CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mike Trout, 32; Charlize Theron, 48; David Duchovny, 63; Wayne Knight, 68.

Happy Birthday: Take your time and nurture yourself and the ones you love. Focus on maintenance, and refuse to let the changes or directions others take disrupt your plans. Make stability and security your priorities. Don’t let desire, overindulgence and last-minute changes push you in a direction that can compromise your position or long-term goals. Take better care of your money, health and emotional well-being. Your numbers are 5, 14, 17, 22, 27, 39, 48.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pressuring others and making demands will set you back. Working alone will build confidence and encourage you to take on more moving forward. Refuse to let someone stand in your way or control your destiny. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t jump to conclusions. Address your to-do list and get satisfactory results. A change of heart will be due to how someone treats you. Let your intelligence, not your heart, be your guide. Mix business with pleasure, and you’ll gain respect and support. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Do your homework; someone will leave out important information. Make your priorities comfort, home and self-improvement, and verify facts before participating in something that might hurt your reputation, position or productivity. Keep your thoughts and plans a secret. Romance is favored. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Align yourself with like-minded people. Reach out to those with something to contribute and who are well versed in your goal. Distance yourself from those trying to redirect you, take advantage of you or tempt you to indulge. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Snap decisions will lead to trouble. Stay on the straight and narrow path and refuse to let temptation lure you in a different direction. Put your energy into living up to your promises and maintaining a good reputation that protects your status quo. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Keep your plans to yourself until everything is ready to launch. It’s up to you to take advantage of opportunities and turn something that interests you into a masterpiece. Your tireless work and enthusiasm will help you surpass expectations and dazzle onlookers. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Make every move count. Concentrate on participating physically in a cause that concerns you instead of donating. The process and experience, not the tax write-off, will enrich you. Spend time with loved ones doing things that bring you joy. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Size up your situation, use your skills and experience to achieve the changes you want to make, and consider partnering with someone who shares your vision. Use your imagination and persistence to position yourself for success. Don’t let emotions stifle your plans. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Listen carefully and question anything that sounds unrealistic. Take a stance and make physical changes to protect yourself from anyone trying to push you in an incompatible direction. A makeover will stroke your ego and raise your self-esteem. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are sitting in a better position than you realize. Don’t waste time or let someone control the outcome. Be aggressive and say and do whatever it takes to reach your objective. Invest more time and money in making your surroundings comfortable and convenient. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’ll need patience and the courage to say no to anyone trying to talk or tempt you into doing something erratic. Do your own thing if you want to make progress. Be secretive until you are ready to promote. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Follow the money. Partner with someone who has as much to contribute as you do. Speak up, make plans and follow through. Don’t let your emotions steer you in the wrong direction. Use your imagination and contacts to reach your goal. Positive change is apparent. 4 stars

Birthday Baby: You are spontaneous, generous and understanding. You are wise and thorough.

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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