Horoscopes

Progress will probably be particularly difficult at this moment. You could feel like you are consistently entrapped in all sorts of delays, misdirections, and distractions, preventing you from getting to the destination you're seeking. Whether this destination is a literal place that you're traveling to or a more figurative project that you're trying to work on, be patient with yourself -- and with the people around you. It might not be quick to get where you're going, so try to enjoy the journey.

Connecting with others may be harder than you'd expect. You might get the sense that everyone is missing the meaning when you're speaking to other people, or it could be that you're playing phone tag because you can't get your schedules to line up. While this can be upsetting, try not to let it get to you. Remember that you'll have more opportunities to communicate in the future. Patiently waiting to say the right words at the right time is the key.

The feedback you want may seem barely out of reach. You may have thought that you reached a new high for yourself when it comes to your work or expressing yourself in any way, but someone in your life, possibly a boss or a parent, could suddenly shoot down your enthusiasm. Their criticism doesn't mean that they're automatically right, but it would be beneficial to avoid getting defensive. Take in the information and do with it what you want, but hear them out first.

You're doing more than running in place, Cancer -- even if it doesn't feel like it. The habits that you've been building may not seem fruitful yet, but don't worry. Your consistent work on them is likely feeding progress that is happening underground, where you can't see it change every day. If you find yourself feeling unmotivated, consider creating a visual reminder of the work that you've done or the goal that you're aiming for, such as a photo album or vision board.

You might be impulsively silencing yourself for someone else's benefit. A peer's critique of how you conduct yourself may have led you to retreat from the spotlight -- but are you doing this to please yourself or to please them? If you know that you're happy in the spotlight, and it's where you feel most at home, then one person's criticism shouldn't be enough to push you into the shadows! Speak your truth, even if it's not what everyone wants to hear.

Concerns about showing your heart to the people around you are normal, but you deserve better than that. You may be hung up on naysayers from your past, especially if they led you to feel less than confident about whatever you were or are bringing to the table. However, the people that you're around now should be supportive of you! They shouldn't try to tear you down just for expressing yourself. You're worth far more than merely what you can do for others.

People that were supposed to show up for you may not be consistent. You may have shown up for them in the past, but once it's time to return the favor, they're nowhere to be found. Make a point of contemplating their reasoning for why they couldn't be there. While there are situations in which it would be understandable that they couldn't show up for you, there are others that are not acceptable. Save your energy and time for those who want a mutual friendship.

Reckless behavior can threaten solid foundations. Do your level best to avoid crossing the line with your friends for the moment, as well as with romantic relationships, because taking a big chance is unlikely to result in a positive outcome for you or the people around you. Be respectful with how you're conducting yourself and try to be aware of what may hurt their feelings. Even accidentally stepping on toes may result in the end of certain connections. Take a walk in their shoes.

You might feel like you're spinning your wheels. Even if you typically love discussing one topic or are working hard to try and learn something new, your head and your heart may just not be in it. The more that you try to force yourself to do something that you don't want to do, the more that you're likely to notice a lack of results. Your authenticity is one of your greatest assets at this time, so be honest with yourself.

Even a crowded room can get lonely. When you're with a casual group, whether they're new acquaintances or old friends you haven't spoken to lately, you may feel immensely isolated. They may not grasp why you're not gelling with them, while you might not understand what's genuinely standing between you and a connection with this group. Their vibe may simply not be what you're looking for! If this is the case, it could be a good idea to start seeking out different connections.

Your past might be getting in the way of your future. Decisions in your history are still affecting your current world -- their far-reaching consequences may now be your responsibility or hinder your current work. Even if you can't fix things right away, the issue is likely something that you can work with in creative ways. Try not to see things in black and white, such as your prior actions preventing you from ever building your preferred future. There's always room for growth.

Receiving a lack of direction may hamper your progress. You might be seeking some information from an authority figure or mentor who isn't providing it, and when you seek it out more intently, they could end up just confusing or discouraging you with their answers. This is potentially a situation where you have to follow your own leadership, and although it can be uncertain, it's vital that you rise to the challenge. You're worth the effort of making yourself into a hero!