Venus' up-coming opposition to Saturn could prompt you to use some underhanded methods to get what you want. Brandishing sex as a weapon is a dangerous game, however. No matter what you win, you're going to have to lose something in return. What is REALLY compelling you to get into this person's good graces?

You're going to have to decide whether your ambitions or desires are more important than your relationship. The answer could very well be yes. If you think you've been handed the opportunity of a lifetime, you can't afford to turn it down. Hopefully, your partner will support you. If not, you must find your bliss alone.

Personal insecurities could tempt you to abuse your body in some way. Junk food, alcohol, unsafe sex, or drugs won't fill up that empty space inside of you. The fastest way to bolster your confidence is to take care of your health. Until you do, your subconscious will keep getting the message you don't deserve to feel good.

Don't look to others to validate your artistic talent. Folks may not appreciate your work just yet, but that doesn't matter. You've got to fulfil your own vision right now. In time, people will begin to see the method to your madness. Playing by the rules is the fastest way to suppress creative genius.

Keeping your head in the sand won't stop reality from coming crashing down on you. If you sense that you're in a real bind, face up to your responsibilities. Otherwise, your suppressed fears will start taking their toll on your nervous system. Troubles all start to shrink when examined in the cold light of day.

There's no point in pretending to admire somebody's work when you really dislike it. If somebody asks for your honest opinion, give a genuine appraisal. You may end up bruising this person's feelings, but they'll eventually come to respect your honesty. Being true to your feelings is the best gift you can give to yourself.

You may not have the financial wherewithal to buy the things you really like. Instead of running up a fortune in large debts, put together a plan by which you can afford things within a few months' time. This will make the objects of your desire all the more precious once you acquire them. Instant gratification is highly overrated and only a temporary fix.

You're prone to be a little narcissistic today, much to the chagrin of your spouse or partner. Think about how you would feel if your mate were to treat you with the same level of discourtesy or disdain. Being loving doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your identity. A healthy relationship allows you to do both.

A secret love affair will spell heartache in the long run. Consider how your behaviour may be hurting innocent people. A relationship can only flourish when it can be flaunted, without fear, in public. If there are too many practical considerations to forge such a bond, you have no choice but to cut and run right now.

Don't feel obligated to accept a social invitation if you cringe at the thought of attending. Time is too precious to squander on activities you don't enjoy. Anger and resentment tends to melt into thin air once you master the fine art of saying "no." Spend the evening on a hobby you've set aside due to lack of time.

Resist the urge to put pressure on someone who is in a subordinate position than you. When you force people to do things, the results are less than stellar. You'll get far more accomplished by doing things yourself. If, however, they only serve to make you angry and resentful, it may be time to dispense with such duties entirely.

Jealousy over a friend's good fortune could put a strain on your relationship. At times like these, you have to ask yourself what you've been doing to drive opportunity away from your door. Chances are it's a negative attitude that's prevented you from achieving success. How long are you willing to continue this way?