If it’s your birthday

If work has been on your mind, you’re likely to discover the perfect situation this year. Pay attention and make sure you find the right fit: work that excites you, with a future, and a situation where you have few reservations: preferably none, but no more than three. You’re on a bold path toward success and must give yourself every advantage. You share a birthday with Walter Lincoln Hawkins, Gary Oldman and Matthew Broderick. AUG. 23-SEPT. 22 You may be in contact with someone who was significant in an earlier era of your life. This might be an old friend, business partner or romantic interest. Does this relationship still have life? There’s just one way to find out: spend some time together and see what you learn. SEPT. 23-OCT. 22 As the next few days develop, you may feel the urge to share all of your secrets. This is an unusual impulse for you, and it’s probably a healthy one, though you’ll need to use your discretion. You might start by sharing your thoughts with one person you genuinely trust. OCT. 23-NOV. 21 You seem to be concerned about a close personal relationship, though it’s not all as dark or frightening as you may feel today. Sit with your feelings for a day or two, and consider alternative points of view. Remember, you’re a whole person, regardless of your relationship status. NOV. 22-DEC. 21 One long-term theme of your chart is seeking your financial independence. You might think that a personal relationship can provide this for you, though even if that’s true, you want to live under your own power and your own means. You’ll feel much better for doing so. DEC. 22-JAN. 19 Today is not the day to make any sudden decisions where a relationship is concerned. Any action you take now is likely to be irreversible. There is no rush, and there are many ways to look at this situation. Your own insecurity is the thing to focus on healing. JAN. 20-FEB. 18 The world around us is providing plenty of reasons for anxiety. Right now your concerns may seem more troubling than they really are. You have the ability to solve any problem, and to turn any situation to your benefit. The silver lining may turn out to be a silver mine. FEB. 19-MARCH 20 You have all the resources you need; now you must use them wisely. Rather than spending money, invest your mental energy into a high-priority project, and get others working for you. People know that your star is rising and the smart ones will be happy to help.