A childish impulse to get revenge on a tormentor could be more trouble than it's worth. Consider how your reputation will be compromised if you give in to this urge. Of course, you may be at the point where you don't care how you look; all that matters is pulling off this silly trick. If you're willing to accept such consequences, fine. If not, consider a more direct approach for confronting your rival.

A friend who promised you a deal may not be able to deliver. Rather than dwelling on your disappointment, look for any positive developments that could come from this turn of events. Otherwise, an ugly wedge could be driven between you and your pal. It's probably not your chum's fault that everything has fallen apart. By adopting a forgiving attitude, you'll make the best out of a very uncomfortable situation.

It may be difficult to get your ideas across, especially the more impulsive ones. If you feel your audience is not receptive, make a strategic retreat. This is especially true if you're trying to win somebody's heart. If you can prove you're willing to wait, your beloved will come around. If, on the other hand, you insist on pressing the issue, all the progress you've made will collapse like a house of cards.

You could inadvertently spill a secret, making others upset and even angry with you. The only thing you can do is apologise. Eventually, people will see you didn't mean any harm. In the meantime, occupy yourself with solitary activities that give you peace of mind. Working with your hands is enormously comforting. You won't have to worry about blurting out sensitive information, either.

It may be impossible to get people to listen to you; everybody is intent on doing their own thing. Rather than banging your head against a brick wall, focus your energy on a personal project instead. Getting in shape will help you burn off tension. There's also the added bonus of improving your appearance. You'll want to look your best when your friends ask you to take control over their failed efforts.

Taking a calm, rational approach with an emotional friend just creates more trouble. Your logical attitude simply underscores their ridiculous behaviour. Back down quietly until this person has time to calm themselves. Otherwise, you'll just throw petrol on an already smouldering fire. Part of the problem may be you never let your true feelings show. Go ahead and let your anger and passion come to the surface.

You're eager to explore new vistas, but mundane realities are preventing you from doing so. Instead of cursing your bad fortune, make the best of your present circumstances. Go above and beyond the call of duty, especially as far as work is concerned. By demonstrating you are capable of personal sacrifice, your superiors will be more willing to grant you extra time off. Redouble your efforts and see what happens.

You're angry and frustrated with your romantic life, but there seems little you can do about it. The object of your affection is behaving erratically, and you can't get a handle on their emotions. Instead of focusing on what will make this person happy, start satisfying your own needs. This will make you far more appealing, and will set the tone for a relationship that allows you more power and freedom.

It bothers you when people pry too closely into your personal life. Unfortunately, your family has to know something about your lover and vice-versa. Otherwise, all your relationships will suffer. True, you don't have to discuss every detail of your romance, but you should let your relatives know there is someone special in your life. It's also important to put your partner's needs ahead of your kin's expectations.

You're trying to play by the rules, but circumstances keep working against you. Last-minute staff changes and sudden changes in schedule make it virtually impossible to do a good job. Your best bet is to adopt a wait-and-see attitude, even if it means slacking off on your duties. Why waste your time and effort on projects that will be relegated to the dustbin? Never fear; a clearer path will soon emerge.

Plans for a party or date could be ruined by a last-minute emergency. Instead of giving up altogether, try to find another way to amuse yourselves. You don't have to spend a lot of money to have a good time. If you get the feeling that your sweetheart has got cold feet, back off a little. They will come back around to their senses once the pressure is off. Just stay cool, calm, and collected.

You're starting to wonder if following a sudden whim was worth it after all. There's no use crying over spilt milk. If you've missed an opportunity, look for a new one. This is especially true with regard to romance. Don't convince yourself that one person holds the key to your heart, particularly if that character hasn't been treating you very well. There are plenty of other fish in the sea. Cast your line again!