It's important not to impose your hopes and dreams onto those who are easily influenced. So many people look up to you, thanks to your dynamic personality. This devotion can be a double-edged sword, though. Your admirers may be so eager to please you that they're reluctant to be truthful when their opinion differs from yours.

Your alluring mystique draws people to you like bees to a flower; play it up for all it's worth. Put on your most attractive outfit, add a touch of cologne, and cast your eye around the room. Before you know it, an interesting person may approach. Playing hard-to-get was never this much fun. You've been dealt a winning hand; play it wisely!

Although you may not be making the kind of money you'd like, you still have some precious assets. Your relationships are your true source of wealth. They uplift and sustain you. The next time you're feeling blue, call a trusted confidante. They'll restore your sense of self-worth and help you cope with demoralising upsets.

Trying to meet impossible demands can drive you to distraction; remember, you're only human. If you feel yourself struggling, have an honest talk with the people who are putting pressure on you. It's possible that you're making life difficult for yourself. There are worse things than making an occasional mistake. Give yourself a break!

You're usually eager to enter a competition, but there's something different about today's contest. Perhaps you're not confident about your abilities. Maybe your rival is more able than you. Don't back down from this challenge. Even if you don't win, you will still gain valuable experience. You can't always be first!

Comparing your progress to that of others is an exercise in despair; be happy with what you can do. Once the pressure is off, you'll probably surpass your goals. Besides, what you perceive as success may be experienced as something very different. Decide what is best for you, then take small, steady steps toward your dreams.

Working behind-the-scenes may not appeal to your vanity, but you'll acquire valuable experience in the process. Nobody likes to do a thankless job, but look treat it as an undercover assignment. You'll see and hear things that you normally wouldn't in a public position. File this information away for a rainy dayŠyou can use it later.

It's flattering to be needed and wanted, but you must be treated fairly in the process. If you feel that a flatterer wants more from you than can be reasonably expected, speak up. You've never been shy about asserting your power. Use this trait to your advantage. Otherwise, you could feel hurt and used in a few weeks time.

When confronted with disappointment, your first instinct may be to indulge in your favourite vice. Think twice before you embark on a spree, though. Will this really soothe your aching heart? Take some moments to let the pain sink in, then do something positive as a means of comfort. Adopting a pet may appeal to you.

You may feel pressured to look as though you're totally confident and in control. If you find that you're in over your head, though, go on and ask for help. An experienced person will be more than happy to show you the ropes. It's better than bluffing, only to be later exposed as a fraud. You have to be a student before becoming a master.

Dwelling on past disappointments won't make it any easier to lead a happy future. On some level, you're going to have to forgive the people who betrayed you. This doesn't mean you have to expose yourself to further injury, but it does require that you stop replaying past events in your mind. Living well is the best revenge.

If you want to lead a life that's meaningful and rewarding, you may have to get training in mundane skills. This is a bitter pill for you to swallow, as you want to get immediate results in all things. Stop complaining and get to work. Once you take the initial step, you'll be surprised how quickly you move toward your goal.