Taurus (April 21-May 21) You’re tired of being discouraged by a friend or lover. You’ve been blessed with many and varied talents so don’t let anybody else hold you back from fulfilling your potential. Strangely, striking out on your own will increase your loved one’s respect. Too often, you’ve followed their advice and it’s not always been good for you. Gemini (May 22-June 21) Work is starting to eat into your personal life. You should strike a better balance. Making more time for social pursuits will definitely be good for you. You’re tired of missing all the exciting parties and outings. If this means losing a shift or two, so be it. It’s possible one of your friends will hear of a job that is more suited to your talents. Cancer (June 22-July 22) It’s hard to have fun with a pessimistic person around you. Any time you get enthusiastic they pour cold water on it. You might want to seek livelier company. Adding decorative touches to your home will be a labor of love. Rely on your instinctive ability to create intriguing color combinations and furniture arrangements. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Family responsibilities are undermining your career prospects. You might have to get some help around the house to pursue a challenging job. It’s not fair to expect you to try to cover all the bases and pay the bills. Something has got to give. If you have an opportunity to work abroad, take it. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23) A thoughtless comment could put a downer on you. It’s time to put some distance from a relative or neighbor who is always putting you down. Don’t let a sense of loyalty stop you from making a healthy choice. Be sure to attend to some chores that have fallen through the cracks. Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23) A financial shortage puts you on edge. You’ll have to consider finding another source of income. Don’t be afraid to ditch a dead-end job behind for the sake of a more promising position. If you’re not sure how to proceed, ask your best friend or lover for help. With their assistance, you could find work at a religious, cultural or educational organization. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Try not to rain on someone’s parade. Their plans may seem ill conceived, but that’s because you don’t have enough faith in their abilities. Put your reservations aside and offer some encouragement. In the unlikely event that failure occurs, you’ll be there to help them out. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) A hidden enemy is trying to stop you from getting a promotion or job. If you have difficulty landing a position at a particular company, broaden your search. You could find an excellent position buying or selling or in an advertising agency or public relations firm. It may be necessary to carve out your own role at this place. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) A stuffy friend doesn’t have much respect for your interests and hobbies. You’re tired of always having to explain yourself. There’s more to you than a dependable worker. The chance to move to a busy, bustling city will be a welcome change of pace for you. Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) You will not like being micro-managed. It may be time to plough a new furrow. Resist the temptation to quit in a fit of temper. You might need your employer’s recommendation sooner than you think. There’s even a chance you’ll do business together as peers. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) Be careful about revealing personal information on social media sites. You don’t want a provocative statement or photo to come back to haunt you. No matter what security precautions you take, information can be found by anyone who really wants to obtain it. Think carefully about making posts. A hopeful plan or project will cost more than you anticipate. Financial obligations are weighing on your mind. It’s hard to have fun when you’re worried about paying the bills. Build a plan for repaying debts as quickly as possible. Trying to find a quick fix or an easy way out is not the answer. This is a time for you to grit your teeth, roll your sleeves up and do what needs to be done. | 