You might sense there's more to a scenario involving a particular person. They might not necessarily be deceitful, but you'd probably appreciate them spilling some beans. A two-way conversation would also help confirm where something goes from here between you. But for now, let the power of patience move something forward. Between now and early January, much will come to light.

Your intuition could offer helpful steering with putting yourself in someone's shoes, proverbially, of course! This might help you decide how to approach this individual and find the right words to say that they'll appreciate. But considering what you would want said to you if things were the other way around could be integral to getting a helpful exchange off to a very good start.

Even when we experience a 'one step forward, two steps back' scenario, we still make progress, even if it's at a frustratingly slow pace. So, don't underestimate what you have control over and how a particular process does move forward despite what you might think or feel. That advantage will likely become clearer soon.

When we sense what's potentially thrilling about spontaneously throwing ourselves into a plan and seeing what happens, our instincts are often right. So, you're wise to see the benefits of trading predictability with a bit of 'managed chaos' in some way now. Remember that life rewards those who take risks more than those who play it safe. If your heart tells you to take a bold step now, take it!

Try not to convince yourself that a complex solution is only available. But also resist thinking an extreme measure is better than doing zilch. Mars in your sign could persuade you that going 'over the top' with effort will ensure you at least end up somewhere rather than nowhere. But Mars rarely understands how doing something slowly, steadily and simply is often the best strategy!

People seem to have differing beliefs about what motivates us to do a kind deed. Many think we do it to satisfy ourselves, not others. But opening up to someone could be a kinder gesture or benefit someone else than you might think. As communication planet Mercury now influences your one-on-one connections, someone will benefit from your openness - and appreciate it.

Increasing responsibilities can sometimes boost our self-esteem. We take pride in others believing they're in safe hands with us. Yet, right now, someone might need reminding that you have only two hands! It's probably because you're seen as a reliable option that requests and demands keep coming your way, too. From today until January 2, it may be easier to speak up and make this clear.

It's a medical fact that zillions of feel-good chemicals surge through us when we laugh out loud. Even pretending to laugh can trigger a wave of healthy, mood-altering endorphins. From today until January 2, Mercury widens communication lines with others in ways that can bring more lightheartedness and pleasure into your world. So, see how laughter really can be the best medicine - or aphrodisiac!

When reading a book or watching a film, we believe we read or watch something linearly, written or filmed as it appears. But any writer will confirm that to improve one scene, another often needs changing. That means another tweak must be made elsewhere. Does a change you're considering need to be made? It will likely have knock-on effects, so proceed armed with that knowledge!

When two people deliberately avoid a specific topic, both sides know what's happening. Yet, sometimes, all it takes is one conversation to go down a new trajectory to highlight what has been concealed. From today, Mercury influences communication and forms numerous connections with your ruler, Pluto, until early January. Communication is about to become grounded - and revealing.

A desire to let your unique - or even eccentric - qualities could intensify, and for good reasons. Hey, don't take 'eccentric' personally; everyone is in some way! But there are benefits to thinking outside the box now. So, do this imaginatively and confidently. Predictability and tradition can be pushed aside in a particular area. See what daring to be or do something different brings you.

Readership or viewer control involves telling people what they should read or hear and repeating that message. If we tell ourselves something enough times, we begin to believe it, too. But from today until January 2, Mercury graces your sign, significantly enhancing your thinking and communication. So, be aware of your power to convince yourself – and others - of just about anything!