A health concern will force you to reduce your work load. This is incredibly frustrating for you, because you love being busy. If you don't slow down, a minor problem will become a major concern. Stay in bed, even if you can't fall asleep. Resting your body will give you a chance to recover from whatever is ailing you. You might have to get a second opinion about this condition if it persists. Your wellbeing is precious; don't neglect it.

Upsetting news from a friend will cause you to change your entire routine. It may be necessary to leave work early to visit hospital or take care of someone's pets. Stay calm. Your reassuring presence will make this difficult transition much easier. There's a reason you are the first person everyone calls when there is an emergency. People know they can rely on you to maintain stability during stressful times like these. Give yourself a reward for being so helpful.

A career opportunity will arrive, but it's probably best to turn it down. This job may require constant travel, which will impede time with family. Although you yearn to advance, this just isn't the right position at this particular juncture. Try not to resent your relatives for holding you back. The Universe is tempting you for a reason. It is forcing you to reconsider your values and make a renewed commitment to your nearest and dearest. Do the right thing.

Legal papers won't come through in time, causing a last minute scramble. A trip or business deal isn't meant to be. Instead of dwelling on what might have been, look to the future. You'll have to scale back your dreams and opt for a more practical way of doing things. This is a bitter disappointment for an ambitious person like you. Remember there is more to life than worldly success. Sustaining loving relationships and maintaining your health should be your main priorities right now.

A cash flow problem will be cause for concern. You may be denied a grant, loan or scholarship, putting you in a difficult situation. Instead of moving forward with an expensive plan of action, you'll have to change direction. This is a bitter pill to swallow, but it can't be helped. The best revenge will be a clever use of existing resources. By building bricks from straw, you'll impress the people who matter most and wrong foot your rivals. Summon your courage and defy the odds.

Your romantic partner, creative collaborator or business partner needs help you can no longer give. It may be best to part ways so each of you can forge a happier future. Don't let bitterness settle into your heart. Instead, allow yourself to grieve and be good to yourself. Stop holding yourself to impossible standards. Sleep late when you can, spend time on favourite hobbies and enjoy some comfort food. Slowly but surely, you will recover from this shock and resume your normal pace.

It feels like you're treading on thin ice at work. Your supervisor may not like the fact you or your colleagues are getting preferential treatment, resulting in dismissal. If you're unemployed, finding a new job has been difficult. Try not to let these setbacks undermine your confidence. You might be able to make money through freelance and temporary assignments. Your income won't be as impressive as it has been in the past, but it's better to be earning something while looking for the perfect position.

It's time to give a youngster an ultimatum. Indulging bad behaviour is making everyone unhappy. Strong, consistent boundaries will put an end to tantrums. If this means cancelling a fun outing or suspending a privilege, so be it. Turn a deaf ear to emotional outbursts. It's difficult for a sensitive person like you to endure such displays, but you must think in terms of what is best for the whole family. It isn't healthy to give one person so much control.

There's lots of hard work that must be performed on the home front. Repairing the plumbing or electricity will be costly and inconvenient. Resist the temptation to cut corners. Call in a seasoned professional. Their fee will be steep, but at least the work will be sound. A hypercritical relative will find fault in how you conduct this chore. Turn a deaf ear to these unhelpful remarks. Concentrate instead on doing the best you can with limited resources.

You'll be given a host of new responsibilities, causing your already full plate to overflow. Although you're usually very strict about meeting deadlines, this diligence will fall by the wayside. You only have one pair of hands and it will be impossible to finish all the work you've been given within the allotted time frame. If anyone dares complain, shoot them a withering look. Everybody knows you never drag your feet when it comes to work. That's why you've been handed this challenge.

Your current income isn't sufficient to cover your bills. What seems like a lucrative job won't bring in much hard cash. Stay calm and make another plan. Part of the problem is you are too generous with others. If you've been covering an unemployed relative's expenses, this has to stop. Your first priority is to yourself. By pooling your money, you'll be able to make a dent in your bills. Contact your creditors to extend a payment deadline or reduce your interest rate.

You've bitten off more than you can chew and now you are paying the price. Too many people are relying on you for goods, services and instruction. It's time to cut the cord. Your reputation will suffer in the short term, but that's better than collapsing from exhaustion. When emotions threaten to overwhelm you, take deep breaths and retreat to a quiet hideaway. Leave work early, go straight home, put on your pyjamas and get into bed. This is no time to push yourself.