CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Booboo Stewart, 30; Ashton Eaton, 36; Emma Bunton, 48; Geena Davis, 68.

Happy Birthday: Look for the positive in every situation, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Oversee financial, contractual and medical matters yourself. You can ask for insight, but maintaining control is the most effective way to get what you want. Minor adjustments will help you stay on track and reach your goal. Your numbers are 8, 12, 21, 27, 33, 38, 42.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Assess your situation and consider what sector needs an overhaul. Tally your expenses, think about how to cut back and make monetary room for what you want to explore. Stop repeating; start implementing the changes that will get you where you want to go. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Explore and expand your mind. Learning or trying something new will prove what’s possible. Travel, educational pursuits and research will help you discover what’s doable physically and financially. It’s better to be safe than sorry. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be open to suggestions, but make decisions that suit your needs. An emotional incident will raise questions regarding a connection you have with someone. When in doubt, be observant; only time and actions will reveal what underlying causes are brewing. Patience is necessary. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Pay attention to how others react. Knowledge is the key to making the right decision and avoiding compromising situations. Don’t feel you must go above and beyond to impress someone. Be yourself, follow your heart and take responsibility for your happiness. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Learn from your mistakes, share thoughts and listen to others’ concerns. Don’t feel the need to enforce a change because someone else does. It’s OK to head in a different direction. Do what makes you happy, and allow loved ones the same privilege. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take care of yourself and the ones you love. Domestic problems will surface if you don’t address emotional issues. Share your feelings and be willing to compromise. A change will encourage better communication and a happy outcome. Ask challenging questions and stick to the truth. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Frustration and tension will mount if you spend time arguing instead of taking care of responsibilities. Concentrate on finishing what you start and taking care of your emotional well-being. Feeling good about yourself and your accomplishments will wipe out negativity and outside interference. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t apply pressure where it isn’t necessary. Be innovative, and use your insight and experience to flush out what you want to achieve. An open dialogue will help ward off interference, allowing you the time to take care of what’s important to you. Recognize manipulative situations. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Handle financial affairs and shared expenses carefully. Giving someone access to personal information will end up costing you. Set boundaries before you enter an agreement or commit to something that entails joint efforts. Be aware of other people’s shortcomings, and learn to say no. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Be open to suggestions, but do what’s best for you. A change at home will give you breathing room to explore possibilities. Don’t give up on your dreams when you should be initiating a plan that helps you implement what makes you happy. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Network, reach out to experts and connect with people who can further your interests. A change of scenery will spark your imagination and encourage you to consider your options. An adjustment at home will play in your favor. Rearrange your space to service your needs. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take time to give yourself a chance to rethink your next move. Don’t let anyone pressure you into something you aren’t ready to pursue. Consider what makes you happy and brings you peace of mind. Invest in furthering your dream, not someone else’s. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are proactive, committed and original. You are talkative and prolific.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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