Instead of trying to steer clear of a relationship issue, you need to gather your courage and confront it. And don’t be put off by hand-wringing or tearful outbursts. Something is causing strife and must be addressed.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: To know the road ahead, ask those coming back.

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Colleagues may insist that an ambitious scheme can come off perfectly, but your instincts tell you otherwise. Make sure all checks and balances are in place before going forward.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: Once you tell a secret, you sacrifice your liberty.

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Romance and entertainment will be on your mind this month, but so will some intriguing news about an opportunity that you thought was lost to you forever.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: Some people grin and bear it, others smile and do it.

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You like to keep a low profile, but others may want to draw attention to your achievements. Tell yourself that they mean well and wait to see what unfolds.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: Teachers change the world one child at a time.

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Someone with whom you’ve shared both good times and bad may be wondering why you’ve seemed aloof lately. Strive to be as approachable as usual; an uncommunicative phase must end.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: Out of debt, out of danger.

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Differences of opinion with someone close will soon be over. You should begin to focus on financial matters that the two of you have been ignoring.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: It’s not whether you fall over, it’s how quickly you get up again.

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As others acknowledge the strides you’ve made, you may push yourself even harder. But don’t overdo it so that they feel bad about themselves.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: In love, as in life, there’s always one who kisses and one who offers the cheek.

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Discussions that have the potential to become contentious will need to be initiated sooner rather than later. If you wait too long, one particular aspect could cause a long-term rift.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: The devil’s boots don’t creak

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Recent changes involving your home or family seem to have occurred for no apparent reason, so you’ll be relieved when a loved one helps you understand what’s going on.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: Love is the dew that falls on both nettles and lilies.

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It would be a mistake to assume that your contributions to a certain setup have gone unnoticed. In fact, you’ll find yourself in the spotlight this month, getting accolades from VIPs.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: Nature does nothing in vain.

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Those with the authority to load more responsibilities onto your shoulders will try not to overburden you, so don’t question their suggestions or come across as disaffected or hostile.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: This life is your gift to yourself—open it.

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Others will want to hear your views on practical, financial, or worldly affairs. Be at your best, and double-check that any facts or figures you cite are spot-on.

MOTTO OF THE MONTH: If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.

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From: Harper’s BAZAAR US