Happy Birthday To Me

I turned 27 years old at 8:49 p.m. this evening.

While I would not consider myself an astrology buff, I'd like to share the following passage from "The Secret Language of Birthdays" concerning those who are born on March 12th:

THE DAY OF THE GREAT LEAP

The courageous, determined individuals born on this day are tough enough to withstand the setbacks and disappointments of life and later make use of their seasoned experience. Struggle is no stranger to March 12 people, who seem to thrive on overcoming obstacles of all kinds. They are somehow able to take whatever natural abilities they have been given and drive them to the limit. Not infrequently they have a strong vision or concept of what kind of person they wish to be.

However, it is important that March 12 people keep themselves directed, for they tend to be multi-talented, and as such are vulnerable to scattering their energies. Those born on this day who find themselves carried away, first to this interest and then that, would do well to at least limit themselves to related fields within one industry or profession.

March 12 people usually believe in what lies beyond the here and now -- in other worlds, other planes of existence, other realities. Yet the image they present is quite hard-headed and down-to-earth. They have a way of combining the physical and the metaphysical, reveling in the former but being intelligent enough to ultimately put it in service of the latter. Somewhere in the back of their minds they know that all of life is transitory. Whether they are religious or have strong spiritual leanings or not, they recognize that there are timeless principles and forms which stand behind this passing show. Hence, the more intellectual of March 12 people demonstrate a remarkable capacity to think on an abstract level.

Certain enthusiastic March 12 people must be careful of getting carried away by their faith in unearthly happenings. Until they have developed a deep understanding of metaphysical and esoteric principles, they will tend to undermine their emotional stability if they overindulge in such thoughts. A simultaneous development of worldly and spiritual goals usually suits them better, enhancing their daily life and promoting the stability needed for metaphysical ruminations. Balance is the key to reducing the dangers associated with such leaps of thought and action.

STRENGTHS

Daring
Intense
Visionary

WEAKNESSES

Reckless
Unstable
Foolhardy

NUMBERS AND PLANETS

Those born on the 12th of the month are ruled by the number 3 (2+1=3), and by the expansive planet Jupiter. Those ruled by the number 3 tend to rise to the highest positions in their sphere. They also tend to be dictatorial, and March 12 people should beware of this. Those ruled by the number 3 put a high premium on independence, which may necessitate some March 12 people giving up a secure position in order to freelance. The Jupiterian energy associated with the number 3 encourages March 12 people to follow their calling with enthusiasm, and the influence of Neptune (ruler of Pisces) may indicate material fortune.

TAROT

The 12th card of the Major Arcana is The Hanged Man, who dangles by his foot in a head-down position. Though such a position seems helpless, The Hanged Man is nevertheless spiritually powerful and deeply thoughtful. The positive attributes of this card are recognizing limitations and overcoming them, as well as simply being human; negative aspects are spiritual myopia and restrictedness.

HEALTH

Those born on March 12 are often prone to psychological difficulties and emotional instability. Before their twentieth year they will be forced to examine their inner state, confront their problems and do something about them. Therapy in their twenties, or other forms of psychological counseling, can be of great help to them. March 12 people are capable of building a firm basis for their psychological health through experience -- this is best done slowly, brick by brick. Vigorous exercise is recommended for these powerful individuals as well as sexual relations with one mate (hopefully both loving and intense). As far as diet is concerned, March 12 people tend to just eat whatever and whenever they like, which seems to work for them, but in cases of obesity or dietary restriction it is difficult to bring these habits under control.

ADVICE

Find a balance between your physical and metaphysical sides. Learn to trust more and to share fully. Put the past behind you and beware of sensationalism. Learn to express the best part of yourself, but do not deny your weaknesses either. Accept the whole package.

MEDITATION

Caution should not be mistaken for cowardice

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In addition, today's Los Angeles Times horoscope bodes well for me:

Today's birthday (March 12). It's a year of wonders. Your curiosity is sparked at every turn, driving you to discover more and more. Your hometown is like a foreign land for all the new things you learn between now and June. Give in to the direction work leads you. Committing to the task at hand opens doors. The positive influence of Scorpio and Leo is remarkable. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 8, 46, 33 and 23.