CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Peyton Manning, 38; Alyson Hannigan, 40; Jim Parsons, 41; Louie Anderson, 61.

Happy Birthday: Consideration will have to be taken this year with regard to the people you choose to spend time with professionally and personally. Emotional factors will lead you down the wrong path. You have to separate your feelings from your decisions in order to reach your goals in the simplest, most effective and efficient manner. Make romance a priority.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put your skills to the test. Don’t get upset over trivial matters. Focus and make every moment count. Speak with confidence and you will get your way in the end. Romance and passion will improve your personal life.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Make suggestions based on your past experience. Don’t count on others when taking a leadership position will bring higher returns. Express your thoughts and follow through with your plans. Don’t depend on others to handle your responsibilities. Follow your instincts and win.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Diligence is key. Do what must be done and ask questions if you don’t like the way things are going. Deception is apparent and excess will lead to financial loss or a poor reputation. Focus on being and doing your very best.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Organize and make sure you are fully prepared before you jump into a situation or make impulsive changes. Emotions will skyrocket if you let the little things get to you. Focus on being creative as well as keeping the peace.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t mess with rules or those in a position of authority. Stick to what you know and be responsible for what you do. It’s your ability to get things done that will keep you out of trouble and heading in a positive direction.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Size up each situation you face. Determine your best plan of attack and concentrate on moving ahead until you feel you’ve reached your goal. Networking will open doors and encourage partnerships. Share your concerns and your intentions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Avoid criticism by following through with any promises you make or responsibilities you take on. Avoid taking drastic measures if it will upset your domestic scene or an important partnership. Incorporate suggestions from others in order to keep the peace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Raise your standards. Refuse to let anger get the better of you. Take on and complete whatever task you are given, but focus on the activities, events or endeavors that bring you greater satisfaction and joy. Home improvements will pay off.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll have to navigate your way through all the information you are given. Weed out anything that sounds too far-fetched. Sticking to the basics will enable you to reach your destination with the least amount of interference.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Question anyone trying to coerce you into doing something that doesn’t feel right. Follow your intuition and make decisions based on what you know, as well as past experience. Emotional manipulation is apparent. Don’t overreact.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Set your sights on what you want and go after your goals. A healthy, positive, go-getter attitude will impress some and threaten others. Do your best and don’t be afraid to negotiate on your own behalf. Love is on the rise.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Attitude will make the difference when it comes to dealing with touchy subjects. Letting your emotions lead the way will backfire. Take a cautious and controlled approach to anything that has the potential to be unpredictable.

Birthday Baby: You are creative, flexible and insightful. You are unique and passionate.

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