If you're struggling coping with a difficult task, admit it. Your fear of appearing vulnerable to others is the source of your problem. Once you admit you could do with some help, things will turn around very quickly. It is often easier to progress, with a little help from your friends.

If a new partner isn't the person you expected them to be, are you willing to accept their flaws? The sooner you come to terms with their shortcomings, the happier this relationship will be. Do you feel as if you and a life-long friend are growing apart? You may have outgrown this friendship. Will the loss be as tragic as it seems?

A redecoration program could turn out to be more costly than expected. It might pay to make small changes over time. The more inventive you are, the more economical you can be. A room can be changed dramatically just by rearranging the furniture or clearing clutter.

Unexpected news will force you to take a long hard look at your life. You had thought you had the next few months planned perfectly. Now this has changed. There are some things you need to discuss with your family but there are others you must decide on for yourself.

The finance or resources you need to keep a volunteer project going could arrive from an unexpected source. Keep your eyes open and be ready to respond to unusual opportunities. Trying to please a pushy boss or demanding friend is an exercise in futility. When are you going to stop letting their opinions affect your decisions?

People aren't likely to show you any respect if you allow them to walk all over you. If you've always agreed to any favour others ask of you, it is time to start telling them no. Think of your image if you are attending interviews or business meetings. Wear something that makes you feel great and this will boost your confidence.

A senior colleague's reluctance to help you out of a quandary will make you angry. You are tempted to remind them of all the times you have put yourself out for them when they needed you. It maybe they sincerely cannot give you the assistance you need. Try not to blame other people for your problems.

Insist that people listen to you. You are determined to stand up for your rights. An authority figure will try to sideline or ignore you; don't let them. Stand firm and persevere until you get the response you need. It is important to fight for what is rightfully yours.

If you feel stifled with new work conditions and you feel these are something you will never get used to, don't suffer in silence. Take your concerns to your boss or a senior colleague who will do something about them. Continuing as you are could eventually affect your health.

An untidy environment is starting to get you down. Your nerves are on end because of all the clutter. If you or a housemate have been trying to tackle a home repair job and your efforts are going nowhere, hire a professional to complete the work. A certain friendship has been draining you of energy. It may be time to cut ties.

A relationship, arrangement or commitment is coming to an end. A chapter in your life is closing. Although you will feel sad to say goodbye to some people, this experience will be far less devastating if you remind yourself of what you have to look forward to. Keep your eyes focused on the future.

Helping new starters settle in to the workplace will take your attention away from work you are supposed to be doing. Having to put down what you are working on so you can show someone the ropes will be a slight inconvenience. Hide your irritation. The more you give of yourself now, the higher your prominence will rise.