CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ralph Nader, 74; Elizabeth Taylor, 76.

Happy Birthday: Your unique way of helping others will bring special rewards your way this year. The more you can do from your home, the better. Work on a tight budget and don’t let other colleagues or friends depress you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Be more secretive about your finances. You will face emotional and financial deception that will leave you in a precarious position.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will be totally stressed out if you take the people around you too seriously. Separate and sort through the issues as they arise. The action you take now will determine what happens down the road.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t give in to someone who wants you to slack off when you have so much to gain by working hard today. You’ll have some great ideas that will gain interest from people who can influence your future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): An opportunity is there for the taking but, if you are reluctant to take a chance or make a change, you may miss out. Get serious about what you want.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Taking on more than you can handle will lead to emotional issues. If you decide to become aggressive, you aren’t likely to win. You will put someone off with your demands.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Check out what others have to say and to contribute. An opportunity must be jumped on, especially if it will help you expand your circle of friends.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Organization will help you get what you want. A love relationship is taking an interesting turn. Don’t get emotional but do let your true feelings be known.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You won’t be seeing things clearly today. Be a little secretive about your comings and goings and you will accomplish far more in the end.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Lean toward people who have a serious attitude and you will get the help, information or insight you’ve been searching for.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A chance to settle something that has been pending will be made available to you. Don’t feel you have to go it alone, especially when emotional issues are involved. A change will be as good as a rest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listen to what someone close to you has to say. You may not like what you hear but there will be a certain amount of validity to the information given.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t be fooled by a get- rich-quick idea. Instead, invest in a sure thing. The wrong choice will lead to arguments with family. An older or experienced individual will help you out.

Birthday Baby: You are emotional, relentless and determined to get things done your way. You are willing to go the distance and do things differently. You are a protector, a crusader and a leader.