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Happy Birthday (Oct. 1): An optimistic outlook will help you deal with people who are stuck in their ways. Your numbers are 7, 15, 18, 26, 35, 38, 41.

Birthday Baby: You are articulate, conscientious and optimistic. You are trendy and humanitarian.

Aries (March 21-April 19): You need a break and a chance to get a different perspective on whatever situation you face. ★ ★ ★ Taurus (April 20-May 20): Make up your mind. If you keep fluctuating back and forth, you’ll confuse the people you want to come on board. ★ ★ ★

Gemini (May 21-June 20): Your effective way of dealing with people and situations will attract someone as convincing as you. ★ ★ ★ Cancer (June 21-July 22): Keep moving forward and you’ll avoid situations that can lead you into battle. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Refuse to let your emotions take over when dealing with situations that are inconsistent or unpredictable. ★ ★ Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A conversation will prompt you to rethink the dynamics of a relationship with someone close to you. ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Spend more time researching ideas and plans you’ve been contemplating. ★ ★ ★ Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make a change for the right reason, not because your emotions tell you to. ★ ★ ★ Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec.

21): A willingness to work alongside people who share your sentiments will lead to new beginnings. ★ ★ ★ Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Size up whatever situation you face before you take action. ★ ★ ★ ★ Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A commitment to someone you love will bring you closer together. ★ ★ Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Keep life simple, moderate and peaceful. Do what you can to help others, but don’t put outsiders before family and your own personal needs. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★