It will be necessary to cancel a trip. This is disappointing, but it can't be helped. You can't neglect important responsibilities at work. Once a difficult job has been dispatched, you'll be able to reschedule your vacation. At that point, you'll be able to go away without a care in the world. If you're overdue for a break, visit someplace nearby to home. That way, if you're called in to testify, it won't be a big production. Being flexible will help you endure this difficult situation.

Dealing with a big tax bill or financial loss is stressful. Instead of putting too much emphasis on money, turn your attention to pleasures that money can't buy. Spending time with your romantic partner, communing with nature and lavishing love on your pets will improve your outlook. If your job is hanging in the balance, don't pour all your energy into work. By making time for creative pursuits each day, you'll be inspired to find a secure position that is much better than your current one.

Take extra precautions when dealing with the public. If your temper starts to rise when dealing with a customer or service worker, take deep breaths. Leave the scene if you can. Say a silent prayer. Do whatever it takes to control your anger. The last thing you want is to have a tense interaction recorded and posted on social media. You're a busy person who sometimes places too much importance on dispatching jobs quickly. Instead of fighting to meet a deadline, take things in your stride.

It's important to wear safety equipment when working with dangerous equipment. Although you may look foolish wearing a helmet, goggles and protective gloves, it's a lot better than taking a trip to A & E. Has a job search been frustrating? Take a few deep breaths and change your approach. Instead of personally applying to companies for work, join an employment agency. If the thought of working for another oppressive company gets you down, think about starting your own business.

It's time to address a nagging ache or pain. Although you have a busy schedule, you will have to rearrange it for a medical consultation. Bring a list of medications you currently take to give your doctor the full picture. It will be necessary to cut back your workload to recover. Stop insisting it's more important to make money than rest. You'll do serious damage to your body if you keep operating at a breakneck pace. Accept a relative's offer to run errands or make meals for you.

You're feeling down, regardless of your circumstances. When this happens, it's a sign you must change your routine. Instead of carrying out a predictable regime, mix things up. Engage in a spiritual practice before work. Take a walk through the park on your lunch hour. Treat yourself to a gourmet meal after hours. There's more to you than your job title. By striking a better balance between your personal and professional lives, you'll feel more optimistic. Doors that were once firmly sealed shut will suddenly swing open for you.

Transportation and communication problems will throw a spanner in your schedule. At times like this, it's easier to give up than persist. Postpone a meeting for another day, when traffic isn't so bad or your phone has been repaired. If you are travelling on business and your flight is delayed, think about accepting a voucher to leave on another date, rather than trying to beat the clock. The more flexible you are, the easier it will be to cope with stressful situations.

A financial loss is stopping you from pursuing a lifelong goal. Instead of dwelling on disappointment, build a new dream. Changing gears will be empowering. The simple act of painting a room a cheerful colour, making a delicious meal or digging in the garden will lift your spirits. Your renewed energy will act like a money magnet. Suddenly, lucrative job offers will pour in. You'll find ways to reduce expenses without compromising your standard of living.

Difficulty at work causes your self-confidence to plummet. At times like these, it's important to reach out to friends and relatives who love you unconditionally. Spending time with loved ones will remind you there is more to you than your job title. The professional setbacks you are experiencing can be instructive. If you've been unhappy in your career, think about transitioning to another one. You're a fast learner who can easily adapt to new environments, especially if they're stimulating.

Stop listening to self-defeating thoughts. When you're in a grim mood, fight it like the plague. Listen to uplifting music. Watch funny movies. Spend time with optimistic friends. Your gloom will start to lift when you give your brain positive input. If you're unconfident at work, it's because you lack essential knowledge. Taking a catch-up course will fill the gaps of your knowledge, as well as build your self-esteem. Never be afraid to admit your ignorance and ask for instruction.

Beware of pursuing a friendship with someone simply because they can help you. You dislike such opportunistic behaviour. It's one thing if you have a natural affinity for a person; it's another if you're only interested in their connections. Have you fallen out with an influential expert? Stop trying to get back in their good graces. Instead, focus on improving your own performance. The only way to land the position you want is through sheer talent. Befriending the right people can help, but only marginally.

A fall from grace is a blessing in disguise. If you're fired or downsized, take deep breaths. Do not heap yourself with criticism. Instead, reach out to someone who unconditionally loves you. They'll help you to see the positive side of this upsetting situation. It's possible you would never be able to advance at this company. Instead of lamenting this loss, treat it as an opportunity to advance. Talk with a job recruiter; they'll have some valuable advice about which field to pursue.