CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: David “Phoenix” Farrel, 31; Seth Green, 34; Robert Klein, 66; Nick Nolte, 67.

Happy Birthday: There are situations that must be taken care of this year. If you can manage to tackle some of the problems of the past, you will rid yourself of all that is likely to slow you down in the future. This year, it’s better to go it alone. Wisdom will come through the experience you have and, with this knowledge, you can move closer to your life goals.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Help others and take on a little extra responsibility. You may not please everyone but you will learn from your experience and feel good about who you are and what you can do. Do not sit idle or waste time arguing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Think about your successes and your failures and you can improve your future and reach your goals. It is important to feel confident and to know that it’s OK to fail because out of failure comes success. You can teach those around you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t confuse people because you can’t make up your mind. Don’t share what you are about to do until you are positive what that might be. Strive for stability, security and precision.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It’s OK to be kind and generous but don’t be gullible or leave yourself in a vulnerable position. Do things because you want to, not because you feel guilty. Pick and choose what’s best for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t let the changes going on around you cause upset. If you can show you are adaptable under whatever conditions you are given, you will pass the test and move on to better things. Learn from how others respond.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make a residential move, change partners or do something nice for your family. You can add to the comfort of your surroundings or have a party for the people you love the most. Positive thought will bring positive actions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Have a little fun: a pleasure trip with friends or taking the day to pamper yourself. A chance to network with people who may be interested in your ideas, creative endeavors or any of your Libra skills will lead to an interesting turn of events.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t leave anything to chance. You will make an impression that should lead to advancement or progress if you are assertive and demanding in your efforts to get ahead. Include the one you love.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be in a firecracker mood, ready to take on the world. You will be able to persuade others to join your crusade and to move ahead with your plans. Travel may be necessary.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Work may be where your heart is today but it’s important to put time aside to relax and enjoy family and friends. Whatever you are working on will proceed with or without you, so kick back, have fun and enjoy life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take action and form alliances. You can make a difference if you refuse to back down or give in. It will be your strength that can make others realize the possibilities. Explain your strategy and start the process.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Someone may try to pull a fast one on you. If you become angry, you will play into his or her hands. Stay calm – once everything is out in the open, you can make your move with confidence.

Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, inventive and imaginative. You love passionately and trust unequivocally. You are effective and efficient and fight for what’s right.