CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Natalie Portman, 26; Johnny Depp, 44; Michael J. Fox, 46; Dick Vitale, 68.

Happy Birthday: Slow down and do things right the first time. Channel your energy wisely this year. Being impulsive may work for you some of the time but, this year you must take the time to make observations before you put yourself on the line. Use caution.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You will be in an exceptionally good position to network, get help if needed and to prove your worth and your talent to everyone, including you. Love is in your corner, so put some time aside for an affectionate encounter.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Work on the things that matter to you. Talk to those you know you can trust. Put time aside for rest and relaxation. You owe it to yourself to rejuvenate so you can be on top of your game as the month progresses.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Stick to the people you trust and what you do best and you won’t suffer the consequences of being questioned or put down by an onlooker who thinks he or she knows what’s best for you. Overreacting, overspending or overdoing will all work against you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will have some great ideas, so don’t keep them to yourself. You will get valuable input from people who think the same way you do. An idea could very easily turn into a profitable enterprise for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can attract both business and personal partners and talk deals if you put yourself in a networking position. Travel if it will help to close a deal you are interested in. Love is on the rise.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Watch out for those closest to you. Someone will want to change you. Focus on making your home a better living space. You can turn one of your hobbies or talents into a profitable business.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Talking to as many people as possible will be what works for you today. You may not agree with everything you hear but it will give you a broader perspective. Love looks promising.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t get carried away by what everyone around you is doing. Have the confidence to stand up and show everyone what you’ve been up to. The response you get should prove that you are quite capable of doing your own thing well.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Property deals, collecting old debts and setting your own finances in order will help give you greater clarity. A move or a change in your living arrangements will do you good and free up some cash. A serious personal decision can be made.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be aware that the people who love you and want to spend time with you may be disappointed if you treat today as a regular work day. Include them in whatever you do.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Now is not the time to question what you are doing but rather to move forward with confidence. You can make extra cash with one of your ingenious ideas. A love connection may need some tender loving care.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You will be able to convince others of your talent but first you must believe it yourself. Keep putting your time and effort into doing what you love the most. A new spin on something you do well will catch the eye of someone who will support your efforts.

Birthday Baby: You will work hard but will persist until you get your way. You are energetic, a dynamo, true to yourself and your desires. You will stop at nothing and give in to no one.