Horoscopes

Talking yourself up takes on a new meaning. You may have been trying to be humble lately, but it's not working out in your favor. It's time to stop stepping back and start standing up for yourself and what you can do! Telling others about what you've been able to do for yourself and others in the past could actually elevate your life very quickly. Don't focus on what might happen if you fail; motivate yourself by thinking of what could happen if you succeed.

You're setting clear boundaries. Perhaps you've struggled to tell others no or move on from people whose lives are no longer traveling in the same direction as yours. You may still care about them, but that doesn't mean that you have to stay close friends forever. If they continue down a path you can't follow, you don't have to let them back in. You know what your limits are, and when someone refuses to respect them, it's time to part ways.

Forge your own path! You may have been waiting for someone to discover you and put you in a position to showcase your talents and skills to the world. However, you might be realizing that such help isn't forthcoming. You've got to put yourself out there, one way or another. It's unlikely that someone is going to provide you with a magic wand that takes you straight to the top, so it's time to be your best advocate by working with your innate magic.

Being bold in the workplace can benefit you. You may have been playing small and trying to keep your head down, doing solely the work that's assigned to you. Right now, however, you might discover wonderful benefits by taking initiative and making the changes that you want to see. You could also inspire others by taking this action, and can then collaborate with them to make an environment that you all feel comfortable in. Be the change that you want to see.

You're not meant to be shy about expanding your horizons. Others may be wary of trying new things or exploring untested methods, while you are up for the unknown. Even though others may try to influence you, make sure that you're the one making your decisions at present -- otherwise, peer pressure could make you miss out on an exhilarating experience. Making your own choices and following your heart in each moment should make certain that you end up where you're supposed to be.

Letting your instincts guide you can pay off. You might notice that your intuition is stronger than normal, especially when it comes to your gut instincts regarding what feels off. Maybe you're about to get introduced to someone who doesn't seem right to you, or, alternatively, you may meet someone that you click with right away. Understanding your first instinct shouldn't be too tough, because it'll come in loud and clear! You can still give the situation a chance, but don't discount your first impression.

You have an opportunity to let someone else know how you really feel. They might not have detected any feelings that you've been holding back, so their response to you expressing yourself could be surprising for both of you. If this person is unwilling to hear what you have to say, then it may be a sign that you're meant to take a step back and see where you need to make changes. After all, it takes two to make a connection work.

A wave of discipline is rising. You might have noticed areas where you've been allowing yourself to take too much slack as of late. You're being empowered with a cosmic drive to get everything in order and get back to where you'd like to be in terms of getting organized and readying yourself for whatever life throws at you! Still, you might benefit from some assistance. Be sure to ask if you need assistance, especially from someone who's been in your life a long time.

You're being invited to reexamine your motivations. While you may have felt like you were really making strides, stop and ask yourself if what you're doing will make you happy in the long run. If it will, then you're on the right track. Conversely, if you realize that you're trying to please people you don't even like, then you might need to shift your focus. Impressing people for validation can leave you feeling hollow, so make sure you're feeling the joy from a personal standpoint.

A change of scenery might be in order. That being said, you might not have to leave your home to achieve this environment shift. There's much joy to be found in doing work on your current living space to make sure that it stays a pleasant place to live, such as cleaning, reorganizing, maybe even doing some DIY projects (as long as you're taking the proper safety precautions). Whatever it takes to turn your home into a sanctuary, don't hesitate to make it your own.

Blunt honesty isn't always fun, but it might become necessary at any moment. You may have been making subtle overtures in an effort to smooth things over, but if you find that someone never takes the hint, try making a more straightforward approach. Especially if you're being ignored or treated with disrespect, you may need to have a totally serious conversation with the other person in order to get your point across. Don't feel as though you have to fall silent.

If not now, when? You'll only have so many chances to say what's really on your mind. You may be asked about your feelings directly at any moment, giving you an opening to declare your truth. Shrinking away from fears of confrontation or rejection may sound easier, but doing so isn't the best way to approach this matter. Instead, get your worries off your chest by being honest about what's been going on for you internally. Otherwise, you'll just stay where you are.