A friend could be pushing you to try something new. Be sure to take their advice, as it is rock solid. You have a tendency to sell yourself short, especially where creative endeavours are concerned. You're a lot more artistic than you realise. Try your hand at writing, painting, dancing, or anything else which strikes your fancy. Working with metal may be especially appealing to you. Don't put too much stock into advice from a so called authority figure.

Working independently yields the greatest results. Devote yourself to a project which needs very little supervision. You could have some impressive breakthroughs. If a supervisor is breathing down your neck, ask for some space. The more diplomatic your request, the faster it will be granted. Just because you have more experience in a particular area doesn't mean you will get a promotion. Right now, who you know is more important than what you know.

It may be necessary to push your way to the front of the line, especially where creative endeavours are concerned. An indecisive person needs to be convinced you are the right person for a particular job. The more confident and enthusiastic you are, the better your chances for nabbing the top spot. Beware of becoming compromised in a sticky sexual alliance. If you get involved with somebody who is already in a committed relationship, your reputation will suffer.

You may be running the risk of losing yourself in a relationship. While it's true your friend is an accomplished and intelligent individual, that doesn't mean you should always defer to them. Get back into the habit of asserting your opinions, even at the risk of getting into arguments. Home renovations are favoured. If you can't afford to hire someone to do a particular job, check out some DIY books from the library. You may discover a hidden talent.

Urge others to take control of their lives. For the past few weeks, you've seen friends, neighbours, and colleagues take a defeatist attitude towards the powers that be. With your encouragement, they can make a successful challenge to the status quo. Beware of overindulging in food, alcohol, and drugs, as your system is quite delicate now. Treating your body like a temple will give you the energy to overcome obstacles that would otherwise exhaust you.

If you're not getting the respect you are due, speak up. People will be shocked when you stand in your own defence. Maybe they have the mistaken idea you are a pushover. Nothing could be further from the truth, actually. It's just because you're more interested in getting the job done than engaging in senseless quarrels. Turning the other cheek is starting to affect your own work performance, though. Showing you are a force to be reckoned with will result in a burst of creativity.

You have a lot more energy for your favourite activities. Put work on the back burner and devote yourself to music, movies, and books, in other words, all the things that bring you joy. Family responsibilities feel especially burdensome. Try delegating your duties to other relatives. Alternatively, you may want to hire some part time help as a means to lighten your load. Don't feel guilty about hating these jobs. Anybody in your situation would feel the same.

Retreating to a quiet hideaway will help you recharge your batteries. For the past few weeks, you've been devoting yourself to other people's happiness. Now it's time to attend to your own. Reading, writing, and taking long walks are all favoured. Someone may complain you have failed to honour a promise. That's only half true, they've underestimated the amount of work involved. You shouldn't feel obliged to go above and beyond the call of duty.

Attending a party or social gathering is sure to lift your spirits. You're the type who is energised by others. Heading out with colleagues after hours will foster a spirit of togetherness that will carry over into the office. Don't feel too jealous of someone who has lots more money than you. Their wealth may have become a liability, especially where romance is concerned. You always have to be guarded in relationships when cash is involved.

You're more determined than ever to get ahead in your career. If this means taking a temporary pay cut as a means to get into your desired industry, so be it. Don't let your pride get in the way of accepting a golden opportunity. Starting at the bottom will give you the added advantage of knowing a job inside out. The more exhaustive your knowledge of a particular field, the more valuable you will be to your employer.

Rectifying an unfair situation gives your spirits a lift. You're tired of watching an arrogant authority figure take advantage of their position. By drawing attention to these abuses, you'll put an end to an oppressive situation. Granted, you could make a few hidden enemies along the way, but you'll soon smoke them out. The important thing is to obey your conscience. Looking the other way will only make you complicit in bad behaviour.

A self improvement programme is starting to pay off. You've waited a long time for this result, and need to celebrate. Of course, you shouldn't give yourself a reward which feeds an obsession or compulsion. Turn a deaf ear to a friend who belittles your progress or undermines your success. There's a lot of envy and jealousy around you and you need to rise above it so get together with supportive people who are happy you have come so far.