Your Birthday for September 22, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | September 22nd, 2016

Born today, you are a strong-willed individual, but the confidence you display to the world at large often belies an insecurity that lurks just beneath the surface. This insecurity compels you to seek out praise and approval wherever you may be, and to attract supporters and backers into your circle as often as possible. You are perfectly able to achieve a great deal on your own, but you don't necessarily believe that such accomplishments are truly valuable unless someone else tells you so. Still, you are driven by a force deep within that moves you forward at all times; you are never content to rest on your laurels -- or, indeed, to rest at all!

You have much more in common with those around you than you might think. When you finally realize that this can be a source of inspiration to you, the lid will come off, and you will burst forth in a new way, to do a great many new things that are truly memorable -- in conjunction with others, no doubt!

Also born on this date are: Joan Jett, singer; Debby Boone, singer; Scott Baio, actor; Andrea Bocelli, singer; Bonnie Hunt, actress; Shari Belafonte, actress; Tommy Lasorda, baseball manager; Mike Matheny, baseball player; Elizabeth Bear, author; Tai Babilonia, figure skater.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

SAGITTARIIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- No one need be aware of what is really driving you forward. Your motivation -- and your inspiration -- are your business.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You can put things together in a different way and come up with something completely new and exciting to you and others.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Let your imagination lead you where it will, especially when you are working with a loved one to solve a stubborn problem.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A picture may be worth a thousand words, but how you express yourself will prove essential to your progress at home and in the workplace.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll be party to someone else's progress, and will be able to share in any attendant celebration when the time comes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are never going to be able to do what someone else does in quite the same way, so why not concentrate on developing your own unique style?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You may have to be on call, so readiness is absolutely essential. You must be able to pull yourself away at a moment's notice.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You may be farther from someone important to you than you have ever been before. Keep the lines of communication open, by all means.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Your halfway point may have shifted somewhat, requiring you to work a little harder, and a little longer, before taking a break.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It's time to introduce a loved one to a new idea you've been playing with for some time. Setting it in motion will require adjustments.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Your work is likely to expose you to some kind of danger, either physical or emotional. You must protect yourself in any way you can.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You may make more errors than usual, but if you are aware of them, you can also clean up after yourself -- no one has to know!

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Your Birthday for September 21, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | September 21st, 2016

Born today, you tend to go about your business in such a quiet, unassuming way that those around you may not even be aware of what you are accomplishing. Indeed, you are capable of achieving much in your lifetime. You often seem to be one thing when, in fact, you turn out to be something else entirely. This ability to mask your nature can come in handy both professionally and personally, but it carries with it responsibility and even danger: You run the risk of losing touch with your true self if you indulge too often, or too fully, in any "shadow identity" that you have manufactured for whatever reason. Being in touch with the real you is essential to your work, success, personal life and ability to navigate the complexities of daily living.

You have a keen wit and a vivid imagination. If you can see it in your mind's eye, you can make it real -- at least for yourself. You can also be quite an accomplished liar, for you will always believe a falsehood if you choose to do so -- and so, for you, it becomes the truth.

Also born on this date are: Bill Murray, actor; Stephen King, author; Faith Hill, singer; Larry Hagman, actor; Luke Wilson, actor; Ricki Lake, actress and talk show host; Chuck Jones, animator; H.G. Wells, author; Jerry Bruckheimer, producer; Nancy Travis, actress; Ethan Coen, filmmaker; Cheryl Hines, actress; Rob Morrow, actor.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You may be feeling a great deal of pressure, but you are prepared for the challenges that will come your way. Be confident!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to find yourself battling someone who, in any other situation, would be a friend and enthusiastic supporter.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You can derive a great deal of strength and inspiration by remembering just where you came from and who is in your corner.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- How well you perform during the day depends in large part on how well you sleep and how much you dream the night before. Make connections!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have every reason to support a friend who is going through something you have gone through yourself in the recent past.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You can turn in a solid performance and get back on track after disappointing yourself in the recent past.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- What you do today may not be quite enough, on its own, to get you through to the next level -- but you must stay the course and do your best.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You can enjoy a big finish after struggling a bit on the journey to where you are right now. Others give you their support.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You may not understand exactly what is being asked of you, but if you proceed step by step, you're sure to satisfy expectations.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You can make a gesture to those backing you that means more than anything else you could do at this time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You are in a position to demand of others what you would demand of yourself in the same situation. Don't accept anything less!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You can give someone exactly what he or she needs, even though it hasn't been openly expressed. You're working on the same wavelength.

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Your Birthday for September 20, 2016

by Stella Wilder

Your Birthday | September 20th, 2016

Born today, you will have staked your claim to fame and fortune at a very early age. This doesn't mean that success is guaranteed! On the contrary, it depends largely upon your ability to focus, to work hard, to climb the highest peaks and to stay on course even when everything around you is pulling you this way and that, threatening to distract you from your work. In other words, it may be quite clear when you are young what your particular destiny may be, but fulfilling that destiny depends on you, and you must never sit back and wait for it to come to you. Rather, you must pursue it aggressively, with a cool head and a clear eye, often subjecting yourself to hardship and sacrifice.

You have tremendous charm and charisma, and you know how to open doors with just a look. There are always some who will put themselves at your disposal and give you precisely what you want before you even ask! Take care, however: You must never abuse this gift, but use it wisely and sparingly.

Also born on this date are: Sophia Loren, actress; Anne Meara, actress; Gary Cole, actor; Upton Sinclair, author; Guy Lafleur, hockey player; Debbi Morgan, actress; Kristen Johnston, actress; Jay Ward, animator.

To see what is in store for you tomorrow, find your birthday and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birthday star be your daily guide.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your ability to look beyond an immediate problem and see the big picture over the long term is sure to serve you well throughout the day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You have a long history of success at a certain endeavor, and there's no reason to do it any differently from the way it's worked for you before.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You will want to play it cool. Remain calm and rational, no matter what kind of challenges may be thrown your way.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A look back at prior communications will reveal to you a breakdown that has resulted in a current difficulty. A solution is at hand.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You and a friend will surely be in sync. The two of you can do things together in a manner that wins a great deal of praise from others.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Quality and quantity can both increase, but don't focus on results as much as the methods you use to achieve them.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You are more able than most others to see things in a balanced, unbiased fashion -- though you do have your opinions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- You may want to challenge someone's version of what has been happening recently. You have a unique point of view.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- You can get things done rather quickly, but you don't want to let your methods be dictated by pace. Focus on the finer points.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You may have to decline an invitation that you would very much like to accept. There is a personal issue hanging over you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- You'll want to make sure that you are well beyond the halfway point before you pull up and take a look back. Keep momentum high.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) -- You're likely to fall back on a familiar option rather than experiment with something new. Fatigue may well be a factor.

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