ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t waste time. Running about and taking care of year-end obligations that deter late fees will put your mind at ease and make your life less stressful. Travel, communication and a personal pick-me-up will enhance your day and encourage you to engage in playful antics with those you favor. 3 stars

IF JUNE 25 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: Over the next three to four weeks, it may be wise to accept an offer or fulfill a request that seems minor but could bring long-term rewards. Weigh your options carefully before deciding, and try to steer clear of early July.

Personal and professional gains await you. Look at the big picture, but concentrate on what’s most important to you and head in that direction. How you use your connections, attributes and experience to navigate your way forward will be a telltale sign of the rewards that follow.

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Your charm and charisma will carry weight this year. Step up to the podium and let your leadership qualities prevail. The more you are willing to do, the higher the returns. Prepare to take whatever interests or motivates you above and beyond the call of duty.

IF APRIL 25 IS YOUR BIRTHDAY: You may be focused on getting things done quickly, which could rub some people the wrong way. Always make important decisions based on logic rather than emotions. Things might get better for you as the next few weeks unfold.