CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Avril Lavigne, 23; Gwyneth Paltrow, 35; Stephan Jenkins, 43; Meat Loaf, 60.

Happy Birthday: Be willing to do things a little differently this year. Take your time and choose your course of action wisely. This is a year where precision will count and strategy will pay off.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Use up that extra energy you have or anxiety will set in and an argument will occur. Be careful what you say and with whom you spend time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Develop ideas, get involved in hobbies or take an interest in something worthwhile. Your contributions will be well received. Make changes secretively to avoid opposition.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ve got a handle on things but, if you let someone persuade you to do things his or her way, you are likely to be sorry. Proceed quietly for now.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take a wait-and-see attitude today, especially when dealing with friends, family and children. Now is not the time to lay down the law. Instead, focus on all the different approaches you can take to get your way without opposition.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make your way into the limelight and prepare to do your thing. Love, travel, communication and education are all in a high cycle. Enjoy the moment.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): An opportunity will arise but, if you are too scared or reluctant to take a chance, you may miss out. Spend time and money on your residence or make plans to move.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be a little confused when it comes to partnerships or your personal life but, if you step back, it won’t be difficult to see what’s actually happening. Don’t give in to something that doesn’t sit well with you just to keep the peace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Put your efforts into making cash, promoting business and building something that you are dedicated to making work. Your creative side will lead you. The potential to launch something unique and profitable looks promising.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You have what it takes to get what you want and to move ahead. You can take chances when it comes to partnerships, making money and closing deals but don’t take risks while traveling. If you exaggerate, you will have to backtrack and that’s never fun.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Watch out for anyone who is likely to get in your way. Be prepared to counteract any negative thoughts or ideas that arise and push what you believe will work. You can turn a profit, come out on top and make a difference.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You have some great ideas that must be put into play. A chance to change your direction or take on a new job or hobby will lead to extra cash and the freedom you’ve been looking for.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Travel will pay off. Don’t argue with anyone over emotional issues. Nothing will be resolved and upset will be the outcome. You may be overreacting or not seeing things too clearly.

Birthday Baby: You are a free thinker and a humanitarian. You are sensitive, emotional and eager to prove your point. You are a crusader and an advocate of truth, justice and fair play.