You're wondering whether to go ahead with a difficult challenge or do you leave it for someone else to take on? A senior colleague's encouragement will give you a much-needed boost, both in an emotional and practical sense. Have faith in yourself and friends and colleagues will look on you, in the future, with the respect you deserve.

Allowing a partner or relative to influence you in making decisions for the future could be a big mistake. You won't make any hasty decisions. They will try to persuade you against plans and ideas you are looking forward to. If you allow them to make you change your mind, you are walking away from an opportunity that will never be repeated.

Holding back from making a career move because of increasing family commitments might cause future resentment or regret. Ultimately, you are the one who should make choices that affect your future and as much as other people feel they are giving you helpful advice, they cannot make your decisions for you.

Increasing commitments are starting to wear on your nerves. You simply can't show any enthusiasm for something you don't want to do. You take your job seriously but are you making this too much of a priority? You're missing out on other sectors of your life due to having taken on too much responsibility. Change this now.

It makes you feel good to celebrate a recent success. This is an accomplishment you can be proud of. Even so, someone close is starting to worry that they aren't good enough and they cannot compete. You don't want to scare them away so take this chance to reassure others there is no competition in your closest relationships.

A matter you have to deal with was supposed to be straightforward, according to the person who assigned you this task. It will turn out to be the exact opposite. You will need to keep your wits about you to iron out some complicated issues. A relationship is turning into a complex web of intrigue.

You're investigating new routes and avenues for the future. This doesn't mean you will be making changes as some people seem to be expecting and even encouraging. You will agree to thoroughly think through the many options available but you won't be in a rush to make up your mind.

Your boss or a senior colleague will hint that there is a promotion on the cards for you. You aren't as excited about this as you would have been in the past. A more prominent and stressful position may not suit your current circumstances or you sense it will put too much of a strain on a close relationship.

A long journey you are arranging will take you further than you have ever been before. It will feel as if you are making a huge bid for freedom. You need to break free from restrictions that have had you tied to one situation for too long. You need to think you have something to look forward to.

An older relative who has good days and bad days will be struggling today. Music and creative pastimes could help lift their spirits. A neighbour will pass on some news that will make you feel emotional and nostalgic. A course you sign up for will boost your job prospects.

You're seriously thinking about turning a creative hobby into a money-making venture. Start making enquiries about what steps you might take to turn this dream into a reality. Combining a little cash with a lot of imagination will help you create the comfortable lifestyle you wish for yourself.

A partner is having second thoughts about some future arrangements. You can sense this. This adjustment in attitude doesn't mean your relationship is on the rocks. You accept that as you journey through life together you will still both have your own need for space and freedom. Suggest some alternatives to let them know you understand.