CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mark Wahlberg, Brian McKnight, Ken Follett, Bill Moyers.

Happy Birthday: If you can keep a clear head and a sound mind and aren’t afraid to ask for help, you will find this year so much easier. Do what is right and you’ll accomplish much; let your bullheadedness stand in the way and expect to lose.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a bit of a break – do something nice for yourself. Romance is in the picture and if you feel like starting something new, today is the day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Watch what you spend, especially when it comes to your home. Someone you live with may not take too kindly to denial. Plan something entertaining, but inexpensive.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You will get the help you need if you ask for it. Your contributions to a group you believe in will pay off. Network when trying to reach your future goals.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you’ve been feeling depressed or run-down, you may need a change. Consider real estate, home improvements or products for the home for your own business.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your good looks and charm will capture the attention of whatever group you talk to. Your intellectual approach will entice those you wish to interest in your future plans.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep everything you are trying to do to yourself today. If word gets out, you will have to explain yourself, and in doing so someone may make your plans impossible to accomplish.

LIBRA(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be open about your ideas and thoughts on issues about which you feel strongly. Get involved in an organization that will enable you to make a difference.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are likely to take things the wrong way today at work. Jealousy will be at the root of your problem. Your time will come very soon and you will get what you deserve.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You will be drawn toward travel and discovering more about people from different backgrounds. Your interaction with foreigners will broaden your outlook regarding worldly events.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You must be careful if you don’t want to fall into a trap today. Read between the lines. Signing a document will not be in your best interest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you don’t put in the effort when it comes to your personal or professional relationships, you can’t expect them to run smoothly. Take the time to do a little extra.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Think big when it comes to your professional direction. Opportunities are present and you will make a connection that will lead to future prospects.

Birthday Baby: You will be strong, diverse and very influential. You will be direct, fixed in your ways and capable of accomplishing what you set out to do.