You could be running yourself ragged as far as work is concerned. Thankfully, the weekend has finally arrived. Do yourself a favour and turn off your mobile and pull down the shades when you get home. Enjoy some quiet time in your private sanctuary. Avoid noisy parties and loud nightspots. A few days of peace will do you a world of good. If you're thinking of getting a new job, send out a few casual enquiries.

Keep your hard earned cash in the bank, where it belongs; this is no time to gamble. What seems like a sure thing could empty out your reserves in no time flat. A child could be suffering from undue academic pressure. You need to remember we all have different abilities. If your young friend is working hard but still pulling average grades, you need to find an area where they will excel. That's more important than trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.

You're not in the most cheerful mood today. It feels like everybody automatically rejects your ideas without giving them a chance. At times like these, you need to stop looking for public approval. Go your own way. When friends, relatives, and colleagues try to discourage you from taking a risk, tell them to be quiet. The sooner you establish strong boundaries, the faster these people will stop imposing their will onto you.

Worrying has never solved anything. You need to stop giving credence to the worst case scenario. For all you know, your wildest dreams could be fulfilled. It's all a matter of the way you view the world. If you think of the Universe as having limitless abundance, you'll find opportunities at every turn. If you think as the world as a hostile place, you'll have a much different experience. Experiment with the power of positive thinking.

You need to be much more creative about finances in order to cover your bills. One thing you can do is keep a careful record of everything you buy. This will give you valuable clues about what you really value. Cutting out the fat will be much easier as a result. One of the most cost effective things you can do is cut back on your social outings. Entertaining friends in your home will cost much less than going out to restaurants, movies, and nightspots.

A lack of self confidence could trip you up in the workplace. Don't let an authority figure's disparaging comments go unchallenged. You have more skills and knowledge than this person realises. Once your critic sees how talented you really are, they'll give you bigger and better assignments. If you come across a job that appeals to you, go ahead and apply. Just because you don't have experience in this particular industry doesn't mean you won't be a good candidate for the position.

Stop telling yourself you will never be able to master a particular subject. Finding a good teacher is the secret to your success. You need an instructor who will strengthen your self esteem. Most of your past failures can be attributed to a lack of confidence. Perhaps you were told as a child you were good at certain subjects, but not others. You can't pay heed to such proclamations. You can do anything you set your mind to.

Tune out a pessimist who is always telling you there is no point in trying anything new. If everybody shared this person's beliefs, we'd be stuck in the Dark Ages. Fighting over shared resources could put a crimp in a close relationship. The two of you need to forge a compromise. You probably have a more resourceful attitude towards money, while others spend extravagantly. Sorting out your individual priorities will be helpful in creating a budget.

Someone could embarrass you in a public place. Normally, you don't care what people think of you. This time around, though, you're really bothered by these criticisms. Perhaps you have been accused of something you didn't do. Maybe your good intentions have been misinterpreted. Whatever the problem, you need to set the record straight. Wait a wee while before confronting them By then, both of your tempers will have subsided.

Legal difficulties could abound and this could have an adverse impact on your job. It's hard to focus on work when you've got this issue hanging over your head. At some point, you need to learn how to live within the constraints of this situation. A spiritual practice like prayer or meditation can put your mind at ease. Ultimately, you have no control over this, so you've got to go on trust. It's easier said than done, but peace can prevail with practice.

Intimacy could be elusive. Your idea of fun doesn't mesh with that of a lover or child. The two of you need to find some common ground. Taking up a new hobby together could be rewarding. Alternatively, you could sign up for a class together. Starting from the same place will bring some necessary equity to this relationship. When one of you is the expert, the other feels worthless. Take a fresh start together.

You're not happy about raining on somebody's parade. However, somebody has got to deliver painful truths to this person. Try not to be too hurt when your friend takes out their disappointment on you. In time, they will see the error of their ways. Meanwhile, you can keep busy with household projects. Sorting out closets, drawers, and storage spaces will be good therapy. Don't get drawn into an argument with a contentious relative.