Happy birthday, Alien! According to astrology, people born on August 9 tend to be full of energy, dependable and prone to sharing advice. You are convinced that you know what is best for those you love--and you're usually right. You can be an inspiring influence in your family but be careful that you don't become controlling and limit your partner's autonomy. You do not like to see anyone fail and will bend over backwards to help those in serious need. People wth a quieter energy may find you intimidating due to your personal magnetism but you have a great deal of empathy and a strong sense of responsibility. Most people born this day have a lifelong interest in education and can be found teaching or mentoring. You love the excitement of like-minded friends and enjoy a good party. From December onward you will benefit from Jupiter. New friends and amazing opportunities will come your way but it will be doubly important to focus your energies on fewer people and on the most important goals--don't spread yourself too thin. The year ahead will be a lucky one for ninth house matters: foreign people and places, publishing, places of worship, long-distance opportunities and legal matters. However, it's also a good time for quiet behind-the-scenes focus. The Saturn trine to your Sun may cause you to be more reserved in social situations, more careful about entering into opportunities. Do your due diligence in order to avoid having emotional vampires and other hangers-on leech your good luck but don't turn down great opportunities -- just watch out for toxic workmates and fast friends who may begrudge your ambition. Remember, you are judged by the company you keep and this would be a good year to focus on spending time with only the very best people and on the very best projects. I hope you enjoyed this birthday message and I wish you all the best for a terrific year ahead. Onward and upwards!