Setting yourself apart from the crowd will get you in trouble with the authorities. The people in charge want everybody to follow the same set of rules. This doesn't sit well with you. You have superior skills and some great contacts which means you should get special treatment. That won't happen. You'll have to wait in line, just like everybody else. As far as pay is concerned, you'll get the same rate as your fellow workers. It doesn't seem fair, but that's the way it goes.

A shocking deception will come to light, causing you to break away from a respected teacher. It's worrying to think someone you admired took advantage of innocent people. Let this be a lesson in trust. It's fine to salute someone for their hard work, but beware of falling completely under their spell. Putting people on pedestals invariably leads to disappointment. Taking a course will be expensive, but it will also increase your earning power. Improve your writing, research, or computer skills.

It won't be possible to join the group. Being left to your own devices makes you nervous. You're not sure you have what it takes to thrive on your own. The only way to find out is to put your skills to the test. If you hit a snag, don't panic. Just muddle through the best you can. You can be very resourceful when backed into a corner. If someone challenges your authority, summon your bravado. Projecting confidence is the key to success.

If you're seriously considering a new career, but aren't sure how to proceed. It doesn't help that your business or romantic partner disagrees with your plans. Although it distresses you to cause conflict, you're still determined to make a fresh start. Working in a creative field will allow you to develop your artistic side. Take this opportunity to write a novel, screenplay, or instruction manual. Once you get this credit under your belt, you'll attract bigger and better assignments.

A legal decision will have unexpected consequences. It looks as if you might have to find a different job or change your lifestyle. Although you hate breaking away from a comfortable routine, it is critical to your personal growth. Moving into unfamiliar territory will make you more flexible. It will also put you in contact with some fascinating people. Their natural curiosity will prompt you to take up a course of study. It's time to get the intellectual stimulation you crave.

Becoming financially independent is critical to your happiness. You're extremely skilled and capable. By putting these talents to work, you'll be able to generate an impressive income. Pursue a career related to teaching, travel, or writing. People are willing to pay good money for your expertise. Be sure to put a portion of your salary into savings at every pay period. This nest egg will protect you from market instabilities. You're not the type who thrives on sudden changes of fortune.

A close partnership is undergoing a profound change. Not knowing where you stand makes you nervous. It also gives you a certain measure of power. Now the rules have changed, you can explore other opportunities. Think about joining a group that is more in keeping with your philosophies. Surrounding yourself with likeminded enthusiasts who share your views and values will be empowering. You're tired of being mocked for your interests. Go where you are appreciated.

Your daily schedule is about to change and there's nothing you can do about it. It's better to give in gracefully than fight the transitions ahead. If you have to move to a new neighbourhood or break ties with a troubled relative, so be it. Once you make the transition, you'll be able to devote your time to more meaningful activities and relationships. Being able to focus on alternative life themes will be a relief. You're tired of worrying about a jealous relative intruding on your privacy.

A surprising invitation will force you to change plans at the last minute. That's not a problem for an adventurer like you. If there's anything you love, it's an impromptu get together. Money is becoming an increasing concern. You're having difficulty paying the bills. Fortunately, your best friend or lover will help make ends meet. Find ways to repay their generosity. Running errands, doing work in the garden and preparing meals will prove helpful. You have a lot to bring to the table, even if it's not a regular pay packet.

Your living arrangements will undergo a big transformation. This will be a blessing in disguise. You've grown too fond of a certain way of life. Being forced to adapt to a new situation will make you more flexible in other areas of life. Try being more understanding towards a relative who has been unemployed. It may look to you as if they're being lazy about finding a new job, but they may actually be feeling down and inadequate. It's not easy losing your status and position to an uncertain market.

Having a radically different viewpoint can be alienating, but you're not going to adopt the crowd's philosophy just to fit in. You'd rather be an outcast than a sheep. What you may not realise is that people are willing to accept your eccentricities, so long as you show them respect. It's even possible you'll embark on a romance with somebody whose political or religious beliefs are the polar opposite to yours. Stranger things have happened. Besides, you'd hate a relationship that runs too smoothly.

A turn of events has caused you to reconsider your beliefs. You're less forgiving than you were in times gone by. In the past, you thought everyone worked from the best intentions. Now you realise there are some people who are intent on creating strife wherever they go. Steer clear of these troublemakers, or they'll continue to take advantage of your generosity. Be ready to turn down a request for a loan or help. You have better things to do with your hard earned resources.