CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Upton, 23; Leelee Sobieski, 32; Shane West, 37; DJ Qualls, 37.

Happy Birthday: Make changes for the right reasons. Offers that are hyped to the max will disappoint you. Make your own opportunities. A problem with an employer or institution is best handled with charm and diplomacy. You can get ahead if you are willing to do the legwork to reach your destination. Personal improvements will help you get ahead professionally. 

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put greater emphasis on self-improvement, checking out new possibilities and discussing future prospects with someone you want to spend more time with. Short trips and physical activity will prompt you to alter your lifestyle. 

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Talk to people who can offer insight into how to pursue something you want to do. Make a concerted effort to contribute something unique to an organization or charity, but don’t overspend. Offer time and services, not cash. 

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Be an observer for a change. You will end up being taking advantage of if you are too willing to share your talents. Put more energy into personal accomplishments and making the alterations that will bring you comfort and joy. 

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Accept the inevitable and keep moving. Use your creative imagination and you will discover new ways to advance personally and professionally. Don’t rely on hearsay. Do your own fact-checking and make choices that are based on practicality. 

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You’ll be restless and eager to bring about the changes that you’ve been dreaming about for a long time. Do the legwork required to move into a position that will benefit you and help you reach your long-term goals. Love is highlighted. 

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Do your best to clear your mind and lighten your obligations. Don’t sit back and let things pile up around you. Ease your stress by doing what needs to be done. Don’t rely on someone else to do the work for you. 

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take a step toward better health. Consider treating yourself to a spa day or implementing a healthier diet or lifestyle. Your thirst for knowledge will encourage you to travel mentally, philosophically or physically. Change will bring you greater opportunities. 

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Indulge in something totally different, but not costly. Choose an activity that’s fun, creative and inspirational. Enforcing the right to freely express your feelings will bring about changes, but before you go down that path, consider the consequences. 

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Try to make a series of investments and improvements in order to achieve better stability and personal satisfaction. Love is in the stars, and financial opportunities are heading your way. A romantic gesture will improve your personal life. 

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t make an impulsive move or decision. Not everyone will have your best interests at heart. Listen carefully and read the fine print. Stick close to home and concentrate on self-improvements and your personal goals. Avoid a fast-talking sales pitch. 

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You will learn a lot if you observe. Be patient and you will benefit. A partnership will allow you to use your skills to bring about positive changes. Personal progress will be attainable if you take charge and do the work. 

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Size up a situation before you offer to lend a hand. Consider how much you can actually do to make things better and weigh the costs involved emotionally, financially and physically. Only proceed if the task is doable. 

Birthday Baby: You are popular, friendly and progressive. You are a doer and a dreamer.

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