It's time to tie up loose ends. Unfortunately, your loved ones are undermining your progress. Every time you get some traction with your duties, someone asks for help. The only way to get anything done will be to sneak off to a private hideaway where you won't be disturbed. Splash out on a babysitter if you require childcare. The sooner you get this list of chores finished, the happier you will be. Once these tasks are out of the way, you can focus on a moneymaking venture.

Financial matters demand your attention. You've always had a good head for money. Unfortunately, even frugal habits won't cover a shortfall. Finding a job that pays more is critical. A friend who promised to help you find a position could fall back on their promise. Resolve to continue this search on your own. It will take time to find an ideal career opportunity, so be patient. Hold out for a job that offers creative satisfaction and decent pay.

After all the work you've accomplished you feel deflated. Take this opportunity to slow down and smell the flowers. If anyone dares question this slower pace, set them straight. You're always willing to spring into action when there's a job to be done. Refusing to slow down, even when things are calm is a waste of valuable energy. Recharging your batteries isn't lazy. It's a smart way of working. Anybody who is frantically moving from activity to activity needs a reality check.

When your anxiety starts to mount, you should slow down. Instead of feeding this nervous energy, starve it. Lighten your pace, breathe deep and centre yourself. Take up a hobby that is soothing. Work involving repetitive motions can be especially relaxing, whether it's knitting a sweater or kneading dough. Someone who is pressuring you to spend money you don't have is not your friend. Stop being polite to this troublemaker. Tell them exactly what you think of their strong arm tactics.

You're not convinced by someone's sob story. Don't feel compelled to lend anyone any money, even if they claim to be in desperate straits. You've always been very generous. This makes you a target for manipulators. There is no reason you should give financial relief to someone who behaves irresponsibly. If you are in a romantic relationship with a person who spends money like it's going out of style, keep separate bank accounts. Pooling your money with theirs will be disastrous.

Don't panic if you have to make an important decision. If you're unhappy with the outcome, you can always make adjustments. Putting pressure on yourself to be perfect is undermining your happiness. Let go and enjoy the ride. Pleasant surprises could occur. Welcoming whimsy into your life will be exhilarating. You're tired of making endless plans in case of an emergency. If you do encounter a dangerous situation, you'll find a way to defuse it. That's the benefit of being a problem solver.

Boredom is your greatest enemy. Don't stir up trouble if you don't see any movement in your personal life. Instead, take this opportunity to tie up loose ends. Return phone calls, run some errands and clean up a storage space. By the time you finish with these time consuming tasks, some exciting options will become available. Forcing events can be disastrous. When life settles down, you owe it to yourself to rest, relax and take stock of your life. This will restore your energy.

The help you want is forthcoming. Sit still and be patient. By staying calm under pressure, you'll survive this storm. There's no question you can benefit from some financial assistance. Getting out of debt will take time, energy and patience. Fortunately, you love a challenge. The prospect of paying all your bills fills you with excitement. If you need a better job, one will arrive. It's just a matter of spreading the word among friends. Eventually, someone will hear of a perfect opportunity for you.

You may not realise it, but you have a big impact on the people you love. Someone who wants to impress you will benefit from quality time together. Set aside a few hours to attend a game, presentation or show of theirs. Your presence will boost their confidence. If you are less than impressed with their efforts, offer constructive criticism. Start your remarks with sincere praise and then offer one or two pieces of advice that can be quickly implemented.

You have something unique to offer the world. If you're unhappy with your current situation, find ways of improving it. This could involve anything from finding a better job to relocating to a different city to devoting more time to a hobby. You've always been a dutiful person. Sometimes your desire to meet obligations keeps you from enjoying yourself to the fullest. Stop telling yourself there is no time for fun. You have a duty to yourself to lead a happy, rewarding life.

It's time to address an imbalance between your personal and professional lives. Spending too much time at work is making you miserable. Stop being so diligent. If your company is short staffed, it's up to your boss to rectify the problem. You shouldn't be expected to work insanely long hours to keep the place afloat. Going on an extended break is strongly advised. This trip will put a dent in your budget. Try not to dwell on your reduced savings. You'll enjoy a change of scenery.

Focusing on family matters is causing stress. As much as you would like to protect your loved ones, it simply isn't possible. Let a relative take the consequences for their mistakes. Continuing to come to their rescue will create a dynamic that is extremely unhealthy. You have your own dreams. It will be difficult to realise these goals when you're always worrying about an irresponsible person. Change your priorities. Let your nearest and dearest become more self sufficient.