Beware of deferring to your business or romantic partner too much. If you always push your feeling aside for their sake, you'll become very resentful. It will be impossible to sustain a good relationship with this sort of dynamic. The next time your friend makes unreasonable demands, put your foot down. Assert your own needs. Be willing to renegotiate an arrangement that no longer works for you. You don't have to be aggressive, but you should stand up for yourself.

You lack the confidence to promote a worthy idea. Talk to a friend who has a gift for sales. Make your pitch to them and ask for pointers on making it better. Their advice will surprise you. Instead of discounting their suggestions, try them. You'll notice people becoming much more receptive. You can gather lots of factual evidence to back up your claims, but unless you present them in an engaging way, your proposal will fall flat. Summon up your enthusiasm.

This isn't a good time to go on a shopping trip. Conserving your resources will help you cover an emergency expense. If you're dating someone who always expects you to pay for your outings, it's time for a talk. There's no reason you should bear the entire economic burden for this romance. Are you in a serious partnership? Talk with your amour about ways to save money. Continually struggling to pay the bills will take a toll on your relationship. Don't court trouble when you can avoid it.

Don't be afraid of competition. Even if a rival does outperform you, there will be benefits from this experience. You'll get a better idea of where you have to improve. By getting more practice and perfecting your techniques, you'll move to the head of the class. You'll also earn the respect of your peers. Having natural talent isn't enough to succeed; you must continually develop it. The results will be gradual but gratifying. When you fall short of your expectations, give yourself credit for trying.

Beware of what you post on social media. If someone shares personal news with you, keep it private. The last thing you want is to accidently go public with privileged secrets. The same principle applies to responding to provocative comments. Anybody who posts derogatory or insulting remarks should be blocked. Don't get drawn into an argument. By conducting yourself with grace and composure, supporters will flock to your side. There is already lots of negativity on the Internet.

Throwing money at problems will not solve them. If you're going to overcome a setback, you will have to do it through hard work. Devising a different set of rules and creating a more equitable way of dividing labour will help. You'll have to argue with people who are benefitting from the status quo. The more you point out the basic injustice of the current arrangement, the less they will be able to argue. Nobody likes being exposed for being a slacker.

Family responsibilities are undermining your progress. Instead of giving up on a dream, simply postpone it. There will come a time when you're able to pour your heart and soul into this enterprise. Right now, you must focus on getting the best care possible for a relative. Do extensive research into your options. After exploring the possibilities, a clear choice will emerge. Don't let anyone make you feel guilty for your choice. You're the only one who knows the intricacies involved.

An unequal relationship is draining your resources. It's time to adjust your focus. Instead of being at the beck and call of your business or romantic partner, serve your own needs. Make some demands of your own. Above all, do not drop what you are doing for their benefit. Loyalty has always been important to you. While your faithfulness is admirable, it has not been returned. Until you receive some of the consideration you have given, you should put yourself first.

Beware of getting dragged into someone else's personal life. A friend thinks you are the perfect confidante. Whilst their faith in you is flattering, you'd rather not hear the sordid details of a troubled relationship. Set some clear boundaries. The sooner you explain you are not open to talking about these matters, the better. It's hard to respect someone who is always describing private issues in excruciating detail. As far as you're concerned, this is far too much information.

Living up to a public image is challenging. People see you as having all the answers. When you're unsure how to proceed, they become nervous. Instead of yielding to pressure and pretending to be in control, you should admit your confusion. Ask others to help you figure out a difficult situation. At first, you'll be met with shocked silence. Once everybody realises you are serious, they'll come together in a spirit of harmony, offering to develop a solution. Team work is the name of the game.

If you're going to earn a decent salary, you must acquire advanced skills. You may have had cutting edge knowledge a few years ago, but you have to update your abilities. Studying with a demanding teacher will be more challenging than you expect. In the past, you were always the brightest student in the classroom. Now you face some stiff competition. The only way you will achieve the top spot is through hard work and dedication. Form a study group with similarly ambitious peers.

Trying to keep up with your friends is an expensive prospect. Stop accepting invitations to costly outings. If anyone accuses you of being antisocial, explain you are saving money. You want to put your money into things that are personally meaningful. Eating at gourmet restaurants and going to nightclubs is fine for some, but it's not your style. You'd rather use your hard earned cash to travel and fund creative projects. People who truly care about you will respect your priorities.