Preparing for battles where there are none

I have a Scorpio ascendent which means I am a bit suspicious of things and particularly peoples' motives. I also don't like the feeling that someone else may be controlling my destiny! Yesterday I went to sign on after being persuaded to do so by several friends. Yes, I am entitled to it but the 'fear' was that I would be 'told' what to do and was signing up to a system which I do not want to have anything to do with. By this I don't mean benefits, I've had cause to rely on those before. I mean the whole fiasco that calls itself government but is nothing other than a puppet show controlled elsewhere!!!
The advisor in the Job Centre was delightful and very supportive of my wish to become self-employed. I found myself having to shut up about justifying myself as it wasn't necessary. I am asking for what is rightfully due to me - and how many people have I advised to do likewise in my previous roles as Carer Support Worker and also Advocate!?!
The faceless 'system' however, does not have your interest at heart and is wilfully stealing, cheating and generally scamming the populace which includes YOU. Be very aware of this.
So take the approach of preparing for battles where there are none - by that I mean get informed and understand what is going on right now. Find out what you can do to protect yourself, your family and your community by networking and cooperating on a local level. The martial arts approach of using one's skills for defence only is imperative here. Dont buy into the drama but stay vigilant.!!! The phrase "be in the world but not of it" is an absolute must in these times ahead.