CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ben Platt, 32; Spencer Treat Clark, 38; Erin Chambers, 46; Nia Vardalos, 63.
Happy Birthday: Keep your thoughts, plans and secrets to yourself, and you’ll prosper this year. There is too much to lose if you trust the wrong people or organizations. Protect your home, your rights and your possessions. Walk away from joint ventures, shared expenses and making changes that lack substance or hinge on someone else. Downsize in all aspects of life, and you’ll free yourself from the stress and worry of carrying too much responsibility. Your numbers are 4, 19, 26, 34, 36, 43, 47.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Stifle your fiery, combative rhetoric if you want to accomplish what you set out to do. Your strength lies in your ability to get things done, not in pontificating or letting emotional drama take over. Choose your words wisely, and strive to live up to your promises. Act positively, take a bow and proceed. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Pay attention to how you look and feel. Trust your instincts, not what someone else tries to talk you into doing. Invest more energy, thought and action into meaningful relationships, and dedicate more time to nurturing what you are working toward, both personally and professionally. Implement home improvements that will make your life easier. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get the ball rolling. Utilize your intelligence and connections to develop a plan, and implement change based on your findings. Getting in touch with people whose opinions you value will help you make well-informed choices. Don’t limit what you can do because someone close to you can’t decide on their own path. Follow your heart, and don’t look back. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Get out and do something that motivates you to look and do your best. A passionate or emotional encounter with someone close to you will require intelligence and patience. Be willing to compromise if it will help complete tasks on time. A new look or a little pampering can rejuvenate you. Romance is in the stars. 5 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Stay alert. Problems at home will mount if you let your emotions and ego get in the way. Be a good listener and offer unique suggestions that will strengthen your relationships with those who matter most to you. Only change what’s necessary. Taking on someone else’s burden isn’t required; kindness and recommendations are sufficient. 2 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be careful what you agree to; transitions will not be as described. It’s best to stay in control of whatever changes are heading your way instead of letting someone else decide for you. Focus your energy on gathering the facts and determining the most effective way to handle matters with minimal time and cost. 4 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): How you engage and force issues that matter to you will have an impact. Stand tall and refuse to let anyone or anything get between you and what’s important to you. A change of attitude that supports doing what’s best for you will lead to the confidence necessary to gain acceptance and establish your position. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be careful. Mixing fire with fury will cost you. Be prepared for the consequences if you decide to engage in a conflict with a friend, neighbor or family member. Your optimism will be short-lived if you haven’t assessed the situation appropriately. Take a moment to rethink your next move before you engage. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Money is within reach if you put in the effort. Use your experience and knowledge to convince others to take a chance on you. Don’t make last-minute changes that alter your performance or how you present yourself to others. Stick to what you know and do best, and your confidence will carry you forward. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): It’s up to you to create opportunities. If you snooze, you lose, so put on your best attire and attend an event that offers the platform you need to showcase your skills, charisma and leadership abilities. Be sure to verify your facts before sharing information. Perfection and transparency are a must. 4 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Figure out a budget and map out a plan that makes your home and lifestyle more appealing. A change will do you good, but it isn’t likely to entice someone close to you to buy into your scheme. Look for something that will appease those who may stand between you and your heart’s desires. 2 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Review your options and consider how you want to proceed. Investing more time in yourself and how you feel mentally, physically and emotionally will help you discover what’s important to you. Take responsibility for your happiness and prioritize your needs. Building confidence is the first step to success. A commitment will prove to be lucrative. 5 stars
Birthday Baby: You are ardent, progressive and talkative. You are engaging and persistent.
1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes.
2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others.
3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals.
4 stars: Aim high; start new projects.
5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.
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