CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Stacey Dash, 47; Rainn Wilson, 48; Bill Maher, 58; David Lynch, 68.

Happy Birthday: Don’t hold back when it comes to your status, reputation and professional advancement. Protect your image and your position by taking charge of whatever situation you face and making things happen. Show off your strength and you will mask any weakness you may possess. Time is on your side, so slow down, prepare carefully and present what you have to offer.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Revisit your resolution and reconfigure what you need to do to reach your goal this year. Don’t let other people’s agendas take precedence over yours. Put yourself first. Don’t let uncertainty mess with your mind. Stick to your game plan.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You know what you must do. Don’t wait for others to do things for you. Take the initiative and reap the rewards. Don’t stand in the background when you belong in the forefront. Reconnect with someone important.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll be offered an opportunity. Get any deal you receive in writing. Ask questions and present what you have to offer concisely. Disillusionment will be a factor. A move may be required to fulfill an obligation.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Make unusual plans that include people you find interesting. Network with peers or experts who can feed you knowledge that will come in handy when you want to make an impression. Aggression should not be used when dealing with an important relationship.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Confront situations that are bothering you. Once you know where you stand, you can make choices and changes. A project at work will allow you to use your creative talent. Diversify and you’ll discover you have something lucrative to offer.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you can’t get away on vacation, at least take a little time out to regroup. Making a couple of personal improvements or getting involved with someone who inspires you to try new things will help build confidence and optimism.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t hold back. If someone criticizes you, speak up. You have the right to make choices when it comes to people who are supposed to be in your corner. Re-evaluate your relationships with others. Avoid overbearing people.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stifle anyone trying to come between you and your plans. Greater opportunities will develop if you taper down your needs and form alliances with people who share your values. Consider personal updates and compliments will follow. A love relationship may need fine-tuning.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Emotional deception is present. Whether it’s you or someone else giving the false impression, it must not be allowed to influence important decisions. Ask questions and try to be as honest as possible when offering answers and information.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put money deals on display and see who shows interest. Don’t let anger stop you from closing a deal. You may think something is worth more than it is. Make an adjustment and cut your losses. Self-improvement will pay off.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Listen carefully and you will discover information that can help you make a good investment. Be prepared to act fast and to keep moving. Timing will be critical if you want to get ahead. A personal partnership will undergo a change.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Let your intuition help you decipher what’s happening and what you should do. An opportunity will crop up if you network with peers or financially savvy people. Listen carefully and you will make a profit. Emotions will be difficult to control. Birthday Baby: You are sensitive, clever and straightforward. You are responsible and reliable.

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