When it comes to expressing love; you do it innocently and compulsively. This has lead to a few cases of broken heartedness. If you want to avoid trouble this time around, take a slow, steady approach to romance. Don't jump into bed with someone straightaway. Go on a series of dates. Get to know each other. Spend time away from each other, so you'll anticipate the moments you will be together. Coming on too strong could chase away the object of your affection.

Getting lost in a world of music, art, and beauty is wonderful, but in the end, you've got to get back to reality. Don't neglect your responsibilities, even if you're in the middle of a great story or film. People are depending on you to run errands, dispatch jobs, and keep the house in order. If you let these duties fall by the wayside, life will become chaotic. Not only that, friends and colleagues will be justifiably angry. Keep your nose to the grindstone.

You're agreeable and friendly towards everyone, which causes some confusion. Someone in your social circle thinks you've developed a crush on them, when actually your interest is purely platonic. It's up to you to set the record straight, or a great deal of embarrassment will ensue. Try not to be angry at a youngster's thoughtless behaviour. Everything is so new and exciting to your young friend. It's only natural they would forget their chores in the face of all this excitement.

Settling down is your dearest wish, but the object of your affection craves freedom. Try not to feel threatened by their desire for independence. Having everything settled and predictable can be stifling. Go off on your own. It will be fun indulging your whims without having to confer with someone else beforehand. Eat what you want, do what you like, and succumb to your vices. You've earned the right to be a little selfish. There's more to life than being joined at the hip to a romantic partner.

You long for greener pastures, but don't have the opportunity to get away just yet. A little armchair travel can help. Read books and watch movies set in glamorous places you've always wanted to visit. Study a foreign language, or master recipes from your favourite country. Do anything that will spice up your life. The time will come when you'll be able to sample restaurants, museums, and shops. That doesn't mean you should be miserable until then, though!

Your intensity could be driving people away. Try not to be so dramatic. Take an interest in your loved ones. Enquire after their interests, worries, and hopes. The more giving you are to others, the more receptive they will be to you. If you've become obsessed with a romantic interest, try taking a more balanced view of life. Head off to a place that doesn't have any associations with your amour, so you can clear your head.

No matter how hard you try, you won't be able to make life pleasant for everyone. Someone who is close to your heart is undergoing a difficult time. The best you can do is lend a sympathetic ear. Eventually, your friend will overcome their trouble, but not before they've done a great deal of grieving. Try not to take it personally if a business or romantic partner snaps at you. Your pleasant attitude can be upsetting to anyone who is in a bad mood.

Stop being so hard on yourself. Just because there is a lot of work to be done doesn't mean you are the one who should perform it all. If others shirk their responsibilities, so be it. All you can do is your part. Make an extra effort to spend time on your favourite hobby. Restoring antique furniture, doing research, and transforming your surroundings are all good channels for your creative energy. Devoting every spare moment to work will just make you tired, sick, and depressed.

Beware of expressing too much interest in a newcomer, or you'll give the wrong impression. You're always entranced by anything that's unfamiliar. Once the initial charm wears off, you're ready to move on to the next thing. This can be very hurtful to those who think you've developed a deep, abiding interest. It's not that you're fickle; it's just because you've got an active mind in need of constant stimulation. Don't make any promises as far as work is concerned.

It feels like you've been taken for granted. When this happens, you can either sit and sulk or stand in your own defence. Do something nice for yourself, whether it's getting a spa treatment, buying a beautiful piece of jewellery, or taking a few days off. You shouldn't need an excuse to be kind to yourself. Once others see you treating yourself with dignity and care, they'll follow suit. Push yourself to make new friends; it's not good to get caught in a social rut.

You're so wrapped up in your own interests that you've quite forgotten the world around you. It's totally understandable; time flies when you're having fun! Still, you may want to take a few moments to enquire after a relative who's been experiencing trouble. It's possible their luck has taken a turn for the worse. If that's the case, you will be one of the few people who can help them out of this mess. Set aside what you're doing to play the hero.

This isn't the time to indulge your vices. There's important work to be done, and if you neglect it, disaster will ensue. Your boss is watching your performance, trying to decide whether you are worthy of a promotion. Doing the bare minimum will cause you to miss a golden opportunity. If you're unemployed, spend at least an hour a day applying for jobs, getting specialised training, and gathering work samples. That way, you'll be prepared when the perfect position pops up.