CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Bieber, 30; Kesha, 37; Lupita Nyong’o, 41; Ron Howard, 70.

Happy Birthday: Set yourself up for success. Put a financial plan in place, and monitor your liabilities versus your assets. A hands-on approach to conducting your daily expenses, routines and lifestyle will give you the power you need and want to reach your target this year. Revisit contracts, adjust agreements and promise only what you know you can deliver. Stabilize your position. Your numbers are 6, 13, 17, 24, 32, 37, 45.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take it upon yourself to do the legwork. Keeping busy will help you stay out of trouble. Live up to your promises, but don’t deny yourself the time you need to soothe your soul. Balance and equality are the paths to personal happiness. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take a breather. Don’t exhaust yourself physically. Accidents happen when you are worn out and overly emotional. Focus on pampering yourself and rethinking your strategy and what’s in your best interest. Examine your professional or domestic situation, and prepare to make positive adjustments. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t be fooled by what others say. Get your facts straight before you participate in something that may have consequences. The time spent on personal growth and self-improvement will encourage better decisions and rewards. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Participate in events that can teach you something. A receptive attitude will allow your imagination to morph into something promising. It’s not the cost of things that makes them better; it’s the ingenuity and simplicity that makes them great. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t feel you have to make a move or follow in someone else’s footsteps. Consider your options and what makes sense, and you’ll discover a manageable path. Keep the peace; position yourself better to ensure you get what you want. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Ignore outside influences and carry on with your plans. The changes you want to implement will open doors to new beginnings. Attend events or reunions that enable you to address questionable issues. A partnership will improve your chance to achieve your long-term goal. 4 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Physical activity will clear your head. Decisions regarding joint ventures will cost you if you let your emotions call the shots. Spend more time mastering the art of doing things yourself rather than relying on others to prop you up. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’ll face tough choices. Forward-thinking is essential if you want situations to turn favorable. Take the blame for your mistakes and the credit for successes. There is no shame in learning as you go, but there is if you continue to fall short due to waffling. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Distance yourself from pushy, relentless individuals eager to mislead and make you look bad. Trust in yourself and what’s tangible. Avoid unfamiliar places and people, or situations that befuddle and leave you feeling vulnerable. Don’t broadcast your every move. Aim for secrecy and stability. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Sidestep controversy and avoid a precarious position that keeps you from mastering the skills you need to reach your goals. Take a unique approach to how you use your disposable funds to invest in yourself. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keeping up will require ingenuity and well-thought-out plans. If you muscle your way forward, you will make mistakes or run into opposition. Patience and moderation will deter unnecessary change that can result in overpaying. Choose simplicity over complexity. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t waste time; set your sights on your goal, and refuse to let anyone lure you off track. Show your strength and courage by ignoring temptation and embracing what makes you feel alive. Your happiness lies within. 5 stars

Birthday Baby: You are dedicated, authentic and empathetic. You are amendable and philanthropic.

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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