You can't get a word in edgewise with a pushy know-it-all, so leave ‘em to their obsession and don’t get involved You're not shy about steam rolling over people with an axe to grind. If you want to make headway with an authority figure or egomaniac spoon feed them with lavish compliments. They'll be so overcome they'll bend over backwards to accommodate you in the future.

Venus opposes Pluto so expect jealous twinges to drive a wedge between you and a friend. Instead of focusing on all the things you lack, make a list of everything you have. The more you concentrate on your blessings, the more they will accumulate. The stars are giving you a rare chance to improve your circumstances. Make envy your enemy.

Use your charm and wit to win over a powerful person who is in the position to advance your ambitions. Even if some folk call this kissing up, who cares - they’ll be the ones who will be left out the cold whilst you're living the high life. There's nothing wrong with making friends with the right people, so long as you maintain your self respect. Be warned of someone who is driven by negative urges today.

Fights break out because you or someone you know feels unappreciated: poor baby. You can change this dynamic by offering words of encouragement to anybody and everybody you meet. At first, people will roll their eyes at your Pollyannish behaviour. Once you break past those defences, though, others will adopt your sunny attitude and you’ll register in your sweet head than half your worries are imagined.

Be careful about giving someone free rein, especially someone younger: they’ll use you. Everybody has to assume a certain level of responsibility in order for your group to work well as a whole. There's nothing admirable in assuming all the work for yourself. People take more pride in themselves when they have jobs to do and their own particular part to play.

If you're not happy with your current lot, you’ll find joy in diversifying your repertoire. Winning the lottery is not the answer to your problems; finding a fulfilling role or job is. Think back to the activities you loved as a child. Is there any way you can return to these hobbies? Don't let age be an excuse for neglecting your personal passions.

Your gift for diplomacy comes in very handy when two powerful figures butt heads - you’ll end up the winner by far. By manoeuvring around their differences, you can salvage a worthy project. Don't assume that your work will be ignored. Your ability to stay cool under fire today could lead to a fabulous educational opportunity.

Put your personal pleasures on the back burner in order to accommodate your loved ones: unless of course sex is their scene. No matter how contrary they are try not to let your frustration ruin the day. Guilt feelings would ruin whatever plans you made today, anyway. An unexpected reward will come from this sacrifice - one that you would never have dreamed of.

Psychological struggles dominate your relationships. If a someone’s request is totally unreasonable, say so. Your reputation for fairness may make this person feel so ashamed they'll give in to your demands without another quarrel. It's time to put pushy folks back in their box. Be warned your stars have the potential to be very destructive with love or money being the flash point.

Do you feel you're not making a difference in the world? Then do something about by getting involved with a volunteer or charity organisation. A dependable person like you needs to feel they are contributing something of value to society locally as well as the world at large. Choose an issue close to your heart, or your world will continue to be meaningless.

Conserving your economic resources is key if you're going to realise a fabulous creative dream. Stop squandering your money on expensive luxuries you don't really care for or appreciate. A big nest egg is the best gift you can present yourself with, because it gives you the freedom to make decisions based on your wants, not your needs.

If you dislike pursuing ambitions because of the stress that goes along with it then do it in a secret way. What you may not know is that you can be successful and joyous at the same time. The trick is to do what you love doing. Wasting your talent will only lead to to a lack of self worth. Isn’t it time to stop hiding your light under that bushel?