You might think that working extra hard today will enable you to do everything that is expected of you. However, a magical quintile between your key planet Mars and brilliant Uranus can create some distracting fireworks. An unexpected series of events could turn your day into an obstacle course. Nevertheless, don’t blame your shortfall on someone else; how you handle your responsibilities is still up to you.

You have a variety of alternatives to pick from today as you contemplate where you want to go. But your resources seem to be limited by the current circumstances, so you need to be creative enough to find the best route to your goals. Whether you lack money or time, don’t waste your energy by micromanaging the details of every contingency. Narrow the field of options before you start fine-tuning your plan.

It’s becoming more apparent day by day that you can’t do everything you set your heart on, even though you’re ready to give it all you’ve got. Unfortunately, using brute force will only exhaust you, without guaranteeing that you’ll accomplish your goals. Instead, try a different tactic now by employing self-discipline. Reining in your activities will make you happier in the long run. Remember, a focused approach is better than a scattered one.

It’s admirable to be sensitive to the needs of others, but it’s not healthy if your happiness depends on someone else’s feelings. The biggest problem with putting the determinant of your emotional well-being in anyone else’s hands is that you can’t be responsible for other people’s shifting moods. Fortunately, you can have positive impact on a situation by changing your own attitude. Remember, nurturing begins with taking care yourself.

You may sense the emotional tension increasing between you and your workmates. Unfortunately, you might not know how to react. It’s useless to try and change what you’re feeling when all you need to do is improve your outward behavior. Nevertheless, you will only fuel inner conflict today by making believe that everything is okay. Ultimately, total honesty is the wisest defense.

Thankfully, the intensity level at work seems to be lower now, yet you’re still not convinced that everything is really returning to normal. To the contrary, you might be wondering if anything in your life will ever be the same. Fortunately, you don’t need to take major action today. Just recognize that although this is a stressful period, you can still have a positive outlook about current events.

The Moon’s visit to your 4th House of Family can bring extra parental responsibilities or other familial commitments, creating a little crisis as you attempt to squeeze everything into your schedule. It’s a real problem because there’s so much to do that you can’t possibly feel satisfied by the amount you manage to accomplish. Unfortunately, your anxiety probably won’t prevent you from trying the impossible. However, the sooner you simplify your environment, the more time you’ll have available for others.

You had a chance recently to share what’s on your mind with friends. Unfortunately, your window of opportunity is starting to close, so you must jump into the conversation as quickly as possible. The time for contemplation has passed. Whatever remains unsaid today may be banished into the shadows for an indeterminate amount of time.

You need to be serious now and expect others to respect your somber attitude. However, you still may be unable to concentrate on your current obligations. Good intentions may not take you as far as you want to go today; you have to walk your talk to be recognized. Coming up with all the right words is easy now; however, it’s quite another thing to put them into action.

You might claim that you aren’t trying to get ahead at work now, but something is changing and you would be wise to make the most of it. It’s tempting to ignore the current pressures, yet the instability may be just the catalyst you need. But it’s not just about grabbing an irresistible opportunity; the real message is about how your desires are awakening. Set new long-term goals that can ultimately fulfill your most basic needs.

You might try to float through the day by doing as little as possible, but you won’t likely get away with it. Even if you don’t do much, you may retrospectively wish that you worked harder in the morning. You won’t be able to accept a surprise invitation later in the day if you’re not finished with your duties. But if you already fulfilled your responsibilities, this afternoon can bring unexpected pleasure.

You can talk yourself out of your confidence as the day wears on, especially if you agreed to show up at a social event this evening. But retreating for a while enables you to emerge physically refreshed and emotionally recharged, ready for another round of battles to fight off unnecessary change. Don’t be afraid of expressing your own power now, even if you think that you should wait for a better time to act.