CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Hetfield, 42; Jay North, 54; Martha Stewart, 64; Martin Sheen, 65

Happy Birthday: This is your year to make it to the top. Although you will face some frustrations and tough decisions, everything you have experienced up until now will help you do what’s right. A chance to step into the spotlight is apparent. Confidence must be maintained, so keep your head up and your mind alert.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t be forced into making a decision if you aren’t ready. Your personal life may not turn out the way you expect. Travel or focusing on work or a project will bring the best results.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t let what others think hold you back from doing something you really want to do. Use your creative talent no matter what you are working on, and you will like the results. Today is about having a good time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Money matters will be a concern. Consider starting your own business or getting involved in something you can do on the side from home. Lending or borrowing should not be considered today.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You should be able to see things at face value today. A chance to change your direction is evident, but only if you take the initiative. Consider what someone suggests even if you don’t like this person.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will be a bit of a pushover today. You have to be brave and stand up for your rights and for what you want. Your insight into future trends will enable you to make the right financial and personal choices.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Helping others will bring the highest rewards. Be generous in a practical way and everyone, including you, will prosper. Your relentless search for answers will impress onlookers.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will overreact today so, before you even get started, promise to refrain from taking action or saying something you’ll regret. Think twice before you decide to overindulge.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may be a little confused regarding your personal life, but if you follow your heart you will do what’s right. Although problems with relatives or in-laws must be sorted out, it may be best to take baby steps instead of trying to resolve everything at once.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be in a money-making mode. If you follow through, the accomplishment you make will be lucrative. You may want to include others in your plans, but go it alone if you want to actually get ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You will take a rather serious approach to life, love and your work today. Don’t let yourself get too wrapped up in the here and now; you have to look ahead if you want to make the right choices. Your close connections know you better than you think.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Improvements can be made that will make your life or your job easier. Don’t sit back waiting for things to come to you; go after what you want. Stress due to delays may cause minor ailments.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Your intuition is soaring, and if you follow your instincts, you will choose what’s best for you. The people you meet along the way will fascinate you, but don’t sell yourself short – you will intrigue them as well.

Birthday Baby: You are tough, determined and will never leave anything worth doing unfinished. You belong in the spotlight and can attract attention easily. You are changeable, adaptable and open-minded.