Ingenuity and daring should come naturally to you this month and help propel you forward in areas where you might have felt stuck. Just keep in mind that some things may not be as straightforward as they seem at first glance.
LUCKY DAY: The 19th. A few kind words empowers another quite unexpectedly.
You may feel awkward about a situation in which you’ve felt compelled to keep secrets for someone experiencing problems. Greater transparency will be called for, so you may want to take a new approach.
LUCKY DAY: The 12th. By refusing to be bullied, you gain respect all around.
The pressure to perform brilliantly in the wider world may clash with demands in your private life. While you’re capable of keeping everyone happy, ask yourself if that’s what you really want.
LUCKY DAY: The 26th. A new health regime leaves you looking your best.
Encouraging news is on its way. Your challenge will be to keep everything in perspective. In your zeal to convince others that great times are coming, don’t overlook the fact that there’s plenty of work to do.
LUCKY DAY: The 27th. A shared journey puts you in touch with yourself.
Rather than pooling resources with someone predictable and unimaginative, why not consider going it alone? You’re entering an inventive phase and should be able to get your ideas across without any problem.
LUCKY DAY: The 13th. Airing relationship issues improves matters enormously.
Someone hoping for a more exciting connection with you will merely want what’s best for you both. Don’t feel pressured to make dramatic changes; instead approach things slowly and thoughtfully.
LUCKY DAY: The 6th. Affectionate gestures lift your spirits.
Sheer determination will provide the outcome you desire regarding a complex situation or the care of someone vulnerable. To keep doubts or fears from hampering your progress, treat petty issues as just that—petty.
LUCKY DAY: The 16th. Your travels end at a magical destination.
You have something worthwhile to contribute to an exciting project, but be careful not to overpromise to impress those in charge. Assess the workload and give an honest accounting of your abilities.
LUCKY DAY: The 25th. Joining forces with others makes things twice as nice.
Seize an opportunity to focus on home or family. You’ve allowed work to overshadow your personal life, and you’ll need to strike a new balance to avoid jeopardizing your relationships.
LUCKY DAY: The 24th. Others applaud your handling of a complicated setup.
You may become heavy-handed when dealing with strong-willed people this month. Rather than assuming that you always know best, listen to what they have to say. Everyone deserves to be heard.
LUCKY DAY: The 15th. Contact is renewed with someone estranged.
Managing cash flow may seem onerous, but unless you pay close attention to at least one crucial money-related area in May, you may run into major obstacles.
LUCKY DAY: The 11th. Endearing yourself to influential people works wonders.
This article originally appeared on Harper’s BAZAAR US.