You will be concerned with expressing yourself assertively especially if you feel in any way challenged. You do not want to hide your feelings, rather it is important to you to act in as natural and unencumbered manner as possible. The familiar possessions and objects around you will bring you a sense of security and you will derive much pleasure from recollecting the stories attached to each item. Enjoy the memories they invoke, but watch you do not become too emotional.

It is personal issues and concerns that will be of paramount significance to you over the next few days. As the Moon enters the sign of Taurus, then your inherent qualities of practicality, steadfastness and determination will be especially pronounced. It might take you a little while to come to a firm decision about what you want to do and achieve, but once your mind is made up, you will follow through with your plans resolutely. Don't delay, decide what you want and go after it.

You derive a great deal of emotional strength and security from establishing close links with your friends. Whether it is through an individual friendship, or conversely your participation in joint endeavours with like-minded people, the happy companionship you share is the feature you most appreciate. Communication matters are strongly highlighted, which suggests you will indulge in many lively and enjoyable conversations, phone calls and visits. This is a busy period, so be sure you take the time to relax a little too.

You are currently able to approach your duties and responsibilities in a very practical and hands-on manner. Work commitments and community obligations can be conscientiously fulfilled. As the Moon move into the steady sign of Taurus, you will find your immediate reactions to the circumstances unfolding around you might be somewhat slow to start. However as soon as you adjust to any changes you will be most assured and determined in your desire for progress, and willing to work hard to achieve your aims.

During this dynamic period, you want to forge ahead with several creative ideas, plans and objectives. Even if they wanted to, other people would be unable to dampen your enthusiasm and verve. However try not to be too dogmatic in your dreams for the future. It is no point stubbornly holding on to a goal that no longer serves. Be open to the input of others and fresh and innovative opportunities may suddenly open up for you. Your aspirations will soar.

You will be inclined to keep things to yourself even if it would be better they were out in the open. It could help to clarify your thoughts and ideas if you could bring yourself to go to a trusted friend and confide your concerns in them. This encounter could be most therapeutic and open the way for a new and more down-to-earth attitude in the way you deal with emotional situations. Don't be tempted to rush things though, slow and sure is the best approach.

Even if a tricky situation arises in a close relationship you can deal with it in a hands-on practical manner. Balance and harmony are always important to you so you are happy to work at establishing them in your links with other people. Whether it is a complicated discussion with a business associate, a difference of opinion with your partner, or an emotional confrontation with someone who holds an opposing view to your own, you will be able to methodically and effectively set to work on resolving the relevant issues.

Your main concern now is to develop and establish a practical and workable daily routine and schedule. You may have some quite drastic ideas in mind to transform your usual practices, and initiating them may well require a certain amount of patience and tenacity. Do not rush in and try to achieve everything all at once. It would be far more productive in the long run to adopt a slow and methodical approach, and it will also be less mentally tiring into the bargain.

You are able to strengthen and build up a firm and secure link in your relationship with a child or lover. You feel especially warm and benevolent towards them, and this helps to establish an easy and steady rapport. You will not want to spoil this happy atmosphere, and so even if you experience any small irritations you will put them to one side as you feel they are not worth mentioning. Sharing a recreational activity could bring you even closer together.

Recreational activities that give your practical nature full expression are most likely to appeal now. You will also derive a great deal of pleasure and satisfaction from working steadily and methodically towards a particular goal. Whatever occupation you choose to undertake, from learning a new craft or skill, to pursuing an artistic hobby, you will enjoy watching the project or talent take shape before your eyes. The more in-depth your concentration, the more rewarding the activity will be to you.

If you would like to brighten up your home environment, then this would be an excellent day to start. You are capable of bringing many exciting and innovative ideas to mind, and eager and enthusiastic to make some positive changes to enhance your surroundings. The practical side of your nature is also emphasised at present and so you can work systematically and steadfastly at any task or objective that you set for yourself. As this is so, don't waste a moment - put your plans into action.

Try to be a little accommodating and flexible in your communications with the people in your daily life. Under the present celestial forces, it would be easy to stick to old views and opinions and disregard new and more modern ones. Chat to the folks you meet, and be creative in your approach. Don't dismiss anything as unfeasible until you have had sufficient time to consider it carefully. Interest and excitement could come from some unexpected areas, so be alert.