Does your relationship feel like it needs a boost? With Venus merging with Saturn in an intense zone you may start to wonder where the sparkle went. Perhaps what you really need is a breakthrough and a chance for you both to unleash your inner passion and feel more alive than you have in some time. This might mean surrendering to feelings and letting go of control or of routines.

Need a break from your daily schedule? Give yourself some leeway and consider breaking up tasks with activities that can energize and inspire you. A stroll in pleasant surroundings, or a coffee with a friend can make the day more interesting and enjoyable. You may also be inspired to reach out to someone who needs some advice and perhaps also a shoulder to cry on.

With relationships a stronger focus over the next month, the emphasis is on teamwork and networking for mutual benefit. You'll gain by including others in your plans rather than going solo. And yet there are times when you'll need to stick to your individual perspective to maintain the balance in a relationship. Cooperate but don't let your unique ideas or qualities get watered down, Leo.

It's an incredibly powerful start to the New Year, with the feisty Mars in your sign, in a direct clash with the planet of power, Pluto. This can give you incredible drive, and if used well, the grit and determination to get January off to a flying start. But the key is not to be too hasty. If you're tempted to force the pace, it could be counter-productive, especially from the 6th, when Mars rewinds into Cancer. Indeed, the Cancer Full Moon of the 13th could prove to be somewhat turbulent, and issues that have been boiling away on the back burner, suddenly burst into the open. Being open to being conciliatory and finding ways to co-operative with others, is the theme for the end of the month. Sharpening up your listening skills can be important, and solo Leo's might enjoy a lively connection.