Don't let work be the centre of your world. A colleague who has recently heard devastating news won't perform up to par. Instead of drawing attention to the problem, give your fellow worker the benefit of the doubt. Think back to a time when someone was extraordinarily patient when you were experiencing difficulty. Your best friend won't win approval from your family. Stop trying to tell each party to get along with the other. You can't force affection. Opt for a neutral stance.

You're having so much fun that you may forget a promise you made to a friend. Be sure to double check your calendar before embarking on an all day adventure. You may be expected to help someone relocate, write a CV or collaborate on a project. Be gracious about this commitment. Showing up with a chip on your shoulder will only make time draw out interminably. This appointment could be a lot of fun if you adopt an upbeat attitude.

Your family won't have much respect for you if you spend all of your time at work. It's time to strike a better balance between your personal and professional lives. Your job may be a lot more rewarding than home life. After all, you're getting paid for your efforts. Stop and think how someone from your past did all sorts of kind things for you out of sheer love. By following their example, your domestic sphere will be a lot more pleasant.

Just because someone has an impressive degree doesn't mean they're terribly smart. Before hiring someone to do a job based on their schooling, ask for references. You may be surprised to learn that a top scholar isn't particularly good at their job. Hold out for someone who has a track record of professional success. This isn't a good time to buy expensive furnishings. Try to make do with what you have. Repairing a broken appliance will extend its life and save lots of money.

You won't be able to throw money at a problem. It will be necessary to confront somebody whose behaviour is offensive to the rest of the group. Although you hate this kind of hassle, it falls to you to speak up. You're the only one with enough authority to speak to a superior. Resist the urge to play peacemaker. There is no way this situation can be tolerated for a moment longer. Pattern your behaviour after a brave relative who wasn't afraid to stand up to bullies.

The more you try to discourage a friend from doing something, the more determined they will be to defy you. It's better to employ some reverse psychology. Nobody likes being told what to do, even if the directives they receive are sensible. You should pretend as if you don't really care which path is chosen. Some people may be dismayed by your indifference, but they don't know there is a method to your madness. Keep quiet and be ready to field some harsh criticism.

Trying to keep a secret will backfire. This isn't a good time to engage in clandestine behaviour. If you're implicated in a lie, your colleagues won't ever be able to trust you again. Be ready to refuse your boss's request to keep important information under wraps. You can't be a party to this deception. Standing by your principles will win lots of respect. You may not realise it, but many people at your job expect you to uphold justice at the office.

Collaborating with a big group won't be rewarding. You'll have to work twice as hard to compensate for the lazy members of the team. It's better to go solo. Some people will accuse you of being a snob, but actually you're tired of giving away your talent to those who don't deserve it. You'll be able to change an outmoded policy after consulting with the organisation's leader. Your calm approach, bolstered with facts and figures, makes a great impression.

You might not be as influential as you think. Don't promise to help a relative unless you're absolutely sure you can deliver. A relative may be putting too much faith in your ability to move mountains. Money is rather tight and you'll have to turn down someone's request for a loan. You have enough trouble meeting your own expenses, much less covering another person's debts. Trust your instincts regarding a career matter. A job opening could have long term security.

You'll have to devote a lot more time to a course of study. Even if you picked up information easily in the past, that won't be the case now. Devote a set period each day to mastering your lessons. It may be necessary to hire a tutor as well. If you don't understand a complicated concept, you might as well admit it. Your best friend or romantic partner has been very encouraging, but you require more than praise to cross this finish line. Reach out to a seasoned expert.

An unrealistic attitude towards money is causing trouble. You have to tighten your belt, even if it means giving less to charity. Contributing less goes against your humanitarian instincts, but think about the long term future. If you want to keep providing resources for your favourite causes, be a little more frugal in every area. A job you thought would come through will be given to somebody else. Don't be discouraged. A former employer will offer a temporary position.

Don't expect so much from your partner. Although you're experiencing difficulty, your amour also has problems. Take this opportunity to do something kind on their behalf. After all, you wouldn't have come this far without their support. It may be necessary to cut a fun evening short. Be sure not to take advantage of a babysitter's generosity. If you promised to be back home by a certain time, do your best to keep your word. Money from an inheritance brings more financial stability.