You're uncomfortable with passionate displays of emotion. When dealing with troubling issues, you prefer sticking to the facts. Unfortunately, this may not be possible with a dramatic relative. The best strategy for dealing with this hysteric may be to let them vent their feelings while you sit quietly. Then, when they're drained of energy, you can offer your suggestions on fixing the problem. Your calm demeanour will be a breath of fresh air. Fortunately, your best friend will be ready to make you laugh once this confrontation is over.

Try not to be too self critical. If you make a few mistakes, treat them like learning opportunities. Nobody is perfect, especially in the initial stages of a project. Although you're slow to learn, you never forget a skill once it's mastered. Don't let an impatient relative make you feel bad about your learning style. Secretly, this critic may be jealous of your considerable creative talent. We all have our individual strengths and weaknesses. Stop trying to emulate others and be happy with whom you are.

Unethical behaviour drives you to distraction. You won't look the other way at lying and cheating. Notifying the authorities could make you temporarily unpopular. Eventually, your colleagues will come around to your point of view. If one of the team is being underhanded, the rest of you could be painted with the same brush. It's better to eject this crook from your midst while your reputations are still intact. Be scrupulously honest with a child who has questions about this situation.

You're reluctant to share your feelings for fear of being mocked. Relatives have always been quick to tease you for being sensitive. Sometimes you're able to laugh at their jokes, but others incidents make you seethe with anger. Avoid such upsetting encounters. Spend time on solitary pursuits that build your confidence. A creative project could give you lots of pleasure. Play some music, develop a design or take some photographs. Exercising your imagination can keep stress at bay.

It's very upsetting to deal with an unfair situation. Appeals to the authorities may fall flat. If it's impossible to get them to change the rules, you might want to notify the media. Authority figures tend to sing a different tune at the prospect of negative publicity. Meet with a media savvy Libra to create a strategy. The sooner equality is established, the more productive everyone will become. Defend the underdog. You never know when you'll be in a similar position.

An unpleasant situation at work must be addressed. It's time to confront an oppressive colleague who makes everyone else feel terrible. As you know, there is a difference between constructive criticism and derision. Setting a better tone for office communications is critical. If this bully continues to unleash their wrath on unsuspecting victims, schedule a meeting with the boss. It's hard to feel productive when everyone is afraid to venture an opinion or try something new.

You're not especially interested in being responsible. While you're busy having fun, others will have to pick up your slack. They won't appreciate it when you return looking refreshed and happy. It's important for everyone to shoulder their fair share of the work. If you're dealing with burnout, arrange to trade duties with someone instead of neglecting them altogether. Communication is critical to maintaining supportive relationships.

Disruptions to family life are upsetting. You enjoy returning home after running errands and socialising. Unfortunately, a sick relative or broken appliance will make your domestic environment feel stressful and oppressive. Address this problem as quickly as possible. The longer it persists, the harder it will be to regain your equilibrium. It may be wise to avoid the phone in case your boss calls. The last thing you want is to cut the weekend short for the sake of your job.

You should beware of overanalysing a loved one's behaviour. It's more important to focus on how their behaviour is affecting you. If their negative outlook is rubbing off, you should seek greener pastures. You're a natural optimist. When someone continually rains on your parade, you become tired and despondent. Team up with friends who are always looking for possibilities instead of problems. Positive feedback on a group project makes you excited about the future.

Beware of over eating as a means to avoid troubling emotions. It's better to face a problem, even if an angry argument erupts. You're very resourceful by nature. It upsets you when others waste money, time and materials. Having an impassioned argument with a relative will clear the air. The two of you have very different priorities. The only way to get along is to strike a compromise between saving and spending. It can be done, so long as you treat each other with respect.

It's difficult to contain anger at a thoughtless partner. You're extremely organised and take great pains to strike a careful balance between work and play. When your friend forgets appointments or neglects duties, your whole schedule is thrown off kilter. It's time to have a heart to heart discussion with your loved one. Explain how their inconsiderate actions make you feel. Beware of venting your rage at an unsuspecting child. Being inconvenienced doesn't give you license to mistreat others.

Painful feelings may prompt you to sneak off to a solitary corner. You're tired of dealing with hurtful people. Most of your tormentors have no idea of their effect on you. They're simply insensitive. Although you realise they mean well, that doesn't stop their ignorant comments from weighing on your heart. Fortunately, you have an attentive friend who understands the situation. After nursing your wounds, head out for a relaxing night on the town with your kindred spirit.