If it’s your birthday

You’re in a great position to turn your talent into income. Yet don’t be fooled into thinking this is going to be easy, nor do you want it to be. You’re entering unfamiliar territory, which is where you want to be for maximum creative potential. The compass that will help you hold to your course is doing what really matters to you, and whatever you may do, do it well. You share a birthday with Lisa Germano, J.J. Abrams and Tobey Maguire. MARCH 21-APRIL 19 Be careful not to exaggerate your feelings, and then translate that into something you want to pass as being reasonable. If you’re feeling revved up and excited about life, put on your favorite music and dance around the house. If you have a concern, say it in as few words as possible. APRIL 20-MAY 20 Let the easy things be easy, and don’t make the difficult ones any harder. If you’re trying to crack a puzzle at work, don’t knock your head against it, or argue with anyone. Slow down, and focus on describing the problem in a way that it can be solved. The solution will be obvious. MAY 21-JUNE 20 At least here in the U.S. of A., most us already have most of what we need. If you find yourself saying you really must have something, first check if you’ve got one stashed in the closet or in your desk drawer. This applies to emotional needs as well. SEPT. 23-OCT. 22 Understate your talents and abilities. Rather than try to sell yourself or convince anyone of your capabilities, mention what you can do, when it’s appropriate, in minimalist style. Then, overperform. This will stand out in any environment in which people are making promises they cannot keep. OCT. 23-NOV. 21 You run the risk of believing what you want to be true. This might be out of convenience, or fear of what is actually so; it’s time, however, to get your fact-checking department up and running. Question your beliefs and your assumptions. Look carefully for the ones you have not noticed yet.