Your mood swings like a pendulum this morning but by tonight a little lovin' calms you down. The urge to get involved in somebody else's private affairs is more trouble than its worth. You've always been in your element by being in the thick of things. Maybe it's because you prefer turmoil to peace. Unfortunately, when you're always in the eye of the storm, you can't attend to important matters, like your health. Look to your own business.

Avoid pummelling people with your ideas and beliefs today or you'll open up a hornet's nest. Usually, you prefer to walk the straight and narrow; new experiences rarely hold any appeal for you. That may change when someone proposes an exotic trip. Take this opportunity to broaden your horizons. So long as the accommodation is reasonably plush and the food is good, you'll have fun.

A little thing called sex or money is bound to raise the temperatures of passion. Somewhere along the line, you learned that life is a constant struggle from security. Little do you know that this doesn't have to be true. A steady job that pays well is within your grasp if you want it. Start sending out resumes to companies that offer lots of intellectual stimulation. You can be inspired and grounded.

You're skating on thin ice re a relationship so don't play emotional games with anyone. You're still struggling to strike a balance with an ultra practical person who doesn't see the point in dreaming. Your best bet is to divide your duties straight down the middle. Your partner can take care of the boring stuff like money and long-term planning while you tackle chores involving public relations and advertising.

A psychosomatic problem hurts just as much as physical one - time to heal your emotions. You're getting a wee bit tired of being told what to do, especially since you've proved your reliability time after time. Perhaps you should take this micro manager aside and say you have the job well in hand. Chances are this person is completely unaware how annoying their behaviour really is.

A child or immature adult is going to get on your nerves maybe its time to haul them over the coals. If you've ever wanted to get involved with the performing or creative arts, why not join a community project? You may have to work you way up from the bottom, but that's never been a problem for you. Once people see how handy and reliable you are, you will be given the more glamourous jobs. Get your feet wet.

Problems arise from a person's feelings being hurt - okay you got the message, don't milk it. Someone has been overstepping their boundaries with you, and you're not going to take it anymore. A direct confrontation will put an end to this situation. You're characteristically tactful and polite so folks don't expect you to make a scene. When you do, it's so embarrassing that they never press their luck again.

Watch out someone uses emotive language to get you on t heir side, check out the full facts. Instead of complaining that you can't perform a simple task, take the time to learn it properly. Previous experiences with a bad teacher or parent shouldn't deter you from becoming more self-sufficient. You have to admit, it's humiliating to ask for help every time this problem crops up. Empower yourself.

Emotional blackmail could mean you lose a heap of dough, don't be a sucker over cash. By not being a chump A nice sum of money could finally fall into your lap, and your first impulse is to buy everyone presents. Think before you whip out your credit card, though. Wouldn't it be better to put this fund into savings, where it can serve you well into the future? You shouldn't have to buy friendship or love with expensive gifts.

The Moon in your sign gives you a thin skin this morning but you're a red hot lover tonight. Making a favourable impression should be a snap, thanks to an upsurge of confidence. Your problem may be shaking off annoying types who decide to latch themselves to your side. Indulging these star struck characters will only drain you of valuable energy. Make it clear that you have bigger fish to fry.

Something that happened to you way back returns like a bad penny - don't dwell on what you can't change. Developing a hidden talent can give you lots of pleasure, especially if your activities cause a lot of agitated whispering. You always did love keeping secrets. You may want to confide in someone you trust, though. Otherwise, they'll take your need for privacy as a personal rejection. Think before you act.

A friend is always coming to cry on your shoulders but where are they when you need them? Your boundless optimism can heal some rifts that have occurred amongst those you love. Refuse to be daunted by a cynic who keeps saying your efforts are doomed. The greatest victory is telling a nay sayer, 'I told you so.' Someone who refuses to communicate can be humoured out of their bad mood.