Today, you could be praised for being a conscientious and reliable worker. In the past, you focused on putting forth the most impressive performance. Now you realise it's more important to be consistent than dazzling. This frees up a lot of energy for creative projects. Working on a hobby during your free time will prove much more rewarding than giving the best of yourself to the job. Keep your priorities straight. Acquiring practical skills could put you in line for more pleasant work.

If you want to excel in the arts, you need to practice, practice, practice. At first, the thought of devoting an hour each day to writing, playing music, or painting could unnerve you. That's because your initial efforts won't be very impressive. If you put your perfectionist tendencies aside, though, you'll loosen up and have fun. Adopting a more carefree attitude towards this activity may inspire a child who is also interested in a creative field.

An air of calm goes a long way towards reassuring a loved one and it's up to you to ease this person's fears. Normally, you're the one who is wound tighter than a string. In this case you have a better perspective than your friend. Change never scares you. In fact, it makes you excited for the future. By sharing your enthusiasm in a gentle way, you'll both be able to move forward without fear. You'd make a great coach.

Ventures related to learning, teaching, or writing are highly favoured and these could even put you in the path of romance. Someone who admires your diligence could come forward and ask for a date. If you're already in a relationship, this would be a good time to take a class with your partner. Common interests cultivate intimacy. Subjects like handcrafts, horticulture, or journalism may appeal to you both. Discuss the possibilities over a nice dinner. Good food always whets the appetite for adventure.

Long range planning can pay off handsomely, but it will require patience which can be difficult to cultivate in today's 'get rich quick' culture. Turn a deaf ear to all those advertisements urging you to spend money you don't have. By putting a small portion of your income into savings each week, you'll accumulate a sizable nest egg by this time next year. Saving money is like exercise. The more you do it, the more enjoyable it becomes. Give it a try!

Taking your creative talent seriously is imperative but too often, you're focused on doing what is practical. Refusing to follow flights of fancy will rob you of joy. If you've ever harboured a secret desire to write, do yourself a favour and spend a half hour each day scribbling in your diary. You don't have to produce a masterpiece. You just have to satisfy your urge for expression. Remember, all work and no play makes a dull Virgo.

Going off to work on your own could prove productive. Normally, you're quite sociable, but today you prefer your own company. Creating a workspace in your home is another possibility. Make sure this area affords lots of creature comforts. This will make it easier to attend to your chores. The one thing you can't economise on is a good chair. Go ahead and splurge on a model perfectly suited to your body. When you're comfortable, you produce great work.

It's time you learned to accept compliments; make it your mission to let kind remarks sink into your bones. Your first instinct will be to brush them off. Consider how this reaction can hurt the people who have come forward to acknowledge your strengths. Nobody likes to be dismissed. A loyal friend could encourage you to begin a writing project. Take this advice seriously. You may discover a hidden talent for storytelling. If you're in the market for a computer, ask for a discount.

You've got a knack for business and politics. If you're offered an important job, be sure to ask for a good salary. The powers that be may balk at first, but they'll soon give in to your demands. Your talents are uniquely suited to this position. There's a good chance you'll be put in charge of a large group of workers. You'll have to be strict at first, or your colleagues will try to take advantage of you. Remember, you're their boss, not their friend.

A great desire to learn could encourage you to re-educate yourself. The intellectual stimulation will give you an alluring glow. You're never more attractive than when you're engaged in activities you enjoy. If you're looking for love, you could find it in the classroom. Keep your eyes open for a hard working student with a keen mind. This person will be modest about their abilities, but will probably be the most talented scholar in the group. The two of you are kindred spirits.

Attending to joint finances could be a labour of love but finding ways to maximise your investments appeals to your logical side. Starting a retirement or college fund is favoured. It's much easier to take chances when you have a nest egg. You may want to keep this fund a secret for the time being or friends may ask for loans. It's not because you're ungenerous but just you need to have to protect your family's interests. Nobody else will do it for you.

Friendship could turn to romance, if you're so inclined. Lately, you've felt a strong pull towards someone with an air of maturity. This person makes you feel safe and secure, even when circumstances are difficult. If you're already in a relationship, you may have an opportunity to relieve your partner of some heavy burdens. You love being of service this way. Granted, you'll have less time to do the things you love, but this situation won't be permanent.