Disagreements over joint finances cause you to bristle with anger. You can't bully someone into giving you what you want, so you'll have to compromise instead. Accepting a greater measure of responsibility than you'd like is the only way to get your fair share of the profits. Never fear; this situation will change over time. Meanwhile, you've got to demonstrate that you're willing to bend in order to make this association work.

You can't help but be jealous of a partner who is getting all the attention now. And while it is tiresome to be the practical one all the time, you've got to take some risks in order to break out of this mould. Resist the urge to come to your friend's rescue every time they've overstepped their boundaries. Stop defending them when they've offended others. Above all, start putting your own daring plans into action.

Health problems due to overwork or nervous strain could be a problem. You've got to slow your pace or disaster will ensue. When is the last time you spent the day by yourself? Clear your schedule of meetings, parties, and appointments. Fill your time with leisurely activities that help you to reconnect with your soul. A trip to the country, a visit to the library, or a delicious nap can recharge your batteries.

A child who is hard to control wears on your last nerve today. It's hard not to be snappish and angry, especially when you're forced to be the bad guy all the time. Part of the problem is you are tired of catering to these youthful whims. You want somebody to baby you for a change. Do yourself a favour and hire a babysitter, then head out for a day of pleasure. It's long overdue!

Domestic dramas prevent you from giving work your full attention. It's simply not realistic to undertake heavy career responsibilities right now. Spending quality time with children or setting boundaries with quarrelsome relatives should be your first order of business. And while you resent being torn away from your duties this way, you have to admit that you've been neglecting your home life. Adjust the balance between your public and private lives.

Transportation problems and technical foul-ups make you irritable. Give yourself plenty of extra time to accomplish tasks, for you're going to need it. A smug know-it-all especially gets on your nerves. Don't let this person underplay your contributions. You'll win lots of respect by standing up to their bullying. It's even possible that you'll be rewarded with a leadership position as a result of your bold outburst.

You can't be too careful with your possessions today, so be sure to keep them under lock and key. It's also important to guard personal information, as identity theft is an increasing problem. If somebody comes to you for a loan, put your foot down. This person is in debt due to irresponsible behaviour. What makes you think they will be any more sensible with your money? Keep your hard-earned cash in the bank.

You're tired of deferring your needs to everyone else, which makes you a ticking time bomb. Even the smallest request will set you off. If your anger gets out of control, take yourself to a place where you can vent it without holding back. You wouldn't want to make a bad impression on a respected expert. Until you find a way to put your desires first, you'll always suffer from this problem. Stop playing the martyr.

Secret intrigues are working against you, so be on the lookout for suspicious activity. Somebody who has acted as your friend is really working against you. Stop confiding in others. You can't afford to share sensitive information with anybody right now. If all this makes you paranoid, it should. You've been far too trusting lately. Be more selective about the company you keep. It will serve you well and keep betrayal at bay.

Your words have more impact than you think, so be careful what you say. Dismissing a loved one's ideas or downplaying a colleague's contributions could really harm their prospects. Be as supportive as you can. Temper criticisms with constructive comments, and never be sarcastic. Think back to a time when a person you admired belittled your efforts. You wouldn't want to inflict the same damage on somebody else, would you?

Resist the urge to be autocratic with a large group of people. Even though their efforts are less than efficient, you need to maintain morale. Therefore, it's more important to offer praise than issue threats. Firing one person could cause the whole group to collapse like a house of cards. If somebody keeps falling short of their goals, reduce their work load. Give them unimportant tasks so the boat won't be rocked by their ineptitude.

Aggressive promotion of your religious or cultural beliefs will cause trouble. And although you're tired of having your traditions assaulted at every turn, that doesn't give you license to disrespect the majority opinion. If you're feeling sad and alienated, join a support group. It's better to surround yourself with sympathetic people than to try and convert everyone else. Contrary to what you might think, you are not alone.