Mental work of all kinds are favoured today, and you have the capacity to work hard and long at a task you want to complete. Whether you undertake this alone, or alongside other people, it is important to have a clear image in your mind of what you want to achieve, and endeavour to enthuse others with your vision. You may also experience some very powerful romantic feelings. An existing relationship could pose problems unless you are able to be very open and honest about your feelings, whilst a new relationship could be extremely compelling.

Close and intimate relationships are the focus of some very powerful planetary alignments at the present time, today it is the turn of Venus and Pluto. There are positive indications that you will be able to build up a good rapport with a partner ­ whether it is within an established relationship or a new encounter. Financial negotiations or investments could also benefit, so if you have been considering anything along these lines it might be a good time to approach the relevant people ­ but be sure you can really afford what you are planning to undertake!

Your desire to communicate and interact with other people is very strong, and may overshadow all other considerations. Whilst it is of course admirable to be warm and agreeable with other people, be careful that you do not allow your self to become too accommodating ­ it is important to express your own views succinctly and stick to your convictions. On the romantic front, encounters have the potential to be very intense and transformative, so prepare yourself to be bowled over.

Today the people in your life, both in a professional and personal capacity, give you a lot of solace and support. Relationships are friendly and harmonious and so you may be inclined to turn your thought to your most intimate connections. Your feelings here can be especially intense now, and a strong devotional love towards your partner may be experienced. Old issues could surface and assume importance so try to deal with them once and for all. To avoid unnecessary conflicts, be aware of what you say and do.

Relationships in your working life will run smoothly, as you communicate with your usual ease and finesse. Because of this, it will be a good day for meetings and connections that require conviction and insight. New friends and associates can be made and it is possible that some will be from overseas. In your love life, a new and deeper affection could develop with an existing partner, or perhaps a current friendship could develop into something more ­ either way, love and companionship are intertwined ­ so enjoy yourself.

An intense emotional encounter could bring about a powerful and even uncharacteristic response from you. You may feel a strong attraction to somebody at this time, but it is possible that problems could arise through an inappropriate alliance - confusing a professional relationship with a personal one could be an example of this. If you keep the potential consequences uppermost in your mind, then you will be able to make appropriate decisions as to whether or not you want to go ahead with a proposed alliance. Be cautious.

With your ruling governess, Venus being powerfully influenced by Pluto, you could find intimate relationships are under pressure. If you want to ensure that things between you remain as harmonious as possible, why not suggest that the two of you take a trip. Visiting new places, and encountering new and enlightening experiences could really bring you both much closer together. You may find that not only will you share the excitement of an interesting journey, but you may also discover a lot about each other too.

There will be nothing irresolute about your encounters with other people today, as powerful cosmic influences are at work. It is through close personal relationships that you are most likely to feel the strongest effect, and here you may have to deal with some controversial or contentious issues. The positive outcome of this is that you can come to realise the strength and conviction in your partner is something you respect and hold in high regard. Show your admiration ­ it will be appreciated.

Your most intimate relationships are under the spotlight during this catalytic grand planetary alignment. You should be able to express your feelings clearly and with a psychological purpose and profundity. Don't hold back, but tell your amour how much you admire and care for them. By doing so, it could bring a touch of glamour and spice into your relationship and this will be pleasurable for you both. If there are any unresolved issues between you, then endeavour to sort them out today whilst your affection and passion are running so high.

As you are a down-to-earth person, even in your close and intimate liaisons practicalities have to be taken into consideration. Although your feelings may be deep and profound, you do not allow them to swamp reason, and so if you see there are certain changes that are needed to be made, then you will waste no time in endeavouring to introduce them. By harnessing the powerful energies at work today, you will be capable of initiating effective and favourable transformations for the better.

It is likely that matters relating to your love life will dominate your thoughts under the current skies. Perhaps even more than is your usual way, you crave excitement and stimulation from your relationships. It is true that you seek intensity and even thrills, but take care not to become too carried away with a sudden and unexpected attraction. Impetuous and rash behaviour now could lead to problems later when your feelings have settled down. Enjoy flirting, yes, but be cautious of anything more.

The caring and compassionate side of your nature is emphasised and so relationships can be very rewarding. If you have a partner, then this holds the promise of being an emotionally satisfying day. It would be a good time to bring up an issue that has been on your mind ­ but make sure you do it in a gentle and thoughtful way. An encounter with someone outside of your usual social circle could open your eyes to a whole new spectrum of experience, and this could uplift your spirits even further.