Going out with friends helps you to reconnect with a fun loving side of yourself that you've kept suppressed. If you feel like you've got to tone down your enthusiasm at work, it may be time to find a different career. At the very least, you need to spend more time on a hobby that brings you joy. Life is too short!

Venus, your ruling star, pairs up with communicative Mercury to make this a day of pleasant interactions. You could be singled out for your contributions to a group. Don't bother being modest; step forward and take a deep bow. The more you let these words of praise sink in, the easier it will be to live life on your own terms.

Getting away from it all is easy now that Mercury, your ruling planet, makes a favourable angle to gentle Venus. Plan a trip somewhere that is completely different than your home. You can't fulfil your potential if you get accustomed to a single way of life. A flirtatious encounter increases your craving for romance.

Joining forces with a person who is in a power struggle with a mutual enemy is a smart move. The combined force of your resistance may be too much for this person to bear. The ultimate revenge may come from starting your own business. That way, you can remove yourself from their sphere of influence.

If you don't feel comfortable in your own home, take steps to correct the situation. Your sensual side can't fail to respond to vibrant colours, plush textures, and pleasant sounds. The mere act of redecorating can help you reconnect with the adventurous side of your personality that you've kept buried for months.

Making a profound connection with your mate is favoured now that your ruling star Mercury pairs with affectionate Venus. If you feel as though you've drifted apart, take a minute to look deep into your partner's eyes. If you're not in a relationship, go to the mirror and gaze at yourself. Why do you feel unworthy of love?

Venus, your ruling planet, pairs with chatty Mercury, turning your home into a friendly drop-in centre. Put down what you're doing and spend some quality time with friends and family. You can't let work be the focus of your existence. Love is what sustains you -- keep that in mind when the going gets tough.

Don't be ashamed of your material needs; everyone wants to be surrounded by beauty. Instead of depriving yourself, go through your favourite catalogue and mark off whatever items that capture your fancy. Then go back and purchase just one. This will make your acquisition seem all the more precious. The best buys bring emotional satisfaction.

Attending a cultural event awakens your own creative impulses; begin an art project of your own. It doesn't matter if you've had experience with a particular medium or not. The important thing is that you have the courage to try something new. A young person is most supportive of your dreams; let their encouragement carry you.

Taking out a gym membership could be the best investment you'll make all year. Honouring your body is a great way to command respect from the world at large. You can't help but admire somebody who works hard to maintain their health. Your regimen should also involve standing up to people who try to undermine your confidence.

A fabulous piece of news can literally transform the way you interact with your peers. Never forget that your attitude determines the sorts of relationships you have. When you exude pessimism and despair, it rubs off on your friends, relatives, and neighbours. Is that the legacy you really want to leave? Practice being positive, even if it's a strain at first.

You have to assert yourself if you're going to earn the respect of a tough-minded character. Stop agreeing to plans that drain your energy; otherwise, you'll never find time to do the things that give you joy. The fact is, selfless people are rarely given a second thought. Do you really want to blend in with the woodwork?