Your week ahead in the stars

ARIES

There could be some significant developments on the career or public life front this week with realisations about what extra effort you may need to put in. Your ruler Mars moves into Aries on New Year’s Day for six weeks boosting your energy and eagerness to push forward. A good week for... boldness

LEO

It’s an ideal week for making some resolutions to apply gentle discipline to curb any unhealthy or self-indulgent habits, then put better ones in their place. Your mind is sharp on Saturday, helping you tackle tricky problems. A good deed you did in the past may be repaid when you least expect it.

A good week for... journeys

SAGITTARIUS

Take time to analyse your financial situation, from weekly expenses to long-term planning. Making any necessary adjustments should leave you with an increased sense of security. Staying open to unusual ideas could bring you inspiration from unexpected quarters. A good week for... fun

TAURUS

Go easy as the week begins. It won’t pay to be dogmatic with your ideas no matter how convinced you are you’re right. You may have to think twice about an agreement you thought was a done deal. It could take some time and patience but it’s worth it and you’ll get there in the end. A good week for... i magination

VIRGO

There may be decisions to be made now about how to express yourself without self-consciousness tripping you up. Being modest is all very well but it may be time to make a stand and stop hiding your light under a bushel. Friday is the day to state your ideas clearly and enjoy the applause.

A good week for... research

CAPRICORN

You should be able to see clearly what you need to address in your personal situation, helping you make a realistic plan of action that will be in everybody’s best interests. Energetic Mars in your domestic area from Tuesday should give you oomph for getting things moving.

A good week for... family

GEMINI

It’s an ideal week for dealing with the nitty-gritty of pensions, insurances and inheritances. It may be boring but ensuring everything is shipshape will pay dividends over time. Friends are the source of exciting ideas and calls to action that will satisfy your love of novelty.

A good week for... groups

LIBRA

You could feel the weight of the world is on your shoulders with so much pressure being applied, especially at home. If you deal with the demands on your time and energy without complaint or blame you’ll get what needs done quickly, and impress those who matter to you most. A good week for... partners

AQUARIUS

Not every wrong needs to be righted, or at least not by you personally and sometimes it’s best to notice everything yet just let it pass. Sometimes, though, it’s best to speak out and act decisively. Your heart will tell you which is right now. Friends could spring some surprises on Friday. A good week for... communication

CANCER

Choices about relationships could have long-term consequences so think carefully before you act. Partners bring pleasure and support at the weekend. Don’t be surprised if a person or work situation from the past reappears that you have to deal with.

A good week for... recognition

SCORPIO

Communications with siblings or neighbours are significant this week and may bring some extra demands. Deal with these properly now as letting things drift could lead to more work later. You should have increased energy for clearing any backlog of work.

A good week for... details

PISCES

By Friday there could be a quiet recognition of whether a friendship has passed its sell-by date or whether you still have enough interests in common to make it worthwhile. Taking a risk or gamble midweek could pay off provided you don’t push your luck too far.

A good week for... self-esteem