Unless you ask you won't get so get over a fear of rejection and say what's on your mind. You're hardly the type of person who could be called shy, but something holds you back today. Perhaps you feel uncomfortable with the folks with whom you're expected to socialise. Maybe you feel out of place in some way. The best way to proceed is to drop your fears and focus on having a good time. Profess your ignorance about a certain subject if it's over your head. People will be happy to enlighten you.

You will have to postpone or cancel a life goal or vision, as it's not viable at the moment. Financial responsibilities could be interfering with your relationships too. It's possible that you don't feel comfortable with taking a romance a step further without having some money in the bank. Alternately, you may not feel valued in an affair because you're not making as much income as your partner. Whatever the source of your distress, it's important to remember that you have more to offer than your bank account.

You're best away from it all today, as you will only put your foot in it when it comes to love or money. An overly serious outlook is the source of alienation from your friends and family. Taking a dim view of life could become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Why not release your expectations and welcome the future with open arms? The sooner you stop dreading the changes in your life, the easier it will be for good fortune to find you. I mean, you hate it when pessimists rain on your parade so why do the same thing?

Make it easy on yourself by avoiding people or places that ruffle your serene and sensitive feathers. Your reserved manner could be misinterpreted for snobbishness if you're not careful so only pull back from folks who aren't your scene. You may be surprised to learn that some people share your passion for certain hobbies and pursuits so don't shut yourself off from them. A positive day for art or academia that you can do on your own or with someone who appreciates the same things of life as you do.

Simple pleasures that don't cost a lot will reveal the truth behind a love affair or friendship. You may have to economise on luxury items, which puts a real damper on your spirits. You're the kind of sign who likes to live large in both good times and bad. However, you can't afford to undermine your financial security for the sake of momentary pleasures. More importantly you will soon discover those people who love you for who you are rather than what you can give them.

A difficult day in close relationships you will have to make an extra effort or lose love. Preoccupations about one sector of your life are undermining your personal world. Make a vow to set aside career-related matters for the entire day. Focusing on your family's needs makes you realise how emotionally absent you've really been. Put in less overtime, even if it means getting a smaller paycheque. You can't put a price on keeping your loved one's loyalty. Besides, your health is always adversely affected from overwork.

There's no love lost between you and someone you believe is corrupt and power mad. It's hard for you to communicate your feelings to someone who seems cold and forbidding. You may feel as if you can't do anything right in this person's eyes. Force yourself to confront this issue squarely; dancing around it will only compound the problem. If the person in question persists in treating you poorly, it may be time to remove yourself from the situation. Consider it a survival move.

Check up on the authorities and official departments who have a demand over your cash. It's never easy when others don't share your feelings about a particular matter. Whether you're a victim of unrequited love or are at odds with the popular opinion, the effect is the same. You feel lonely and isolated. One of the best ways to remedy this problem is to turn your attention inward. Apart from this issue, what are the things that make life worthwhile for you? Isn't it time you pursued these goals?

Your self image is very low time to do something to prop up your self esteem. You're usually very popular, but today it feels like you're persona non grata. Don't worry if you're not getting the welcome reception you're used to. It's entirely possible that everybody is just preoccupied with their own concerns. If you happen to make an unfortunate remark to a friend or business associate, apologise immediately. We've all made similar slips. The important thing is to admit your mistake right away, and then move on.

Someone's got it in for you but rather than worry about it tell them to go and do one'. Frustrating delays are preventing you from proceeding with a cherished dream. Rather than forcing the issue, consider what benefits this lag time can afford. Why not use this period to catch up on your reading, take an overdue trip, or organise your living space? There's heaps of truth to the old saying that a watched pot never boils. By turning your attention to other matters, your life will get moving again.

An older or more conservative person is a bad judge when it comes to a modern age problem. They may oppose your plans for the future, and that really hurts. Usually you have no problem going your own way, but this time is different. You expected this one particular person to embrace your ideas with open arms, and now that you're confronted with outright disapproval, you're beginning to question the value of this relationship. Don't be too hard on your buddy. They can't be expected to love everything you do.

Someone refuses to see your talent and pigeon-holes you, time to move on before you're wasted. Dealing with people in positions of authority is not advised. Whilst you may think you're making a terrific impression, the powers-that-be might find your input intrusive or not right for their branding or image. You're better off busying yourself with small tasks that have escaped your attention over the past few weeks. If ever there was a time to scan the jobs vacant columns it is now, there's a firm or company out there who would really appreciate you.