CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ed Sheeran, 34; Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 44; Billie Joe Armstrong, 53; Denise Richards, 54.
Happy Birthday: Take your time, think matters through and refrain from following the crowd or making premature choices based on partial facts and figures. Pay more attention to your health, emotional well-being and relationships with others. Look for natural solutions geared toward building mental and physical strength and making lifestyle changes that help you gain confidence. Pay attention to where every dollar goes, and you’ll find a way to lower your overhead. Your numbers are 5, 17, 25, 27, 33, 42, 49.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take uncertainty out of the equation by asking direct questions, assessing situations confidently and determining and doing what’s best for you. Handle relationships practically when money is involved. Maintaining integrity and treating everyone fairly and with dignity is essential. Love and self-respect will bolster your confidence. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take note of who is doing what and align yourself with the people eager to reach the same conclusion or goal as you. Opportunities will develop through the connections you make and the conversations you pursue. Big talkers will be compelling but unrealistic. Rework concepts that intrigue you to suit your needs. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Fixate on outperforming yourself and anyone who challenges you. Generosity is superb if you are careful not to let anyone take advantage of you. You may want everyone to like you, but be careful who you trust with your secrets. Say no to anyone who tempts you or tries to lead you astray. 5 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Networking and social events will give you a chance to test your skills, concepts and plans on people who can offer worthy insight and perhaps even connect you to someone who can help. Choose health-conscious eating and drinking habits. 2 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Pay attention to home, family and domestic matters. Take care of how you use your energy to get the highest return. A healthy attitude, fitness and expanding your mind and qualifications will raise your awareness regarding new possibilities and how best to ensure your demands are heard and met. 4 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Applied pressure will backfire. If you want change, be willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen. Size up what’s entailed and restructure your plans to meet the demands. Put a set time and budget in place and stick to your blueprint. Take nothing for granted and verify the information. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be open to suggestions, meeting halfway and compromise, especially when it involves money or domestic matters. Turn events into a chance to connect with people who share your interests and directional pursuits. A quick update to your appearance will give you a fresh look and the confidence to push forward. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are on a roll; stop wasting time, dig in, learn all you can and explore the possibilities. Venture out and connect with people who can help you reach your goal. A networking event will offer insight into how best to display, promote and seal deals. Say yes, and enjoy the outcome. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your technique is better than most, so don’t sell yourself short. Let your bravado set in, and let your experience shine through. Refuse to let anyone outmaneuver you, using lies and underhanded tactics to make you look inadequate or less qualified. Put your best foot forward and play to win. 4 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Embrace change, sign up for something you enjoy and make personal improvements that make you feel good about yourself. Step in a direction that requires a commitment. Once you make your mind up, start heading down the right path. When you find your comfort zone, everything will fall into place. 2 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Rearrange your space to suit your needs. Designate a place to wind down and to get fit. Balance is necessary if you want to succeed. Make changes based on your needs. Don’t be a follower when setting standards and routines directly linked to your needs will help you find your happy place. 5 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can think big, but when it comes to achieving your goals, streamline your plans to suit your budget. Taking your time and choosing to do things in small increments will help you maintain control, ease stress and enjoy finishing what you start. Live within your means. 3 stars
Birthday Baby: You are energetic, innovative and proactive. You are idealistic and generous.
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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