Travel beckons and the coming few weeks are likely to be expensive yet enjoyable. It's an excellent time to strengthen ties in the business and personal areas of your life. You get on well with people you have rarely if ever done business with before. There's no need to ask for special favours or treatment from your boss, they're on offer anyway. By this evening, put aside anything you find mentally wearing.

Give others the chance to make up their own minds especially if you've been teaching or helping them in any way. It may have been necessary these past few days to give advice and gentle guidance but keep opinions to yourself today. The time has come for others to stand on their own two feet. If, as the month began, you've been keeping your nose to the grindstone, today's events will prove how wise you were to do so.

Both business and romantic partnerships bring that special brand of loyalty you could not fault. Somehow you instinctively know what your other half wants and vice-versa. New understandings are reached with people in your immediate circle and all because you made a little effort to listen and understand them. New friends are likely to come your way this festive season perhaps through the efforts of a helpful colleague.

Either responsibilities you've taken on are too heavy or you're a shade under par. The idea of turning your back on your usual commitments and doing something fun and relaxing could be irresistible. For this reason don't allow anyone to sweet talk you into taking on anything more. You just haven't the energy to join in with what's going on around you socially, this evening.

You're surrounded by a group of lively and interesting people; there may not be the time to do all you had planned. Time is running short if you're trying to reach a deadline. Bear this in mind as you consider festive invitations. You won't be able to fit everything in; make your arrangements accordingly. Try to cheer up a gloomy colleague and get them to look on the bright side.

Home grown solutions to a problem that isn't going to go away clearly aren't working. A friend or colleague may have been through similar experiences. If you're willing to confide in them, they may give you some wise and helpful advice. In romance, play your hunches and you'll know just when to make a move and when to hold back from showing your feelings. As Christmas quickly approaches keep your eyes peeled for advertised bargains.

A friend confides in you, not expecting anything more than a sympathetic ear. It may come as a surprise to you both when you're able to suggest an easy solution to their problem. The most unlikely of ideas will turn out to be amazingly practical. A recent trip away has done you the world of good; you're firing on all cylinders. If you're going on a first date watch your spending.

Revelations by someone close about a shared budget could leave you somewhat taken aback. Give yourself a chance to consider the situation before responding. Early evening is an ideal time of the day for sorting things out between you. Just be sure to do this in a quiet and calm way. Any show of irritation or accusation could have your partner digging in their heels.

More than just financial reward will come through making a little effort at work. Someone in power will be noticing how others rely on you and what a positive affect you're having on working relationships. This could make a difference in the not too distant future. If you've recently completed an educational or training course, you can now put your new knowledge to good use. Letters connected to the future need prompt attention.

Take people at face value; don't look for hidden meanings lurking behind their words. Someone isn't being entirely realistic but you might come up with suggestions to help get their ideas off the ground. A business lunch could work out in your favour especially if you're being introduced to new contacts. Even if you have to pick up the bill it will be worth it in the long run.

Keep a watchful eye on the way your partner is planning to spend from your shared budget. They could be making some extravagant and expensive plans for the Holiday season or they are about to get involved in a credit deal which isn't as favourable as it looks. Evening hours are good for emotional relationships especially affairs of the heart.

Allow friends and loved ones to push you out of set routines if that's what they're trying to do. It will do you good to add some variety to your working life and leisure interests. The days ahead will bring ample opportunity for you to improve on your artistic and creative skills. The chance of a correspondence course or doing some further study may also come your way.