If you're starting on a home renovation project, think about who you hire to do the job. Check their credentials and ask to see examples of their work; you don't want to become victim of cowboy builders. If you decide to project manage the venture yourself do you really have time to fit this in with your other commitments? You've always been attracted to the type of work that enables you to see results of your endeavours but remember: results only come through commitment.

If there are lessons to be learned today, you should be quick to learn them. When it comes to finances don't allow tunnel vision to blind you to the potential of ideas others are putting your way. In the past you may have missed out on opportunities through an over cautious attitude. Today you can still be careful while being more exploratory in your thinking and more daring in your attitude.

What sounds like a great deal will depend on the circumstances in which you find yourself today. A job opportunity might have been perfect for you if only you'd not just taken on new responsibilities that make it impossible for you to take advantage of the offer. If you're gambling with money you can't afford to lose, don't! Use your head and think about the consequences of all decisions you are making.

You start the day feeling in tune with the world and those who are in it! Your intuition, perception and awareness of those around you are all heightened by today's activities, communications and events. You even feel bountiful and considerate towards those who have upset you in the past. This makes it a perfect time to make peace with anyone who has recently caused you upset, disappointment or annoyance!

You spend a lot of time today contemplating on what is being said and what is happening around you. This keeps you in the background for a lot of the time. Experience is your greatest asset in helping you decide who to believe and who to doubt. You will enjoy new ideas, new impressions and meeting new people but you aren't likely to let anyone know what you are thinking. You feel you have to reserve judgement until you are sure of your opinions.

The social scene and group activities are likely to demand most of your attention and energy. A number of people want your help, advice and support. It is essential where such matters are concerned that you curb a desire to rush headlong into dealing with everyone and everything. You need to be disciplined in your approach to a team effort. Keep those around you organised too and you will all accomplish whatever you set out to do.

Libra is the sign of balance and you need to find a balance today within close relationships and partnerships of all descriptions. If lately you have allowed a friend or partner to make all the decisions or do all the talking, you are ready now to assert your own views. Conversely, if you have been the one who has taken on more than your fair share of responsibility in a partnership, it is time to make adjustments so the work is evenly shared!

You long for new experiences and to expose your soul to the winds! There is something inside urging you to learn new skills, develop your talents or broaden your outlook though travel and study. You can't seem to tire of enjoying new interests and experiences. You yearn to cultivate a spirit of independence. Life is too precious to idle away the hours. The truth is you need a challenge and you need a change!

It will be in your best interests now to be more cautious than usual when dealing with financial and legal matters. An undertone of excitement surrounds you. It might seem as if one instance in particular calls for an instant decision but not everything is as it seems. You should not feel rushed or pushed into anything. You do have more time to make up your mind despite what other people are telling you!

A go getting spirit inspires you to throw caution to the wind and pursue ambitions with energy and initiative. You feel you can achieve wonders now and you have it within you to succeed in your goals. The only proviso is: your plans need to be practical and realistic. If you set yourself unrealistic targets which are out of your reach, all the effort, sweat and struggle you put into it will be completely wasted.

Plans could suffer a setback due to a colleague being fiercely determined to oppose you. A recent contentious event continues to be a bit of a touchy subject. This is not the time to close the door on an issue causing disputation. Whether it is finances, someone's bad habits or some other dilemma, bite your tongue a wee while longer. These types of problems will fade away in time if no one makes a big issue out them.

Creative work need not necessarily be artistic; you could for instance make some practical changes to your home or workplace. Freshening up your environment will make a world of difference to the atmosphere and your health. If you are able to put your imagination into the venture, all the better. Housemates might be keen on your ideas to give your place an enticing makeover.