A newcomer to your circle might feel left out; make a little extra effort to include them. If conversations involve people they don't know they can hardly feel able to join in. Keep things cheerful but also watch out or extravagance might tempt you to spend more than you can afford on social pastimes. Expect the fast moving pace taking place on the job front to have a big impact on your relationships over the weeks ahead.

Any risks you have recently taken to try something new or gain further qualifications will now start to pay off. You might put these talents to the test in a new job or use them to support your credibility when applying for a more superior position. Your words and suggestions will have a bigger impact than you realise on family and loved ones. There are some who aren't yet ready to accept the changes you feel have to happen.

By listening too much to others, you aren't giving yourself the chance to make up your own mind. No matter what is being discussed, there always seems to be someone who disagrees with your views and you simply don't have the time to argue about every detail. You might decide to pull out of joint arrangements with a friend whose tastes are expensive. What's going on at home won't interest you much; you'd rather leave your housemates to it.

Consider how you might spend less time doing chores you don't enjoy and more time in recreation. Easier said than done perhaps but with a little organisation you should be able to come up with some useful and practical ideas. It will benefit you in the long run to look at ways of spending your life more efficiently. Romantic affairs seem much more light hearted these days. If you're single, every time you venture out into the world, there is a certain someone you keep bumping into!

Romance returns to your life if you are single, probably as a result of your involvement in social events. Teamwork will encourage you to make spontaneous arrangements for the evening. It will do you good to have a fun night out; don't shy away from the idea just because you've not had chance to prepare. Lucky breaks will come through unplanned moments. You get the opportunity to enhance your creative talents and exploit your full potential as an individual.

Take a calculated risk when the opportunity presents itself; this might appear at a social gathering. For once business and pleasure mix well and what you accomplish now could set the pattern for the rest of the year. People in high places are willing to support you in anything you undertake. You may not have a lot of time to complete a certain task but the encouragement you get from others helps enhance your confidence.

New acquaintances, fun and romance are on the cards held by you today; your social exploits could take you almost anywhere. More importantly you could meet some interesting people. If you're single, tread carefully as the rose of romance may have thorns attached. Don't let this stop you from enjoying yourself, just curb your vivid imagination and keep your feet fixed firmly on the ground.

Your path towards a particular goal has veered slightly off course. Spend some time working out a way to get back on the right track. Think twice about money making schemes you are considering; there will be problems and pitfalls ahead. Taking professional advice could save you from being out of pocket. Setting up new childcare arrangements for youngsters might be more complicated than expected.

The support you'd hoped to get for some new ideas doesn't seem to come your way. It is entirely possible you've broached the subject at the wrong time. Put your plans on hold until conditions are less hectic and you're more likely to get the cooperation you need. The daylight hours are full of activity and the evening may have a shadow over it as your partner or another loved one is in a sour mood.

If in the main this is a quiet day, there is no reason why you shouldn't relax and make the most of it. If you're at work, you might prefer to keep behind the scenes and out of everyone else's way. Personal ambitions make steady progress as you take the chance to work with no outside distractions. Even so you won't be keeping to yourself all of the time. High jinks in the shape of energetic romance will provide a perfect outlet for your energy this evening!

Relations with colleagues, neighbours and relatives are slightly strained; you had been hoping for better. Helping other people resolve their problems will have the positive affect of dissolving any tension that does exist. You're stepping into a sociable phase as Venus encourages you to make more effort to widen your social contacts. As a result of some unusual events, your diary will soon fill up over the weeks ahead.

Ideas for a new hobby or festive project could be sparked into action; you're bubbling over with enthusiasm. You have already put thought into this venture so you know where to start and how to avoid potential hitches. If money is a factor you may be tempted to spend more than you need to at this moment so try to be more cautious. An old friend doesn't think you've got the stamina to succeed in certain aims, you intend to prove you're made of sterner stuff!