A desire to be regarded as dependable in the various arenas of your existence can come over you today, inspiring you to take stock of the manner in which you have addressed your responsibilities in the past. You may feel compelled to examine your notions about duty and obligation. This can be a good time to revamp your schedule to ensure that you do not feel rushed or overwhelmed while addressing laborious tasks. When you can enjoy fulfilling your responsibilities, you will likely find it easy to be reliable because you not only understand the positive impact your labors will likely have on your existence in the future but also recognize that a period of rest will soon follow.

Addressing our duties before refreshing ourselves allows us to stay on top of the many obligations we are responsible for, provided we put purpose before pleasure in a balanced way. Both are important to our continuing well-being, which means that we must find ways to incorporate both into our lives. When we are dedicated where our duties are concerned, we can see to them in a timely fashion without burning ourselves out or becoming overwhelmed--if we are willing to follow up each constructive task with a more leisurely one. We can recover from the stresses imposed upon us by our duties more quickly when we can anticipate when the next round of rest and relaxation will occur. You will have little trouble meeting your commitments today when you are looking forward to the period of pleasure that will follow.