Keep an open mind when working with people from different backgrounds. Although their beliefs don't mesh with yours, that doesn't mean you cannot work together. Do your best to establish a pleasant relationship. Find common ground if you can. Resist the temptation to convert them or challenge their ideas. Maintaining a professional attitude could pave the way to a friendship. Be willing to change your attitude towards others. As you get older, you'll challenge your assumptions more.

It will be challenging to access money that is owed to you. An insurance refund, legal settlement or dividend is being held by an institution that is reluctant to part with it. Make sure you have all the necessary documents before going to claim it. You should also have several different forms of identification to cover all your bases. Calling ahead to confirm the hours of operation is also advised. The more prepared you are, the easier it will be to obtain these funds.

A close relationship is experiencing strain. Part of the problem is a tendency for you to be hypercritical of your loved one. Although you've been suffering from their inconsiderate behaviour, the problem only gets worse when you complain. It's time to sit down and craft a realistic strategy for overcoming this problem. You may not realise it, but your friend really wants your approval. When they feel hurt and rejected, they find subversive ways to punish you.

You're not feeling particularly energetic. Stop pushing yourself past the breaking point. If you have to stop work early and take a nap, do so. You may benefit from eating small meals throughout the day instead of three bigger ones. Staying away from stressful situations and toxic people can also restore your vitality. As always in situations like this, it helps to get a medical consultation. Make health your first priority. Other tasks will have to be set aside temporarily.

It's difficult to lighten up and be spontaneous. It feels like you're drowning in chores. Stop going over long lists of jobs you have yet to perform. Doing something fun will break the cycle of despondency. A grim taskmaster will criticise you for playing when you should be working. Ignore their forbidding attitude. You operate much better when you're having fun. Once you return from a pleasant outing, you'll get straight down to business. Get on with chores that have been gathering dust.

Resist the temptation to stay home. Go out and socialise, even if it means introducing yourself to strangers. Mixing with people will lift your spirits and put you in the path of luck. Recently, you've had difficulty getting support for bold ideas. Take this opportunity to practice your sales pitch. You will be delighted to receive encouragement for certain concepts. This positive feedback will bolster your confidence and make it easier to defend your proposals.

Dwelling on small disappointments is making you miserable. Concentrate on what is going well in your life. Make a gratitude list. At first, it will be difficult to find anything for which you are thankful. After listing one or two items, you'll become more aware of all the blessings you enjoy. When it comes to dealing with people, check the impulse to criticise and correct. Do your best to offer sincere compliments and praise instead. You'll feel much lighter and happier as a result.

You're working hard but don't see much benefit. It's time to readjust your priorities. Devoting more energy to the people and activities you love will attract abundance. When you're happy, it's easy to find lucrative jobs and great bargains. Working around the clock makes you bitter and resentful. This causes opportunity to be repelled. Make up your mind to pursue a lifestyle that makes you happy. After that, all your other goals will fall into place. The power of positive thinking is real.

Getting caught up in the material world will hinder your progress. Instead of focusing on making more money, put more energy towards relationships instead. Spending quality time with your best friend or romantic partner will help you grow. It's important for you to pay more attention to the kind gestures loved ones perform on your behalf. Be more vocal about your appreciation. Count their assistance as one of the many blessings you enjoy. Focus on what is really important.

You feel like you've been abandoned by your nearest and dearest. In truth, you have simply fallen out of touch. Personal and professional responsibilities have allowed much time to socialise. As a result, you have fallen off your friends' radar. It will take time and persistence to reconnect. If you're rebuffed after a few overtures, continue to call. Eventually, the frost that has developed between you will thaw and you can resume your bond. Don't give up on your friends when you need them most.

Someone who has taken advantage of your generosity wants another favour. Be prepared to turn them away. There's a good chance this manipulator will try to lay a guilt trip on you. Don't be swayed by their emotional appeals. You have better things to do with your time and resources. Instead of coming to this irresponsible person's rescue over and over, you should be focusing on activities that give you pleasure. That's not selfish; it's sensible.

A lack of professional opportunity is dampening your spirits. You are a natural leader and don't enjoy playing a supporting role. Unfortunately, there aren't many openings for the kind of work you would like to do. Patience and persistence will pay off. Meantime, channel your restless energy into a personal project that gives you pleasure. Flexing your creative muscles will be a welcome diversion from worrying about work. Playing sports is also a great way to take your mind off career frustrations.