The Complete Book of Birthdays_ Personality Predictions for Every Day of the Year ( PDFDrive )

March 3 11111111111111 I B Balanced Partners It may surprise those who do not know them Planetary Influences intimately that beneath the confident and direct Ruling planet: Neptune manner of people born on March 3 lie deeply Second decan: Personal planet is sensitive and reflective beings. Indeed, some of these people may consciously have cultivated a brisk, Moon no-nonsense approach to shield their emotional vulnerability and their unfounded sense of insecurity. Virtues In general, however, they are naturally inclined Gentle, incisive, tenacious toward combining their considerable powers of intellectual clarity with their instincts. Vices Dismissive, resistant, insecure The inherent ability of March 3 people to unite such qualities of compassion and rational perspicuity Car eers is a rare gift, and augurs well for success in such careers Caseworker, charity advocate, as charity or social work, in which they can promote fundraiser their desire for human progress by means of a carefully considered and logical plan of action.This conjunction Skills & Aptitudes of sensitivity, rationality and discipline also bestows Self-discipline, competence, great potential for artistic pursuits or innovation upon caring attitude those born on this day. Famous Births These empathetic and caring people make loyal Alexander Graham Bell (1847) and affectionate partners and parents, supplying the Jean Harlow (1911) right balance of emotional support and domestic John Irving (1942) organization. It is essential, however, that they do Jackie Joyner-Kersee (1962) not allow their propensity for intellectual criticism Jessica Biel (1982) to become overdeveloped. Because—whether they realize it or not—these people are motivated by their Compatible with emotional responses, they have a tendency to pro- February 9, March 1–5 mote the beliefs that are supported by their intuition with convincing justifications, and then to discredit .......................................................... counterarguments by picking holes in them. They .......................................................... should beware of allowing themselves to become .......................................................... dismissive of others. pisces 399

March 4 11111111111111 Explor ers of Inter nal Wor lds I B Planetary Influences March 4 people are typically self-contained Ruling planet: Neptune individuals, whose rich imagination and Second decan: Personal planet is profound sensitivity do not require the trigger of external stimuli.Those born on this day are fascinated Moon by abstract concepts, and their compulsion to explore these further will be expressed with remarkable Virtues tenacity—indeed, sometimes to the exclusion of Sensitive, imaginative, inquisitive all else. Yet despite their twin intellectual talents of great concentration and inquisitiveness, these Vices intuitive and humanitarian people are governed by Neglectful, self-indulgent, their hearts rather than their heads and not only cowardly respond to their emotional impulses, but experience deeply empathetic feelings with regard to the Car eers problems of others. Therefore, although they may Teacher, musician, artist isolate themselves from the world when exploring an idea that absorbs their full attention, they are never Skills & Aptitudes completely unaware of the parallel world of reality. Empathy, originality, open-mindedness These are gentle people, who abhor confrontation and will withdraw smartly within themselves at the Famous Births first sign of discord. This tendency, combined with Henry Raeburn (1756) their other personal characteristics, means that they Miriam Makeba (1931) will be unhappy in competitive professional situa- Paula Prentiss (1939) tions, but will flourish when they can move within Chaz Bono (1969) parameters set by themselves. Careers as artists, musicians and writers are especially well starred, but Compatible with they may also make gifted teachers, whose infectious March 2–6, November 1–5 enthusiasm for their subject will inspire their pupils. Receiving the emotional support of friends and fam- .......................................................... ily members is vital to these people’s holistic well-be- .......................................................... ing, but they may involuntarily neglect the needs of .......................................................... those closest to them when their minds are in thrall to an impersonal interest. 400 pisces

March 5 11111111111111 I B Emotional Wave-sur fers Like the water that is the ruling element of March Planetary Influences 5, people born on this day can at one moment Ruling planet: Neptune appear calm and tranquil, and at the next be making Second decan: Personal planet is spectacular waves. The emotional undercurrent that flows beneath these people’s attractive exterior is a Moon strong one and, since they are sensitive types who respond to their instincts, they may feel powerless Virtues to resist the shifting directions to which they are Charming, sympathetic, caring being drawn. When they feel happy and secure, those born on this day are capable of being charming and Vices sympathetic companions who will do their utmost Irrational, temperamental, fragile to put others at their ease; when their equilibrium is unbalanced, however, the passionate expression Car eers of their frustration can be manifested in a veritable Nonprofit or charitable work, squall of temper. Given the emotional extremes to social advocacy, artist which they are prone, these people need to receive the unconditional understanding and support of those Skills & Aptitudes closest to them, who in many ways may be equated to Sympathy for others, imagination, ports in a storm. humanitarian beliefs The empathy which gives them such a strong rap- Famous Births port with others frequently manifests itself in a fervent James Madison (1751) desire to work toward the good of humanity, and these Rex Harrison (1908) people will find satisfaction in careers which allow Dean Stockwell (1936) them to pursue this aim—in such areas as social or Andy Gibb (1958) volunteer work, for example. But underneath the often Aarthi Agarwal (1984) assured and gregarious façade presented by these peo- ple lies a more pensive soul, which needs occasionally Compatible with to retreat from the demands of the world to indulge March 3–7, November 1–5 in quiet and solitary reflection—a mark of the artist. Their intellectual powers of perception and analysis .......................................................... are great and, when harnessed to their empathy, can .......................................................... achieve remarkable results. .......................................................... pisces 401

March 6 11111111111111 Aesthetic Idealists IB Planetary Influences Those born on this day are idealists, but their Ruling planet: Neptune quest for perfection is not motivated by austerely Second decan: Personal planet is intellectual objectives, but rather by a desire to experience the pleasure and satisfaction that are Moon engendered by true excellence. The orientation of this overriding ambition may vary according to the Virtues personal interests of March 6 individuals, but since Motivated, sensitive, tenacious all are profoundly sensitive and thus inherently appreciative of the arts, this sphere of life is particularly Vices important to them. Easily disillusioned, demanding, unrealistic Whether or not they actively direct their highly imaginative talents toward the creation of sublime Car eers pieces of music, paintings, sculptures or poems, Fine artist, graphic designer, those born on this day are stimulated and uplifted nurse by aesthetic beauty above all else. Some of these peo- ple passionately wish to create an ideal political or Skills & Aptitudes social regime. Whatever their career choice, be it in Drive for perfection, willingness to business, the arts or in the caring professions, these work hard, creativity people will typically invest their considerable gifts of energy and perception in the attainment of their Famous Births high ideals. Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475) Lou Costello (1908) The disadvantage of this high regard for excel- Valentina Nikolayeva-Tereshkova lence, however—and this is especially true for March (1937) 6 men—is that others will inevitably fail to match Shaquille O’Neal (1972) their lofty standards. In their personal lives espe- Nicole Fox (1991) cially, the disappointment that these people feel when the object of their affection turns out to have Compatible with feet of clay can be shattering, and they may therefore March 4–9, November 1–5 have difficulty in making and maintaining emotional commitments. They must therefore try to develop a .......................................................... more realistic and less demanding attitude to those closest to them. .......................................................... .......................................................... 402 pisces

March 7 11111111111111 I B R eceptive Visionar ies Although they can be immensely practical and, Planetary Influences as a result of their sensitivity, empathetic Ruling planet: Neptune toward other people, those born on March 7 have Second decan: Personal planet is a propensity to direct their interest and attention to what really fascinates them—the ideas and ideals Moon that are products of their vivid imaginations. People with March 7 birthdays often possess the gift of Virtues extraordinary vision. They will perceptively survey Visionary, idealistic, intellectual their surroundings, analyze the situation’s faults and merits and formulate an ideal scenario, which Vices they will then strive to achieve, to the best of their Blinkered, neglectful, unwilling to abilities. compromise Although they may be gripped by one specific aim, Car eers since March 7 people are extremely receptive to all Politician, lawyer, artist kinds of emotional and intellectual stimuli, this per- spicuity and urge to act may be manifested in a wide Skills & Aptitudes range of enthusiasms. Within whichever area they Intuition, determination, ultimately choose to make their profession—be it in enthusiasm the arts, for which they have such a natural affinity, or in politics or sport—they will generally mount a Famous Births determined and organized campaign to attain their John Herschel (1792) ambitions. Luther Burbank (1849) Piet Mondrian (1872) There is a danger, however, given their focus on Willard Scott (1934) impersonal concepts, that those born on this day John Heard (1947) may allow their focus to be diverted from the very Rachel Weisz (1970) real needs of their family and friends, who will not necessarily understand these people’s frequent desire Compatible with for periods of solitary reflection or their enthusiastic March 5–10, November 1–5 devotion to a cause that may seem remote. Cultivat- ing a spirit of compromise and give and take is there- .......................................................... fore vital in giving March 7 people the balance that .......................................................... will result in self-fulfillment. .......................................................... pisces 403

March 8 11111111111111 Unconventional Trailblazers I B Planetary Influences March 8 people harbor a fiercely independent Ruling planet: Neptune spirit beneath their outward veneer of Second decan: Personal planet is endearing affability, so while they may give the impression of conforming to the norm, to some Moon extent they are often actually working to undermine accepted conventions. This somewhat subversive Virtues approach is not prompted by a need to be perverse Perceptive, independent, for defiance’s sake—although the free-spirited persevering individuals born on this day are naturally resistant to submitting to hidebound rules and regulations—but Vices rather because they find it easy to identify the flaws Disconnected, obstinate, and contradictions of a previously unchallenged undermining approach and to formulate a better solution. Car eers Indeed, people born on March 8 are often blessed Motivational speaker, social with highly developed intellectual qualities of inquiry reformer, writer and lateral thinking, as well as being inherently sen- sitive and empathetic toward others. Such character- Skills & Aptitudes istics mark them out as potentially great reformers or Intellectual curiosity, originality of inspirational trailblazers, especially in the academic, thought, principled scientific, artistic, literary and social spheres. Famous Births As children, March 8 people will have to accept Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714) the hard lesson that society demands adherence to its Kenneth Grahame (1859) mores, but if their parents respect their individuality Cyd Charisse (1923) and give them understanding and a sufficient degree Aidan Quinn (1959) of sympathetic guidance, they will benefit from the Jeffrey Eugenides (1960) opportunity to learn to channel their talents posi- tively. Otherwise there is a danger that the compul- Compatible with sion experienced by these people will find negative March 6–11, November 6–11 outlets, or that they will cut themselves off from others altogether. This is not to say that they should .......................................................... suppress their independence of thought, but simply to remember the value of compromise. .......................................................... .......................................................... 404 pisces

March 9 11111111111111 I B Truth-seekers Those born on this day are uncompromisingly Planetary Influences individualistic in every aspect of their lives.Their Ruling planet: Neptune energy is fueled by a burning compulsion to gather Second decan: Personal planet is knowledge and seek out the truth of a situation for themselves rather than accepting the interpretation Moon of others. And, because they are extraordinarily imaginative, their curiosity will lead them to explore Virtues a variety of avenues, then to evaluate their findings Original, supportive, enthusiastic objectively before expressing them in their unique fashion. Vices Easily confused or distracted, March 9 people have high nonmaterialistic ide- impulsive, self-obsessed als—a result both of their visionary qualities and of their sensitivity. Because they desire harmony in life, Car eers and because their empathy with others bestows on Humanitarian, social campaigner, them a profound sense of natural justice, these peo- reformer ple will often make gifted social campaigners and reformers. Indeed, into whatever career their inter- Skills & Aptitudes ests lead them—be it in the artistic realm, politics Charisma, innovativeness, or sport—these people will never allow the excite- imagination ment of discovery to obliterate their humanitarian concerns. Famous Births Samuel Barber (1910) Because they retain their inherent feeling of con- Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin (1934) nection with other people, especially if they were also Bobby Fischer (1943) born in the Chinese year of the horse, March 9 people Micky Dolenz (1945) will rarely forsake the real world for the isolation of Bobby Sands (1954) an ivory tower. Yet this does not mean that these pro- found thinkers will not withdraw temporarily from Compatible with the society of others in order to ponder an irresist- March 6–12, November 6–11 ibly absorbing concept. Those closest to them should therefore respect that occasional periods of solitude .......................................................... are crucial to these normally gregarious people. .......................................................... .......................................................... pisces 405

March 10 11111111111111 Servers of the Common Good IB Planetary Influences Although they are blessed with the intellectual Ruling planet: Neptune gifts of objectivity and discernment, as well as Second decan: Personal planet is with practical, organizational skills, it is their inner world of visions and ideals that primarily defines Moon and occupies March 10 people. These are profoundly sensitive and thoughtful people, whose deeply Virtues felt compassion with those who are less fortunate Empathetic, devoted, altruistic arouses in them the ardent ambition to bring about improvement. Vices Gloomy, withdrawn, insecure Because they are inclined to think both innova- tively and seriously, people born on March 10 will Car eers often come up with a visionary, but also pragmatic, Clinical assistant, pediatrician, plan of action. Most will find greatest fulfillment entrepreneur when serving the common good, and they are there- fore especially well suited to such caring professions Skills & Aptitudes as social work or medicine, or in fields in which they Humanitarian instincts, capacity can devote their considerable talents to bringing for innovation, diplomacy skills happiness to others in less tangible ways, such as in entertainment, the arts or digital technology. Famous Births Bix Beiderbecke (1903) Despite their humanitarian concerns, and the Chuck Norris (1942) value that they place on the intimacy of family life, Katharine Houghton (1945) these people are relatively solitary beings who need Sharon Stone (1958) to retreat within themselves every so often for peri- Biz Stone (1974) ods of reflection. Their sensitivity furthermore instills in them an inherent dislike of conflict, and when they Compatible with feel upset or under pressure they will go within rather March 7–13, November 6–11 than confront an unpleasant situation; this tendency is particularly pronounced in March 10 males. They .......................................................... therefore need to receive frequent manifestations of .......................................................... the unconditional love and support of their friends .......................................................... and family if they are to thrive. 406 pisces

March 11 11111111111111 I E KJ Clear-sighted CEOs People born on this day share the intuition that Planetary Influences characterizes their Piscean fellows,but in their case Ruling planet: Neptune it is less static and contemplative in quality, since they Third decan: Personal planets are tend to use it more as a tool for gathering information and, if necessary, manipulating others. Indeed, March Mars and Pluto 11 people are shrewd judges of character, a talent partly informed by their instincts and partly by their Virtues gifts of observation. Similarly, although they nurture Personable, imaginative, ambitious high ambitions, these are generally personal rather than global, and are realistically pitched. These people Vices are geared toward making progress, especially in Manipulative, easily frustrated, their professional lives, within which they will work temperamental tirelessly, not only to reach the top of the corporate ladder, but also to make their organization the best of Car eers its type. Because they are also imaginative and positive Business management, marketing, people who are willing to put aside personal differences human resources in favor of building team spirit, they usually fare well when directing commercial enterprises and managing Skills & Aptitudes complex projects, particularly when they were also Leadership skills, team-building, born in the Chinese years of the monkey or snake. clear-sightedness Domestic harmony is also important to March 11 Famous Births people, who regard their personal sphere as a retreat Lawrence Welk (1903) from the hurly-burly of work in which they can relax Ralph Abernathy (1926) and be themselves. They make indulgent parents, Rupert Murdoch (1931) partners and friends, although—especially if they Douglas Adams (1952) are men—they may occasionally adopt their profes- Jesse Jackson, Jr. (1965) sional persona in their relationships with those clos- est to them and behave in a somewhat high-handed Compatible with manner. They furthermore expect the unquestioning February 15–16, March 8–14 loyalty and support of their loved ones, and have a tendency to lose their tempers spectacularly if they .......................................................... detect dissent. .......................................................... .......................................................... pisces 407

March 12 11111111111111 Life-exper iencers I E KJ Planetary Influences Acrucial component of the characters of those born Ruling planet: Neptune on this day is the need to explore as many aspects Third decan: Personal planets are of life as they can, in order to gain knowledge, to expose themselves to new experiences, and often also Mars and Pluto to test themselves against demanding challenges. In view of their adventurous spirits, it is hardly surprising Virtues that March 12 people are also energetic and daring Inquisitive, intuitive, competitive individuals, who carry the less imaginative along on the tide of their enthusiasm, although few would dare Vices to travel as impulsively or, indeed, as far. Some regard Restless, extreme, addictive these individuals as reckless—and they unquestionably sometimes are—but since they have the gift of clarity Car eers of vision they will generally have considered any risks Stockbroker, accountant, political and will have evaluated the odds. These people have analyst the potential to succeed as stockbrokers, or in any field in which they can take gambles. Yet it is not only Skills & Aptitudes external stimuli that invigorate those born on this Enthusiasm, ability to inspire, day: they possess an originality and vision—as well deep and/or lateral thinking as a fascination with the metaphysical—that borders on the radical, and augurs well for personal success in Famous Births such diverse realms as politics or the arts. Jack Kerouac (1922) Liza Minnelli (1946) Although they relish competition—against them- James Taylor (1948) selves rather more than against others—March 12 Daryl Strawberry (1962) individuals are not motivated by the need to score Dave Eggers (1970) victories over other people. They are empathetic and compassionate beings who have no real desire to suc- Compatible with ceed at another’s expense, and who moreover also February 16, 19–20, March 9–18 need to be rooted in the secure bonds of an emotion- ally stable and happy personal life. They sometimes .......................................................... find it hard to reciprocate the quiet and unconditional .......................................................... support that they crave from their friends and family, .......................................................... however, a difficulty that is caused by their inherent mental restlessness. 408 pisces

March 13 11111111111111 I E KJ Otherworldly Investigators With their marked interest in metaphysical and Planetary Influences even paranormal concepts, March 13 people Ruling planet: Neptune are instinctively fascinated by ideas and ideals that Third decan: Personal planets are less imaginative types would brand as being fanciful or naive at best, and outrageously implausible at Mars and Pluto worst. Such is their acceptance of otherworldly possibilities, as well as their consequent tendency Virtues to challenge conventional “truths,” that as children Imaginative, enthusiastic, these people will have taxed their parents to the courageous limit with their endless questioning as to the hows and whys of life. And they may well have immersed Vices themselves for hours on end browsing the Internet. Hypersensitive, vulnerable, insecure If properly channeled, the curiosity and free-rang- ing intellects of March 13 people, coupled with their Car eers refusal to be dissuaded from pursuing the interests Academic, digital innovator, actor that excite them, can have remarkable consequences. Those born on this day will not find fulfillment by Skills & Aptitudes following a structured career path, and will be stifled Originality, independence, within large organizations. If their many talents are self-motivation to flourish, they must be allowed to follow their own route, and they are therefore best suited to working Famous Births in the academic, artistic, digital or sporting sphere, in Percival Lowell (1855) which they will be relatively unconstrained. L. Ron Hubbard (1911) William Casey (1913) There is a danger that other people’s denigration Neil Sedaka (1939) of their world views and opinions may wound these Noel Fisher (1984) deeply sensitive individuals, causing them to conceal their true natures in an attempt to conform to a less Compatible with original norm. Alternatively, they may feel tempted February 18–21, March 10–19 to opt out of conventional society altogether. It is therefore important that those closest to them not .......................................................... only bolster their self-belief, but that they gently .......................................................... steer them on to a straighter course when their equi- .......................................................... librium threatens to become unbalanced. pisces 409

March 14 11111111111111 Viewpoint Visualizers I E KJ Planetary Influences Those born on March 14 frequently exasperate Ruling planet: Neptune others by their apparent inability to make a Third decan: Personal planets are decision and stick by it. Yet this indecisive tendency is not the result of a lack of perception or conviction—on Mars and Pluto the contrary, these sensitive individuals are extremely astute, and furthermore possess strong principles. It Virtues is just that because they have the ability to evaluate Open-minded, nonjudgmental, a situation and then visualize many possible future perceptive scenarios, they find it hard to decide on a single course of action when the alternatives seem equally viable or Vices fraught with problems. Confused, indecisive, uncommitted Since March 14 people are furthermore intellectu- Car eers ally open to a variety of viewpoints, as well as being Writer, movie or theater director, profoundly intuitive when it comes to the emotions humanitarian of those around them, they shrink from bigotry and intolerance and from accepting other people’s certain- Skills & Aptitudes ties. It is precisely their combination of open-mind- Imagination, concern for others, edness, empathy and abhorrence of injustice that strong people skills informs their deeply humanitarian concern, and their refusal to rush to judgement. Famous Births Albert Einstein (1879) Human company is important to these sociable peo- Frank Borman (1928) ple, and others are drawn to them on account of their Michael Caine (1933) cheerful kindness, sympathy and infectious originality. Billy Crystal (1947) Wonderful friends, they also have potential to make Colby O’Donis (1989) exceptionally good, nonjudgemental parents, but— as in all things—may initially find it hard to commit Compatible with themselves to a single partner. Professionally, they will February 18–22, March 11–20 thrive when working within small teams, although they instinctively rebel against the rigidity of large corpo- .......................................................... rations. The artistic sphere is especially auspicious for .......................................................... March 14 people, in which their powers of imagination .......................................................... and sensuality can be given the opportunity to flower. 410 pisces

March 15 11111111111111 I E KJ Vivacious Ventur ers The adventurousness of March 15 people may Planetary Influences take many forms: they may be intrepid travelers, Ruling planet: Neptune fearless athletes, dynamic business people, visionary Third decan: Personal planets are scientists or inspirational artists. In whatever area these people choose to make their careers, their Mars and Pluto progress will be rapid, driven by their compulsion for exploration of the world—real and virtual—­ and their Virtues inherent courage when it comes to taking risks. Independent, bold, decisive Yet despite their ceaseless quest to be stimulated by Vices new experiences, those born on this day will not gen- Restless, dismissive, impatient erally set off blindly on a voyage of discovery, for they are furthermore blessed with keen and perceptive Car eers intellectual powers, as well as the capacity for great Feature journalist, business leader, concentration in the pursuit of their aims. These indi- actor/director viduals will inform themselves of the facts of a par- ticular situation and impartially evaluate alternative Skills & Aptitudes approaches before throwing themselves at a challenge Out-of-the-box thinking, good with their typical enthusiasm and energy. research skills, self-confidence Their need for independence of thought and Famous Births action defines those born on this day, and their Andrew Jackson (1767) strength of purpose—as well as their natural mag- Judd Hirsch (1935) netism—make them charismatic figures who have Sylvester Stone (1944) great leadership potential. Despite their undoubted Sananda Maitreya (formerly empathy, they have a tendency to become impatient Terence Trent D’Arby) (1962) with those who do not share their visions and will- Eva Longoria (1975) ingness to take chances, dismissing such individuals as being dull or obstinate. It is therefore important Compatible with that they do not isolate themselves from other peo- March 11–20 ple—particularly their family and friends—by failing to acknowledge the merits of less intrepid viewpoints .......................................................... and approaches. .......................................................... .......................................................... pisces 411

March 16 11111111111111 Balanced Leaders I E KJ Planetary Influences Those born on March 16 generally appear to others Ruling planet: Neptune to be exceptionally well-balanced characters, Third decan: Personal planets are who somehow manage to reconcile their imaginative and fun-loving qualities with a steady and practical Mars and Pluto approach. These people are blessed with incisive powers of perception, logic and penetrating vision, Virtues all of which they utilize in formulating effective plans Multitalented, visionary, realistic with which to attain their goals. Vices March 16 people may often be personally ambi- Sulky, dismissive, self-indulgent tious, and enjoy the trappings that material suc- cess can bring as an affirmation of their status, but Car eers because of their sensitive nature, they are more anx- Lecturer, CEO, manager ious to gain respect and friendship. They will flourish in those professional situations in which they can Skills & Aptitudes lead and inspire a team, and are therefore especially Intellectual focus, logical analysis, suited to careers in teaching or business. They may leadership also devote a great deal of personal time blogging, engaging with current controversies or expressing Famous Births their opinions on social media. James Madison (1751) Jerry Lewis (1926) Such is their originality of thought that these Bernardo Bertolucci (1940) people will remain unsatisfied if they cannot impress Erik Estrada (1949) their personal stamp on everything that they do, Alice Hoffman (1952) especially if they were also born in the Chinese year Isabelle Huppert (1953) of the dragon. In their personal lives, they are active types who will competently organize a vibrant social Compatible with event or recreational expedition, but have a tendency March 12–20 to sulk if others fail to fall into line with their current enthusiasm. Similarly, although they make generous .......................................................... and gregarious friends and family members, they .......................................................... may have a propensity to become overly authoritar- .......................................................... ian, particularly with regard to their children. 412 pisces

March 17 11111111111111 I E KJ Fluid Cr eators The natures of March 17 people can be compared Planetary Influences to that of their watery element, for they Ruling planet: Neptune have a propensity to drift fluidly from interest to Third decan: Personal planets are interest, and, rather than be impeded by a difficult obstacle, simply to sidetrack and flow around it. This Mars and Pluto characteristic behavioral pattern has many possible Second cusp: Pisces with Arian causes, including these people’s inquisitiveness and desire for progress, their dislike of confrontation, or, tendencies indeed, often a fundamental sense of insecurity and lack of self-esteem which discourages them from Virtues standing their ground. Creative, instinctive, optimistic Whatever the reason for their restless and elusive Vices nature, those born on this day are unsuited to strictly Evasive, insecure, unreliable structured careers in which they are subject to external controls and the rule of others, and must be indulged Car eers in their need for independence of action and thought. Interior designer, artist, artisanal Their talents will often find their best expression in or craft businessperson crafts, design and the arts, in which they can delight others with their sensitive interpretations of the Skills & Aptitudes beauty that inspires them. Imagination, creativity, practical skills Although they are fired by humanitarian concern and hate witnessing others’ unhappiness, these peo- Famous Births ple may inadvertently hurt those closest to them by Patrick Brontë (1777) their inherent aversion to commitment in close rela- Nat “King” Cole (1919) tionships (especially if they are men) and to the mun- Kurt Russell (1951) dane constraints imposed by domestic life. They may Rob Lowe (1964) therefore initially find it difficult to settle down, and, Alexander McQueen (1969) when they do, have a propensity to shirk responsibility. Their partners will thus need to be tolerant types, who Compatible with can respect March 17 people’s need for freedom and March 12–20, November 22 imaginatively work around their fear of entrapment. .......................................................... .......................................................... .......................................................... pisces 413

March 18 11111111111111 Progr essive Peacekeepers I E KJ Planetary Influences Individuals born on March 18 are fueled by a Ruling planet: Neptune constant quest to make progress, to move a step Third decan: Personal planets are further on in life, and while this compulsion may be manifested in personal ambition, these compassionate Mars and Pluto people are typically motivated by a more global Second cusp: Pisces with Arian concern to improve the lot of humanity. Indeed, these visionary people have the gift of seeing the tendencies wider picture—of how things are and how they ought to be—a talent that results primarily from their Virtues perceptiveness and also from their profound sense Sensitive, empathetic, positive of natural justice. While this ability, combined with their trademark enthusiasm, gives them the potential Vices to achieve real success, it also can influence them to Weak, deceptive, unable to ignore the seemingly minor, yet often crucial, details withstand pressure of a situation. Car eers This tendency to run away from situations of poten- Caregiver, artist, nanny tial conflict is particularly true if the details involve unpleasant or controversial issues, which those born Skills & Aptitudes on this day would prefer not to confront. Their aver- Broad vision, sense of justice, sion to conflict can result in these people employing diplomacy skills their considerable skills of diplomacy in the pursuit of a solution, but may equally cause them to make inad- Famous Births visable concessions or to prevaricate. Stephen Grover Cleveland (1837) John Updike (1932) March 18 people are particularly suited to careers Vanessa Williams (1963) as sympathetic caregivers, or in the arts, in which they Queen Latifah (1970) will not be forced to compromise their principles, and in which they can use their talents to inspire a larger Compatible with audience. Similarly, in their personal liaisons, they will March 12–21, November 22–23 thrive best if they are not pushed into following a life- style or complying with emotional demands that are .......................................................... alien to their natures. .......................................................... .......................................................... 414 pisces

March 19 11111111111111 I E KJ Or iginal Thinkers Inherent in the characters of March 19 people is Planetary Influences a curious mixture of imaginative qualities that Ruling planet: Neptune tend toward the fanciful and a blunt directness and Third decan: Personal planets are tenacity that will seldom be swayed. If properly channeled, this combination of visionary idealism Mars and Pluto and single-minded determination can give these Second cusp: Pisces with Arian people the potential to be startlingly successful in the pursuit of their aims, that is, as long as they have tendencies focused on a realistically achievable target. Virtues While people born on March 19 are fueled by Sensitive, fair, forward-thinking a righteous desire to effect social improvements, because they are highly original thinkers, their seem- Vices ingly radical solutions may cause others to balk. Radical, obsessive, single-minded However, once those born on this day have identified a worthy task to which to devote their prodigious Car eers energies, they will work unswervingly toward its Armed-forces personnel, scientist, completion, employing their considerable powers of artist organization and persistence in the process. Skills & Aptitudes As a result of these qualities, March 19 people are Self-motivation, focus, happiest working in fields in which they feel that they organizational skills are actively doing good, a requirement that encom- passes a diversity of professional interests, including Famous Births politics, science, the military, the caring professions David Livingstone (1813) and, of course, the arts, particularly drama. Ornette Coleman (1930) Glenn Close (1947) Because they frequently encounter opposition to Bruce Willis (1955) their ideas, it is important to these people’s emo- Rachel Blanchard (1976) tional well-being that they receive the consistent and unjudgemental support of their nearest and dearest, Compatible with so that their homes become havens of security in March 13–22, November 23–24 which they can retire from the battle and simply be themselves. .......................................................... .......................................................... .......................................................... pisces 415

March 20 11111111111111 Sensitive Optimists I E KJ Planetary Influences Those born on this day possess such a wealth of Ruling planet: Neptune attributes that it is difficult to identify a specific Third decan: Personal planets are quality as a defining characteristic. But underlying their perceptiveness, tenacity, imagination and Mars and Pluto idealism is their great sensitivity, a gift that can have Second cusp: Pisces with Arian both negative and positive consequences for March 20 people. Although their inherent ability to relate to tendencies others with kindness and empathy makes them valued colleagues and friends, these people may sometimes Virtues feel overwhelmed by the intensity of their feelings Multitalented, positive, of compassion, and therefore have a propensity to compassionate become depressed in the face of human suffering, particularly if they are women. Vices Hypersensitive, vulnerable, Yet March 20 individuals are natural optimists and, indecisive when buoyed up by their enthusiastic determination to make the world a better place, and in the absence of Car eers excessive criticism, they will intuitively follow a clear- Artist, humanitarian, caregiver sighted and logically considered plan of action. Skills & Aptitudes A further characteristic that results from March 20 Idealism, vision, imagination people’s humanitarianism is their endearing propen- sity to think the best of others; sadly, this may make Famous Births them vulnerable to being taken advantage of by less Ovid (43 BC) scrupulous types, and such abuses of trust will wound Fred Rogers (1928) them deeply. A stable and supportive domestic back- Pat Riley (1945) ground is vital in maintaining these people’s emotional Spike Lee (1957) equilibrium, since they need to be assured of the love Touré Neblett (1971) of those closest to them and will reciprocate it unflag- gingly. Professionally, the best—and potentially least Compatible with damaging—outlet for the sensitivity of those born on March 14–23, November 23–24 this day lies in the realm of the arts, especially if they were also born in the Chinese year of the rat, or in the .......................................................... service industries. .......................................................... .......................................................... 416 pisces