If someone you're dealing with has a short fuse and gets angry very quickly, you need to exercise more patience! You could well find yourself in a position of influence over another these next few weeks. If you are in a leadership role, the best plan is to step aside from the mainstream and encourage a policy of unity and consolidation. Far from thinking you aren't interested, others will be swift to admire your ability to guide from behind.

Circumstances could find you facing extra responsibilities where your work is concerned. You might start feeling a little alone and left with other people's burdens. Although this condition won't last, it will be important to stay calm, look after your health and avoid getting into conflicts. You will get the chance to prove what you are capable of so try looking upon this as a bonus, not a worry.

You might be thinking about making some dramatic changes in your lifestyle. This may mean altering or even cancelling arrangements already made but at least it will stop you from getting involved in activities you were never keen on anyway. It's certainly a day to bear in mind the phrase 'better safe than sorry'. If you follow your inclinations your social life will be full of interest and romance will be a strong theme these next few weeks.

A domestic dilemma isn't likely to remain a problem for long if you use some of your natural commonsense. In solving today's little problems, you might come up with some new ideas for the home. Your family life will be a source of joy and you are feeling more creative. You might start worrying less about career matters now. What's more to the point is you and your housemates are starting to enjoy an exciting new phase in your lifestyle.

You will be creating a more flamboyant reputation for yourself through speaking your mind in a crowded setting. Occasionally your feelings are so strong you just can't keep your views quiet. Where you should steer clear of impulsive actions is when cash is concerned. What looks like a bargain might turn out to be the opposite when you've had a chance to unwrap the packaging and examine exactly what you have bought.

New information regarding a money or professional matter comes to you today. This might give you renewed hope and galvanise you into action to achieve your aims. The reason you feel more optimistic and hopeful is you now have a specific goal to aim for rather than general hopes and vague expectations. Now you are able to focus your mind and concentrate your efforts in the one direction.

If you feel there is something non-eventful about your current situation, you should do something about it now. Rather than dwelling on what could be, instead, be ready to take the initiative and make a concerted attempt to turn some dreams into the real thing. Flexibility and imagination are two qualities to hold on to, over the weeks ahead. Soon you will have something special to celebrate.

You might prefer to observe from the sidelines as you aren't in the mood to participate in today's events. You cannot go far wrong by keeping a low profile and letting those around you take the initiative. As well as this meaning they get to bear the brunt of any chances that are taken, you get to notice where and how people are going wrong. This will help you deal more efficiently with problems in the future.

Advantages these next few weeks will come through you working on strengthening your relationships. It's a great time to start building bridges if there have been problems between you and another. People who were recently reluctant to back your more progressive ideas and plans may now change their mind. Although you may not have realised it, you have been making a good impression on someone. They're about to make you an offer you can't refuse!

Accept additional responsibilities and you will make some solid and meaningful professional gains. You're about to receive semi-official recognition for your past hard work. Don't question why some people are being extra nice to you. You're being appreciated for who you are and the weeks ahead are likely to bring days you will want to remember for a long, long time.

Outside involvements start gaining in momentum and you could find yourself travelling more than usual. The chance to get involved in activities that are unusual in some way will bring the gregarious side of your nature to the fore. Your enthusiasm could lead you to take on excessive commitments at an early stage of the proceedings. A lot is happening already. There's no need to rush into anything more!

Be sure you don't allow financial and legal responsibilities you are taking on to start to overwhelm you. If you find yourself dealing with weighty matters over the next few weeks, try to take things slowly and deal with one easily digestible piece at a time. Go out of your way to see the best in friends and acquaintances this evening. Someone may make some unfair comments but perhaps they aren't thinking about what they're saying!