learning to focus your energies

The way forward is…

to understand that scattering your energies all over the place is equivalent to scattering your potential.

You’re drawn to people born on…

November 23 to December 21

You share a passion for variety, adventure and intimacy, and this can create an exciting and intense union.

Luck maker

Improve your concentration

Developing the power of concentration is a luckmaking essential because a focused mind is a powerful mind. If you find it hard to concentrate, meditation can help.

People born on May 30 tend to be versatile, talkative and expressive with a mental quickness that ensures they shine in social situations. They possess an astute and agile mind, and the insight to take advantage of opportunities.

With a thirst for knowledge and a sharp intellect, they may be involved in many diverse activities. Although they have a talent to succeed in a variety of fields, they need to guard against becoming too restless or scattering their energies with diverse interests. Their challenge is to pick only one field of interest and to commit themselves to it for the long haul. As gifted, capable, expansive, and energetic as they are, their insatiable hunger for change can lead them to neglect their commitments and let others down if they get bored with routine or want to move on without seeing things through.

These people can also change mood rapidly, sometimes in a split second. They may suddenly explode with anger, impatience or frustration, only to be laughing and teasing the next; excitable and passionate one day, they may be cold and serious the day after. Although this adds to their sparkle and appeal, it can also work against them by unnerving those who may doubt their reliability and commitment. Fortunately, between the ages of twenty-two and fifty-two they may focus on emotional security and finding a secure home base, providing opportunities for them to become more responsible and understanding in their relationships.

Thanks to their mercurial sparkle, they can be both difficult and delightful, sometimes at exactly the same time. The greatest lesson for them to learn is the commitment that is essential for success in all aspects of their lives. When a little staying power is combined with their great communication skills, limitless imaginative powers, enthusiasm, and refusal to be bound by convention, these people can be blessed with great innovatory power and the capacity to inspire others with their magical vision.

On the dark side

Irresponsible, flighty, nervous

At your best

Fast, gifted, expansive

People born on May 30 can charm others effortlessly with their enthusiasm and impulsiveness but they can also unsettle them with their restlessness. However, once they find an enthusiastic and adventurous lover with whom they can discuss their plans and dreams, they are capable of loyalty as long as plenty of fun and variety is injected into the relationship.

People born on this day have quick and sensitive minds that are easily thrown off balance and overwhelmed. They can therefore be prone to stress, insomnia, poor concentration, and other signs of overload. They would benefit greatly from scheduled windows of quiet, with minimal stimulation to allow their nervous system to recharge itself. As far as diet is concerned, they need to make sure they don’t constantly eat on the go, keeping their junk food intake to a minimum. To keep up their energy and good spirits they need to make sure they eat a healthy, nutritious diet and avoid overloading themselves with caffeine, as this can make them feel more jumpy. Plenty of moderateintensity exercise is important as it will boost their immune system and help ward off the respiratory infections to which they are prone. Wearing, meditating on or surrounding themselves with the colors blue and purple will help them feel calmer and more in control.

These people need careers that offer them plenty of variety and challenge, and they may be drawn to careers such as stockbroking, as well as artistic and sporting pursuits. Their talent with words may draw them toward writing, teaching, journalism, promotion, commerce, negotiating, and the world of entertainment. As natural psychologists they may also find occupations such as counseling, therapy or health care fulfilling.

The life path of people born on this day is to learn to commit to people and projects. Once they have become more moderate in their approach to life, their destiny is to influence, inspire and motivate others with their enthusiasm, energy and vision.

Power Thought

“I am pow rful, balanced and here in the now”

May 30

Signs & symbols

Sun sign: Gemini

Ruling planet: Mercury, the communicator

Symbol: The Twins

Birth date ruler: Jupiter, the speculator

Tarot card: The Empress (creativity)

Favorable numbers: 3,8

Lucky days: Wednesday and Thursday, especially when these days fall on 3 and 8 of the month

Lucky colors: Orange, deep purple, yellow

Birthstone: Agate

self-knowledge

The way forward is…

to understand that having opinions or education does not necessarily make you selfaware. You need to take the time to reflect and look within.

You’re drawn to people born on…

July 23 to August 22

You are both fierce, intense and entertaining, and this can be a passionate and exciting relationship.

Luck maker

Learn to read people better

Put yourself in someone else’s shoes before you act. Thinking about how your behavior will affect others reduces your chances of attracting bad luck.

The greatest fear for people born on November 1 is a life without variety and challenge. They despise inaction and lack of progress, being stimulated by progressive, even radical concepts. Doers, rather than thinkers, offense rather than defense, as soon as they have completed one challenge they throw themselves wholeheartedly into the next.

These people are up for any challenge life can throw at them because the excitement and uncertainty taxing situations offer them make them feel alive. If they find a way to satisfy their hunger for adventure and stimulation, their boundless energy and vital spark give them the power and potential to make things happen. If, however, they find themselves in an environment where they do not need to be in battle mode, they can sink into despondency, even depression.

They tend to be honest and outspoken individuals, willing to offer their opinion on anything. Although their self-confidence is admirable, it does not always help them achieve their goals because one thing they can lack is good judgment. They may, for example, take dangerous risks or underestimate or misinterpret people and situations, and their inability to listen to the sound advice of others, even those who are experts in their field, can work against them. In other words, they make excellent quarterbacks, but very poor defenders, and in tough situations their lack of defensive strategy can leave them wide open to attack.

Until the age of twenty-one they may come across as intense and serious, but after the age of twenty-two they break out of their shell and their adventurous nature shines through. They want to take more chances and challenge themselves in new areas to build up their sense of purpose. Whatever age they are, their courageous spirit and expansive outlook give them remarkable potential to extend the bounds of human knowledge. But to become the inspirational and influential force they are destined to be, self-knowledge and a powerful dose of common sense are crucial.

On the dark side

Foolish, unaware, restless

At your best

Inventive, exciting, energetic

People born on November 1 are magnetic and exciting, and can make friends easily. Although they are in great demand, they can have difficulty in choosing a partner because they have incredibly high expectations. They want someone who is passionate and supportive, but need to watch out for jealousy and controlling behavior. Once they do find someone who is their physical and intellectual equal, the effect on them is grounding and positive.

People born on this day are injury and accident prone and, as in all aspects of their lives, better judgment and common sense are required. Not surprisingly, vigorous exercise is highly recommended for them as it provides an outlet for their astonishing energy. They will naturally drift toward activities that are competitive, in particular football, soccer, baseball, and basketball. Other activities that might appeal include martial arts, boxing and mountain climbing, but they need to make sure they take proper precautions and exercise caution. As far as diet is concerned, moderation is key as they tend to eat whatever is available to them, rather than thinking or planning their diet to maximize their chances of good health. Carrying a malachite crystal will bring calmness into their lives, and wearing, meditating on and surrounding themselves with the color blue will encourage them to think before they act and speak.

These people must have careers that offer them plenty of variety, challenge and, if possible, excitement. They make excellent business entrepreneurs but may also excel in artistic, inventive or legal and scientific fields. Their constant need for challenge may lead them to the world of sport. Other career options include sales, banking, the stock market, tourism, writing, acting, music, education, medicine, and social work.

The life path of people born on this day is to acquire greater self-knowledge. Once they have learned to exercise better judgment, their destiny is to explore and develop new ideas and to inspire others to do the same.

Power Thought

“I can be responsible, and when I relax my inner wisdom is clear and available”

November 1

Signs & symbols

Sun sign: Scorpio

Ruling planet: Mars, the warrior

Symbol: The Scorpion

Birth date ruler: Sun, the individual

Tarot card: The magician (willpower)

Favorable numbers: 1, 3

Lucky days: Tuesday and Sunday, especially when these days fall on 1 and 3 of the month

Lucky colors: Red, orange, hunter green

Birthstone: Topaz

reminding yourself that you are not indispensable

The way forward is…

to constantly remind yourself that, as important as you are, the world will continue to spin without you.

You’re drawn to people born on…

January 20 to February 18

You are both passionate, broadminded and adventurous, if a little disorganized.

Luck maker

Divide and conquer

Too much passion or intensity from someone new can make people squirm, so divide and conquer instead. When you are the outsider in a new situation, meet people individually to win them over.

Even as a child, people born on November 22 will often have felt that they thought differently from other people. They are always slightly ahead, with a desire to free themselves from authority or conventional thinking.

These people like to make their own rules and they aren’t that bothered about what other people think of them. Although these liberated people are like a breath of fresh air when it comes to challenging restrictive or unimaginative thinking, wherever they encounter it, their rebellious, provocative nature can get them into a lot of trouble. It is important for their psychological growth and professional success that they learn to be more tactful, reading their audience better for clues as to the appropriate level of intensity. If they don’t, they will be branded as troublemakers.

Not surprisingly, given their free-thinking nature, these people work best independently in situations that give them lots of room for creative choice. In the right kind of environment they can be a powerful force for good, coming up with creative and innovative solutions to improve the welfare of those around them. In the wrong kind of environment—and this tends to be one that is structured or unchallenging—their provocative approach can, however, create tension and unrest.

Until they reach the age of twenty-nine they will want to expand their horizons and seek out opportunities through new ventures, study or travel. After the age of thirty, however, there is a turning point when they are likely to become more practical and realistic; these are the years when they are most likely to realize their professional goals. Ironically, because they love challenge so much, they may find in the thirties and beyond that despite achieving great success they pine for the time when anything in life seemed possible. The key to their success will be their ability to set themselves new goals and dream up new ideas to challenge and reinvent themselves. If they can do this, they will unlock the outstanding potential for personal fulfillment and happiness associated with this birthday.

On the dark side

Rebellious, provocative, frustrated

At your best

Exciting, liberated, innovative

People born on November 22 are exciting and romantic partners, and life with them is never boring. They are attracted to free-thinking, intelligent, emotional, and adventurous individuals like themselves, but they should guard against becoming too wild. In a secure relationship they can be generous and compassionate, as long as they dictate the terms.

People born on this day need to be careful that their wild nature does not make it impossible for them to enjoy the quieter side of life. They may also find it extremely hard to accept that they are getting older. They need increasingly to reinvent themselves naturally so that they don’t put their physical health at risk with unnecessary medical procedures. Sex is extremely important to them and they could have addictive tendencies which counseling or therapy would address. As far as diet is concerned, they would benefit from increasing their intake of whole grains, legumes, fruit, vegetables, oily fish, and nuts and seeds. Moderate to mild exercise is highly recommended, as is daily stretching and regular toning. They might also benefit from daily meditation or yoga. Wearing, meditating on and surrounding themselves with the color blue will help them keep their cool, and carrying a rose quartz crystal will inspire their creative confidence.

These people are not generally suited to careers in a highly structured or disciplined environment. They need to feel free to express their creativity and may be drawn to the world of media, show business, music, publishing, advertising, the leisure and beauty industries, and politics. Alternatively they may be drawn to teaching or the arts, or they may find themselves in the role of counselor in the caring or healing professions.

The life path of people born on this day is to learn to read people better and to constantly pay attention to their personal growth. Once they are able to find a vocation where they can set themselves new goals, their destiny is to inspire others with their creativity and originality.

Power Thought

“I constantly find new goals to set myself”

November 22

Signs & symbols

Sun signs: Sagittarius/Scorpio

Ruling planets: Jupiter, the philosopher/Mars, the warrior

Symbols: The Archer/The Scorpion

Birth date ruler: Uranus, the visionary

Tarot card: The Fool (freedom)

Favorable numbers: 4, 6

Lucky days: Thursday and Sunday, especially when these days fall on 4 and 6 of the month

Lucky colors: silver

Birthstone: Turquoise