CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Bosworth, 29; Dax Shepard, 37; Taye Diggs, 41; Cuba Gooding Jr., 44.

Happy Birthday: Don’t let emotional matters stand in the way of your game plan. Take action to stay on top of your goals until you feel satisfied that you’ve reached your destination. Don’t let anyone cheat you out of the good fortune you deserve. Added responsibilities must be treated with respect but not allowed to consume your time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Emotional uncertainty will lead to distractions. Separate your personal and professional lives or you may fall short and miss a deadline. Be ready to take advantage of what’s being offered when opportunity knocks. Love is highlighted.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Look at the bright side of life. You will succeed as long as you are positive and take action with the intent to make things better for everyone involved. Don’t overreact to what someone else does. Size up the situation and move on.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take advantage of any chances to schmooze with people in power positions. Your natural charm and ability to entertain the people you come in contact with will also enable you to improve your current professional status.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t let anyone dictate what you can and cannot do. Make decisions based on your own findings and do what suits you best to ensure that you can continue to take care of your responsibilities. A romantic situation will need nurturing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You’ll tend to overreact and let your emotions get in your way when making a decision. Back up and consider the consequences before you say something you will live to regret. Bide your time and avoid damaging your reputation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Check out courses or seminars that will help you market your skills or a service you have to offer. Sticking around home will lead to complaints and arguments that will stifle your goals. Believe in your ability to succeed.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You’ll be temperamental, causing emotional problems with a business or personal partner. Focus on self-improvement instead of making a fuss about what someone else does or doesn’t do. Treat a love relationship with care.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Learn whatever you can that will help position you positively in this economic climate. You cannot waste time waiting for someone to require your services. Diversify and rework what you have to offer in order to stay in control of your finances.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take time out to revisit your plans and goals for the upcoming year. You have to know exactly what you are up against in order to meet the requirements being asked of you. Love is highlighted.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You’ve got a lot going for you, but it won’t be difficult for someone to derail your plans if you show signs of uncertainty. Don’t divulge your thoughts until you are sure you are on the right course. Impulsive decisions will backfire.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Look at your options and consider how you can diversify. Taking on a part-time position, expanding your skills or starting your own small business will help to raise your earning potential. A heart-to-heart conversation will help.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Someone from your past will play an important role in your future. Ask for help and pull in the talent you need to get a project off the ground. Giving in to someone with more experience will be beneficial in the end.

Birthday Baby: You are a shrewd leader, a straight shooter and a strong competitor.

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