Family members are wearing on your nerves. You're tired of their well intentioned interference. It's time to establish some healthy boundaries, even at the risk of an angry confrontation. You have a right to a private life, no matter what your relatives say. Be willing to follow up on an ultimatum. When your kin realise you're serious, they will back off. Be courteous to a rude authority figure at work. Exhibiting grace under fire will win you a lot of friends.

Take precautions when travelling. If you're going on a trip, you might want to take out an insurance policy. That way, you won't lose any money if your luggage is lost or you're forced to cancel hotel reservations at the last minute. It will be hard to see eye to eye with someone who grew up with a very different belief system. Instead of trying to convert each other, be tolerant. You can operate as partners without agreeing on the meaning of life.

Don't take too much for granted. Money and favours have been coming in quite easily, but that won't always be the case. Pause to express your appreciation for the small pleasures in life, like loyal friends, a roof over your head and a full stomach. So many people in the world lack these basics. Try not to confuse lust with love. Having a good physical connection with someone doesn't necessarily translate to an emotionally satisfying relationship. Tread with caution.

Resist the urge to overindulge in food and drink. Force yourself to take a little exercise, even if it's just a brisk walk at lunch. Being physically active will help you move past an upsetting emotional situation. You have more options than you realise. Pattern your behaviour after a professional mentor who is always making lemonade out of lemons. You have the same ability. It's just a matter of refusing to listen to your inner critic. Your prospects are only as good as you decide they are.

Resist the urge to indulge in a martyr complex. If nobody is giving you credit for all the hard work you've done, it's because they're focused on their own responsibilities. Find things to do that offer more spiritual fulfilment. It's the only way to combat feelings of neglect. You may be tempted to drown your sorrows in rich food and intoxicating drink. This will only compound your depression. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off and refuse to give in to self pity.

Don't neglect responsibilities towards friends. If you promised to help someone revamp their CV or pack up their belongings, follow through. It may mean cancelling some fun plans, but it can't be helped. Others have made sacrifices for you in the past. Now it's time to return the favour. A shameless flirt has been leading you down the garden path. The sooner you demonstrate their behaviour has no effect on you, the faster you will emerge the victor of these mind games.

Don't try to push people around. You don't want to create resentment among the ranks. It will be easier to move up the ladder of success if you make friends at every level of the organisation. Your family isn't very supportive of your ambition. They think you have a swelled head. Maybe it is true you should put your feet back on the ground. There are more important things than having the corner office. Never underestimate the importance of a happy home.

Extreme beliefs will create conflict in a public forum. Resist discussing sensitive topics like religion, politics and race. You'll just start an argument that can never be resolved. There are more important things on your agenda than getting your point across. Disappointing news about a house sale will reach your ears. You might have to look for another place to live. Alternatively, a bid you made for a piece of property could be rejected. Stay positive and look for the silver lining to this cloud.

Litigation over taxes or inheritances can cause lots of stress. You just want to settle a financial dispute, but a rival won't allow it. You'll have to see this matter through to the end, even if you have to hire a lawyer and go to court. Cut back on creature comforts. Having a little extra money in reserve will be helpful. Shouting over opponents won't work. It's better to keep your mouth shut and eyes open. You'll hear something valuable that can be used to your advantage later.

Stay kind and courteous when dealing with the people around you. Trying to understand the background or cultural forces that have moulded people will pave the way for a smooth relationship. If you happen to make a faux pas, just issue a sincere apology. A hypercritical business or romantic partner is making you self conscious. Don't endure belittling comments a second longer. You deserve better treatment. Head for greener pastures if you aren't getting the proper respect.

Don't neglect your work responsibilities, even if you are overwhelmed. Your colleagues will resent your irreverent attitude and refuse to pick up the slack. Trying to hide in some secluded part of the office won't work. Someone who needs your approval will just come and find you. Resign yourself to keeping your nose to the grindstone. The weekend is right around the corner. At that point, you can drop what you're doing and get some rest and relaxation.

Large financial losses will result from an impulsive gamble. Instead of buying lottery tickets or making investments, keep your money safe in the bank. Even a sure thing will fall through at the last minute. Friends won't be very supportive of your economic struggles. It's possible you owe someone some money. If that's the case, make every effort to pay this debt back as soon as possible. You may not realise it, but your loved one had to make quite a few sacrifices to make this loan.