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: Rihanna, 38; Miles Teller, 39; Brian Littrell, 51; Cindy Crawford, 60.
Birthday Baby: You are kind, generous and opportunistic. You are responsive and persistent.
Happy Birthday: Step up, take control and be the one to make things happen. Organize, host, participate and lead the way, and see what transpires. Explore the possibilities, live, learn and engage in talks and activities that broaden your scope and add value to whatever you choose to do. Refuse to let emotions interfere with doing what's right. Positive change requires innovative ideas and discipline to see matters through to the end. Your numbers are 1, 12, 19, 27, 30, 36, 43.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put everything in context before you choose to speak or act. Overreacting emotionally will cost you if you aren't careful. Instead, put your skills to work for you and concentrate on cleaning up unfinished business, or offer your time and services to a cause that concerns you, and you'll feel good at the end of the day. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Hidden matters will rise to the surface, and information divulged will require attention. Put your energy into bringing about positive change and resolving issues that can damage your reputation or position if you don't take responsibility for your actions. Use your charisma to reach out to the powers that be, and your opportunity will present itself. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Live, learn and adjust. Your ability to shift from one thing to another is your strength. Refuse to let anyone weaken you with their rhetoric or manipulative charm. Show discipline, courage and the wherewithal to think for yourself and to do what's best for you. Strive for equality, and move forward in a direction that serves your purpose. 4 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Set high standards and goals, and dodge those pushing negativity and fake information. Choose to nurture your mind, body and soul, and to offer a positive attitude and suggestions that are uplifting, kind and considerate. What you portray and offer others is what you will attract in return. Protect your space and your well-being. 2 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Listen to suggestions, live, learn, and love who you are and what you can do. Life choices will make a difference. Educate yourself to be the person you want to be. Your willpower, determination and innovative outlook will help you rise to the top. Be the driver in your life, not a passenger who's on someone else's journey. 5 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Choose what pulls at your heartstrings, and discover something new about who you are and what you can do. Taking the initiative to use all your attributes to fine-tune your life to suit your taste is the path to happiness, success and peace of mind. Trust your instincts, share your intentions and make things happen. Romance looks promising. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Simplicity is the key to taking care of personal business and mapping out a plan that helps you mesh your responsibilities from all aspects of your life in a positive, workable manner. Peace of mind comes from organization, not procrastination. Pour your energy into completing and enjoying the rewards that follow. Learn from experience, and initiate change. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Anger is a waste of time. If you want to make a difference, do so with grace, charm and truth. Nurture relationships, make promises and follow through with your plans. A positive adjustment at home will also change the dynamics of a meaningful relationship. The more you open up, the easier it is to see what's possible. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Focus on what you can change instead of wasting time on people, situations and things you have no control over. Home improvements that make your life easier, efficient or gratifying will lift you and encourage you to spend more time with the people you love and doing the things that make you happy. Walk away from drama and manipulative people. 5 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Pay attention to what's happening in the workforce. Prepare to make a shift, if necessary, to secure and pursue a lucrative future. Disregard questionable information. Facts matter, and your sources for information will reflect what you do and how you feel. Patience and understanding will help you maintain a happy mindset and better control and outcome. 2 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your energy where it counts, and pay attention to your money, health and emotional well-being. How you handle your position, authority and possessions will determine how you feel at the end of the day. Buying and selling look promising and can promote new opportunities to simplify and enjoy your life. Choose realism over emotional mayhem. 4 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Choose the path that captures your attention and warms your heart. Participate in events that do their best to help those less fortunate or a cause that concerns you. Change requires time, energy and thoughtful choices. Communication, education and travel are in your best interests and will lead to opportunities to use your skills to the fullest. 3 stars