You may have an intense desire to widen your horizons, especially since work seems so unfulfilling. Arrange to take a short trip to a place that's always interested you. This could give you the inspiration to begin work on an art project, even if it is only in your spare time. Life is too precious to waste on mundane chores.

A nice sum of money could come from a relative as thanks for helping out with a difficult emotional situation. Treat yourself to something nice that will afford you plenty of intellectual stimulation. Taking up an instrument can be especially rewarding. Choose a teacher based on their ability, rather than their fee.

Make an extra effort to learn people's names today, as your recall will make a great impression in the future. You never know who will be in the position to help you, especially when it comes to writing projects. Getting your name before the public is a matter of being persistent. Put your social skills to good use.

Doing a good deed in secret could have unintended rewards for you, so go forth and perform some small kindness. It's especially important to do this when you're feeling depressed. By affecting change in someone else's life, you'll gain confidence in your own ability to improve your own situation. Stop obsessing over personal disappointments.

A friend could invite you to a fun gathering, and though you're tempted to accept, you're swamped with work. Put your duties aside for the moment. After all, it's not as though you're appreciated for being reliable and responsible. Once your peers see what happens when you put your needs first, they may be respectful.

Asking for a raise or promotion isn't a bad idea, especially if you've saved your company from several near disasters. You've got to stop associating money with greed. The fact is, money is a form of energy. If channelled in the proper direction, it can be used for many good purposes. Goodness knows you're scrupulous enough!

Catering to a colleague's ego is beginning to wear thin; stop giving your usual responses to their self deprecating comments. You should be spending your time on developing your own talents. After all, it's about time stepped into the spotlight. Playing second fiddle feels safe, but it won't win you the recognition you deserve.

Improving a relationship can be as simple as doing some volunteer work together. Find a cause that is meaningful to you both. Otherwise, it will be difficult to get motivated. It's easy to feel good about yourselves when you're making a valuable contribution to the world. Besides, this will introduce you to a whole new group of friends.

If you don't feel like you're in touch with your physical side, go out and get some exercise. The longer you neglect this aspect of your personality, the harder it will be to reconnect with it. That may seem like a comforting thought right now, but do you really want to feel like half a person? Life has many facets to it. Enjoy them all.

A child may ask you to make excuses for them, but resist the temptation to save them this once. Otherwise, you will be setting up a terrible pattern that will continue to repeat itself. Offer to stand beside them while they admit the error of their ways to the person involved. You've got to establish strong moral behaviour early on.

If you feel overwhelmed by personal problems, reach out to a sympathetic friend. You've got to get over this fear of seeming needy. Everyone has moments of uncertainty, and it's only natural to ask for help during these times. The more you suppress these worries, the more they will affect your work and relationships.

Stop tricking yourself into thinking that an unhealthy practice is your only form of pleasure. The fact is, you can find plenty of enjoyable pursuits that won't jeopardise your body. Pour your energy into creative pursuits like photography and painting. The transition will be hard at first, but the rewards will be immense.