Spending more time on the activities you love takes courage. You'll have to delegate responsibilities to other colleagues and relatives. People will resent the extra work, but they won't be able to complain. You've been doing the job of several people all this time. It's only fair you get some more leisure time. If you're drowning in debt, take this opportunity to create a payment plan. It will take some time to fulfil these obligations, but once you start, you'll feel much better about the future.

You're bursting with energy. Venturing into new territory will prompt you to make some changes to your personal life. You're tired of being ordered around by a business or romantic partner. Taking control can be as simple as opening your own bank account. Going back to the classroom is another possibility. The thought of getting an advanced degree is both daunting and exciting. Having expert knowledge will allow you to get the sorts of work you've always wanted.

Your compassionate side comes to the forefront. Donating time, money and energy to a good cause renews your faith in humanity. A cynical colleague will mock your efforts. Don't let their nasty comments undermine your pleasure. Some people can't stand to see others shine light in the world. They prefer to see their gloomy perceptions affirmed. That's no way to go through life, especially for an upbeat person like you. You are lucky to have a much better attitude.

You're ready to break away from the crowd. Normally, you're the one who insists on following the rules. That is about to change. It's time to extend special privileges to the hardest working members of the team. If that means challenging someone's authority, you'll do it. Go easy on a youngster who has been struggling in school. Work together to find a subject they enjoy. This topic may not be on the curriculum, but it will keep them out of trouble.

Carrying out traditions makes you feel grounded and secure. Unfortunately, many of your relatives scoff at these practices. They don't share your reverence for special recipes, beautiful heirlooms and sentimental stories. Don't bother trying to force these pursuits upon them. Instead, get together with friends who share your reverence for the past. Joining a historical society can be a good way to satisfy your love of the past. You will probably be asked to preside over an important committee.

You won't flatter anyone who has let you down or done a poor job. Not everyone will appreciate your candid opinions. Don't be surprised to find yourself unfairly treated as a social outcast. Happily, your love life is going well. Someone who is impressed by your expert knowledge will ask for your help with a project. This may be an excuse to spend more time together. Be ready to put work aside for the sake of romance. You're long overdue for some physical pleasure.

Channel your creative energy in a positive direction. Lately, you have felt out of sorts, anxiously seeking an outlet for your frustrations. Until you begin work on a project, it will be difficult to enjoy the many blessings you've been given. Someone with your wit, imagination and intelligence is meant to contribute great things. Take some time to write a short story, compose some music or design clothes. It doesn't matter if you lack previous experience. Invite your inner artist to come out and play.

Your desire for beautiful things could prompt you to go shopping. Go ahead and treat yourself to a splurge. You deserve it. Lately, you've been hard on yourself, taking yourself to task for problems that are beyond your control. The sooner you adopt a 'live and let live' attitude, the easier solutions will come. Take your cues from an easy going friend who never sweats the small stuff. If you're looking for love, you could find it with an accomplished neighbour who runs their own business.

It will take time to finish a project. You want to do more research before rendering an opinion. A rival is trying to make you feel inept, claiming you are dragging your feet. Actually, you're using your time wisely. Don't get defensive. Everybody knows you're capable of tremendous productivity. You just refuse to waste energy looking busy. Take this opportunity to read and reflect. Soon, a brilliant idea will take hold and you will be off and running.

You feel young, alive and free. Doing something spontaneous will shock your nearest and dearest. Normally, you're a creature of habit. You're eager to try something new, whether it's taking up a competitive sport or visiting a foreign country. An older friend will try to discourage you from branching out. That's because they're afraid your relationship will change if you develop new interests. Don't change your behaviour to please others. True friends will support your desire to branch out.

You're a little worried about your family. Lately, you've been spending a great deal of time at work. This has caused you to fall out of touch with their interests and problems. Now you have a good opportunity to heal the breach. It may be necessary to tell your boss you can't attend a conference or meeting. This won't make you very popular, but it can't be helped. You have a right to a private life. Assert your needs.

An old friend could call you out of the blue. Talking reminds you of a time when you felt a lot more safe and secure. There's no reason you can't re-create this kind of happiness again. It's a matter of backing away from material pursuits that don't make you very happy. Make a list of ten activities you enjoy. Obeying your creative impulses will make you feel more grounded. Cooking, gardening, woodwork and pottery can be especially fun. Take a class to get your feet wet again.