You need a change of scene! Even a short respite will help you feel more relaxed, so remember to take some breaks during the day. Ideally, you should visit somewhere that stimulates your mind and fills you with enjoyment, especially if it's unusual in some way. If you can afford it, it's a great time to book a holiday or long weekend away. Favourable colours are red garnet and barley bread. Lucky numbers are 1 and 9.

Friends are good company now because it will do you good to be with some kindred spirits. Talking to them will help you sort out any problems that you're currently wrestling with and get them into perspective. It's also a perfect time to make contact with someone special, especially if you have some sensual pleasures in mind. Favourable colours are butterscotch and sable. Lucky numbers are 1 and 5.

Your cherished values and opinions will come under pressure, probably through the influence of philosophies or religions that are quite different from the ones you grew up with. Nevertheless, you'll do better this year through proper allocation of resources. Jupiter in Aquarius stimulates you to go for status to impress people, tempting you to spend on luxury items and status symbols. Your personal priorities and values are being redefined. Read more on Jupiter in Aquarius. Favourable colours are persimmon and silver. Lucky numbers are 2 and 3.

An inquiring frame of mind inclines you to look for answers to the questions buzzing around inside your head. Domestic and family matters are the focus of your attention, but that could mean you step on a few toes if you ask the wrong questions, or seem too inquisitive. At some point it will help to think about your own past and lay a few ghosts to rest. Fortunate colours are sunflower yellow and smoky quartz. Lucky numbers are 4 and 9.

Your charm will be on full, as Venus dives into sweet Pisces. A sure-footed Goat, you're convinced you know what's best for the people around you. You'll need to use all that charm, especially if others don't like what you're proposing. Do your best to tone it down unless there's no way round it, because the atmosphere is quite promising in your environment. Beneficial colours are red garnet and parchment. Lucky numbers are 3 and 4.

You can bring out the best in other people today, but that means concentrating on their good points and ignoring the negative ones. Do someone a favour by encouraging them to look on the bright side, but without being patronizing or insensitive. There could also be talk of making a trip to visit someone who lives far away. It may only be a pipedream at the moment, but time will tell. Favourable colours are cinnamon and passionfruit. Lucky numbers are 3 and 9.

It's a wonderful start to 2009 because you're in such a positive and go-getting mood. You feel optimistic about what the New Year will bring you and determined to get the most out of it. Try to find the time to jot down some New Year resolutions at some point, so you've got something to focus on and something to aim for. Right now, you're ready for a challenge! Advantageous colours are smoky grey and lemon. Lucky numbers are 1 and 2.