Although you're anxious for your partner to make a decision, you should stop putting pressure on them. A strategic retreat will yield the best results. If someone is leaning on you to sign a contract, hold back. Take the papers to a lawyer who has your best interests in mind. There will be several clauses that need to be changed if this arrangement will benefit you. You've got to fight for your rights, or they will slowly be taken away.

You won't get much cooperation from loved ones, neighbours, and colleagues. It feels like even the most innocent request for help leads to a power struggle. You're better off focusing on solo projects. Your hard work and diligence will pay off, so long as your superiors know who is doing all the heavy lifting. Don't keep deferring to an expert all the time. You have all the experience and knowledge you require get to the upper ranks of your workplace.

Money will be tight, and although it pains you to do so, you'll have to do without a tempting luxury. Stop looking with envy at friends who are leading lavish lifestyles. There's a good chance they're financing their purchases through credit. That's a trap you want to avoid. If you have tons of bills, take this opportunity to embark on a strict budget. You can find plenty of inexpensive ways to relax, travel, and have fun. The important thing is to live beneath your means.

You won't find favour with a powerful executive, but don't worry. Working to win their approval will be an exercise in disaster. You're better off doing what you love best. If others disapprove, that's just too bad. Lots of people are jealous of your creativity and leadership ability. They find your blend of imagination and willpower extremely threatening. Instead of trying to soften your personality, project it with full force. That way, you won't feel guilty for selling out.

It's important for an active person like you to take plenty of exercise. While it's true you love a luxurious lifestyle, that doesn't mean you should sit around on the couch all day. Create a daily routine that involves playing sports, going outdoors, or hitting the gym. Friends may not be very supportive of your altered schedule. They might feel threatened by your decision to become stronger and healthier. Don't let their disapproval deter your progress.

You have lots of expenses, but very little money to cover them. Being resourceful is critical. If you need an expensive appliance, you might consider renting it or borrowing one from a friend. This will give you a chance to save for your own gadget. A lover or child is demanding all of your attention. This takes time away from your social life. If you don't adjust the balance soon, you could offend somebody who has always been loyal to you.

You worry about not doing enough. Stop beating yourself up for needing leisure time. There's nothing especially virtuous about driving yourself into the ground. In fact, you owe it to yourself to develop your creative side. Take up a project for sheer pleasure, and don't show it to anybody. Colleagues and relatives have a way of cutting you down when you need support. It's not that they mean to discourage you. It's just that they've grown to depend on you.

Resist the urge to poke your nose where it doesn't belong. Unearthing sensitive information about a colleague or friend will permanently damage your relationship. Everyone has a right to privacy. If you happen to stumble across a confidential piece of paper, try not to let it change your opinion of the person to whom it belongs. This may be impossible, but make the attempt. You usually enjoy keeping secrets, but this one will weigh heavily on your conscience.

Lording money over someone will destroy a good relationship. If you are in a business or romantic partnership, the two of you have to find an equitable way to split the expenses. If one of you makes a lot more money than the other, divide bills according to percentages of income. Just because someone is in a low paying field of work doesn't mean they are less worthy of respect, admiration, and affection. Turn a deaf ear to a snobbish friend.

Lots of pressure is being put on you to turn out a perfect performance. This will be difficult, given staffing shortages and tight finances. Instead of carrying out orders, negotiate a better arrangement. The people who work for you will be grateful and your stature as a leader will increase. Sometimes the best way to exercise authority is to establish limits. If a board member or rival tries to make you look bad, stay calm. Getting defensive will weaken your position.

A pushy zealot will try to convert you to their point of view. No matter how much you protest, they'll keep pressing their point. This may be one of those instances where you have to be rude to survive. Onlookers will be shocked by your behaviour, but don't worry. It's more important to be true to yourself than prove an atmosphere of civility. Word will spread of your rebellious behaviour, which will be tremendously beneficial. It's time people realised they cannot mess with you.

Friends aren't being very supportive right now, which is disappointing. Don't let this deter you from developing a creative project. You have been blessed with incredible artistic gifts. You shouldn't need permission to express them. Money is a little tight, stopping you getting the kind of things you want or need. Invention is the mother of necessity. Instead of working with shop bought materials, use discarded or recycled items. You'll be thrilled with the results. Besides, old fashioned materials will give your work a compelling, distinctive look.