CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Pharrell Williams, 42; Mike McCready, 49; Mitch Pileggi, 63; Agnetha Faltskog, 65.

Happy Birthday: Do your research carefully. You can make positive changes if you delve into unusual methods of doing things. Following someone else’s actions won’t turn out the way you want. You are better off following the path that best suits your skills, knowledge and attributes. Follow your heart, use your head and let your intuition lead the way.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Opportunities are present, but you have to go after them. Don’t sit around waiting for someone to call you. Apply for positions of interest and add a unique twist to your resume that will make you stand out.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Re-evaluate your personal and professional positions. If you aren’t happy with the way things are going, consider your options. Check out what you need to learn in order to follow your dreams, hopes and wishes.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Observation will be a great teacher. You can choose to offer up information or gather it instead. The biggest benefits will come from what you learn, not from teaching others. Make space at home to encourage yourself to expand your knowledge.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take a break and keep your thoughts to yourself. You need time to rejuvenate and to reconsider your course of action before you put any plan into motion. Pampering will be in your best interest, and self-improvement projects will reduce stress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Step up and speak up. You can make a difference if you are passionate about your beliefs. Don’t worry about someone who doesn’t share your viewpoint. It’s best to find out where you stand so that you can avoid future confrontations.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Prepare to make the personal changes you’ve been contemplating. You’ll be happy with the results you get and the responses you receive. An investment can help stabilize your life and raise your standards of living. Love is highlighted.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be very careful how you handle friends, family and partners. Diplomacy, integrity and patience will put you in a position that is conducive to getting what you want. Don’t be afraid to experiment and do things differently.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Focus on what you want and don’t stop until you have figured out how to get your way. Change is in the stars and will result in an interesting turn of events. Secretive actions will bring the best results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You will have the upper hand regarding matters that affect your home or community. Speak up, but don’t exaggerate or use false information to win favors. Honesty will lead you to the winner’s circle. Speak up and be prepared to take action.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Concentrate on what is realistic. If you take on too much, you will lose sight of your goals. Don’t run about trying to do things that can wait. Emotional issues will surface, costing you valuable time and disrupting important relationships.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take a moment to remember the things that used to make you happy. If there was a particular way you used to do things, invent a way to make it fit your current lifestyle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t make a snap decision regarding a contract, settlement or financial matter. Wait until you can obtain more information before you put your future on the line. It’s better to be safe than sorry. Focus on romance and personal improvements.

Birthday Baby: You are enthusiastic, creative and competitive. You are engaging and persistent.

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