Happy Birthday: Taking on too much or letting others take advantage of your go-getter attitude will cause difficulties as the year progresses. It’s what you do throughout this year that will bring future rewards.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Hold back the urge to blurt out the way you feel about things today. Let everyone else voice his or her opinions first.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will achieve your goals if you work hard. A new lifestyle, image or way of doing things will make a big impact on those you are trying to impress.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Focus on your work, your hobbies and yourself. Put your feelings aside and make a calculated decision regarding who should come first in your life.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will realize what you need to do to feel happy and content if you take a look at your past. Take control and make some alterations to your home, lifestyle and the way you deal with others.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t let anyone meddle in your affairs. Rumors and gossip will lead to relationship problems. Don’t use brute force to try to get someone to join you or do something for you. Use reverse psychology.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The more you talk, the more you’ll accomplish. Love is on the rise, allowing you to meet someone new or get up-close and personal with someone you are currently with.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will take what’s being said the wrong way. Back up and listen to someone who has always been in your corner. You may have to do things a little differently to get what you want.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stop procrastinating – if you move forward now, you can clear up any problems with positive results. It’s time to show everyone who’s the boss and how good you are at handling whatever comes your way. You’ll make an impression.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may think you are in control but, if you look around, you will see that someone else is pulling the strings. You have to stay on top of what everyone else is doing if you want to be leader.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Do whatever needs to be done to secure your position. Legal contracts can be drawn up that will satisfy your needs. You can advance because of your expertise, savvy business bravado and your ability to raise funds.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Helping others will bring out the best in you. A partnership that can offer you future benefits is in the stars. Don’t be afraid to tackle something new. You are a fast learner and everyone will help you along the way.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can turn today into a very passionate encounter if you put time aside to spend with someone special. You can make positive and progressive changes at home that will please everyone. Put your emotions upfront and be honest.

Birthday Baby: You are progressive, determined and a little bit stubborn. You are sensitive, like things your way and are smart enough to know when you must compromise. You are a competitor.