CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joel Grey, Louise Lasser, John Sheffield, Michele Scarabelli.

Happy Birthday: Pick and choose what’s important to you this year. The focus should be on you this year and not on helping everyone around you. If you are steadfast and forceful in your approach, you will impress those willing to support your efforts.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You’ll have plenty of options today. Do things that will provide you with adventure and cultural knowledge. It’s time for you to make professional and personal changes in your life.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A family member will be upset if you make changes without consent. Be careful not to offend people that you have to deal with regularly. Do what you must to avoid trouble.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Get involved in activities that require stamina and endurance. Your competitive nature, versatility and know-how will lead you in a positive direction.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Extravagance will be a key issue today. Refrain from trying to buy friendship. It’s time to make some personal changes.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You’ll probably drive everyone around you crazy if you are too intent on getting everyone to do things your way. Allow others the freedom to do as they please. You don’t have to lead all the time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may want to look over your personal papers today. You’ll probably discover that you can save a bit of money if you make a few changes. Investments will pay off if you play your cards right.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your offer of help will make a difference to the way others view you. You will receive an opportunity from someone who is impressed with your creative, intelligent suggestions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your change in attitude will cause upset and worry. Formulate your ideas but do not implement them just yet.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Grab any opportunity to travel. The ideas and concepts that you discover will lead to prosperous ventures. Different perspectives can be gained.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There are issues to be dealt with regarding your financial situation, and you need to clear them up now. Make whatever changes are necessary to improve your investments.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may feel a little muddled by the signals that other people are sending you. Be blunt and ask what’s going on before the situation occupies your day, leaving little room to accomplish anything else.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You won’t be short of good ideas for making some extra money. Be inventive and believe in yourself and what you can produce.

You can make a profit.

Birthday Baby: You will want it all, and that may be difficult if you aren’t willing to compromise. You will be strong, stubborn and will not back down regardless of what you face. You will have high standards, morals and ethics.