Arguing will make a bad situation worse. Although you are combative by nature, it may be best to adopt a neutral stance in this matter. You have everything to lose and nothing to gain. If your boss wants you to assume more responsibilities, agree to a trial period. Does your partner need you to contribute more effort to the household? Agree. When people see you are willing to relieve them of their burdens, they'll become more open to your needs.

Worrying will not solve anything. Instead of fearing the worst, anticipate the best possible outcome. Adopting a positive attitude will drive adversity from your door. It will also empower you to make good decisions. It's much easier to notice opportunities when you feel all is well. Steer clear of pessimistic friends. Their gloomy outlook is infectious. Although you dearly love them, you must admit to feeling drained whenever they are around. It's time to raise your vibration, not lower it.

Beware of discussing plans with anyone who is in your orbit. A secret rival is hovering, looking for an opportunity to strike at your Achilles's heel. Instead of giving them a chance to throw you off balance, keep your own counsel. If you're experiencing financial struggles, don't talk about them. The last thing you need is for someone to think you are desperate to keep a job or maintain a relationship. The more selective you are about your confidantes, the easier it will be to overcome economic challenges.

If you're not sure how to do a job, admit it. Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness; it's an indication of someone who is always willing to learn and grow. There's a chance you will receive instruction from someone you dislike. Put your feelings aside for the sake of learning. After you've worked alongside your teacher, you will be pleasantly surprised to discover their many good points. Remember this situation the next time you are tempted to write off somebody. We all have something valuable to offer.

Don't take it personally when someone disagrees with you. Just because you have a difference of opinion does not mean you are enemies. As long as you're being treated with courtesy and respect, all will be well. If you sense some hostility from this critic, get to the bottom of it. Invite your challenger out for coffee and have a heart to heart talk. It's possible they're offended by your confidence. They are mistaking your self-assurance for superiority. This perception will change once they get to know you better.

You will discover some upsetting information. It may be necessary to end a relationship after discovering what a relative, friend or neighbour has done. You dislike being judgmental, preferring to give everyone a chance. This is one of those situations where you must take a moral stance. Ignoring a person's abusive behaviour allows it to thrive. You don't want to be implicated in this manipulator's bad behaviour. Cut ties now. You'll be relieved you did once this issue goes public.

A close alliance has become stressful. You feel like you're walking on eggshells. Even innocent remarks are taken as personal insults. It's time to stop what you're doing and get to the bottom of this matter. All the hostility you are experiencing has its roots in guilt. Your romantic or business partner did something behind your back that was unfair. They're terrified of being discovered, which is why they push you away at every opportunity. It's time for you to move on to greener pastures.

You are struggling with a gadget or appliance. Your first impulse is to hurl this object out the window. Resist this temptation; this equipment is still valuable to you. The trick is to learn how to properly operate this machine. Read the instruction manual carefully. If that doesn't shed light on the problem, call customer service. Be polite to everyone you speak with, even when they're not able to help. Eventually, you'll be connected to somebody who can fix the trouble.

You've hit a creative block and it's getting under your skin. Instead of trying to fix the problem, change your focus. A brilliant solution to this dilemma will occur while mopping the floor, sorting the laundry or making lunch. Although you may not have the money to buy expensive materials, don't worry. By picturing your project as fully complete, you'll attract the financial resources you need. Have faith that everything will work to your advantage. Lean on your best friend or romantic partner when your courage falters.

You long to spend more time at home, but it doesn't seem possible. Work obligations are forcing you to put in long hours at the office. The less you see your family, the more irritable you will become. It's time to make some changes. Have a heart to heart discussion with your boss about how these professional demands are affecting your personal life. You may be able to strike a better arrangement. It's also possible you will decide to part ways. Either scenario will be good for you.

Don't get swept into the continual news cycle. Obsessing over current events can distract you from life's simpler pleasures. Give yourself a day of rest from social media, news sites and message boards. Reading a book for pleasure will be therapeutic. Escaping to a world of imagination will cause your zest for life to come soaring back. After this peaceful interlude is finished, you may decide to make media blackouts a weekly practice. Your greatest power lies within. Don't give it away to forces that want you to despair.

When you feel anxious and irritable, it always helps to turn your attention outward. Getting involved with a fundraiser will change your perspective. Instead of focusing on what you lack, you'll become aware of how blessed you are. Use your abundant emotional, financial and intellectual resources to help others. Pick a cause that is dear to your heart. There's no better way to conquer material desires than connecting with your spiritual side. Things aren't nearly as dire as they seem. Accentuate the positive and eliminate the negative.