Although you're usually a quick learner, it may take longer than usual to acquire some professional skills. If you need to take a test, give yourself plenty of time to absorb the necessary information. It's better to tackle small sections in slow increments than cramming huge amounts of knowledge at the last minute. If you're going on a job interview, learn as much as you can about the company in question. Prospective employers enjoy candidates who have done their homework.

Expanding your intellectual horizons should be your first order of business. Recently, your curiosity was piqued by a documentary, book or television show. Feed your imagination with a trip to the library. Taking a course can also be helpful. Stop telling yourself it's too late to take up a new hobby. There's always time to enrich your life. Taking a tour of an historic city could be in the cards. It's just a matter of finding a package within your budget.

Don't beat around the bush when it comes to relationships. If you fancy someone, come out and admit it or you could lose your lover to a bold admirer. If you are already in a relationship, it may be time to broach a sensitive subject with your amour. Talking about your needs may be uncomfortable at first, but once you break through the initial discomfort, you'll make great progress. There's no harm in wanting to spice things up a little.

Finding ways to make a partner feel wanted and appreciated should be your first order of business. People experience affection two ways: through words and actions. Therefore, it's important to heap praise on the one you love, and follow up your words with thoughtful gestures. This is a wonderful time to sign a contract or enter into a formal agreement. If you're overwhelmed with work, hire a professional to take care of responsibilities that are beyond your abilities. It's a worthy investment.

It's important to follow medical advice to the letter. If you're going to find relief from a nagging ache or pain, you need to follow a sensible diet and exercise routine. This means putting your health before everyone else's needs. This can be difficult for a naturally giving person like you but you need to keep your priorities straight. There will be plenty of time to smother your loved ones with affection later. Right now, you've got to focus on getting back into your usual routines.

People are drawn to your warmth and generosity, especially as far as creative efforts are involved. As far as you're concerned, you don't need to be a professional to justify an interest in painting, writing, poetry, dance, or music. All you need is curiosity. By praising people for their first efforts, they'll work harder on their next. Pretty soon, they'll be churning out impressive work, and will cite you as their inspiration. Children especially appreciate your encouragement.

Your heart and head are working in perfect harmony. If you've been thinking of moving, begin your search now. You could find a place which is convenient, well priced, and in keeping with your lifestyle. Some negotiation may be necessary to make the deal worthwhile for you. Fortunately, you are quick to come up with counterproposals that work for both parties. If you're not in the market to move, you may want to have a big family reunion.

You've got an agile mind that is quick to find solutions to difficult problems. If you've been quarrelling with a relative or neighbour, now is the time to extend an olive branch. Any compromise you propose will be met with enthusiasm; they are tired of arguing. Taking a short trip for pleasure will be fun. The locals will be highly attracted to your brand of charm. Don't be surprised if you find love once you reach your destination.

You learn best from getting hands on experience; classroom settings are intimidating. If you're trying to learn a skill, just dive right in. It may be necessary for a teacher to watch your progress, but so long as they don't interfere at the critical moment, you'll do fine. Putting yourself on a budget is strongly advised. By reining in your spending, you'll have the money for a fabulous trip later in the year. It's just a matter of getting your priorities straight.

You'll have to be a little aggressive when putting your point across. Still, the issue is too important to downplay. If the first people you contact about this problem seem indifferent, go straight to the top of the organisation. Going on job interviews is favoured now, as a prospective employer will be impressed by the strength of your personality. This executive needs someone who is capable of making difficult decisions. You're just the right person for the job.

Cutting through red tape should be no problem. Bureaucrats and officials will be perfectly willing to help you fill out paperwork so it goes through the proper channels. Of course, it always helps to call beforehand and find out exactly what documents you need to complete an application. Forewarned is forearmed! If you feel tired, devote a few hours to a solitary pursuit that brings you pleasure. Reading, writing or walking can calm the anxious voice in your head.

Collaborating with a large group yields impressive results. Too often, you get discouraged when left to your own devices. Being part of a team will help you avoid pitfalls you were trapped by in the past. Be sure to show your efforts to a trusted colleague before throwing it away. They will have valuable advice for improving your work. It would be a shame to abandon a perfectly promising project just because you gave too much credence to your inner critic.