CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shakira, 33; Christie Brinkley, 56; Brent Spiner, 61; Graham Nash, 68.

Happy Birthday: Don’t fold because someone tries to push you into taking care of responsibilities that don’t belong to you. It will cost you financially and emotionally. Stand strong and focus on what’s best for you this year. Find out first hand what’s required in order to get matters sorted out to suit your needs. Question, decipher information and make sound decisions. Your numbers are 3, 17, 19, 25, 33, 37, 44.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): It won’t be worth getting upset over the little things. If you appear unstable, you will not be considered for a position that can bring you greater recognition. Say little and do a lot and you will impress onlookers. 

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Strive to make this day count. Let everyone know what’s on your mind and what you need to get to your destination and you will get the necessary help and encouragement. 

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You will instinctively know what you are capable of accomplishing personally and professionally. You have the discipline and the courage to take a step in a new direction. Love is in the stars and a commitment can be made. 

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t get down, get moving. You have a duty to perform and must finish what you started. Stand up and be counted. Your ability to be true to your beliefs will count and help to lessen your stress. 

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can form a good relationship with someone who complements you professionally or personally. Strength and courage will speak volumes about what you have to offer and how far you can go. Live, love and be happy. 

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You are standing in your own shadow, limiting what you can do. Pick a path and follow it diligently until you reach your goal. Now is not the time to back down or to let someone else be your leader. Make an impression by taking charge. 

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Explore new avenues instead of lamenting over past mistakes. You have to move forward not back if you want to make a difference. Love is in a high cycle. 

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You can raise your profile and your reputation by offering whatever you can to those who need it. Your honesty and knowledge combined are worth far more than you realize. Step up and talk to people who can change your life. 

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If someone makes unexpected changes, do your best to stick to your own plans. Don’t let your emotions lead the way or you will make an impulsive, costly move. Travel and communication should be geared toward your relationships with the people you love. 

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Freeing up cash to invest in yourself and your ideas will give you a new lease on life and help you secure your future direction. The less you have to depend on others, the better you will feel. An unusual idea will work. 

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Be wise with your cash and you can make it work for you. It’s about doing things right this time around and, if you are diligent about taking the right steps, you will not fall into the traps that have held you back in the past. 

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Letting someone who has upset you know how you feel will put you in a vulnerable position. Keep a straight face and observe and you can control the situation and the outcome. Emotions are high and will be difficult to control. 

Birthday Baby: You are adaptable and sensitive, determined and diplomatic. You take on the role of leadership. You fight for your beliefs.