Don't feel too sorry for someone who is in a position of power. They've used their influence for personal gain and now it's caught up with them. You don't have to be nasty to them, but you keep at arm's length. Letting such a manipulative individual into your social circle will be disastrous. While it's true they have good contacts that could be beneficial to you, it would be better to get ahead on your own. Rely on your talent, skills and experience for professional advancement.

It's difficult to achieve the intimacy you want. Letting down your guard with a friend or partner is challenging. You might want to get counselling for this issue. There may be a valid reason why you're distrustful. You might be associating with people who haven't respected your privacy. Forming a reliable support network should be your first order of business. Explore how you can be doing this. It's possible you are carrying out a legacy from childhood. Turn the page.

You don't have control of a professional situation. An abusive employer won't stop their toxic behaviour. Unfortunately, you're forced to deal with the consequences. Instead of enduring this miserable situation, you should look for another job. It will take time to find a position, so be patient. Don't let your desire to escape one bad circumstance lead you to a worse one. You deserve to work for someone who appreciates you and is prepared to pay you handsomely for what you do.

You long for a chance to break out of your shell, but that isn't possible now. There's lots of work to be done. If you abandon it now, you'll cause problems for friends, relatives and colleagues alike. Tune out distractions and concentrate on what needs to be done. Put time sensitive tasks at the top of your list and work your way down. If you're too exhausted to press on, take a nap. You'll feel refreshed after getting some much needed sleep. When you're busy, you tend to neglect your health.

Someone who owes you money isn't able to pay it back. It may be best to write off this loss and look for another source of income. Let this be a lesson about giving money to others. Unless you're prepared to offer it as a gift, you should never mix finance with friendship. If you're living with your romantic partner, keep your money separate. Don't guarantee loans or purchase high priced items together. If you break up, you will have little recourse in recouping your expenses.

A close relationship is showing signs of strain. Your partner isn't sharing the load and it's starting to affect your health. Sit down and have a serious discussion about finances. If your amour is sick and can't hold a job, it may help to get some public assistance. Don't let pride get in the way of getting help. Everyone has times when they're down on their luck. When this happens, it's important to open your heart, not close it. There will be an opportunity to repay this gift.

It's difficult to find work. Try not to get discouraged when applying for jobs. Find different venues for seeking employment. Joining a temporary agency, expanding your social network and volunteering at a non-profit organisation are all good ways for improving your prospects. It may not be enough to submit a CV. Your greatest asset is your sparkling personality. Use it to open doors and attract job offers. Many employers would be happy to have you represent their company.

You have a chance to raise your income, but it won't be easy. It's hard tearing yourself away from a promising romance. Spending time with an attentive admirer is glorious, but it is keeping you from pursuing moneymaking opportunities. Pull back and adjust your focus. If you hear of a lucrative job, do everything in your power to land it. Update your CV, gather your references and practice your interviewing skills. There will be plenty of time to mate and relate later.

Something of personal importance will not work in your favour. This is a terrible disappointment, but it can't be helped. A jealous relative will be pleased with the outcome, which deepens your pain. Try not to get discouraged. You'll have other opportunities to realise a dream. Treat this setback as a character test. If you accept the situation with grace and dignity, you'll attract unexpected opportunities that will put you on a new path. This could be a blessing in disguise.

You have a deep need for rest and privacy. Unfortunately, you have a tendency to push through exhaustion for the sake of work. Don't make that mistake now, or you will suffer the consequences. Clear your schedule, sneak off to a quiet retreat and let yourself dream. You may be surprised to discover you are suffering from a health problem. Go for a consultation now, while it's a minor issue. Neglecting this ache or pain could make it more serious. That's not a risk you should take.

Attending a wedding or birthday party can be an expensive business. If you don't have the funds for a lavish gift, make one. You're extremely creative and can craft something unique that is from the heart. Anyone who dares criticise your offering doesn't deserve a present. These days, there's a great deal of pressure to project an image of affluence. Buying in to such pretence causes a great deal of misery. Stop pretending and embrace your circumstances. You'll be happier if you're true to yourself.

An exciting work assignment isn't all it is cracked up to be. Instead of being allowed to practice your creative talent, you'll be given thankless jobs nobody else wants. Speak in your own defence. If you don't stand up for yourself, nobody else will. If it looks like your duties will not change, look for another position. Continue to do the bare minimum for your present employer while you look for a better opportunity. Do plenty of research into a new company before agreeing to work for it.