Happy Birthday: Socialize and network more this year; the payoff will be substantial. Your numbers are 6, 18, 23, 29, 33, 41, 48.

Birthday Baby: You are dedicated, efficient and imaginative. You are passionate and heroic.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Affairs of the heart will waver, causing you to question your personal and professional connections and relationships.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Spend more time at home. Being introspective will offer insight into what you need and want in your life to feel content. Don’t rely on others to make choices for you.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Speak up, be clear and deflect anyone’s attempt to manipulate you or your choices. Listen carefully, and you will gain insight into any ulterior motives someone has and how to deflect any negativity coming your way.

Cancer (June 21-July 22): Work behind the scenes to bring about change, and you’ll avoid interference. Pie-in-the-sky ideas that others offer may excite you, but refuse to get caught in someone else’s dream.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): A positive attitude will carry weight. Worry less about what others do, and go about your business. Don’t feel you have to accommodate others.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A little sparkle will go a long way. Do your best to get out and mingle with people who need a little cheer. It will change your perspective about life, love and what’s important to you, and help those you encounter get back on track.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You have plenty to gain whether you travel physically or spiritually. Open-mindedness will lead to encounters with interesting people and those who touch you deeply.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Check out possibilities, courses and organizations of interest, and you’ll discover something that resonates with you and what you want to pursue. Let your imagination take you on a journey that helps you uncover your feelings and desire for a better future.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be torn between what you want to do and what others expect. Get your act together and organize a schedule to do both. Disappointment comes from a lack of acting succinctly.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Pay attention to detail when dealing with financial and professional gain; you’ll notice something obscure that will give you an advantage Choose practicality over emotions.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put your energy into making the most of what you already have. Refuse to get bamboozled by someone offering something too good to be true.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Reevaluate what you want. Attend a social event that offers a unique perspective regarding new possibilities. Keep an open mind, but don’t let anyone take over.