Although there aren't any immediate benefits arising you can now look ahead with new hope for the future. You are fortunate in being able to retain your critical sense while finding the people around you pleasing, charming and amusing! A cheerful spirit keeps the atmosphere light hearted but you aren't so frivolous as to miss out on a good opportunity when it is there for the taking.

You seem to strike up immediate bonds of empathy with the people you're introduced to, now. When sometimes you are at a loss as to what to say, today you are witty and you swiftly come up with all the right answers. You can be tough minded on occasion but you're more flexible and accommodating now. Someone has aroused your interest in a philosophical or psychological concept; this will help you get to the more subtle aspects of your nature.

Your mental and physical energy seem to increase as the hours go by. There's a fun side to today when you notice someone is desperate to get information out of you that you were given, in confidence. You know why they're trying to pick your brain but you really ought to honour a separate agreement. Maybe you can give a few subtle tips or hints to set someone's mind at rest! A strange premonition could prey on your mind, this evening.

Joint efforts could pay off in the future if you take the time to confirm you are both heading in the same direction. To learn more about a partner's attitude towards financial issues, relationships and the future it is helpful to listen to what they say. A friend's help with a personal problem will make life much easier. It is also likely to pave the way for further examples of togetherness in time to come.

Even in a work situation, cooperative games and activities can help build connection and trust among workmates. Joint deeds might also help you discover new aspects of yourself through the feedback you are receiving from others. Being able to share work and get to know those around you on a more meaningful level will make you a stronger and more efficient team in the future. A good day to put ideas across as your ability to communication is high.

You're making good progress now and this is all down to you exploiting your talents and special abilities. The chances are you will be taking on a leading role in a project that isn't new. If, recently, you've been trying to point out that others haven't been approaching things in the right way, they're now paying attention! People will step back and let you take the lead and you can look forward to a more satisfying level of progress.

Nothing is likely to stand in the way of the goals you have set for yourself today. Your self assertiveness and confidence in the hours you have already dedicated to planning and organisation should bring the results you are hoping for. This is also a good time to make a new start on plans and projects you have recently been considering or to look for ways to turn dreams into reality.

An invitation coming from out of the blue will bring a pleasant opportunity to meet an old friend. This friendship has been on your mind a lot lately and it might seem as if you have almost willed certain events to happen. A spur of the moment chance to travel might be immediately accepted. Just don't forget to let others know your plans or you will leave someone who is trying to find you, confused as to your whereabouts.

A rewarding day when everything you do will run like clockwork. You should be well pleased, too, with the enthusiasm of close friends and family to join in with the future holiday plans you are making. This is a time when you are making plans and instigating activities. The results are more likely to materialise later in the month. You could find yourself taking charge of a community event, this evening.

Your serious approach to business and financial affairs encourages cooperative teamwork with those around you. Both personal and professional issues and accounts are brought up to date. Bills are paid and neglected correspondence dealt with. Clearing the decks in this way leaves you with a clean slate to work from in the future. A snippet of gossip ignites your vivid imagination, this evening!

People are incredibly charitable and giving today, even if they share many different motives. Your interest is not in why someone is behaving in a certain way. What's important is the efforts they are making will benefit those who are less fortunate. You inspire others to team up with you in a joint undertaking you feel is important and worthwhile. For whatever their reason, people are behind you 100 per cent in your endeavours.

You might feel the optimism and high spirits of the last few days have been wasted but this is not so. Even if little by little frustrations seem to get in the way of your plans, wearing down your exuberance, there is still plenty to be glad about now. A new love affair, for instance, is a strong possibility if you are single. As well as this your longer term hopes for a joint undertaking will take a hopeful step forward at some time today.