When something is troubling you, it can be helpful to try to live in an illusion, to keep yourself so distracted that you don’t have to deal with unpleasant thoughts. This is an acceptable short-term solution, but it’s a very bad long-term strategy. Today, you need to face the reality of where you are and what has been going on. Reality is never as awful as you fear. Plus, you can’t get control of your life if you don’t see it accurately.

You need to think carefully about your responsibilities at work, in friendships, and beyond and take greater care not to overextend yourself. Reserve some of that energy for fun, too!

Spontaneous gestures help keep your romance exciting. Surprise your honey by picking them up after work and treating them to a night on the town. End the night at your place, where you’ll have dessert waiting!

The number of your possessions is moving slowly in the wrong direction. Acquiring things is a manifestation of stress as much as it is a sign of wealth. Forget about keeping up with the Joneses. Stick to your own values.