If you can, try to surround yourself with people who are down-to-earth and grounded. These people have the kind of focus you need right now. They can teach you something new about how to appreciate the smaller things in life and have a good time doing it. These mellow types may not have the flashiest toys or the most stylish clothes, but they are contented in their life, and you could learn a lot from them.

A little sweet flirtation might take a sharp curve toward a destination you can’t quite make out. It’s important to be down-to-earth — just be yourself, listen up and ask the right questions.

Let’s face it, neither you nor your partner wants to go through any more social obligations. The word “no” is a complete sentence, you know. Connect only with those people and places you two find genuinely interesting.

Getting back up on your horse is a slow process. You need some motivation, and salivating over material possessions won’t do the trick. Come up with a few new tricks to add to your earning repertoire to spice things up a bit.