You've always been a hard worker but it's important to have a rewarding personal life, too. You've put a lot into your work and other responsibilities lately and this means you can now afford to take some time off. Travel for pleasure will lift your spirits.

An issue causing contention could drag on for a long time when you find yourself up against someone who is as obstinate as you can be. Ask more questions, do a little more delving and you could discover something that will help you bring a swift ending to this argument.

Someone has been deliberately provoking you by making statements with the intention of upsetting you. Their comments don't sit well with your main beliefs and principles but don't rise to the bait. Maintain your poise and agree that everyone has a right to their own opinion and yours happens to differ considerably from theirs.

Curb a possessive tendency. A recent upsetting event will have left you feeling insecure and uncertain about some relationships. If you cling too tightly to a new partner or close friend you could drive them away. Balance is the key in all relationships. A balance between focusing on your own life and spending time with those you care for.

Talks with an older relative will inspire you to want to discover more about your family history. A knowledgeable friend will give you a few tips on how you can go about this. The more confident you feel about a job you take on, the less chance there will be of you making mistakes.

Set goals and start pushing forward to the place you want to be. You will gain more respect in the workplace or in a group situation when people see you are being assertive. Dreaming of what could be if only' will not get you anywhere. Take steps towards your goal.

It is time to make a stand. You've been too helpful, too obliging and too kind to someone and now they are taking advantage of your good nature. Rather than appreciating all you do for them, they seem to expect it of you now. You prefer peaceful relationships but you also believe in fairness for all and currently, someone isn't being fair on you at all.

You have done more than enough for someone who has been relying on you a lot lately. Obligations to family and friends are starting to feel suffocating. To reduce your responsibilities will mean having to tell someone you are no longer willing to assume their financial and other obligations. They won't be pleased but that's their problem.

It may seem unfair that you have to continue to shoulder some burdens alone. The help you need will not be available. A difficult project will be completed and you should celebrate this achievement. Through taking on the work alone, you have gained new skills and knowledge. Your superiors will come to appreciate your resourcefulness.

Activities you used to enjoy are starting to lose their charm. What you could really do with now is to find new ways to express your creativity. Make some time to paint, write or learn to play a musical instrument. Put yourself first today. Work to satisfy yourself and not others.

Exercise can help stave off feelings of frustration or anxiety. Efforts to keep fit will help ease stress and tension. Thinking of all you have to do will only make you feel more overwhelmed. Whether it is a walk in the park, a relaxing spa treatment or a gourmet meal, do something that brings you happiness.

Someone who is impressed by your creative skills will offer you a job or plum assignment. You will reach heights you never thought possible of yourself. Don't let an envious colleague's snide remarks bother you. This is their immature way of trying to get attention and no one is impressed by their malicious behaviour.