Trust your instincts about making money. A freelance work assignment or lucrative job could fall into your lap. This position will make you feel like you're getting paid to have fun. That's a welcome change of pace. Lately, you've been jumping through hoops for an employer who is never satisfied. Working for someone who admires and appreciates your talent will boost your energy. Don't be surprised when you have more energy for social and romantic pursuits.

Your emotions are close to the surface, especially when dealing with family. Someone you have always admired could let you down. Failing to take a courageous stance will cause you to look at this relative in a different light. This proves it is unhealthy to put anyone on a pedestal. Instead of taking a dim view of humanity, turn your focus inward. Being more compassionate will make you a better friend, colleague or neighbour. You should also be more forgiving about your own mistakes.

Keeping a dream diary can be enlightening. Your subconscious is trying to tell you something. A desire for intellectual stimulation could manifest itself as dreams about taking tests or being back at school or even discovering a secret room in your house. Stop talking about these plans and put them in motion Signing up for a course may seem daunting, but your anxiety will ease after attending the first session. You'll hit it off with a warm, encouraging instructor who admires your intense curiosity.

A social gathering could be a lot more fun than you expect. Resist the temptation to stay home alone. Mixing with caring, creative people will bring out the best in you. If you've been looking for work, spread the word among friends, relatives and neighbours. You might even want to describe your ideal work situation on a social media site. When it comes to work, whom you know is just as important as what you know. Send out some feelers.

A strong drive for achievement prompts you to work harder than ever before. You want to be recognised as an expert in your field. This means putting in more hours, taking additional classes and exploring new territory. Never rest on your laurels. If you're unhappy with your career, it may be because you're in the wrong field. You will thrive in an industry that is stable, lucrative and financially sound. Dealing with constant emergencies will undermine your natural enthusiasm for life.

Spiritual pursuits can give you the strength to deal with a difficult situation. Whether you're dealing with a financial shortage or troubled relationship, you will survive and thrive. Make a list of ten things that give you pleasure. Make a commitment to enjoying these activities on a regular basis. When you become more assertive about your needs, other problems resolve themselves. Take control of your life. Trying to make others happy is causing a lot of unnecessary sadness and stress.

Pooling your money with a group of friends will allow you to launch a business or creative venture. Stop making excuses for standing still. The longer you delay plans, the harder it will be to get them off the ground. Working with other idealistic people brings out the best in you. You're good at handling public relations, while your friends are good at other areas like accounting, organisation and promotion. Find a way to make your talents work together like a well oiled machine.

A close relationship gives you the courage to try something new. If you're tired of your current job, think about moving into another industry. Although you're reclusive by nature, you work very well with the public. That's because you're able to assume a persona which has nothing to do with your private self. People don't have the power to hurt you when you're playing a part. Entering a glamorous field will appeal to your love of luxury and beauty. Let your inner superstar shine.

Pay careful attention to any signals your body has been sending. Taking care of a nagging ache or pain is critical to your health and happiness. There's no reason to grit your teeth and underplay pain. A talented health professional will be able to pinpoint the source of the trouble. You will have to change your daily routine to heal. This will be annoying at first, but dig in your heels. By altering the way you eat, sleep and exercise, you'll feel so much better.

Developing a creative project will be rewarding. You're tired of focusing on money and status all the time. Whether you make a cake, plan a garden or construct a piece of furniture is immaterial. The important thing is to put your hands to work. Someone younger may be interested in this project and offer to help. Give them simple tasks like measuring flower, separating seed packets or doing a toolkit check. You could pave the way for a lifelong passion.

Spending time at home will put you in touch with some repressed emotions. A desire for companionship is becoming stronger and stronger. Don't be afraid to wear your heart on your sleeve. If you've developed a crush on someone, ask for a date. If a committed relationship has lost its lustre, work on bringing it back to life. Have you been arguing with your best friend? Extend an olive branch. You don't need to agree on everything. Stop trying to convert your loved one.

Running errands, returning phone calls and setting schedules will keep you busy. You can't afford to kick back and relax. Important work is beckoning and you must be prepared to tackle it. Stock up on supplies, confer with experts and make appointments. Keep a close eye on your calendar. The last thing you want to do is forget an important meeting. If you're going on a job interview, prepare everything you need the night before. Assemble your outfit and print out a copy of your CV.