Happy Birthday: You’ll face emotional challenges that will keep you on your toes and prepare you for inevitable change. Observe what others do and don’t buy into any plan where pressure or emotional manipulation is present. Partnerships will be questionable. Be your own boss and stay focused on your dreams, and the benefits will outweigh the losses. Your numbers are 6, 11, 18, 25, 31, 37, 42.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep working on personal projects until they are complete. It’s what you accomplish that will bring you satisfaction, not what other people say or do. A personal change will spark an exciting idea. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get a head start on your upcoming week. Consider what you want to accomplish and prepare accordingly. Call in a favor from someone you’ve helped in the past if it provides the positive reinforcement you need to reach your goal. 4 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Walk away from anyone who is putting pressure on you. Ulterior motives are present and the outcome will not be in your favor. Back away from moneymaking schemes, poor influences and excess of any kind. Focus on your health and well-being. 2 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Implement something unique and different into your life. Start a new hobby or develop a friendship with someone from a different background. New ideas and projects will spring from the experience you encounter. A joint venture looks promising. 5 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): An offer will not live up to its presentation. Be wary of anyone making broad statements to lure you into something of little substance. Do your own thing and you will receive full credit for your actions. Celebrate with someone you love. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t make any hasty decisions that will affect your income. Put more effort into learning, discovering and expanding your interests. A day trip will lead to an interesting observation and an unexpected change. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Make personal alterations that will help you gain knowledge, skills and expertise. Don’t let the changes others make stop you from doing what will help you excel. A romantic gesture without a commitment should be rejected. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Socialize, attend an entertaining event or do something that will help you strive for perfection. Listen to others, and you will discover how to get the same results for a lot less. Share your feelings with someone you love. 5 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Avoid traveling or operating heavy equipment. Don’t argue with someone who has more clout than you. Make a commitment to a loved one, and pursue greater stability and security in your life. 2 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Live life to the fullest. Engage in events that will lead to chance encounters with interesting people. Don’t hesitate to try something new. It could spark an idea that will bring in a wealth of opportunities. 4 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Shake things up at home. Move things around or plan a special evening with someone you love. Putting greater emphasis on protecting and nurturing what you have will lead to positive changes. Work at improving your standard of living. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Gauge what everyone else is doing before you make a decision to join in. Do your own thing and work quietly to perfect whatever you are trying to achieve and present. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are determined, spontaneous and imaginative. You are aggressive and inquisitive.