Dealing with the demands of your career is challenging. Your boss wants you to spend more and more time at the office, while your family resents your prolonged absences. It's time to make changes. Cutting back your work schedule will allow you to repair some strained relationships. Instead of working late and taking calls on weekends, you'll be busy preparing meals with the family. Going to the park, museum and zoo with your loved ones will be a refreshing change from drudgery.

Don't assume you know everything, no matter how extensive your expertise. There's always room for improvement. Taking a course from a respected teacher will be illuminating, provided you put your preconceptions aside. Be willing to try different methods and look at situations from another angle. The more flexible you are, the bigger your skill set will become. You might even be inspired to take an overseas trip to visit an institution, museum or natural vista that is related to your subject.

You've been preoccupied with your own problems. Now it's time to move the focus to your best friend or romantic partner. Making a personal sacrifice for their benefit will strengthen your bond. You might give a gift of money, offer moral support or help fill out a lengthy application. No matter how you decide to lend a hand, it will be appreciated. Don't be surprised if a nagging concern will disappear into thin air after extending yourself. Helping others puts personal dilemmas in proper perspective.

A loved one will give you the support you need to realise a cherished goal. Earning an advanced degree, writing a book or travelling overseas are among the possibilities. You've been yearning to make this leap for a long time, but lacked the confidence to put your plan into action. Your best friend or romantic partner senses your fear and will help you overcome it. Whenever your courage falters, turn to them for encouragement. Their faith in your ability will give you the motivation necessary to succeed.

Make yourself useful. If you don't have enough work, take some responsibilities off a busy colleague's plate. This will be a great way to learn different aspects of the business. Are you unemployed? Start volunteering at a charitable organisation you admire. You'll make some valuable contacts who will help you find a paying position. It will be easy to attract the career opportunities you seek when you keep busy with meaningful tasks. Even the simple act of picking up rubbish off the streets can lead to a job.

Don't be jealous of a friend's success. By celebrating their good fortune, you'll attract romantic attention. People who admire your generous spirit will try winning your heart. Choose the suitor with a dry sense of humour. You need a partner who makes you laugh while you build a secure, happy life together. Are you already in a partnership? Your amour will give you a beautiful token of their appreciation. Accept this gift with gratitude. When you're receptive to love, it will grow and flourish.

You've outgrown a living situation. Move on to greener pastures. Resisting this change will result in a missed opportunity. Leaning into it will cultivate tremendous growth. It may be better to move to a place close to the cultural institutions you enjoy. Having your choice of restaurants, theatres and museums will be a welcome change. Your new abode may be smaller than previous homes, but that can be good, too. Rather than being alienating, your new surroundings will be cosy and reassuring.

Fill the gaps in your knowledge with a crash course. You might have to take a course for beginners to gain true mastery of this subject. Don't be self-conscious if you are the oldest student. It takes courage to learn something new. By admitting your need for instruction, you'll earn the respect and admiration of accomplished people. Anyone who makes fun of you is insecure. Wish them well and stay focused on your goal. You can't let other people's opinions undermine your progress.

Payment for a job well done makes you smile with pleasure. Spend some of this hard-earned cash on something that gives pleasure. This is a great time to buy beautiful artwork and furnishings. If you want to buy your own home, you'll find the perfect place. Search properties in a culturally diverse area. You'll enjoy living in a place where there are a lot of great restaurants that offer delicious flavours from around the world. You're not the type who can thrive in a boringly conventional neighbourhood.

You'll get the green light to move forward with a personal project. You could launch a blog, undergo a makeover or embark on a different lifestyle. Making a few little changes will give you a whole new lease on life. Problems that plagued you will disappear, allowing you to achieve goals with relative ease. It will be especially easy to attract helpful people from all walks of life. Positive energy attracts bounty in the form of talented contractors, efficient repair people and effective legal representatives.

Turn your attention to spiritual matters. There's more to life than working around the clock. By taking a few moments each day to sit in silence and reflect on your life, you'll be much happier. Instead of being flummoxed by last minute changes, you'll go with the flow. Rather than dwelling on minor disappointments, you'll celebrate simple pleasures. People will notice the change and remark on it. They'll seek your company, revelling in the peaceful energy you generate.

Attending a party will be much more fun than expected. Wear something special to this gathering, since all eyes will be on you. If you're looking for love, you will find it with someone you've known for a long time. A person you once saw as an old friend will become utterly compelling. You'll finally realise you were meant to be together. Don't be afraid to make the first move. Are you already in a relationship? Your amour will be proud to have you on their arm.