You've never shied away from a challenge, and that's especially true now, when everyone seems to be conspiring against you. Facing off with an imposing authority figure makes your pulse pound with excitement. You're not just going to run away just because someone opposes your plans. Summon your courage and make plans in private. By staying focused on your goal, you can protect your family from the whims of the marketplace.

It's time to get back in touch with a friend who has fallen off the radar. Circumstances have stopped you enjoying each other's company. Now your schedules have eased up, it will be easy to meet for lunch, or at least a cup of coffee. Be prepared to hear some surprising news. Your loved one has been planning to relocate. Although you will be out of each other's orbit, this new arrangement will give you a nice place to holiday.

Finances are stretched, and you must tighten your belt. If there's anything you hate, it's changing your behaviour for practical purposes. A visionary like you is always looking for ways to spin straw into gold. Unfortunately, you won't be able to do this in the current economy. Instead of coming up with a get rich quick scheme find a way to get paid for your talent. This probably means accepting a boring job, but the situation is only temporary.

People won't react as well to news as you thought. In fact, you'll have to defend several decisions to an outraged relative. You didn't mean to be inconsiderate, but unfortunately, the damage has been done. The only thing you can do is apologise. A creative project brings relief. Give yourself a chance to experiment with paint, clay, paper, and other materials. At first, your work will look like a jumble, but eventually, you'll see a method to your own madness.

Friends need your help; turn your phone back on and get back in touch with your loved ones. A few people will be annoyed by your recent defection. Don't bother to justify your behaviour. All that matters now is you are ready to pitch in. A loved one who is moving away needs somebody to wrap valuables, pack boxes, and keep inventory. Although such a job will bore you to tears, it will be an impressive show of loyalty.

Two sets of friends just can't get along. There's no point in forcing the issue. Keep these groups as far away from each other as possible. This is what happens when you have such a wide variety of interests. You're bound to meet people from every walk of life. Although you have no problem mixing with friends who have different religious, cultural, and political beliefs, others do. Keep this in mind the next time you organise a big get together.

Trying to spend time with family will be very tricky. Your boss needs you to put in extra hours at the office. It pains you to disappoint a youngster, but you'll have to miss their performance. Sometimes the best way to support loved ones is to give them a stable financial foundation. That's cold comfort to those who are longing for your company. Arrange a special outing with your relatives later, when you're not so busy.

Taking a break will just postpone a stressful encounter. You're better off dealing with it before you leave. A relative or neighbour who is jealous of your accomplishments keeps making nasty remarks at your expense. You will have to say something the next time it happens and tell them you won't be treated in this shabby manner. The sooner you stand up for yourself, the faster your bully will look for somebody else to torment.

Struggling under a mountain of debt has become tiresome. It's time to devise a plan to pay back your bills. If this means cutting back on luxuries and downsizing your lifestyle, so be it. Finding a cheaper place to live won't be as difficult as you thought. In fact, it will be liberating. You're tired of working so hard to maintain a standard of living that is relatively meaningless. You'd rather have lots of free time to pursue your hobbies and friendships.

Sparks fly between you and a business or romantic partner. The two of you are having a hard time finding common ground. You want security, whilst your friend craves adventure. At some point, you'll have to decide who is going to compromise for the sake of the other. It wouldn't hurt if you offered to bend. As a general rule, you're the one who calls the shots. Being willing to play second banana will make your bond stronger than it's ever been.

You've got lots to do, but circumstances conspire to slow your progress. Technical breakdowns, traffic, and absent officials make it impossible to move forward with a project. Don't worry if you haven't had word about a job application. You'll be hearing soon. A little patience goes a long way. Exercise proves a welcome distraction. You might even stumble across a moneymaking opportunity while you're at the gym.

If you're going to enjoy some leisure time, you'll have to fight for it. Everybody else is eager to get back to work. What they don't realise is you've been toiling away the whole time. By taking a few days off now, you'll be able to return to a project feeling refreshed and energised. Turn a deaf ear to colleagues who accuse you of being lazy. Nothing could be further from the truth. You just don't let stress undermine your life.