You are being tested, but don’t panic. It’s not the final word on your plans. Keep that in mind before you jump to any conclusions or commit yourself to any one course of action. What you’re facing really isn’t that big a deal in the grand scheme of things, no matter how intense it might seem. Keep your cool and evaluate your position. After you get past the fear, you should see a simple solution.

Put on your reading glasses. You should be feeling some romantic sparks with someone on your intellectual level. Bonus points for anyone who shares your favorite author!

A big social scene could seem more appealing than a quiet evening at home. Put on your dancing shoes and hit the town with your partner.

The random is your friend. You’ll get bumped up to first class by sheer luck. Don’t think this is a skill you can count on to keep yourself afloat. Enjoy the fun of good fortune dropped in your lap, and then move on to more ordinary things.