You hate it when someone tries to control you, but beware of angering an authority figure. Everybody has to follow some rules, even you. When someone refuses your request, accept their decision. Making a scene will only reflect badly on you. Learning to accept defeat will be a valuable life lesson. That's because you'll begin to sympathise with people you once scorned. You never know when unseen influences are stopping somebody advancing. Be a little more generous when assessing others.

Lording your beliefs over others will just cause resentment. It's possible someone in your family has adopted a view that shocks you to the core. Instead of trying to tell them how misguided they are, maintain a respectful silence. Ask questions when you are confused by their statements, but do so in a friendly way. Nobody wants to feel persecuted. By showing respect to others, you'll be given the same consideration. Just imagine what a boring world it would be if everybody thought the same thing.

You're undergoing a life changing transition and you're fighting it with every fibre of your being. Instead of swimming against the tide, move with it. The moment you surrender, the happier you will be. It's never easy saying goodbye to a relationship, job, or home, but sometimes it's necessary. You can't see the big picture now, because you are focused on all the happy memories this past life brought. Your new existence can be joyous, too, but it can't begin until you let go of the old one.

You're expecting too much from a partner and it is taking a toll on your relationship. Stop issuing demands and start asking what you can do to make things better. If your friend or lover has done something to betray you, it may be better to break ties altogether, rather than heap them with continual guilt trips. Your anger is beginning to spoil your good looks. Let go of your hostility so your natural beauty can return.

An odious daily routine is weighing on your heart. It's starting to feel like you're carrying out a prison sentence, instead of leading the life of a free and happy person. You simply can't go on this way. Get help from your relatives, neighbours and friends. Apply to government, religious and educational agencies for funding. Do whatever it takes to lighten your load. If you keep working at this rate, you'll drop from exhaustion. Make some room in your schedule for a hobby that gives you pleasure.

Don't treat a child like an extension of yourself. The two of you are very different people. The sooner you accept this, the better your relationship will be. If your young friend expresses an interest in a pursuit that utterly bores you, remain supportive. It's better for a youngster to obey their impulses than to just obediently follow in your footsteps. Think back to a time when an adult tried to impose their needs onto you. Did this help or hurt you? Think before you answer.

A relative will try to commit emotional blackmail. Don't take the bait. You're an extremely kind and considerate person. Giving up your desires to satisfy someone else is a mistake. Healthy relationships don't involve threats, ultimatums and manipulations. If you have had difficulty with romantic relationships, it may be due to this family member. Stop giving this troublemaker access to the things you hold dear. This will just give them more ammunition to hurt you. It's time you learned to protect your heart.

Try not to be too cynical. While it's true you've experienced some terrible disappointments, that shouldn't stop you pursuing your dreams. It may take some time to get over an unsettling setback or even a shocking blow. Nobody will blame you for sneaking off to a quiet hideaway, where you can lick your wounds in private. Once you recover, you'll be able to accept a new challenge. You're too talented to relinquish your dreams. Reach out to a sympathetic friend if events threaten to overwhelm you.

Don't use money or status to influence someone. If you want to win someone's heart, you should do it through charm, intelligence and humour. Great displays of wealth and status will just make you look desperate. It's possible the object of your affection will opt for a more prosperous suitor. Try not to take their choice as a reflection of your own worth. There are plenty of fish in the sea. Hold out for one who loves the real you.

Stop insisting on doing things your own way. Take someone else's advice for a change. Better yet, let another person take charge of an emotionally fraught situation. A relative who is shy and retiring will turn out to be a great peacemaker. You're very good at creating order, but less talented at promoting harmony. Admit your shortcomings. There are worse things than yielding the reins of power. Besides, exchanging your lead role for a supporting one will give you more time for fun.

A challenging statement makes you very angry. Normally, it's easy to keep your emotions under control. This situation is a little different. Someone is questioning your outlook, accusing you of prejudice or favouritism. That's an accusation you cannot abide. You've always prided yourself on taking a rational approach to life. Considerations like race, gender and sexual orientation don't matter a jot to an objective person like you. Be willing to face down your accuser and set them straight.

Resist the urge to manipulate a friend away from a certain path. You're afraid of losing them to a new relationship, job, or home. While there is a risk of growing apart, it would be unwise to discourage your loved one from making a change. It's time for them to move forward. There is a season for everything. Clinging stubbornly to a phase of life just causes stagnation and heartache. Stop being so possessive and venture into the unknown. Something fabulous awaits you.