CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jesse Eisenberg, 28; Kate Winslet, 36; Mario Lemieux, 46; Guy Pearce, 44.

Happy Birthday: Emotional matters will escalate if you don’t deal with each issue as it arises. Don’t leave anything to chance. Compromise to keep the peace and to bring about the changes that will make your personal and professional life run smoothly. Balance will be required.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Look for the good in others. Doors will open if you are helpful. Participating in a group will lead to something worthwhile and provide you with an exhilarating challenge. Do your best and reap the rewards.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t feel guilty for not making a contribution you cannot afford. Focus on what will benefit you and the ones you love. Pick up skills if it will help you get ahead professionally. Work hard and avoid arguments.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Offer services you enjoy providing. You can get ahead financially if you start a part-time business or apply for jobs that will pay more for what you have to offer. Love is in the stars, and good fortune will be connected to a partnership.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Joint ventures must be monitored carefully. Not everyone will be upfront about how much of an investment will be made. You are better off contributing to your personal property, possessions or self-improvement. Don’t count on others and you won’t be disappointed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your charm will grab attention and raise interest in your pursuits. Listen to what others are willing to offer and you will be able to finalize a deal that will support your goals. Romance is highlighted, and a promise can be made.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep your eye on legal, financial and personal situations that have the potential to change rapidly. Ask an expert for help if necessary. Now is not the time to risk what you’ve worked so hard to acquire. A change of lifestyle or philosophy is apparent.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Emotional issues will cloud your day if you aren’t careful in handling a situation you face at home or with an important relationship. Someone may try to persuade you to make a promise that you will have difficulty honoring.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A situation you face will be filled with hidden aspects. Go directly to the source and get all the facts straight, then make a move. Under- or overestimating a situation is likely if you aren’t observant and cautious. A secret connection will lead to trouble.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Call the shots, make a move and invest in you. Lending a hand to an organization with ties to an industry you want to explore will lead to new opportunities. Love is in the stars, and a partnership will lead to greater stability.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Someone who wants to manipulate you will be misleading. Check the facts before you move forward with an idea, plan or philosophy that may not suit you. If someone overreacts, take a pass and move on.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can have it all if you stay focused on your goals. Take advantage of any offer that comes your way. Personal and professional partnerships will be worth considering. Good fortune is in the stars, and dealing with legal matters will bring you benefits.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep an open mind and be willing to share. A partnership will be your ticket to opportunity. Team up with someone willing to contribute to your goals. Let your intuition guide you and you will find the success you are searching for.

Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, caring and a serious and earnest competitor.

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