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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, April 22, 2018: This year you refuse to be held back by negativity and/or insecurities. You will start to claim your full power. If you are single, you are likely to meet someone after the summer who could knock your socks off. This person could be in your life for a long time. If you are attached, the two of you really feel at home together, no matter where you are. You don’t let others interfere with your dialogue and actions. LEO could play a significant role in encouraging you to be more open and visible.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ You might be dragging in the morning. Don’t worry — later in the day, your energy will return. Your mischievous personality and willingness to let go emerge in the evening. You finally will hear the full story about a confusing mix-up. Tonight: Live in the moment.

This Week: You become a workaholic through Tuesday.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★ You might not want to reveal everything you know just yet. By the evening, you’ll gain a better understanding about a recent mix-up. You are likely to find that you are less tense about a certain matter. Walk away from a controlling situation. Tonight: Dinner for two.

This Week: Tap into your creativity to create the mood you want and need.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★★ You could be in a situation that might seem impossible to explain. Your smile creates compassion and support, which others receive loud and clear. Do not allow yourself to be boxed into a corner by a loved one who has manipulative traits. Tonight: Reach out to a close friend.

This Week: Schedule meetings, return calls and deal with interpersonal issues.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★★ You suddenly might have an attack of the green-eyed monster. Everyone feels insecure sometimes, which can trigger jealousy. Ask yourself where you feel you don’t meet the grade. Understand that you probably can change the situation. Tonight: Invite others out for dinner.

This Week: Make calls and schedule meetings from Wednesday on.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ You perk up by the end of the day. You might feel as if you are unstoppable. Be more forthright about what is on your mind. You can deliver bad news in way that the other party does not fully register until days later. If you need to use that skill, do. Tonight: Celebrate the night!

This Week: The faster you proceed, the more fortunate you will be.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ You might want to cocoon and make it a day of rest. If you had 24 hours free to spend however you’d like, what would you do? That is the issue you face, and now is your time to follow through. Avoid a controlling person. Tonight: Actions speak louder than words.

This Week: Getting into work mode might take until late Tuesday.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★ You are full of energy and excitement, especially after making plans and/or hearing from a friend. Don’t let a roommate’s or family member’s demanding behavior get to you. Know how controlling this person can be. Tonight: The more, the merrier.

This Week: Use Monday and Tuesday for meetings with important people.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Pressure builds. Take a stand about an important matter that could affect your career. You usually take strong stands, but perhaps you might opt to be more laid-back at the present moment. Recognize that someone close to you is on the warpath. Tonight: In the limelight.

This Week: You are a star Monday and Tuesday, no matter which way you turn. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ Do not back down in a disagreement about funds, yet try to stay open-minded. If you can, distance yourself from the other party involved for a while. You do not want to play into this person’s all-or-nothing behavior. Tonight: Dinner with a loved one.

This Week: You could be in the position of needing someone’s expertise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★ You might be much more challenging than you realize. A power play could be tiring, no matter what end you are on. Pulling away isn’t likely to work. Consider being authentic and having a direct conversation. Forget all-or-nothing thinking. Tonight: Leader of the gang.

This Week: A partner makes a big difference in what happens.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★ Others seek you out; they have a lot to share. Are you ready to be more open with a loved one? Give up power plays or trying to win. The more authentic you are, the better the results will be. Work on not taking a comment personally. Tonight: Dinner out.

This Week: Others seek you out to the point that you might need to screen your calls.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★ You’ll want some time to recharge, catch up on sleep and get down to the basics. If you have a friend you can relax with, schedule some time together in the afternoon. A loved one could become difficult at the last minute, and you might feel challenged. Tonight: Do what you must.

This Week: You will get past a sluggish feeling by late Tuesday.