It feels like your personal freedom is being sacrificed for your best friend, lover, or business partner. At times, you feel as if you can't breathe. Resist the urge to walk away. By finessing your relationship so you have a little more private time, you'll salvage something precious. Remember all the times your friend has been there for you when crisis has loomed. This is also a good time to plan a short trip. Go by yourself; a short period of solitude will be refreshing.

Irrational fears are stopping you applying for a better job. Contrary to what you might think, you have the ability to thrive in another industry. Not only are you hard working and diligent, but you're also tremendously creative. It's easy for you to find imaginative solutions to stubborn problems. If you find a position that allows you to express your artistic talent, grab it. The competition will be fierce, but you'll land the job in the end. It may take several interviews, so be patient.

A well meaning friend will give you terrible advice. Instead of lashing out, smile, say thank you, and follow your own instincts. Some people are incapable of seeing the full scope of a situation. It looks like you are counsellor for one of these characters. Keep this in mind the next time you need guidance. A wilful youngster or lover will try to fight your decision. Turn a deaf ear to their protests and just plunge ahead. There won't be any voting on this issue.

Even if you disagree with an executive decision, there's nothing you can do about it. You'll have to carry out orders or be ejected from the organisation. Everyone has faced similar situations at some point in their lives. Don't let the stress get to you. Find a way to blow off steam after hours, whether it's meeting with friends for drinks or going for a run. Eventually, the stupidity of this policy will become evident to everyone, and it will be replaced with a sane procedure.

You're tired of listening to negative relatives or workmates who are always making prejudiced remarks. Until you confront them, they will continue to fill the air with these antiquated attitudes. You don't have to conduct this dressing down in public. In fact, you'll make a far bigger impact if you take the offender aside and communicate your disapproval in a quiet, forceful way. If the problem continues, then repeat your remarks within earshot of several other witnesses.

Jealousy is rearing its ugly head in a relationship. If you're suspicious of the one you love, sit down and ask yourself why. Do you have a good reason to suspect infidelity, or are your suspicions the result of insecurity? If your partner is the one who always doubts your loyalty, think about cutting things off, at least temporarily. It isn't healthy to be in a relationship where you have to constantly account for your actions.

It feels like you're always walking on eggshells with your best friend, lover, or business partner. This is really hard for you to take, because you try to promote happiness and harmony in all of your relationships. Unfortunately, everything you do and say seems to rub your friend the wrong way. Instead of trying to win their approval, make a strategic retreat. Your ego can't handle constant rejection. Besides, your friend will never change until you stand up for yourself.

You don't have your mind on your work, which could result in some embarrassing mistakes. Check and double check all of your submissions before hitting 'send.' If you're not confident about your proofreading skills, get a sharp eyed Gemini or Virgo to lend a hand. There's no need to be embarrassed. Everyone has a strong suit. Yours is the ability to conserve resources, as well as a talent for solving problems. Be content to focus on the big picture.

Resist the urge to take risks. A situation that sounds too good to be true probably is. Besides, you're not in a position to lose everything you've worked so hard to accumulate. If you've been thinking about making a pass at somebody, be prepared for disappointment. Although there is a lot of chemistry between you, the long term prospects for a romance are bad. And you really don't want to be left with a strained friendship. Look elsewhere for love.

Upheavals at home are wearing on your nerves. If you've had to take temporary shelter while your place is undergoing construction or repairs, it may be difficult to sleep. Do yourself a favour and invest in an eye mask, earplugs, and anything else that will help you rest in unfamiliar surroundings. A relative's erratic behaviour could also create difficulty for you. Perhaps it's time to get professional care for them. This situation is simply too stressful for you to handle all by yourself.

Accept the fact that your plans are impractical. It's time to take a new approach. In the past, encountering opposition made you even more determined to push your agenda through. This situation warrants flexibility. If a seasoned expert sees you're able to switch gears, they'll invite you to become their apprentice. Don't take this golden opportunity for granted. You'll only benefit from your raw talent being shaped and formed by a talented teacher.

Keep a close eye on your bank account and retirement portfolio. It's important to be proactive about your money. If you don't understand how to decipher these statements, take a class in personal financial management. Knowing how to make your income work for you will be very self empowering. There are so many stories in the news about people being swindled because they didn't take a more proactive stance about their finances. Don't be a victim.