Try not to go by appearances. Your first impression could be very wrong when you are introduced to someone new. A long discussion needs more careful thought and you can only do this on your own. It will take some time to get your head around all that has been said.

A colleague's behaviour will draw significant criticism from a senior colleague. A new relationship may hit a few snags but you won't give up at the first hurdle. An important decision must be made. You've never rushed into anything and you will only give a final commitment after taking time for reflection and analysis.

You're walking a shaky line if you're taking a test, interview or examination without having done any preparation beforehand. The more prepared you are, the greater your chances of success. There are a number of things you and those you work with can do to make life easier in the future.

A workmate or housemate is struggling with aches and pains. They will welcome your kind help and support. Even though this means extra responsibilities being loaded on you, you won't complain. If conditions remain the way they are you can see this bringing future challenges and these are challenges you are well prepared for.

Keep your plans and thoughts a secret from the world. A rival will be asking a lot of questions. The friendly interest they show in your activities could lull you into a false sense of security. People don't change overnight. If this person has stood in your way in the past, they could easily do so again.

You can do so much more than you give yourself credit for, so stop driving yourself so hard. In the past you have been critical of your efforts but looking back, you will see you have achieved a lot. You've made a great job of a difficult project and you should be proud.

You hadn't appreciated a friend's strength of personality until they join you in supporting a worthy cause. Working on behalf of a political party, religious organisation or charity concern will be enormously satisfying. You have the support of some skilled and intelligent people and this will take you far.

One small mistake could cost you a lot in time and money. It may not be you who makes the error. A careless friend or workmate might look to you to help sort out their problems. Although you are sad they are going through troubled times, it might be better not to get involved.

Be careful how you go. Rushing into anything could take you to places you don't want to be. Bottling everything up inside might only lead you to say something in an angry outburst that will reflect badly on you. Responsibilities are increasing but not in too rapid a way. You can handle all that is being expected of you.

Realising a cherished dream will be possible now if you accept a little help from a friend. You're starting to feel more active and alert. You're ready to get back into some form of routine that makes you feel as if you are more focused, more organised and able to make good progress.

Someone is annoying you with the stubborn stance they are taking to a problem that needs a flexible approach. If you fight irritation and talk things through one more time, a compromise will be found. Before taking on anything else, consider whether you will have the time and energy to see it through.

If you are confined indoors, take whatever chance you can get to get out and stretch your legs. You crave freedom and spending a little time outdoors will replenish your energy. Someone will want to get a job that is important to them out of the way but you have other things to do.