If you want to increase your income, you have to have more faith in your creative abilities. Conventional wisdom says that artistic types are destined to starve, but this is completely wrong. There are plenty of examples of folks who earn a nice profit from their handiwork. Why should you be any different? Put your imagination to work.

Much as you want to appear in control, it's hard to hide your emotions today. Someone who has a knack for pushing your buttons may make it impossible to think rationally. Maybe the reason you dislike this person so much is that they remind you of somebody from your past. The difference is, you're in control this time.

A lot of people are trying to influence you right now, and it's hard to drown out their voices. Spend some time alone to figure out what you really want. Some may try to pressure you to speak out before you're ready. Refuse to rise to the bait. You'll feel much better about the future if you make a reasoned, thoughtful choice.

It's hard to relax when finances are tight, but try your best anyway; worrying solves nothing. Take a few moments to enjoy an inexpensive hobby that takes your mind off mundane worries. Fear is a proven deterrent to abundance. The calmer you are, the easier it will be to attract the wealth you deserve. Focus on the small pleasures of life.

If you happen to make an embarrassing social gaffe, don't worry - the planets are having some mischief. The best way to save face is to laugh at your mistake, then make a sincere apology to anyone who is offended. Watch your reaction to other people's jokes, too. It's easy to take offence at innocent remarks now.

It's hard to figure out why you're not making as much progress as you should be. The answer may be that you lack the necessary knowledge to move forward. Seek out people who have achieved success in the area you want to be. A mentor may be just the thing you need to get you motivated. Be open to other people's suggestions.

You're getting tired of people not showing the respect that you give to them, and it shows! The problem is, you're too polite. If someone is rude to you, make it clear that you won't tolerate this kind of behaviour. Practice your speech in the mirror if the thought terrifies you. Setting boundaries does take practice.

Beware of being overconfident when it comes to dealing with adversaries; you might get a nasty surprise. Your best strategy may be holding back and observing the people around you. This will give you a better sense of their strengths and weaknesses. You can be intimidating when you want, but that may not be enough to scare off some folks.

If there's anything you hate, it's a lecture, but it you may get one at any rate. There is a good chance that this advice is well-deserved. Have you really been taking care of yourself like you should? Make more time to prepare healthy meals and to engage in brisk exercise. It's not difficult once you get started.

You've got a fantastic work ethic most of the time, but today it's easy to get distracted. Beware of lingering over time-wasting activities or things that aren't priority. You have too many important duties on your plate right now. Schedule a relaxation period at the end of the day. With Easter on the horizon it wouldn't do you any harm to look at taking a quick get-away.

Some people who are afraid of losing your loyalty may discourage you from taking a risk. It's a delicate situation. Your best bet may be not to reveal your plans until they're already in place. That way, it will be too late for your friends to talk you out of what you really want to do. Some days it pays to be devious - this is one of them!

Putting your ideas into practice may not be easy, as folks are in a cautious mood. Don't take this as personal rejection. Instead, table your suggestions for another time and focus on little tasks that often escape your attention. Being productive will give your confidence a boost, which is a good idea on days like these.