You might drop a joint project in favour of something that holds a more personal appeal and think no more about it. The enthusiasm and positive effort you're putting into a self imposed target will soon earn you the recognition and respect you desire. In order to gain credit for your own work, you are doing the right thing by moving on to a project you cannot share with others and must be carried out purely as a solo endeavour.

Your assertive and direct approach brooks no argument or interference from others. There is something you intend to do and nothing is going to get in your way. Those who have never met the stubborn side of your nature are about to do so today. Some will be impressed by your tenacity. Others might feel a little nervous knowing they cannot match your resolve. What they may not realise is you aren't expecting anything from them. Today, you're doing something for yourself.

The weeks ahead seem to warrant a fresh approach in issues which weren't adequately resolved in the past. A relative or close friend is strangely critical of the things you do. Instead of letting this annoy you, try to look on it as genuine concern and not criticism. You might pick up on a sense of urgency around you and this will motivate you into action. When intent on a goal, you can make short work of whatever takes your interest as you will be proving to others today.

You're trying to squeeze far too many things into too few hours. Life can be demanding; if current commitments are leaving you stressed and exhausted at the end of each day, it would do you no harm to develop some form of relaxation technique. Try yoga, hypnosis, meditation. A lengthy soak in a deep hot bath is another alternative for this evening. Remember, burning the candle at both ends can be detrimental to your health.

Established routines are breaking up all around you; new procedures will take some getting used to. An old friend could be moving some distance away or a workmate has put in their resignation much to everyone's surprise. New commitments could also mean you will be parting company with a group interest in your leisure area. Look on these as positive changes that will benefit you in the long run.

You're building up the courage to approach your partner or someone in the family about issues causing you concern. It may for instance have come to your attention how prone they have been to letting their everyday commitments slide. If others have been taking it for granted that you will bail them out in the eleventh hour, let them know this will not be so. Tactfully suggest they start taking care of their own interests in the future and this might help make them more self reliant.

A craving for security compels you to take a more serious approach to money, family life and relationships. Discuss your interest for investing your cash in all the different ways available. Loved ones who are making new domestic arrangements need your support. You're also due a serious discussion with a partner and there is no doubt long term future plans will be discussed. Others are surprised at the propositions that get your approval when you weren't so keen on similar ideas in the past.

You could do with making the most of a brief few days when you don't have to worry about money. It's not as if you're burying your head in the sand and you're well aware this is probably the proverbial calm before the storm. New financial beginnings are soon likely and these may be linked with buying, selling, property, investment, or tax matters. Others may comment on your calm outlook but all you want to do is forget about such things for a wee while knowing you will have them to take care of in the future.

Two areas could be a source of constant and often conflicting demands: career and your social life. Increasing job commitments will mean you have less time to join in with a particularly packed social agenda. Since you are aware of your responsibilities both to your employer and your friends, you will find the energy to cope with everything they demand of you. Expect to be ready for a breather in about six weeks' time!

A group outing or team event will do a lot to brighten your spirits. Mixing with new friends and old, sharing opinions, gossip and experience will be a wonderful way to relax and take you out of yourself. People are starting to speculate about some events and there are many tales going around, some of them contradictory. Be sure not to believe the lies being told about a new face in your area. In romance, prove yourself with actions, not words.

With you making such strong efforts to make every penny work, why should you keep loaning money to others? A friend or relative is starting to rely on you too heavily and expects you to always be there for them when they run out of cash. You're sick of their lazy attitude and this gives you the confidence to refuse any more requests they make for a loan. A new interest is set to become of paramount importance to you and whatever the reason behind it, you're determined to make it work out for you.

Whether or not it was your original intention, you're likely to be giving someone a helping hand. With you being so tuned into the mood, feeling and thoughts of others, you can anticipate their needs almost before they do themselves. A surprising twist in events could bring something positive your way, all through your uncanny instinct to home in on a gainful enterprise. Go with anything you feel strongly about today; your intuition won't let you down.