Hanging out with friends won't let you forget who you are or what you've done. If you've hurt someone dear, you need to face up to it. Otherwise, a promising relationship will fall apart at the seams. You've never been very good at apologising, but that shouldn't hold you back from doing the right thing. Swallow your pride and extend an olive branch. Turn a deaf ear to pals who tease you for going soft.

Being put in charge of a demanding project makes you sick with fear. You're simply not sure how to proceed. Stop being stubborn and ask for help. People will sense you're faking if you act as though you know what you're doing. Once you admit you are out of your depth, colleagues will be happy to help you. The secret to your success is forming supportive relationships. Give credit and encouragement where it is due.

Running away from your problems won't solve them, so you might as well stay put. It feels as though you're being forced to relive a terrible nightmare over and over again. Before you accept this condition as fate, consider how you may have contributed to the problem. Have you let rogues lead you down the garden path? Do you keep putting faith in people who don't deserve it? Open your eyes and harden your heart.

Invasions of privacy make you feel violated, victimised and fearful. Is it any wonder you're having a hard time with an intimate relationship? You've got to establish firm boundaries to overcome this problem. Stop letting friends drop by whenever they want. Refuse to divulge personal information, even when relatives tease you. Above all, stop doing favours when they inconvenience you. The sooner you stop behaving like a door mat, the happier you will be.

Idealising a partner isn't good for either one of you, and puts stress on your relationship. And while you're impressed by someone's authoritative persona, you must remember that it's only an act. In private, this person is just as confused as you are. Instead of looking to your idol for advice, start consulting your own heart. Make your own decisions regarding an emotional issue. Otherwise, bitter recriminations will ensue.

You're vulnerable to stress today, so stay clear of situations that are fraught with tension. It's especially hard mixing with people whose views are so different than your own. Getting into arguments about religion or politics drains you of valuable energy. Limit conversations to innocent topics like the weather or sports. Don't let somebody talk you into signing a contract until you've had some time to consider the terms with a legal professional.

The temptation to rescue a troubled love interest is drawing you down a dangerous path. Changing this person isn't worth the effort, even if they do have wonderful hidden qualities. If you crave romance, find it at the theatre, concert hall, or museum. Work on a creative project of your own. Write some poetry. In other words, look within for inspiration. These rebellious love interests aren't doing you a bit of good.

Cutting yourself off from the outside world is a mistake right now. And although you're scared to confide in a business or romantic partner, you've got to do just that. Otherwise, your relationship will wither on the vine. Don't worry if you've done something stupid. We've all made senseless mistakes. The key is to draw attention to the problem in its early stages, before it totally spirals out of control.

Daydreaming is undermining your productivity, which makes colleagues angry. Rub the pixie dust from your eyes and get back to work. By breaking down tasks into small, manageable steps, you'll resist the temptation to float off into fantasy land. Everyone's counting on you to make this project a success. Demonstrate that you are a valuable member of the team who can delay personal gratification for the sake of the group.

You may want to reconsider what you really value in this world. Activities that were once lots of fun give you no pleasure at all. It's time to alter your routine so you're free to explore new things. Stop going to work the same way every day. Head out to a restaurant you've never tried. Take up a hobby that sounds interesting. Boredom will disappear once you venture out of your comfort zone.

It feels as though people are using you to uphold certain delusions. This is enormously frustrating for an honest soul like yourself. Stop going along with these games and say what you really feel. Yes, your blunt remarks will hurt somebody's feelings, but that's better than acting like their outrageous behaviour is acceptable. In time, your friend will thank you for providing this much-needed reality check.

Money is the last thing on your mind, yet you must deal with it or disaster will ensue. Go over your cheque book carefully and gather credit card receipts together. Make sure you're up to date with all of your bills. You wouldn't want to incur bank charges or late fees. If you've driven yourself into debt, create a plan to climb out of this hole. Take control of your finances.