A romantic partner or love interest could appeal to your sympathetic nature, but beware. Chances are this person isn't being entirely truthful about their hardships. Before coming to this person's rescue, do a little research. Until you make this character accountable for their actions, they'll continue pulling the same nonsense. Preserve your precious resources for pursuits that speak to your heart.

There's no sense in being ashamed of your past, no matter what your station is. The fact is, your life experiences have made you who you are. If you want to improve certain aspects of your personality, go to it, but don't blame your upbringing. People will admire you for correcting your shortcomings. Rich, poor, or indifferent, we all have a limited range of experience. It's up to the individual to widen these horizons.

A person who claims to be an expert may not have the experience they claim. Look into this character's background, particularly if you are going to entrust them with your money or health. If you find certain claims are false, do business with somebody else. You don't have to justify your decision to anybody. Today's planetary energies demand you protect yourself; nobody else will do this for you.

Be very careful about revealing personal information, particularly over the Internet. You don't want to fall victim to credit card fraud or identity theft. If someone asks you to co-sign a loan or put a large purchase in your name, refuse. Such deals are destined to fall apart. You wouldn't want to ruin a perfectly good friendship over money. Innocent remarks could be taken the wrong way, so avoid sensitive topics.

Someone who continually takes advantage of your generosity shouldn't be trusted. Ask yourself whether this person would be as giving with their time, money, and resources. If the answer is no, you need to break this relationship off. Otherwise, you will be put in the uncomfortable position of refusing a favour in a public setting. You can't afford to tarnish your reputation for the sake of this fair-weather friend.

Stop thinking you're not good or smart enough to deserve nice things. The fact is, you set impossible standards for yourself. By allowing yourself to make an occasional mistake, you'll realise you're still a superior person. Make more time for spiritually enriching activities you often neglect for the sake of work. You can't develop your strengths if you're always busy doing other people's bidding. Resume an abandoned hobby.

A secret love affair could create lots of problems if you're not careful. There's something wrong about this situation, whether you've been asked to keep a relationship mum or you're directly involved in a clandestine affair. If this relationship is really worthwhile, there should be no problem going public with it. The impulse to disguise this alliance suggests innocent people could get hurt. Think about the consequences of your actions.

You may not be taking a practical approach to your professional life. You can't possibly expect to thrive in a job that makes you depressed. Start looking around for the kind of work that speaks to your heart. Yes, you may have to take a pay cut or start at the bottom, but it's better than being miserable. Resist the urge to blame others for your predicament. Assuming control will boost your self-esteem.

Double-check your facts before proceeding with a plan, or it could fall apart. It s important to deal with all legal and official matters promptly and efficiently especially as you may need to dig out lots of complicated and involved information. The better prepared you are, the easier things will be. Never believe second-hand information; people have a tendency to stretch the truth and believing them will compromise your credibility.

Signing a contract or making an investment could be disastrous. Wait another few days before committing your time or money to a project. A person with a shaky value system could make an intriguing offer. Wait to see how this character does business before joining forces with them. Otherwise, you could be declared guilty by association. You've worked too hard to have your reputation tarnished by a rogue.

You may be fooling yourself with regard to a relationship; try to see this union for what it really is. Maybe you've been telling yourself that a person really cares for you, despite their apparent indifference. Perhaps you've been making light of your own bad behaviour. It's time to put an end to this avoidance, before somebody gets seriously hurt. Ask a trusted outsider for their honest assessment of the situation.

Being true to your spiritual beliefs can be difficult in this day and age, but try anyway. Activities that prick at your conscience could cause more trouble than they are worth. If you haven't been spending enough time on introspective activities, begin today. Taking solitary walks, meditating, and writing in a journal can put you back in touch with your moral core. It is there; you just have to reclaim and protect it.