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.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Evan Peters, 39; Skeet Ulrich, 56; Rainn Wilson, 60; Bill Maher, 70.
Birthday Baby: You are entertaining, proactive and dynamic. You are curious and open-minded.
Happy Birthday: Preparation is overrated if you're procrastinating. Trust your instincts and move quickly. It's time to pull everything together and deliver what you have to offer to the world. Take the initiative to follow through and turn your goals into concrete action. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Be the driving force and turn your ideas into opportunities. Plan, process and proceed with enthusiasm. Life, love and happiness are yours to behold. Your numbers are 3, 16, 20, 27, 34, 43, 46.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Think before you spend; financial spontaneity will meet with regret. Pay attention to the cost of living, and seek solutions to lower your overhead. Choose to do the work yourself instead of hiring someone to do something you can handle on your own. Physical action and activity will be good for your health and well-being. Share something special with someone you love. 4 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may gravitate toward personal or professional change, but observation and thinking your way past the start, all the way to the result, is the better route. Find out if there are any regulations or rules to address before you begin. Following proper protocol is essential if you want to remain in good standing. 2 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Cautionary measures will help you dodge scammers, users and abusers. Let your intuition, experience and intelligence ward off anyone trying to take advantage of you. Go about your business and strive to learn something new and to achieve the objectives on your to-do list. Self-care, pampering and spending time with someone you love are favored. 5 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your perspective will be out of whack. Hold off on making decisions that concern investments, health and legal matters. Bide your time, gather information and search for a minimalist solution. The "go big or go home" mentality will weigh you down rather than prop you up. Look for unique alternatives you can do and handle yourself. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You'll have to juggle your time, money and personal needs wisely to avoid falling behind. Refuse to let anyone monopolize your time by convincing you their journey is more important than yours. Be good to yourself, and make it clear to others what you are willing to contribute. It's time to change the dynamics of unequal relationships. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you feel left out, do something about it. Socializing will deliver better perks than you expect. The people you encounter or the memories you make with those you care about most will encourage you to explore new possibilities and to incorporate what you enjoy most into your routine. Invest more time and energy in personal gratification. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't let anger set in when action is required. Call on your emotions and intuition to lead the way, and surround yourself with people who make you think and inspire you to follow your creative dreams. Refuse to overload your roster with people and activities that drain you rather than give you purpose. Choose your bliss. 5 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Tie up loose ends, and prepare to move on. Venture out into your community, and you'll discover all sorts of opportunities to better and more efficiently use your skills and experience. You are overdue for a change. Joining forces with someone who shares your beliefs and direction will help you build momentum. 2 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don't overlook what's obvious. Ignoring what you must do will slow you down, not help you excel. Deal with issues head-on so you can move forward freely. It's time to use your imagination and intuitive insight to build a sound platform for testing what works best for you. Deal with and dump dead weight. 4 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put more energy behind your ideas, and see what happens. Turn an opportunity into additional income or cut your overhead. Get rid of what you don't use, or refocus your goals to suit your needs. Life is about choices and aligning yourself with what works best for you. Be practical, and choose a minimalist approach moving forward. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Start home improvement projects that are conducive to the lifestyle you want to live. Use your space to pursue projects that support better health or more cash or that help you find your bliss. Whatever you desire, it's up to you to make it happen. Reach out and make plans with those you enjoy being around. Romance is favored. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An event that takes you to a new location will inspire you through vision, communication and the journey there and back. The change to your surroundings will offer insight into how you can improve your day-to-day living. Look into the possibilities and how best to revise your lifestyle to better suit your needs. Initiate change. 3 stars