Feeling at a loose-end? If so, head for the nearest shopping mall and you’re heading for trouble. Even if you only intended to window shop, you could spend a lot more than anticipated and your wallet or purse will feel lighter for it. Get into a hobby or stimulate your intellect, it’s cheaper.

There’s no point in pretending that something isn’t happening because sooner or later you’re going to have to face up to it. Given the tension that’s apparent in a relationship, something is going on between you both that stirs up some uncomfortable feelings which needs dealing with pronto.

If circumstances call for quick thinking, deal with situations in a way that has worked well for you in the past. Don’t hang around to see the results of other peoples’ amateur efforts or you could get caught up in them. It’s a day when personal experience beat any amount of clever but untried ideas.

Sometimes you’re too nice for your own good and because you aren’t likely to say anything, other people don’t realise they’re imposing on you. You mustn’t hold this against them but should stand up for yourself, clear the air and face up to the idea that feeling needed is not the same as being loved.

You feel you’re on a career merry-go-round that’s spinning out of control. Meetings, conferences or interviews take up time: time you could spend with the family or pursuing a hobby. If you’d made a promise to do something stick to it or you’ll be reminded of the day you let someone down forever.

Flitting here, there and everywhere keeps you on your toes but little to show for your efforts. Having too many interests can turn you into a jack-of-all-trades but master of none. The advantage of cutting down to one is you can spend more time concentrating what’s important and getting results.

Money matters require updating especially if the reason you took out a joint financial policy no longer applies or is relevant. The sooner you bring documentation up-to-date, the sooner you can get on with the rest of your life. Just be sure you come out on the right side of any revised deal.

You can never be truly happy if you know that someone you love is miserable or down-in-the-dumps. To find peace of mind, make a deliberate compromise and see that those closest to you are happy and healthy. That way they will be more content, you more relaxed and life so much more stable and secure.

Be careful you don’t get so engrossed in your work or personal pastime that you lose sight of far more important issues or meaningful concerns. If you have an appointment to keep or deadline to meet, keep an eye on your watch or get someone to remind you of a promise you must keep.

As romance grabs your heart, so finances grabs your wallet. The economic squeeze is on and as much as you’d like to impress someone with expensive gifts and generous offers, you can’t afford it. Settle for spending more time and giving them your attention, it’s cheaper but just as effective.

Be sure to welcome any minor changes that might improve efficiency at home or at work. It’s not good to look too far into the future as it could obscure your immediate objectives. It’s more in your interests to live in the present and clear up any current concerns with practical application.

If you have had problems with a parent or someone you look up to, sulking is not the best or most mature way to handle it. Decide whether you’re independent enough to go your own way or abide by their wishes. We all reach a stage in our life when we must stand alone, and you’ve just reached it.