A sublime day to concentrate on nitty gritty jobs like accounts, paperwork and forms. Going on a short trip will teach you a thing or two and prove very enlightening. Tackling authority is sensible as you come across with great gravitas. Keep a note of everything that's said and agreed and then confirm in writing. It's important to keep a record of these precious days, so you can look back when necessary. Keep a record for peace of mind.

Eyes down on any financial figures that means sorting out where you stand and taking action once you know. The minute you do then the economic strain will start to ease. Even if you find you have more than you thought that doesn't mean you should step up your lifestyle. Pay off your debts first, and then start to put cash into savings. You must think of your long-term future now and that means laying solid fiscal cornerstones.

Go seriously into every aspect of your life you are unsure of, stabilise it or forget it. If you've been studying a subject for so long you're a virtual expert now's the time to go a step further or use your new knowledge to further your cause. If there's no institution of higher learning devoted to your field, start a class of your own - I bet there are grants around to help set it up. With your thirst for learning you are more than up to the task. Be a cerebral trailblazer, you were born to it!

Take nothing lightly that pertains to money, sex or your state of mind, eliminate what or who bugs you. An incident from your past continues to affect a relationship, no matter how hard you try to ignore it. Perhaps it's better to face it head-on? How do you feel about yourself - and be totally honest. Write it down, rip the pages into small pieces, then burn them. The power of ceremony has a wonderful way of empowering you to do what's right by you.

formalising a business deal or partnership will set you up for success to come in the long run. Investing more time and energy on any commercial union is a good idea, as you can bounce ideas off each other. It's all well and good to be self-reliant, but ultimately, you need to complement your talents with someone who is good at what they do. If you find a friendship has weakened take heart as a true buddy is always there for you.

Applying for jobs, grants, benefits, you name it but if you want work you enjoy shop around now. You have to take greater responsibility for your health if you're going to ward off fatigue. You've always put other people's needs ahead of your own. By giving yourself a break you'll have more energy to be of service. Consult with someone for tips on building your strength and changing your diet.

Self discipline is what will realise an ambition without it you'll just be a dreamer. Someone you meet now could introduce you to a new art form, one that you can get your own teeth into. Your appreciation for beauty only grows as the years go by. Isn't it time to put your taste to good use? You have flair, style and design sense a plenty so now do whatever has to be done to bring enjoyment into your life.

Cultivate and perfect a DIY idea that can save you time and money in the long run. Set the majority of your extra time aside for doing what has to be done to prepare the groundwork. It's important to fix broken items at home before Mercury goes retrograde on the 18th. Now there's a clue to what you have to do to make sure that in the future you can rely on yourself rather than waiting for the repair van to call.

A down to earth two-way conversation is the only way to clear the air and cool the tension. A serious discussion with your partner or an official will be more productive than you imagine. It's not that anyone wants to make trouble for you; it's just that they need to be reassured of your affection or intention. Because you've not been wearing your heart on your sleeve or making a commitment you bound to raise suspicions. Only you can change it.

Take or make no excuses when it comes to cash you want to hear it how it is and then you can choose. You'll make terrific progress in any endeavour thanks to your diligence and conscientious approach. Woe betide anyone who isn't punctual or is wasteful, as you will come down on them like a ton of bricks. Once someone reveals they are a resource nurture them; if they are just a nuisance disown them. You've not got time to waste!

Preparation means that when opportunity strikes you can make something out of nothing, so prepare! Joining an educational group provides you with the intellectual stimulation you need. Research and gathering data for a project you've been planning will ensure huge success but more than that, kudos. You have a special gift for looking at old institutions in new ways. Prestige and being recognised as an authority in your chosen field means so much more than cash now.

Whatever has to be done to ease a burden must be carried out discreetly if you are to succeed. Heading a charitable cause gives you a new lease on life; your starry-eyed idealism is a godsend for those who cannot see any point in even living. Cynical folk could poke fun at your involvement, but pay no attention. If everybody had their attitude, the world would be in a much sorrier state. Pay special attention to a pet or child who needs an extra dose of love.