Don't be overconfident. There are a few chinks in your armour. An observant rival will hit these places, causing you to stumble. Instead of being self-conscious, take note of the situation. People will become more receptive to you when you own your flaws. You've been blessed with many gifts. This can be very intimidating. Asking for help when you encounter setbacks will cause your popularity to soar. People who are patient and painstaking will take pride in contributing to your success.

You're quite moody, which throws people off balance. Nobody knows if you will greet them with a smile or a snarl. Find an outlet for your emotions. Handicrafts can help achieve the equilibrium you require to succeed. If you're too busy to paint, build furniture or make clothes, prepare for some upheavals. A relative or colleague who has been getting on your nerves will get an earful. You're no longer willing to protect their fragile ego. When venting your anger, don't be cruel.

Beware of a tendency to be argumentative. When you disagree with somebody, it's better to hear them out before contradicting them. Giving the appearance of being open-minded is critical to your reputation. You may totally write off everything a foolish person says, but you shouldn't let your feelings be publicly known. There is a good chance the people around you will choose to back a flawed plan. If this happens, remain silent and go about your business. You'll soon be asked to salvage the disaster.

Don't get too wrapped up in material matters. Your most precious possession is your relationships. Having people who you can trust helps you through good times and bad. You have good instincts about who will be loyal. When you experience difficulty, reach out to your support system. Your nearest and dearest will remind you of what is truly important. Normally, you're the one who cares for others. Be open to receiving tender loving care from the people you've helped.

Egotism and anger are interfering with a close relationship. If you're going to make inroads with someone who truly loves you, it will be necessary to change. Resist the temptation to make every situation all about you. Deferring to your best friend or romantic partner will give insight to their motives. When you understand where your loved one is coming from, you'll be less likely to get upset when they make demands on you. Learning how to manage your hair trigger temper will improve your life.

You're suffering from some serious challenges. Expecting everyone to stop what they are doing to attend to you is unrealistic. If you need extra help, get counselling. Go for a medical consultation. Join a discussion group. Taking ownership of your issues will make your nearest and dearest more sympathetic. When your loved ones see that you are making a sincere attempt to get better, they'll do everything possible to support you. Pattern your behaviour after a personal hero.

You're sick of the status quo, but keep your revolutionary impulses in check. Overthrowing the established order will be more trouble than it is worth. You're better off carving out your own niche. People who share your dislike of the popular scene will soon gravitate to your private corner. Eventually, you will have created a countercultural scene that is the envy of the mainstream. It's more fun to create an alternative scene than destroy the prevailing sensibilities. Establishment types who tease you are secretly jealous.

Using people for personal gain will come back to bite you. There's nothing wrong with being ambitious. Making friends with people simply because they can help you will result in betrayal. If you don't like someone who is in an influential position, don't seek their company. You don't have to be rude, but you shouldn't pretend to feel affection for this individual. Seeking out people purely because they are successful will make you look like an opportunist. Fill your social life with people who delight, inspire and amuse you.

A lack of diplomacy is getting you in trouble. Telling people exactly what you think of them is doing more harm than good. You don't have to be best friends with everyone you meet, but you should work to be more pleasant to everyone. It's fine to have definite opinions. It isn't good to air these impressions in public. You might not be hurt by blunt remarks, but most people are. Use a filter when speaking with colleagues, neighbours and relatives, if only for their sakes.

Anger and resentment is making it difficult to forgive a former friend. You're still suffering the effects of a terrible decision they made. Instead of dwelling on this injustice, move on. Resist the urge to denigrate the person who let you down. Loved ones will be relieved to discuss more interesting subjects. When you become consumed with rage, jot down your feelings in a notebook. These entries can be turned into a compelling screenplay or novel. Powerful emotions can either help or hurt you.

Dwelling too much on superficial matters will result in a lost opportunity. Instead of urging everyone to assume a certain appearance, focus instead on the quality of work. Having a polished image will only take you so far. You're highly innovative. Instead of trying to blend in with the crowd and please the masses, make an appeal to the discerning members of the group. Your original vision will pave the way for a bigger and better assignment. Many will misunderstand your work, but tasteful people will celebrate it.

You're having difficulty being a team player. It's hard for you to ignore incompetence. Instead of drawing attention to everybody's mistakes, start looking for a better position. Collaborating won't be difficult when you're working alongside people who are equally gifted and imaginative. When people ask you about your current job, be diplomatic. Complaining will raise a red flag. It's better to present yourself as a gracious diplomat, even if it makes you feel hypocritical.