Expressing your creativity through work isn't possible right now, as you're quite anxious. Let your first priority be releasing tension through exercise or any projects you begin will be fraught with tension. The smallest mistake could send you over the edge. Brisk activities like jogging and contact sports will clear your head of any nagging fears that are clouding your vision. Your mind-body connection is very strong right now.

There's some stiff competition for catching the object of your affection's heart. A glamorous suitor could make you pale by comparison, but never fear. Eventually, your rival's wild antics will grow old and boring, and your loving loyalty will seem like a breath of fresh air. In the meantime, focus on expressing your creative side. Working on a craft project will prove a welcome diversion from your bruised ego. Heartache provides divine inspiration.

Excessive pride in your home will harm your reputation if you're not careful. If you're lucky enough to own certain luxuries, don't flaunt them or you'll create a great deal of resentment. This isn't a good time to taunt authority figures, either, as they can be really unpredictable. Avoid trouble by keeping a low profile. You're better off puttering around the house than attracting attention at a social gathering.

Forcing ideas on others will prevent you from expanding your horizons. If you have a difference of opinion with a charismatic person, keep your mouth shut and your ears open. You just might hear something that changes your mind. Right now, you're totally unwilling to accept new ideas. Maybe it's because your identity is so closely aligned with certain philosophies. Don't be afraid to bend a little. You won't break!

Contrary to popular belief, you can't achieve prestige solely through wealth. You have to earn people's respect through work and service. If this means putting your interests aside for the sake of the group, so be it. A sudden emergency could force you to abandon plans in order to help someone else. And even though you don't especially admire this person, it's important to prove your humanitarian instincts are stronger than your ego.

You're very proud of your accomplishments, and with good reason. However, it's a good idea to pause and pay tribute to the people who have helped you get to this position. On first reflection, it may seem to you that your rise to the top was totally your doing. If you take a look around, though, you'll see that many friends, neighbours, and colleagues have played a part in your success. Acknowledge them.

Trying to control others through secret means is an exercise in disaster. You're going to have to be more forthright in your behaviour if you're going to win people's respect. Whether you realise it or not, people know of your behind-the-scenes activities. They'll be more apt to fall in with your plans once you come forward and make a clean breast of things. You make a great friend, but a lousy undercover agent.

It's easy to manipulate an impressionable friend or lover, thanks to your seductive ways. Before you apply pressure you may want to consider how your behaviour could ultimately damage this relationship. Nobody likes to be pushed into decisions. If you really want something badly enough, make a logical argument and then retreat into the shadows. Using sex as a weapon will not only backfire, it will harm your reputation.

You've been given lots of power, but beware of letting it go to your head or you'll create serious problems on the home front. Your underlings at work may not be able to voice their displeasure, but friends and family will. If people aren't obeying orders, you need to find a way to change their behaviour that doesn't involve embarrassing punishments. Fortunately, you're great at detecting vanities. Flattery will get you everywhere!

Although you're certainly justified in feeling morally superior to others, don't betray your feelings. If you do, it will be impossible to exert your influence over people who need your help. Leading by example is the best strategy today. Resist the urge to sermonise. Instead, invite someone who is struggling with their conscience to perform good works with you. They'll quickly learn this is a better way to spend their energy.

An urge to splurge could have a negative impact on someone you love. Just because you feel deprived and neglected doesn't mean you have the right to jeopardise your financial security. There are plenty of inexpensive ways to pamper your sensual side. A bubble bath, sensual massage, or torrid lovemaking session are all favoured now. Steer clear of lavish shops, even if you only intend to browse. The temptation will prove too great!

Sacrificing your needs for others may be noble, but it's also a little naive. You won't win a loved one's respect if you continually martyr yourself. Start being more assertive about your needs, even if it means being selfish. At first, your amour will be shocked and hurt. Eventually, though, they'll start to see how your demands aren't unreasonable. Remember, you are an equal partner in this relationship. Act accordingly.