CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Colin Farrell, 29; Brooke Shields, 40; Lea Thompson, 44; Clint Eastwood, 75

Happy Birthday: Love and partnership issues may not go as planned. However, if you can put your personal life on the back burner and focus on getting ahead professionally, you will be happy in the end. This may not be the easiest year for you, but by playing a strategic game you should be able to point yourself in a very prosperous direction.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Networking will get you where you want to go. You will meet some great business contacts and make new friends. Love and romance will highlight your day. You’ll be able to make a profitable move.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Secrets must be kept. If you divulge something about someone else (or even yourself), you will cause a setback in your plans. You will feel frustrated if you take on too much. Pick and choose wisely.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are headed toward cultural shock if you haven’t prepared yourself for the lifestyle that some of the people you are dealing with live by. Share your thoughts and philosophies openly. You will discover there is more than one way to do things.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will be puffed up and ready to overreact if you aren’t careful. Legal, financial or health issues will be brought to the surface. Someone you feel responsible for may have some words of wisdom to share with you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A partnership looks promising and should turn out to be even better than you imagined. Talk about your expectations and concerns. You will meet new and exciting people through an industry event you attend.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Nothing will play out the way you expect, but don’t let that daunt you. Patience will lead to the realization you are actually in a very favorable position. Look for the positive in anything you face.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You are either a doer or a watcher. Make up your mind what it’s going to be. If you want to sit around waiting for everyone else to do things first, don’t expect to make any headway. Travel or attending lectures should be on your agenda.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Personal matters will turn out totally different from what you expect. Work from your home, if possible, and you will get more done in the long run. A change to your looks, attitude or surroundings will turn out favorably and boost your confidence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Socialize with people who are of the same mindset as you, and you will come up with a really good moneymaking idea. Plan a trip that is sure to offer fun, excitement and adventure. Volunteer your services.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Observation will be necessary to stay in control. Keep your intentions to yourself, and you will be able to execute what you want without conflict. You will take your competition by surprise, giving you a positive edge.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Someone may try to get you riled up today. Try to remain calm and learn to say a simple no. Consider what will make you feel better about who you are.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): By being a good listener you will gain respect, admiration and trust. Don’t be tempted to spend impulsively, even if you do feel inclined to treat someone you are trying to impress. Offer your time, not your money.

Birthday Baby: You are strong, sensitive and creative, all wrapped up into one neat little package. You can handle just about anything that comes your way and show great empathy toward others.