CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mike Trout, 34; Charlize Theron, 50; David Duchovny, 65; Wayne Knight, 70.
Happy Birthday: Spend your time and money wisely this year. Spontaneity and emotional enactments will be your downfall. Pace yourself and think matters through from beginning to end. Leave some wiggle room, and challenge yourself to come up with efficient ways to move forward at a cost you can afford. Protect against taking on too much, overreaching your physical capacity and making promises you cannot deliver. Live within your means, both physically and financially. Your numbers are 4, 17, 22, 24, 31, 35, 44.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Share your thoughts openly. The more you stew over endless possibilities, the less you achieve. Proactivity will help you win favors and establish yourself as the go-to person. A change to your income or an unexpected cash deposit will help you expand your interests and professional direction. Avoid indulgent individuals. 4 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): What you do will have a greater impact on others than what you say. Your actions will impress and encourage those who criticize you most to rethink your value and treat you with respect. Focusing on your endgame and distancing yourself from those who provoke you and waste your time will soothe your soul. 2 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Up your game, and revise how you use your skills to suit current needs. Keeping up with the times will make the difference when competing with someone for an equal position, favor or popularity. A wholehearted approach to change will be like a breath of fresh air, giving you the momentum to capture positive attention. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Refuse to let your emotions make you look bad or give someone the chance to take advantage of you. Spend your time on self-improvement, looking and feeling your best, and a plan that helps you achieve a better fitness and diet routine. The progress you make working on personal growth will be consequential. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Refuse to let your emotions filter into your financial or professional decisions. Focus on what you know and present yourself and your ideas with finesse, promising positive change. Get the go-ahead in writing before you begin to avoid any discrepancies. Concentrate on personal gain and a positive attitude, and you’ll offset emotional interference. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Focus on moneymaking projects. Whether you enhance your skills and qualifications or expand your options to include positions that require relocation, the outcome will bring positive change. Network and engage in conversations that allow you to market your attributes and express your desires. Someone will show interest in how you live and who you are. 5 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You’ll want to use your energy to bring about personal or professional change. Don’t underestimate what those around you can do. Adjust your thinking to fit the mission, and proceed with strength and determination. An in-depth account will be difficult for others to deny. Stick to facts; embellishment will come back to haunt you. 2 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Follow your heart, say little and do what pleases you. Focus on what matters to you most and engage in broadening your sense of awareness and skills to suit your responsibilities and the prospects you want to pursue. Choose to educate yourself instead of trying to redirect others. Reconnecting with someone will impact your vision. 4 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Make home and prospects your focal point. Consider what you want to do to improve your life and the associated costs, and create a plan that addresses both concerns. Utilizing your skills and time effectively will help you improve your situation at a price you can afford. Negotiating on your own behalf will pay off. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be open to suggestions, but don’t immediately adopt what others want. Maintaining control over how and where you live will be vital to achieving peace of mind and convenience. Don’t waste your time arguing when you know what’s best for you. Align yourself with those who share your values. Romance is favored. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your energy to good use. Refuse to let anxiety build or stop you from reaching your full potential. Organize your day according to what you want to achieve, and you’ll enjoy positive change, along with getting the most out of your efforts. Avoid people who bring you down, confuse you or cost you. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Jumping to conclusions will cause problems. Do your research, prepare your questions and talk to the powers that be to help point you in the right direction. Put more thought into your likes and needs, and consider what will encourage better health and a more fulfilling lifestyle. Personal growth and romance are within reach. 4 stars
Birthday Baby: You are outgoing, determined and proactive. You are helpful and unique.
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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