A realistic and practical approach to your work over the weeks ahead could boost your earning power. You might think of ways to utilise a creative talent in your career. If you are single, a new romantic entanglement may be linked with your work. Emotionally and psychologically you should start feeling more positive and hopeful now.

A close relative or housemate may need some time alone with you today. They may have important news or confidential information to discuss. Some stimulating emotional influences prevail and at times you will not know whether to feel nervous, worried or excited. Emotions will be up and down but you will set a good example to others on how to keep feelings under control.

You will want to get involved in mentally stimulating activities these next few weeks. Anything that gets you out and about in your neighbourhood will get your vote. Entertaining friends at home will also become the norm and domestic responsibilities will keep you on your toes. There is going to be a lot going on and the days will fly by.

A younger colleague or family member wants to do their own thing and prove something to you. If you allow them an extra degree of independence you could be pleasantly surprised. Their achievements by the end of the day will earn them praise and congratulations. Not only this but you will have been left free to get on with your own work and you will have completed rather a lot yourself!

You will have a number of choices over the weeks ahead on how to improve your existing skills or learn new ones. Although you will find this exciting, you might sometimes be at a loss as to which is the best path to take. If you go down one route, you might miss out on another. Because of this don't rush into making your decisions. There is plenty of time to make up your mind. Avoid haste.

There is a focus on friendships and private affairs these next few weeks. Life will seem complicated when you want to pursue personal aims and at the same time you also want to make the most of social opportunities around you. Religion and spiritual matters may be a topic of conversation or you may join a self-help group to share information and experiences with like-minded people.

One way you know others respect and appreciate your talents is because of your increasing commitments. You have proved your ability only to be rewarded by having more duties piled on your shoulders. One good thing to come out of all this is over the next few weeks is both your professional and financial status will go into orbit. Keep up the good work and you will soon see all the effort has been worthwhile.

New job responsibilities could involve a number of journeys over the weeks ahead. If you have the opportunity to travel in connection with your work, you shouldn't hesitate to say yes. There are plenty of others who will grab the chance if you leave the way open for them to get in first. You need a lot of stamina to cope with rising commitments and to achieve your highest aims.

Although long distance travel or future plans for a journey may be a wee bit problematic, don't let this put you off. These next few weeks being out and about will be vital for your emotional and physical well-being. You could get a lot of pleasure and satisfaction through visiting places new to you; minor complications beforehand should not be allowed to get you down!

As a Capricorn you know how to channel your energy in positive and constructive ways. Today you get the chance to get ahead in important business even though this may mean leaving other less organised people behind. An ambitious streak keeps you ahead of the rest but you might offer some useful advice to a younger person who seems to be struggling with their commitments.

You are entering an important new phase in your love-life. A new partnership will bring you a lot to be happy about or a long-standing relationship will move onto a more secure footing. Loved-ones are falling over backwards to please you and you will make the most of this. Even so, let them have their way some of the time. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.

A meeting with your boss which you hadn't been looking forward to gives you the chance to make some good suggestions. This could help you up the career ladder. Remember: one rung at a time is fast enough. You don't want to run before you can walk. If you're single and hoping to change this soon, don't give up on your attempts to get a special someone to agree with you. Soon you will get the chance to forge a deeper bond in your relationships.