CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Coolio, 44; Chuck D, 47; Tom Leykis, 51; Dom Deluise, 74.

Happy Birthday: Don’t jump to conclusions or base your moves on hearsay this year. Forget about what everyone around you is doing and reflect on your own plans. Start doing what’s best for yourself and you will see how quickly you can turn things in your favor.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): It will take open- mindedness and the ability to learn something new to win whatever battle you take on today. Your courage and strength of character will guide you but, emotionally, your heart will lead you astray.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A change in the way you feel about someone or something will be the telltale sign for what you should be doing. Make a conscious effort to do what’s right today. Money can be lost or made depending on how you proceed.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t get hung up on the trivial little things happening around you. Someone may be trying to make you look bad but, if you don’t give in to his or her bait, you can come out on top. Use your head and your imagination to surpass your competition.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You have everything going for you, so don’t stop and take a break when there is so much to be done. Today is about getting ahead and showing how valuable you are. A short trip will clarify what you should do next.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Keep whatever you are doing hush-hush. A money deal can be made or dealing with a red- tape issue completed if you play your cards right. Socializing and networking will satisfy your need to be the big shot. Enjoy the moment.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You’ll be pulled in several different directions but, the fact that you have options should please you. Act on your own behalf. A problem at home can be resolved with a little ingenuity and a refusal to give in to emotional blackmail.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take a breather and don’t be afraid to say no. Once you put things behind you it will be easy to relax and regroup. You deserve a break, so take a mini vacation if possible.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Children, partners and friends will all be there to help you out but, chances are you will have pretty much everything under control. Share the glory with the people who love you and it will make your success that much more enjoyable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may have to do some fancy footwork to spare yourself grief or embarrassment. If you have exaggerated or embellished, you are likely to be put in your place. Love is looking a little dicey – be careful what you say and do.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Strategy and hard work will bring you huge rewards today. Any matter pertaining to health, wealth and your welfare will turn out in your favor. A legal matter can be resolved and vocation issues addressed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can make some interesting assessments if you look around to see what everyone else is doing. A serious look at your personal or professional partnerships will lead to a conclusion with which you must follow through.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t let your emotions get the better of you. There is much that can be accomplished today if you stay calm and share fairly with others. Greed will lead nowhere. Use your head and you will strike an agreement that works.

Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, manipulative and unusual. You are intelligent, intuitive and willing to take a risk and delve into new territory.