You might be aware of a clock ticking away or very aware of pressure you're under to make something happen. Regardless of how much this is intensifying, succumbing to it puts you at risk of compromising your ability to make an incisive and accurate judgment. This could, in turn, result in a process being prolonged that doesn't need to be dragged out. If you allow a bit of clarity to you to find you, then you'll gain a more realistic picture of where you stand – and how less urgent something really is.

Events this month could bring tangible and potentially heartwarming progress connected with your career, thanks to Venus casting a glorious influence over your professional standing and status from December 2. If you've wanted more praise or recognition, then both could arrive during the coming weeks. Social invitations could pick up noticeably, but you might be too preoccupied with a particular plan or project to notice or care. As important as this might be to you, don't let chances to meet with pals pass you by. Although millions of people will make New Year Resolutions shortly, you'll take one or two of yours more seriously, possibly putting them into effect around the Full Moon on December 22. With such cosmic support on offer, there's no reason why you can't succeed, either.