You're not the type to cling tightly to your good fortune. 'Share the wealth' is your motto, and friends are grateful for your generosity. If you spot a gift that would be ideal for a lover, friend, or neighbour, snap it up. It doesn't matter if you don't ordinarily exchange presents near the holidays. Sometimes an item is so perfect for a particular person that it doesn't warrant a special occasion. Let impulse be your guide; it rarely steers you wrong.

Being content with what you have is a rare talent. Right now, all you want to do is spend time with your nearest and dearest. Postpone errands for another day. Spend the afternoon preparing a delicious meal with your nearest and dearest. Play a game of cards with friends or deck your place with festive decorations. Group endeavours give you a warm, special feeling you can't get from shopping. Ultimately, relationships are what make life worthwhile for you.

If you want your needs met, you need to articulate them. You can't expect your best friend or lover to read your mind. Although you're not an especially tactile person, shunning hugs and kisses, you do need to hear you are loved. If you're single, it's important to remember happiness won't come from a relationship. It comes from developing your intellectual talents. You're never more attractive than when you're studying something that captivates your imagination, like history or anthropology.

You have a tendency to get bogged down in routine. By scheduling weekly outings designed to engage your artistic side, you'll be much happier. It's best to devote a set day and time for such activities, so you won't fill the slot with boring errands like laundry, grocery shopping, and cooking. If you have a hard time giving yourself the gift of leisure time, ask a friend to hold you accountable. Life is too precious to spend solely on responsibility.

You're ready for an adventure, even if it means putting your security at risk. If you've developed a crush on a high powered authority figure, you may have to make some dramatic gesture to capture their attention. That shouldn't be hard, with your flair! If you're already in a relationship, this would be a good time to put down some permanent roots. Bringing someone new into the mix will change your priorities, but that's fine with you.

Your home is about to undergo some big improvements. Making room for a newcomer will disrupt your routine, but that's probably a good think. Be ready to change bedrooms or rearrange storage spaces to make better use of them. At first, you may think it's a burden to share your domain with someone else. Soon you'll appreciate the extra company. You're a lot more nurturing than you realise. Tap in to this chamber of your heart; it will provide great satisfaction.

Discussing your ideas with a receptive audience is so much nicer than ruminating over plans in private. You're the type who needs to bounce ideas off other people. Fortunately, an attentive lover is eager to hear what you have to say about religion, politics, and culture. The two of you may even decide to write a book together. Your partner can take care of the structure and research, while you shape the material into your own delightful style.

Speaking the truth to those in power makes you a hot commodity on the romance market. Someone who is impressed by your bravery will confess a crush. It's flattering to be held in such high esteem. If you're already in a relationship, beware of your temptation to stray. If you're single, think about starting a new romance. Yes, you've been burned in the past, but that doesn't mean you should shut yourself off from the possibility of all future happiness.

You're the type who needs to spend plenty of time outdoors to be happy. If you don't have a dog, think about getting one. Going on regular walks together will help relieve stress and improve your circulation. If you're not ready to make such a commitment, think about fostering a stray animal for a while, just to see how it fits into your life. You may be surprised to discover how much richer life becomes just by caring for a vulnerable creature.

Keeping a low profile is critical if you want to win someone's heart. Just go about your business and try not to put yourself in the path of your amour. The more elusive you are, the more enticing you will be. It might even help to start dating someone else. That's difficult for someone as focused as you. Once you zero in on something you want, you can't be diverted. But there is a lot to be said for playing the field.

Throw your home open to friends, family, and neighbours. At times, you have a tendency to play the hermit, preferring to focus on your solitary projects. When this happens, you become alienated from the very people who give you love, support, and hope for the future. Strive for a better balance today. Hosting a casual dinner or movie night will restore your natural good spirits, and have you laughing about problems that used to weigh on your conscience.

The more optimistic your outlook, the more popular you will be. Everybody is being inundated by horrific images from the news. The next time you're at a party, make it your mission to brighten the mood. Ask people about books, movies, and music that have inspired them over the years. Enquire after friends' happiest memories. Talk about what innovations have made life easier than it was in the past. People around you will love to share your reminiscences.