Travel and learning anything new is likely to be more of a challenge than you first expected. A journey or plans to broaden your horizons in other ways may have seemed simple at first, but it is turning out to be problematic in a number of ways. It's easier said than done, but try to stay calm and relaxed and avoid overdoing things in a rush to reach your ultimate destination.

A loved one's imagination is running away with them; their ideas are likely to be expensive and time consuming. Some suggestions are worth consideration and you will find ways to trim costs to create a more viable plan of action. So pay attention, even if thoughts of the future seem like nothing more than idle daydreams at the moment. You could find yourself taking some ideas more seriously over the weeks to come.

You are in control of only so much of your life as you will be discovering for yourself today. The people you are involved with and many other things around you can affect what happens no matter how careful you are to avoid certain problems. As testing and challenging as a situation is, what occurs is an important lesson for the future. You won't be faced with anything you can't deal with and everything about to happen will be for a reason.

Give some extra attention to health matters and check routine responsibilities are up to date. Something minor may have been overlooked and this could cause a major problem in the future if it isn't picked up on today. It might also pay to focus on your own work and resist the distraction of colleagues who try to tempt you from the straight and narrow. A job done well could come to the notice of those who matter and can influence your progress.

A frivolous attitude should be avoided or your work will suffer. Also it will take time to get back in a superior's good books! Even the best laid plans could fall to pieces around you today and your best tactic is to stay alert and muddle through as best as you can. If you're searching for romance you might find it with someone who is considerably older or younger than you, this evening.

A domestic crisis involving an appliance breaking down when you need it or a mechanical failure won't please you. The warning is vague but you could possibly prevent an accident by making sure you turn off gas and electrical appliances before leaving home. Eat nourishing meals and avoid snacking throughout the day. Every move you make seems to be hampered by difficulties and obstructions. These are not of your making but it could be down to you to sort them out!

You might wonder why you keep in touch with certain relatives when all they do is give you a hard time. Those related to you seem to think they have the right to lecture and criticise when what you could really do with is a little support! There may not be a lot of affection in your relationships but at least you will feel you have done your duty in contacting them. The main point is: you don't have to listen to everything they say!

Keep a tight hold on your money, check your change and ideally leave your credit card in a safe place at home! If you're travelling, carry just enough cash on you to see you through the day. The chances of loss or theft are high. Don't be surprised either if an older friend or colleague is in a snooty mood. At least if they aren't very talkative you will be able to finish some urgent work without any interruption!

Relationship issues have made a certain bond seem like a long journey and your journey isn't over yet. There are still matters which need to be sorted out between you. If you can avoid making things official, so much the better. The atmosphere at times will not be peaceable but the more you talk the more likely you will agree on a settlement to suit everyone. Some unexpected good news could lift your spirits, this evening.

Opening yourself up to someone might feel like exposing yourself and revealing all your weaknesses. Not everyone is comfortable talking about their innermost emotions but a friend or partner wants to get closer. They won't feel they know you until you are more open with them. It could be a blessing to spill out your feelings with the right person as this will allow others to help you overcome your fears and weaknesses and convert them into strengths.

Other people are calling the tune today; you may have no choice but to occupy a back seat. At first you might resent this but try not to let your feelings show. You can still do some useful work behind the scenes and your efforts will be rewarded. As it is, there is a lot of tension in the front lines and you will be doing yourself a favour by keeping a low profile and leaving it to others to stick their necks out!

Be sure there is not an unbalanced load and anything you take on jointly is equally shared. Ignore those who wish to experiment with new ideas. If you stick to methods that have proved themselves in the past, you are more likely to make progress. If you're having trouble with aching feet it might help to purchase comfortable shoes. It doesn't matter if these aren't in the height of fashion, your well being is more important!