Learning about the world through travel and study is worth your time. When you see how other people live, you'll have greater compassion for them. You'll also gain a deeper appreciation for the blessings you often ignore. Best of all, you'll enjoy venturing into unknown territory, whether physical or intellectual. You've always been a pioneer. That's why it's so important for you to leave familiar vistas from time to time. Always knowing what is around the corner dulls your creative edge.

Investing in yourself is critical. Whether this means making a weekly contribution to a savings account, taking a course to advance your career or upgrading your wardrobe is immaterial. The important thing is to put your energy towards an area of life that needs improvement. Don't listen to negative people who think you're wasting your resources. They are scared to contemplate what will happen when you finally realise your potential. Keep reaching for the stars.

Express gratitude to your nearest and dearest. Although it feels like you have the weight of the world on your shoulders, other people have been working hard to lighten your load. Pause for a few moments and reflect on all the kindness you've received. Whether it's a home cooked meal, a clean home, a steady income or a reduced workload, it's important to give thanks for loving gestures. The next time you feel tempted to criticise your best friend or romantic partner, offer a compliment instead.

It's important to take breaks while you're working. Stop telling yourself you are too busy to take a walk, enjoy a cup of tea or cuddle your pets. Unless you get some rest and relaxation, the quality of your work will suffer. While you're at it, set tighter limits on your work load. If your boss keeps giving you more responsibilities, slow down. Let some projects fall through the cracks. When it becomes obvious that one person can't handle all this responsibility, things will change.

Projecting self-confidence is half the battle in life. If you feel like you don't have an adequate background or training, take this opportunity to fill the gaps of your knowledge. Studying with a demanding teacher will be a worthwhile challenge. Dedicate yourself to earning top marks. You'll have to skip several parties and dates, but the sacrifice is worth it. You're tired of feeling like you're three steps behind everyone else. Once you know what you're doing, your work will improve by leaps and bounds.

It's important to treat your home like a sanctuary. If there's a lot of fighting and dissention there, you'll develop a distaste for your surroundings. Think about what you can do to create a tranquil habitat. It can be as simple as painting the rooms a more soothing colour or complex as finding a place of your own. Continuing to subject yourself to a toxic environment won't do you any good. Take the bull by the horns and make some changes. You'll be delighted with the results.

Your communication skills are getting stronger. Instead of appealing to the vanity of your audience, you give them the straight facts. This allows them to make up their own minds without any manipulation. You'll be surprised to discover how many people support your proposal as a result of this method. These days, sales pitches are part of life. All this advertisement is tiresome. What is really refreshing is when someone plainly states what they want. Take this approach; you'll find it successful.

Developing a better attitude about money is the best way to attract wealth. Instead of treating cash like it is distasteful, think about all the wonderful things it can do. You can use it to nourish yourself, give shelter to your family and indulge in creature comforts. Increasing your income will give you a greater measure of freedom. It will also allow you to support causes that are close to your heart. Stop doubting your ability to earn a fortune. Welcome abundance into your life.

People will take you seriously when you stop behaving in an irreverent manner. Although you've never been a stuffy traditionalist, it is important to command respect when leading a group. Make sure to bolster your relaxed management style with substance. When you notice someone isn't pulling their weight, reprimand them for it. Demand better results from a department that has been resting on its laurels. Always praise those who go above and beyond the call of duty.

You will welcome time out to be alone with your thoughts. Many people rely on your talent. While it's nice to be needed, you need time to yourself from your busy schedule to turn your attention inward. This will make it easier to cope with stress and render difficult decisions. Instead of looking to others for affirmation, you'll use your intuition as a guiding force. All the answers you seek lie within. Practice listening to your inner monologues; they are very informative.

Feedback from your peers will be helpful. Be prepared to hear some painful truths. Although it's hard to admit you are weak in certain areas, be willing to face the facts. It's the only way you'll ever improve. Although you get along well with people from different walks of life, you have a tendency to be aloof. Learning to be more warm and generous will improve your work relationships. Don't worry; you can still maintain a boundary between your personal and professional lives.

Having a dream career takes hard work and sacrifice. Fortunately, you are up to the task. You're tired of taking orders from people who don't know what they are doing. Moving into a field filled with talented, competent individuals will be a revelation. You'll have to pay your dues. Don't hesitate to accept an entry level job that doesn't pay very well. You'll soon get a series of promotions when your boss discovers how ambitious you are. Be forthright about your goals.