CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evangeline Lilly, 46; Michael Ealy, 52; Martha Stewart, 84; Martin Sheen, 85.
Happy Birthday: Strive for brilliance, and you’ll deter interference. Your insight into how others think and feel will help you make better choices and respond more effectively. A positive change is within reach if you focus on what brings you joy and encourages you to prioritize your lifestyle and what’s truly important. You can’t buy love and happiness, but you can choose to do what satisfies your needs. Your numbers are 3, 16, 19, 27, 33, 42, 45.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take charge before someone else dictates what you can and cannot do. Discipline and ingenuity will help you outmaneuver anyone who challenges you. Concentrate on what demands the most attention and simplify matters that are causing unnecessary mayhem. Intelligence, alongside understanding and fairness, is favored. Romance is in the stars. 5 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Someone in your circle has a hidden agenda. Dealing with issues that concern home, family and children will require your undivided attention. Refuse to let anyone pressure you into making a snap decision. A financial gain is within reach. Sell off items you no longer need or offer your services for a fee. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Pay attention to what’s happening at home and work. You’ll find a perfect moment to get to know and understand those you interact with the most if you ask them about themselves and the things they enjoy doing. Mix business with pleasure, and you’ll multiply your chances to advance personally or professionally. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take a moment to think before you act. Spontaneity will lead to mistakes and misunderstandings. Look inward and focus on self-improvement, including your health, diet and emotional needs. Kindness and consideration will deter anyone looking for an argument. A change of attitude will encourage better relationships. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep an open mind, and prepare to act quickly to bring about positive change. It’s up to you to participate if you want to have a say. Take your concerns to heart, and deliver a heartfelt rendering of what you feel will make a difference. Your passion will inspire others to lend a hand. 5 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be careful what you sign up for. Someone will take advantage of you if you are too accommodating. Refuse to let love cost you financially, physically or emotionally. Excessive behavior will lead to loss, regret and disappointment. Concentrate on health, personal gain and setting standards that require respect from those you encounter. 2 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Look at the job market. Consider your plans, skills and qualifications and how you can utilize them to help you change direction or aim for a higher position. Don’t rely on secondhand information or trust someone else to look out for your interests. Take control, and do whatever it takes to achieve your desires. 4 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It’s what you do that counts. You can make a difference if you physically make the effort to bring about positive change. Talk is cheap, but actions speak louder than words. Decide which you want to be: a talker or a doer. Use the opposition and pressure that you encounter to fuel your fire. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Emotions will surface. Recognize your feelings and use them to instigate what you want to see happen. A positive attitude, combined with a push to move forward, will help you discover who’s in your corner. Don’t hesitate to take a leadership position and navigate your way forward to a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Opportunities are apparent, but not all are equal. Listen carefully, but don’t rely on what you hear. Ask questions, research and verify information; only proceed with plans that demonstrate validity and offer something of interest. Adjust an idea you come across and turn it into something that suits your needs. Romance is favored. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A change looks promising. Home improvements will make you want to spend more time in the comfort of your home with those you love. Don’t underestimate your ability to devise a plan that can help you save money and put your attributes to better use. The sky’s the limit when you believe in yourself. 4 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can have fun without going overboard. Size up the situation, consider who’s involved and decide whether participating is in your best interest. Emotions will escalate if someone shares personal information about you with associates. Protect your reputation and your position by being transparent. Anger will lead to regret. Choose peace over discord. 2 stars
Birthday Baby: You are energetic, helpful and fun-loving. You are innovative 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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