Happy Birthday: Take a serious look at what’s happening around you and how you can use your skills, intelligence and energy to bring about positive change. Your contributions will make a difference and increase awareness regarding your character and long-term goals. Set the stage for what’s to come and live up to your promises, and everything else will fall into place. Choose to be helpful, not critical. Your numbers are 7, 15, 24, 31, 38, 41, 49.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Consider your goal and develop a feasible, cost-efficient and functional plan. Don’t battle with the opposition when you can gain far more by doing what you do best. Romance is in the stars; share your feelings.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Stand tall and be proud of who you are and what you offer. A plan is worth something if you diligently turn your idea into something concrete. Live up to your potential; you’ll make an impression.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Face sensitive issues head-on. Your honesty will encourage a conversation with someone offering insight and physical backup to help you bring about change. A steady pace forward will help you gain onlookers’ confidence and contributions.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Speak up, take a leadership position and do your best to stay within budget when helping others. Negotiate on your behalf to ensure that you get a fair deal. Avoid situations that can damage your reputation or make you feel uncomfortable.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Stop and rethink your next move. Consider how good an offer is before deciding to participate in a joint venture. Be aware of anyone trying to push you into something or anyone who is vague regarding details and what’s expected of you.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Seek knowledge and start a new endeavor. Broaden your interests, pick up skills and connect with influencers and experts. Tell your story and turn what you feel passionate about into a cause others want to support. Don’t let emotions interfere with progress.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get out and have fun. Participation will lead to information and a connection to someone who can further your pursuits. Honesty will be the deciding factor regarding someone you want to get to know better. Ask a direct question and give frank answers.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Love and entertainment will be costly. Put a cap on spending and what you put up with from others. A change of heart will encourage you to live life your way and to let go of what isn’t working for you anymore.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be guarded with your response to anyone prying into your affairs. Personal information given out too freely will put you in a vulnerable position. Make changes to protect your passwords, priceless belongings and how you earn your living.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Ignore what others do and focus on what makes you happy. Fix your surroundings, make yourself comfortable and build a retreat that eases stress and is a welcoming environment for those you love. Improve your home workspace, and your productivity will skyrocket.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take inventory and weed out what’s useless to you. Decluttering will make your life easier and your stress level lower. Refuse to let a friend or relative influence your decisions or twist your arm to do something that satisfies them more than you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Refuse to let others limit you. Consider what you enjoy doing, and add skills to your resume that will encourage an opportunity to follow your dream. Don’t let love or a sensitive situation cost you. Spend time with people who share your interests.

— Eugenia Last