Today's Top Features

If it feels like the powerful people are being too critical of you right now, try not to overreact. It's not easy (or wise) to totally ignore the comments of influential folks, but right now it's not constructive to dwell on what they find wrong with you, either. Move as far away from these people as you can, today. They could very well be looking for a scapegoat, and you should give them no indication whatsoever that you are up for the role. Do not take someone else's blame.

Try to avoid giving bad news to anyone today -- it will stir up some things that don't need to be revisited. But if you absolutely have to relay negative news or feedback right now, be as tactful as you can about it. Avoid making jokes or using humor to deflect the tension -- it will probably just backfire and make you look like you're not taking the situation seriously enough. You are skilled at diplomacy, as long as you take the time to think your words through carefully.

Running around tending to errands will probably be the most physical exercise you will have time for, today -- there are going to be a lot of people to pick up, things to drop off, and appointments to keep. But before you waste all twenty four of these hours being of service to other people, make sure you book an hour or two for some sanity-saving solo time. Even if it's just taking a long hot bath before bedtime, you need to do something that is just for you!

Today, you should fight any urge you get to go it alone. At first glance, it might seem like it will be easier and faster to get things done by yourself -- but you have to start reaching out for guidance and insight from other people if you want to get the most possible value out of today's experiences. Connecting with others is not that hard right now, especially since the people you'll be encountering are eager to connect with you. Accept an invitation, make eye contact, and smile.

Your mind is going to be super-sharp when it comes to numbers, today -- which means it's a great time to look at your finances with a fresh eye. Review your budget, today, and you should see a few items that can be adjusted. One small alteration could yield some big rewards quite soon. Managing your money does not have to be intimidating or boring. In fact, it's going to be quite easy for you today! And knowing how much money you have to work with is vitally important right now.

You've had a long time to tidy up that messy situation, and you still haven't finished the job! Tsk tsk. True, it's no fun to apologize and admit you were wrong, but until you do you won't be able to put this thing behind you. Today, you should tackle it head on. Start that conversation that you have been dreading. Put your cards on the table and encourage everyone else involved to do the same. Things will be so much more fun once everyone's back to knowing where they stand.

You'll be feeling sharp and ready to handle all your commitments with an effervescent zeal today! A lesser being would find all the details you'll be dealing with too overwhelming, but not you -- you'll feed off the pressure and use your resulting adrenaline to speed through the day like a whirling dervish of a tap dancer. To you, organizing the chaos around you isn't a chore -- it's a puzzle to be solved. Tackling it all will bring you a lot of joy and satisfaction.

People who seem to be simple and carefree are often actually hiding quite a few secrets. Keep that in mind when you're having a confidential conversation today. Don't just assume that they don't know what you are talking about -- they might know more than you do! You should also pay close attention to who is around when you have any type of conversation today, no matter how trivial. You do not have as much privacy as you think you do. Eavesdroppers abound.

You've been given some responsibilities recently that require you to be the voice of authority. This is a change, as you're usually be the one making all the wisecracks. While initially challenging, this role swap is going to finally start feeling more comfortable for you, today. There is real momentum rolling now, and things seem to be falling into place. Pat yourself on the back and enjoy the fact that you are making real progress on one of your biggest goals.

You have achieved a whole lot recently, and you deserve to brag a little bit today! How about doing your horn tooting in the context of a really fun party? Call or email all of your closest friends and invite everyone to get together for a celebration. If, suddenly, your shy side comes out, you don't have to specify that the celebration is all about you. Be mysterious! Dinner out, drinks, or maybe just a casual soiree at your place are all great ways of treating yourself to a jolt of tender loving care.

Adopting the 'live and let live' philosophy will help keep you more grounded today -- and help you make the right decisions about your future! If someone else's choices or beliefs are upsetting you, you have to try to let go. You can't change who they are or what they think. To save your sanity, accept that they think the way they think. Stop wasting so much of your energy on them. Start putting that energy toward what you want to do next in life. You won't regret letting this go.

Consider yourself lucky if you're assigned to a supporting role in someone else's important project today! A low-stress environment is just the ticket for you right now. Being more of a behind-the-scenes player than a center-stage-star will give you a chance to get a fresh look at the goals you need to tackle next. Too much has been going on lately, and you're in danger of losing perspective or taking a special loved one for granted unless you make time for them.