You won't get approval or acceptance from an important institution. This is a terrible blow to your ego. Instead of dwelling on your frustrations, find an outlet for them. You've been working very hard. Force yourself to take a break. Meet friends who always make you laugh. Their positive attitude will be infectious. You've been so wrapped up in your own problems that you've lost sight of the big picture. Socialising will put life back in its proper perspective. Bigger and better opportunities will arise.

Problems with taxes or a government agency are weighing on your mind. If you're in financial jeopardy, it may be wise to contact a money expert. This guru will give you valuable advice on minimising the damage. It will be necessary to scale back luxury purchases. You've always loved quality merchandise, but have a tendency to buy too much. Leading a life of simplicity will be difficult but rewarding. Contrary to what you might think, you don't need a lot of possessions to be happy.

Someone who is not worthy of your time or attention needs to be shown the door. You're tired of making excuses for their inconsiderate behaviour. Parting ways will have surprising consequences. Certain people will accuse you of being cold hearted. Nothing could be further from the truth. Your first obligation is to your own health and happiness. If remaining in a relationship makes you miserable, you must move on. Don't get defensive. Simply explain your side of things.

A steady work assignment will fall by the wayside. This makes you uneasy. You hate working without a safety net. Instead of giving in to despair, treat this situation as a learning opportunity. Becoming more spontaneous will be lots of fun, as long as you adopt the right attitude. Be open to applying for work in a field that has always fascinated you. You might have to take a low level position, but you'll soon work your way up the ranks. Stop thinking what's practical and take a risk.

You're so preoccupied with money that you don't have time for romance. That's a shame, especially if you have a partner. Neglecting this loved one will have unfortunate consequences. Do your relationship a favour and force yourself to have a little fun. Put your troubles on the back burner and arrange a night out on the town. By spending time on what's really important, the person you love, all other problems will recede into the background. Are you single? Your romantic prospects will improve.

Facing some emotional difficulties is critical to your emotional health. If someone mistreated you as a child, stop making excuses for their behaviour. Be honest about how they affected your outlook. Stop painting a glossy picture about your relationship. A truthful assessment will help you heal. There's no reason you should continue this relationship if your tormentor hasn't changed. Cut off ties and don't offer explanations. Deep down inside, this bully will know why you are no longer present in their life.

A neighbour or relative will try to give their responsibilities to you. Do not accept these duties. You have enough on your plate as it is. Anyone who calls you selfish is just being manipulative. You've always been eager to help in the past. This has caused opportunists to take advantage of you. Break the cycle now, while you have the chance. Change your daily routine to include activities you enjoy, like sports, reading and creative pursuits. Too much drudgery will dull your luminous nature.

Clear your living and work spaces of unwanted possessions. When you have too much clutter, it becomes impossible for fresh energy to enter your life. You become tired and irritable. Routines that were once comforting become annoying. Tackle a single drawer or cabinet. Once you tidy up one area, you'll be inspired to work on another. Soon, your surroundings will become neat and streamlined. At that point, you'll wonder how you were able to live with so much junk.

Career matters are making you tired and overburdened. It feels like you're wilting. When this happens, you have to be good to yourself. Get a massage; try out a new hairstyle or spa treatment. Enjoy an afternoon nap. Luxuriate in a scented bath. Do anything that will relax your mind, body and spirit. If anyone dares accuse you of being lazy, fight back. Part of the problem is you have been doing the work of two people. When this happens, your colleagues will have to step up their game.

A legal decision could be made against you. Alternatively, you might be turned down for a grant, loan or scholarship. Resist the temptation to become isolated from the world. Although this disappointment cuts you to the core, you will not heal faster by being alone. Reach out to a compassionate friend whose words of wisdom always inspire you. Putting on a brave front will earn the respect of both friends and rivals. A person's true character is revealed by how they deal with challenges.

It feels like you've outgrown a certain group of friends. This is sad but inevitable. You've been doing a lot of work by yourself. Breaking a bad habit, adopting a spiritual practice or becoming more assertive has threatened people who prefer the old you. Since you cannot go backwards, you'll have to continue along your path alone. That's scary, but don't worry. You'll soon connect with people who share your values and priorities. Give it time. Splash out on a fabulous luxury purchase.

An embarrassing mistake will come to light. Keep calm and take ownership of this error. Making excuses will only deepen the problem. You're only human, after all. If this situation is the result of neglect, you must become more vigilant. It isn't fair to expect colleagues to cover for you. The only way to restore your professional reputation is to make changes. Demonstrate a willingness to improve and be open to constructive criticism. Your proactive attitude will win lots of admirers.