Quickie: Family obligations are the center of your world right now -- let friends know.

Overview: Sometimes you feel so strongly for a cause that it can be overwhelming. This strength of emotion is actually your ally once you learn to harness it correctly. Take some time every day for meditation and deep breathing.

Daily extended: Your family obligations are at the center of your world right now, and they could be causing conflicts in your social life. Explain the situation to your friends honestly and completely -- don't leave out any details that you think aren't important, because all the information is relevant. They have families, too, and they'll understand why you must reorganize your priorities. They might even offer to help you out and lighten your load.