A close relationship is showing signs of strain and for the next four weeks, all eyes will be on you. This can really deflate your partner's ego. Take care you don't eclipse their personality altogether. If you go out to a party together, avoid monopolising the conversation. Draw attention to your friend's ideas. Broadcast their recent accomplishments, and be sure to give credit for their contributions. Contrary to popular belief, there is room for two in the spotlight.

Breaking out of a rut is easier said than done. You may lack the knowledge to venture into another area. At times like these, you need to resist the urge to isolate yourself from the crowd. Ask for help, even at the risk of looking foolish. A sympathetic person who has been in your shoes will come forward to guide you. Until that happens, keep thinking positive. Turn a deaf ear to your inner critic, which is trying to deter you from moving forward.

A fun loving person like you can't stand being deprived of leisure time. Unfortunately, you're not in any position to pursue your favourite people or hobbies. Obligations to friends and family force you to put your needs aside for theirs. Your love life isn't looking too hot, either. At times like these, you need to remind yourself the situation is only temporary. In two weeks, you'll have more opportunities to kick back and relax. Until then, hang in there.

Your family misses you greatly, but work is consuming all of your time. Whether you're trying to satisfy your boss or looking for a job, the stress is taking its toll on everyone. It may be necessary to put professional concerns on the back burner, even at the risk of losing money or prestige. If you don't take a stand now, it will become even harder to establish boundaries between your private and public lives. Summon your courage.

Errands have been piling up, and you can't ignore them any longer. This may force you to turn down a party invitation or cancel a trip. Nothing could be more odious for a festive person like you, but there it is. Steel yourself to stock up on groceries, do the laundry, and clean the house. While you're at it, return phone calls and emails. If you keep going at this breakneck pace, your friendships will start to suffer. Your health could weaken, too.

All you want to do is get into bed and take a long nap, but commitments prevent you from doing so. The days of lazing around in your pyjamas have become a distant memory. For the next two weeks, it may feel as though you live in business attire. Your hard work will eventually pay off, but that's cold comfort now. It may be necessary to put a blossoming romance on hold. Be honest about the situation, or your amour could think you've lost interest.

You've been feeling neglected lately, and yearn to be back in the spotlight, where you rightfully belong. Unfortunately, that may not be possible. A family matter has forced everybody to stop in their tracks. Perhaps a relative is sick, or maybe someone is acting it. It looks as though a power struggle has broken out, and you're stuck in the middle. This is a good opportunity to use your diplomatic skills. It's not easy managing people with big egos, but you can handle the job.

Privacy is paramount to you, but this doesn't matter to some nosy neighbours. You can turn off the phone and pull down the shades, but it won't stop people from seeking you out. Colleagues also have a way of crossing boundaries. It may be better to meet people halfway, rather than insisting on keeping your distance. Pitching in with a team project will cause your stature to rise. You are a much needed stabilising force. Your calm presence helps everyone focus.

Don't expect to get much validation from family and friends right now. It's not that your loved ones want you to fail. They just think your plans are unwise. Entering into an expensive enterprise doesn't make you nervous, but it strikes terror into the hearts of your more conservative associates. In this case, they could have a point. Taking a gamble could result in a huge loss for you. Spend a few weeks reconfigure your idea. It will make all the difference to your success.

This isn't the best time to draw attention to yourself as outsiders may misinterpret your powerful presence as a bullying attitude. Be particularly gentle with male relatives. Challenging the authority of a father, brother, or son could result in disaster. Give way to this guy's demands, if only as a show of respect. You can't expect to be in charge all of the time. By showing you can follow, as well as lead, you'll strike a healthier balance in all of your relationships.

Your faith is being tested, and you don't like it one bit. It's a really unpleasant sensation to have all of your fundamental beliefs challenged. Don't get drawn into a contentious conversation about religion or politics or a close relationship could suffer. Discuss your dilemma with an objective counsellor. You need to sort out this problem with someone who is outside your immediate circle of friends. It's hard to take someone's advice when you suspect they could have ulterior motives.

A serious debt could wreak havoc in your life. You've got to cope with this problem, even if it dredges up your worst fears. Fortunately, there is help for people who are in your situation. Do some online research into government agencies which have been created to help people in financial jeopardy. They can offer valuable help for free. In the event you don't have any outstanding bills, you may want to consider whether you've been taking a friend for granted.