Joint discussions could have a profound affect on your life over the next few months so be sure not to enter into anything lightly. Nothing will give you more pleasure than working with people you admire and respect. If taking part in a brainstorming session, you could be surprised at how keen others are to hear your views and to act on your suggestions. Creative energy flows. You inspire others with your enthusiasm and team efforts forge ahead quickly now.

The need to get more out of your life and thoughts of how to make your future more interesting could lead you to set new goals for yourself. If you feel as if lately you've been ambling along with no particular place to go, you will be looking for ways to make life more stimulating. It won't take a lot of effort to discover new paths that satisfy your cravings for change. You can help yourself by keeping a careful eye open for new opportunities.

Travel will figure prominently in your life now and you can confidently expect to be taking more trips at home and abroad than usual. This is a splendid time for holidaying or for finalising plans for a break. Beneficial influences surround overseas matters and foreign travel is likely to be more pleasurable than anticipated. The progressive trends you are experiencing at the moment are merely a foretaste of the shape of things to come.

Your family life takes a turn for the better with some cheering news arriving that helps make for improved personal relationships. You could be planning on doing a fair amount of entertaining over the days ahead, perhaps in the form of impromptu parties or get-togethers. Or equally as likely you might decide to press ahead with improvements, redecoration or even extending the home. It's an excellent day to propose new schemes within the family or to get going with existing plans.

You might feel as if Lady Luck is beaming in your direction; partners are in a generous mood and others are wide open to receiving your ideas. You are fully alert to spot opportunities as they arise and you will easily persuade loved ones to take full advantage. Your optimism could lead you to taking a gamble but do make sure that the word 'flutter' is the operative one now. It is never a good idea to risk money that has been set aside for specific purposes.

A chance meeting in the working area could lead to an intriguing association. Your career situation is about to improve but don't let success go to your head. You could make tentative overtures about job matters but be wary of letting those who could put stumbling blocks in your way know what you are planning. The best policy will be for you to take full advantage of the unmistakable support of those who are positive towards you while avoiding people who might not be as accommodating.

Your creative abilities are now finding outlet in a variety of spheres and you will also find yourself more in the mood for romance. You could be thinking very seriously about turning what is essentially a hobby into a money-making operation. Husband and wife teams will enjoy a shining future if you are thinking of combining business with pleasure. Any decisions made today stand an excellent chance of being a success.

Home, family and private matters look like taking precedence over other areas today. Your instincts are good and you can take the initiative in areas where there is no time for consultation. There is no need to worry about the consequences. Any action you take is likely to be particularly pleasing for all who are concerned. Abundant energy is available throughout this active day. You can also rely on your intuition.

You are about to start on a new voyage of learning and this could include a new skill or a different line in your career. You will be seeking to improve your situation and you are likely to achieve success beyond your expectations. Ideas that come to you today will be encouraged by the positive response of those around you. Attending a conference or convention will put you in touch with like-minded people and this could lead to romance if you are single.

Colleagues are helpful and their advice is useful; if you could do with more of the same, be honest and say so. People won't mind sharing their ideas with you when they can see you are acting on their suggestions. The fact that you appreciate their assistance will give them a boost so everyone stands to benefit. There's a strong feeling of freedom from pressures and worries. If problems have been affecting your health you should soon notice a change for the better

You will feel empowered by a sense of practical optimism concerning your long-term intentions. New goals will remain with you until you have reached your self-set targets. A special feature of the weeks and even months ahead will be the increased opportunity to take trips to faraway parts. Not only are you entering a progressive and optimistic phase but it will be a one you will positively enjoy. Spend some time casting around for ways to increase your mental scope even further.

Personal aims and ambitions and general hopes for the future should now be starting to take shape. Others will show how much they appreciate you for your talents and you will be amply rewarded for the jobs you take on at this time. If, lately you have allowed yourself to be pushed into the background, you will find yourself in the spotlight. You could end the day having done something you've never done before.