A day trip out or a get together with friends could broaden your mind and experiences. Someone will give you some useful information. Even when you would rather relax and let your hair down, stay alert. A charity event or fund raising enterprise gains importance now. You lend your support in areas where other people seem to be having problems.

Allow yourself plenty of time if you're involved in or just beginning a joint project. The preparation stage could take a lot longer than you first imagined. As it is, you don't like to rush things and it wouldn't suit you to have to work at breakneck speed. Keep a careful eye on what others are getting up to as their attempts to cut corners could mess everything up.

A lot of patience is needed today; it isn't easy to charm someone into an agreeable frame of mind. A loved one might be worrying about something connected to their work or health. Encourage them to spill out their thoughts. You are trying to stay positive but it is one of those days when circumstances seem to be against you. You just can't get ahead and there is nothing you can do to make things any easier!

Whether Christmas shopping or buying something for the home, trust your instincts in cash concerns. A friend or loved one seems to be in the mood to spend, spend, spend. Unless you have money to burn, don't get drawn into their expensive plans. Prepare yourself for some money inspired disagreements. If your bank balance is starting to take a bit of a beating, stick to your guns.

Before splashing out on something new, give other people the chance to dissuade you. You could be ruining someone's idea for a Christmas gift if you start spending on yourself today. Life is busy and eventful but you are also starting to tire. You might find yourself in the company of people you don't like very much this evening. Tension comes through pretending to have a good time when you aren't!

Arrangements to meet with friends could be cancelled at the last minute. Your disappointment isn't likely to last. You might find something better to enjoy within your own four walls. Or you could take the chance to complete the bulk of your Christmas shopping. Visitors will come calling this evening. The news they bring provides an ideal opportunity to throw a small party, perhaps in order to celebrate.

You will learn quickly as new ideas intrigue you; the look and learn approach is best today. Through observing people, watching their methods and listening to their views you will gain a lot of valuable information. A project needing attention should be given your single minded effort. Benefits come your way because of your alert frame of mind.

Someone is trying to deter you as you start planning your long term future. Your mood is supremely sensible today. Those around you who are frivolous and playful aren't ready to take such a serious view. Good advice will come from someone older and wiser. A meaningful discussion helps you assess where your priorities lie. Today's events and decisions herald a new chapter in your world.

A new door in your life is flung open offering you the chance to fulfil a dream or special goal. It is time to put a personal project on the launch pad. New experiences will transform your expectations for the future. You will feel more confident now. A friend is not having such a good time. Don't push to find out why they are so contrary. Time will reveal all you want to know.

Reflecting on events, people and recent situations gives you positive insight in a personal sense. You are more aware of your feelings, thoughts and capabilities as you tune into your inner world. Out of this, greater confidence in your long term plans will emerge. You are ready now to leave remnants of the past behind you as you set off, on course, for success.

An underlying need for more challenge and new goals to work towards influences all you do. There is no doubt in your mind: you want to pursue new avenues in the future. Mixing with people who are experienced and informative puts you in touch with new opportunities. Avoid those who tend to be prim, unadventurous and disapproving. If you are single, a touch of romance could also brighten your day.

There could be a larger number of rumours circulating; take each and every one of them with a pinch of salt. Confusion could surround conversations. Information and messages received are misleading. Unless you check everything, expect to have to go back to square one. The entire day seems to be trying in some way. Added to this, your vitality is low.