The last word in astrology

April 23, 2018

Celebrities born on this day: Dev Patel, 28; Rachel Skarsten, 33; Jaime King, 39; George Lopez, 57.

Happy Birthday! Consider your alternatives this year. Maintain structure and stability in your life by keeping busy with activities that promise to encourage a better state of mind as well as a healthy body. Added discipline will help you achieve goals you set, so don’t just think about what to do — take action. Your numbers are 9, 15, 22, 28, 35, 39, 47.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Use your brain and power of persuasion to get your way. An exciting offer will lead to a tough choice. Take the path that will give you the most in return. Put your needs first. ★★★★★

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t let an emotional issue get you down when you should be moving forward. Look for any chance you get to improve your status and your standard of living. Children or an unpredictable individual will pose a problem if you aren’t firm. ★★

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Helping others, offering suggestions and taking on responsibilities around the house will all contribute to better relationships with the people around you. Open your home for group meetings or as a gathering place for friends. ★★★★

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Venture out and discover something new. Be receptive to group meetings, creative endeavors and expanding your circle of friends. Activities that encourage you to be a participant should be your priority. Romance will improve your life. ★★★

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make a difference. Speak up and do your best to bring about changes at home or work that will improve morale. Getting along and accepting others’ suggestions will turn you into the type of leader who gets things done and gains popularity. ★★★

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t worry so much about what others are doing. As long as you are happy with your performance and what you accomplish, that’s all that matters. You will learn how best to get ahead by doing your own thing. ★★★

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Keep your opinions to yourself if you want to avoid discord. Domestic changes will turn out to be more difficult than anticipated. Focus more on what you can do to help a cause or to help those in need of assistance. ★★★★

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Being too possessive, controlling or excessive will send the wrong signal to someone you are trying to impress. Put your emotional energy into a creative endeavor instead of trying to coerce others to do things your way. A romantic gesture is encouraged. ★★

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Communication is key to getting what you want. Be open to suggestions, and you will also receive hands-on help initiating what you want to achieve. Presenting what you have discovered or developed will be well-received. Networking and meetings are favored. ★★★★★

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Look at the big picture when dealing with situations that have the potential to change suddenly. Know your alternatives and make a decision based on facts. Short notice will be the tactic someone uses to catch you off guard. ★★★

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t get dragged into someone else’s melodrama. Distance yourself from people exhibiting bad habits or making poor lifestyle choices. It’s better to be there to pick up the pieces than to join in the mayhem. ★★★

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

Take care of your responsibilities and you’ll avoid complaints. Once you’re finished, you will have time to explore some of the pastimes that interest you. Share your feelings and concerns; you’ll get a different perspective from someone you respect. ★★★

Birthday Baby: You are dedicated, persuasive and stubborn. You are ambitious and resilient.