You’re used to people dropping everything to help out in a pinch. It’s no longer the case. You have to offer something more appealing.
You’re reading too much into someone’s disinterest. There’s such a thing as being preoccupied. People’s self-absorption has nothing to do with you.
What’s more important – coming down hard on someone or sending a strong message? Showing leniency in the matter produces the positive effect you’re looking for.
Well-meaning friends push you to adopt a hard line, but you know better. Sympathy and good humor prevail where tough actions fall short.
Look at circumstances in terms of what you have to work with – rather than mistakes – and a dilemma becomes a learning experience.
A brisk Mercury/Venus sextile puts a transaction on the fast track. Make the most of it while you can. Drag your heels and you lose out.