CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Maude Apatow, 26; Adam Brody, 44; Julie Taymor, 71; Don Johnson, 74.
Happy Birthday: Take responsibilities seriously, and handle your finances with care. Don’t rely on others to offer sound advice or live up to impossible promises. Being ready, willing and able to get things done physically will put your mind at rest and encourage you to be fully responsible for your achievements and happiness. Trust yourself and take nothing for granted; you won’t be disappointed in your returns. Your numbers are 4, 15, 23, 31, 35, 39, 44.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Learn from your mistakes. Take a reserved approach to sensitive situations. Direct your energy wisely and map out your plan before you head out to shop or attend festivities. Don’t feel inclined to take on or deny yourself something to appease others. 4 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Say no to temptation. It’s the festive season, and getting caught up in the hustle and bustle and spending more than you can afford are easy. Put a budget together and a plan in place to prevent a costly emotional, financial or physical setback. 2 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Take good care of your possessions, money and secrets. Nurture relationships that matter to you, and distance yourself from those you cannot trust. If you use your imagination when trying to solve a dilemma, you’ll outmaneuver anyone who tries to lead you astray. 5 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Play to win. Explore the possibilities and plant yourself where the action is, and something good will transpire. Use your knowledge, experience and skills to outmaneuver anyone who challenges you or tries to compete with you. Choose gratitude as your guide and erase negativity from your mind. 3 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Challenge yourself. Work-related festivities will allow you to network. Show compassion and loyalty, and someone will see your potential. Update your image and dress for success, and you won’t go unnoticed. Control your emotions, regardless of what others do or say. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t let emotions interfere with business. You may not agree with or like what transpires in the workplace, but a positive attitude will help more than anger or getting chippy with a superior. Be productive. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don’t get stuck in someone else’s dream. Put your energy into your happiness and engage in events and pursuits that bring you closer to your destination of choice. Say no to situations that no longer work for you and build the life you desire. 2 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Speak from the heart. Transparency will lead to stability at home and within meaningful relationships. Discuss your true feelings and intentions; the feedback you receive will end the uncertainty and stress of pretenses. Embrace truth, love and happiness. 4 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A miscalculation will leave you wondering what to do next. Look at your alternatives, and you’ll find how to use your skills to compensate for any discrepancy you encounter. Make your words sparse and your actions count. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take advantage of a financial opportunity. You can bolster your way forward using ingenuity and common sense. Speak the truth and follow through. Protect what you have worked so hard to accumulate and implement the changes that honor personal growth and a better lifestyle. 3 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Follow your heart and put your energy where it contributes to what you want to unfold. Don’t feel slighted if someone takes a different path. It’s OK to go separate ways and connect when the timing is better. Acceptance and gratitude are essential. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t jump to conclusions or pick a fight. Be grateful and willing to help others. Be the one to calm the waters and offer peace and love to those you encounter. Your attitude will lead to gifts and gains far beyond your expectations. 4 stars
Birthday Baby: You are intense, secretive and disciplined. You are adventuresome and talented.
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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