loved one wants to clear the air after a small misunderstanding. You might not feel happy about what was said or even left unsaid. You need to consider other people's feelings too. Everyone has their shortcomings, even you. Be prepared to forgive and forget. Don't let a small understanding come between you.

You wonder who and what to put first: family matters or career concerns. A friend in distress is looking for someone to lean on; they have chosen you. You wish you could be in two places at the same time. This is not possible so sort out your priorities. You are giving a lot of your time to other people. Remember you have your own needs too!

A phone call, letter or email could mark the start of an exciting new creative venture. New arrangements go exactly as planned and you feel you couldn't have hoped for better. Your mood is adventurous. You use your mind in creative ways. Imagination and emotions influence decisions now. A new hobby or activity will mean a lot to you in the future.

Someone in the family might be looking fed up and exhausted; encourage them to take a rest. You have the energy and stamina to do the work of two. You won't mind taking over someone else's responsibilities if they aren't up to it at the moment. At work it might fall on you to train a new person for the job. With your help and encouragement they will soon start to feel at home!

If day to day duties are starting to get on top of you why not delegate some of your responsibilities? Sweep some things under the carpet; it's not as if anyone will know. Activities away from home will bring extra pleasure and broaden your viewpoint. Watch what you spend on having fun especially if you promised a partner you would be sensible with your cash.

Old friends may not understand new plans; are you going to let this stop you from moving forward? Because your ideas are mainly geared towards a special project, you would rather get on without anyone else's interference. As it is, problems are likely if you rely on an irresponsible person to make arrangements. You are right to insist on paddling your own canoe.

Friends and associates seem unable to get on without you. Although this will cause you some inconvenience, deep down you are glad to know how much you are needed. It's a good day to let your heart rule your head. If you're single, lonely and looking for love, accept a party invitation; romance will make its tender presence felt, in no uncertain manner!

It is fun to be spontaneous; stop analysing and just enjoy. Through acting on impulse you will inject more closeness into personal relationships, in particular a new love affair. A recently made friendship veers onto a more definite footing when you realise how much you both have in common. A new idea could be started this evening, with the help of a partner.

New faces on the work scene will make for a welcome change. Someone might suggest new methods of executing a particular job. You will quickly adopt these and improve on them too! Friends, old and new, feature in many areas of your life making this an interesting and active day. You want to get things done now and a loved one's wholehearted approval is a real tonic.

Make the most of plans to improve working efficiency. Listen to all ideas being discussed as some of these will save you time and effort in the future. If self employed, you might improve the smooth running of your business by bringing in help and sharing knowledge. Most relationships are upbeat and helpful but you need to limit the time you spend with someone who is glum.