Conversations with someone who was born in a foreign country will have a big impact on you. Your opinions about an ethical dilemma will be very different. You understand and respect there are different ways of looking at this issue. At the same time you cannot be expected to do anything that goes against your conscience.

Your stubbornness could be causing problems. You have a tendency to insist on doing everything in your own way. This could work against you in more ways than one. Someone else has an easier approach that will save you time and money. Take their advice. Apologise for rejecting their help when it turns out to be what you needed to move you forward.

Small lifestyle changes can make you feel better about yourself. Have you fallen into the habit of neglecting your body? Forcing yourself to be more active or making a small change to your diet will make you more aware of how you want to look and feel. Walk, dance, swim, laugh and be happy.

Keep conversations light to avoid misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Steer clear of controversial topics. Talking about religion or politics will only lead to arguments and you will wish you had never joined the discussion. What annoys you most is when someone persistently tries to get you to change your mind. They won't succeed.

Outside commitments are starting to exhaust you. Protests are being planned in your community. Although you support a good cause, you have other things to think about. Start making your personal life a priority. Participating in a community activity will only add to your responsibilities.

Your schedule is keeping you so busy you hardly have a chance to draw breath. If you keep going at this demanding pace you will burn out. Is it time to start slowing down? Someone in the family is trying to get you interested in a hobby that looks deadly dull. It could turn out to be surprisingly entertaining.

You have it within you to help uncover other people's hidden potential. You've been blessed with considerable talent. Don't be surprised if you're asked to take a class or workshop on your favourite subject. Your enthusiasm is contagious and will attract a large audience. Focusing on what you enjoy most makes you a popular figure.

You're driving yourself too hard. Now is a good time to remind yourself that you can't do everything and it isn't wise to jeopardise your health for the sake of your work. If a deadline looms closer, take a deep breath and contact people who might be affected to explain that you need more time to fulfil this obligation.

You want to make a good impression on your boss and that's why you're coming up with new ways to add value to your company. Acquiring new skills and developing project ideas are among the possibilities. If you work for yourself, build up your business by offering good customer service.

You feel guilty about having loaned a friend some money when they are now refusing to pay it back. Your partner is giving you a hard time because of this. They warned you against making this loan and now they keep rubbing it in. You might wish you hadn't mentioned it to them.

Getting involved in an emotionally fraught situation will only make you more anxious and uncertain. Leave it to a practical friend or colleague to take charge. A friend who is struggling financially would be grateful for a loan but can you really afford it? If you have to, don't be reluctant to say no.

You're looking for something new and different to get your teeth into. Activities and projects relating to music, art and sports are worth exploring. If you're interested in a neighbour's hobbies, ask lots of questions. This will be a good way too to break down the barriers between you and to make new friends.