You may not feel in tune with what's expected of you today. Nothing seems to go right and the more you try, the harder it gets to keep on top of it all. If a job isn't working out as expected you may have to ask yourself whether you should be doing something else. Why waste time and effort in areas where there is no reward? Might you not do better to look for other ways to occupy your time?

You are confident you have the skills to carry out a special task; you need to convince others of this too. Words mean nothing if you cannot prove yourself through what you do. Be prepared to demonstrate what you are saying in front of an audience. A test, interview or presentation will go well if you refuse to let nerves get the better of you.

When new opportunities are presented, you need to strike while the iron is hot. Even if it means pulling out of arrangements already made, sometimes you have to do what is necessary in order to advance. It's no use waiting for when it suits others to make your move. Today, follow your impulses and refuse to let others take charge of your time.

Not everything is as bleak as it may look today. Try to take unexpected problems in your stride. Behind most difficulties there could be hidden blessings. A change in plans could force you to try new methods, visit new places or mix with people you've not dealt with before. You will start relaxing as time wears on and out of today's events new friendships will grow.

An urge to splash out on gifts for friends and loved ones may be rooted in insecurity. Extravagant gestures will only leave you broke. You have no need to buy affection or friendship. You might tell yourself your generosity is what makes other people happy but this will ultimately bring you little satisfaction. You need to know you are loved for who you are and not for how much you have in the bank!

You no longer want to follow the lead of others; you want to make all the rules today. You feel more assertive and more inclined to influence those around you into seeing things your way. You need to put your creative stamp on the work you do and feel as if you are making a difference. Following the same old routines no longer appeals. Don't be afraid to start something new.

You can't make headway with personal plans if you don't know where you are going. Constantly changing your views makes it difficult for others to understand you. You don't even understand yourself. You need time to focus on your true beliefs, hopes and aspirations. What do you want from life in the future? It would be wise to keep your own counsel today until you're more confident about your feelings.

Don't feel guilty about resigning from a group or committee which no longer gives you any satisfaction. You can always return at a later date if you feel so inclined. It is more likely ties severed now will be severed forever. Despite any doubts you may be feeling today you won't want to retrace your steps in the future. You will want to move forward not backwards.

A conflict of personalities aggravates tension in a business relationship. You find it impossible to see eye to eye with someone you see almost every day. If you can't imagine yourself reaching an understanding with this person find a way to change things so in the future you don't see quite so much of each other! Rearrange routines so your daily life suits you better.

You might feel tempted to enjoy a brief romantic fling or to travel on the spur of the moment. It is not like you to act without thinking and there may be future regrets as a consequence. Before doing anything on impulse, count to ten. If you don't want to hurt someone you love, you should disregard any risky temptations and an uncharacteristic need for excitement.

Don't keep frittering your cash away on foolish luxuries. You need to be more sensible about money now. Although you might not be keen on some investment ideas, it would do you good to have some cash tucked away in the bank. This is not the best time to put property on the market or to buy a new home. Give yourself a little longer to think about it.

Someone you meet stirs up all sorts of conflicting feelings. A little flirtation with a stranger makes you feel desirable but don't start weaving romantic dreams around someone you hardly know. They may be playing with your feelings with no intention of keeping their promises. Give your heart only to those you know have your best interests at heart!