You're trying hard to understand a rival's stance in an issue which has been a thorn in your side for some time. Being up against someone who is equally as ambitious, determined and strong minded could lead to you both missing out on something big. You've reached a stalemate. Now it's time for you to get your heads together to sort out this issue once and for all. Look for ways to move forward and to do this accept that you must try to work with and not against each other.

Plans to do with your career could hit a snag in the form of a senior colleague who hates and fears the thought of change, but you have put a great deal of concentrated thought into this matter and wouldn't be so supportive if you didn't think it was worth it. You have every respect for a person's position and superiority but if you think they're about to make a wrong decision, you will tactfully tell them so.

You admire others for throwing themselves into a job with gusto but you just don't share their enthusiasm. You have to admit you've got concerns about certain involvements and feel some people have unrealistic expectations. When considering their workmanship, you worry they aren't making enough use of devices designed to make the job easier. Since you're so determined to stand your ground, this will earn respect from those around you.

You shouldn't rule out the idea there is nothing you can do when a decision is said to be final. A company or person will be willing to make a little concession should they discover there are several complaints being aimed in their direction. Get together with others who think the way you do and together you will have a high chance of winning this petition or appeal. You might hear rumours and read stories in newspapers but there is some news you won't believe until you have official confirmation.

Events that are taking place around you now will soon be consigned to the local history books. You have a feeling that what you're involved in will bring one social chapter to an end so that another can begin. You might have to speak to a few people to find out more about a joint enterprise you're keen to get in on. Others value your talents and experience. Accept praise graciously. Enjoy all compliments being fired in your direction.

It won't pay to be too critical about how things look; not everything will be as it appears. Spending hours trying to get a task perfect might seem like a waste of time when someone who has the power to do so might decide to pull the plug. After a day's hard work you may not feel like an evening catching up on chores about the house. Make a point of relaxing and if need be, delegating your responsibilities within the household.

You might be asked to track down some friends you've lost contact with to pass on some important news. This could be more difficult than you thought. They may have moved on yet again and this will turn out to be an interesting saga. Thanks to some detective work you will find what you are looking for and if recently you've felt as if life has stifled your imagination, this could well mark a pleasing turning point.

The company of people who are either more experienced than you or who are older will help you get things in perspective. There will be a purpose that has brought you together and a reason why you're working with each other. Once you all get used to new ways it could be intriguing to watch different ideas amalgamate resulting in an even more efficient practice. Despite a productive few hours there is every chance there'll be more talk than work carried out towards the end of the day.

Just as you thought everything was going your way a sudden turn in events changes everything. People are already signed up to a contract when it becomes apparent not everything is in place and there will be delays. Further seeds of doubt about the viability of this venture grow when costs increase. You need to dig out all the documents you have on this and if necessary get the advice of a professional before you go any further.

Others expect your presence at a local function or gathering. You're likely to be mixing with elder members of the community. Single? You might look forward to a meeting, and perhaps subsequent romance, with a more mature person. In a close relationship you would like your own way about a long term decision. It won't be as easy as you were expecting to talk someone round to your way of thinking. Persevere or be prepared to go it alone

A recent money difficulty will soon be resolved. Someone might pay back a sizeable sum they owe you or you might stumble across a savings account you'd forgotten about which seems to have accumulated quite some interest. If you're considering an investment or insurance proposition don't rush in without serious deliberation. A relative is struggling to understand a strange set of circumstances but it won't take you long to come to terms with what's going on.

Relief will be immense when a friend who's been awkward of late decides to switch their attention elsewhere. You might never discover why they took it upon themselves to make life difficult for you. It would probably be better not to waste mental energy trying to fathom them out! Being given more freedom in the workplace helps you wake up to the fact you can and should rule your own destiny.