CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Swift, 33; Jamie Foxx, 55; Wendie Malick, 72; Dick Van Dyke, 97.

Happy Birthday: Clear up unfinished business and ease stress. Closing out one year and opening another with a clean slate will empower you to incorporate plans that will add to your stability and make you feel secure moving forward. Simplify your life by gravitating toward people who ground you instead of toward those who cause havoc and negativity. Choose peace over chaos. Your numbers are 4, 9, 15, 22, 27, 37, 42.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Listen carefully, and you’ll avoid a dispute. It’s not worth your time to start a feud with someone who doesn’t share your beliefs. Put your energy into being the best you can be and making a positive difference to those you encounter. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you crave change, do something simple and fun rather than extensive and expensive. Use your connections to find out what’s going on and how you can use what’s trending to get ahead. Do things right, not in haste. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Not so fast. Time is on your side, and doing your due diligence will pay off. Focus on what’s important to you and the responsibilities that need your attention. Don’t leave yourself short because you feel you must clean up someone else’s mistake. 4 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Draw on your insight and creative talent to make self-improvements. Promote what you love to do and turn it into a commercial venture. Avoid shared expenses or picking up after others. Protect what you’ve worked so hard to achieve. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): If you want something, speed up the process, and don’t stop until you are satisfied with the results. Do your best to help others along the way and share your success with those you love. A positive attitude will attract helpers. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Promote change and make things happen. Your enthusiasm and drive will help draw attention and support for you to achieve something new and exciting. A little charm will go a long way regarding love, personal gain and happiness. Romance is encouraged. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Learn all you can before you make a move or say something you’ll regret. Discipline will be a necessity to reach your goals. Do what you can to be of help, but don’t neglect your responsibilities in the interim. Do what’s right. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don’t back yourself into a corner personally or professionally. Take time to go through the process from start to finish before deciding on what’s best for you. A move may not be welcomed by loved ones. Be patient, but don’t give up on your dreams. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Listen carefully; misinformation is heading your way. Verify information before you pass it along or alter your course due to what you hear. Searching for truth will enlighten you and encourage you to make a positive move. Hard work will pay off. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Address financial, medical or legal issues before time runs out. Don’t leave anything to chance or in someone else’s hands. Make positive changes to your home and share your time and space with friends and family. A unique offer is heading your way. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make a promise to yourself or someone you love that will show how you feel and how committed you are to a project, decision or plan. Added discipline, coupled with emotion and desire, will lead to better days ahead. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Abide by the rules and make sure your paperwork is updated. The more you do now, the easier it will be to enjoy the festive season. Transition into next year with a clean slate and a plan that excites you. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are ambitious, charming and emotional. You are creative and generous.

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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