There's no way around it today: you have to make sacrifices for the sake of others. Children especially need your time and attention. Resist the urge to buy their affection with expensive games or toys. Playing sports or going out together will break down the barriers that currently exist between you. Be sensible.

Confrontation is not your strong suit, but you have to stand up to a bully in a public forum. Otherwise, this person will continue to chip away at your confidence until you are unable to perform well. Don't be surprised if folks come up and congratulate you after taking a stand. They've been suffering in silence, too.

Feelings of guilt and remorse are taking a toll on your health: it's time to take action. Whether that means forgiving yourself or coming to terms with the past is up to you. You can make up for your mistakes by helping others less fortunate than you. Join a volunteer organisation that is meaningful to you.

Spending limited resources on a treat whether for you or your loved ones isn't worth it. Make your money work for you; look into investments. At the very least, put a portion of your income into savings. There's no better way to honour all the hard work you've performed over the years than to watch it mounting up for your future financial security.

A demanding relationship is helping you to ignore personal problems that have plagued you since your youth. Maybe it's time to spend some time on your own. A little privacy will allow you to reassess your priorities. Fears that were instilled by your parents or upbringing are preventing you from pursuing a life that's satisfying to you.

You'll never make any progress if you continually berate yourself, so quit while you're ahead. True, your efforts will seem a little amateurish at first, but that's to be expected. You need practice before entering the big leagues. Until you learn to love the process as much as the results, you'll always feel stressed.

Carelessness with cash is causing you undue anxiety; how come you haven't created a savings plan yet? Fear of money is really a reflection of low self worth and esteem. Make an appointment with a financial consultant on how you can make the most of your resources. It's easier than you think, and you'll feel better, too.

The mixed messages you're getting from a boss or employer is doubling your work load. It's time to confront this person before you drop the ball. This will set off some fireworks, but something has got to be done. Blow off steam with a friend who is not a colleague today. There is life outside your office or job!

Until you admit you have a few hang-ups of your own, a sexual assignation won't get off the ground. Stop picking on your partner and start working on yourself. You may be amazed to discover how much you can do to improve an affair or relationship single-handedly. Watch those snap judgements and intolerant attitudes of yours...

Money could be a problem, but resist the urge to borrow funds from friends. You can't put a price tag on emotional support. The answer to your problem could be adding a second string to your bow, if only on a temporary basis. Pulling yourself out of this hole on your ownsome will only serve to increase your confidence.

Why put limits on your success level? You can climb straight to the top of your chosen profession if you want. You work best when calling your own shots. Take a class to improve your management or computer skills. Slowly but surely, you'll gain the confidence you need to grab that plum position. Do it for yourself.

People underestimate your abilities, mostly because you're so modest about your accomplishments. Assert yourself more often, especially with pushy people who tend to talk over you. Eventually, they'll get the message that you're a force to be reckoned with. Beneath that lamb-like exterior beats the heart of a lion!