☆Your greatest challenge is to overcome any shyness
☆The way forward is…simply to pretend you are confident. The more you pretend, the easier it will be to slip into that role naturally.
The Birthday Of The Capable Front Runner, The Day Of The Viable Candidate
Sun sign: Pisces
Ruling planet: Neptune, the speculator
Symbol: Two Fishes
Birth date ruler: Mercury, the communicator
Tarot card: The Hierophant (guidance)
Favorable numbers: 5, 7
Lucky days: Thursday and Wednesday, especially when those days fall on 5 and 7 of the month
Lucky colors: All shades of green
Birthstone: Aquamarine
People born on February 23 have an optimistic, positive, can-do approach to life, and this is the key to their success. They are quietly rather than openly confident, believing that their accomplishments will speak for themselves. Because they aren’t flashy, pretentious or showy in any way, other people tend to be drawn to them.
February 23 people take great care in every aspect of their lives and have an analytical approach to problems, but they most certainly aren’t ponderous in their approach. They can be incredibly efficient, capable of delivering quality results for any task that they undertake. They often find great joy in the work itself rather than the reward. They believe that, having weighed up the alternatives, they are the best person for the job, with the best approach to it. The confident certainty they project can appear uncompromising but it is also infectious. More often than not, others believe exactly what they say and put enormous trust in them.
Another strength of people born on this day is their power of self-expression. Not only are they extremely articulate, they are also excellent listeners, an unusual combination that distinguishes them from other great speakers. They often find themselves in the position of confidant, this can sometimes give them an unfair advantage; they should beware of becoming manipulative when things aren’t going their way. They should use their verbal skills and their empathy for others positively, especially between the ages of twenty-seven and fifty-six, when they become more confident and ambitious, and are likely to start many new ventures.
Above all, these people pride themselves on being the best person for the job. They will devote much effort to making everything in their lives, including themselves, the very best that it can be, and as a result it often is. As long as they are able to accept that life isn’t—and wasn’t meant to be—perfect, these capable front runners have the potential to earn great respect and affection from all those who cross their path.
☆ On the dark side:Manipulative, cautious, uncompromising
☆ At your best:Capable, self-starting, articulate
February 23 people specialize in offering not only their ideas but also themselves as viable alternatives to less than ideal circumstances. They are often problem solvers engaged in moving things forward in a positive direction. Once those born on this day are convinced that they are the best candidate for a job. position of family leadership or social responsibility, they must secure that position, or at least receive a fair hearing. Their arguments are usually cogent and sound as is their advice, for rarely do they try to convince anyone of their views until they have done their homework thoroughly.
February 23 people are realists, down-to-earth individuals adept at sizing up a situation and placing their finger on precisely what can be improved. Unfortunately. February 23 realism may in fact be pessimism and particularly in later life those born on this day must beware of becoming hypercritical, even bitter. There is an undeniably dark side to February 23 people, necessitating a careful balance of their energies to avoid depression. They must particularly beware of falling into self-destructive patterns.
February 23 people have a solid hold on the material world. They are not overly indulgent in enjoying the luxuries of life. For them the thrill of dealing with practicalities and everyday difficulties has to do with building on yesterday and preparing for the complexities of tomorrow.
They are like a motor which once running, keeps running.
Those born on this day are happy to expand their base of operations but will generally do so cautiously. One reason for their success, in addition to their pragmatism, is their kairotic sense, i.e. knowing the right time to act and when to stand pat. Those born on this day usually handle the existential dilemma well, taking responsibility for directing their lives while accepting the laws of inevitability.
When February 23 people are frustrated in one direction they rarely backtrack, but simply choose another path. Most of the time, before embarking on plan A, they have already considered the merits of plan B. and hold it in ready reserve. Thus those born on this day excel at offering advice to those who have simply reached a dead end and can go no furthe'r. Often they themselves, or their services, prove to be the viable alternative to a stalemate.
In their private lives, February 23 people must beware of adopting an all-knowing or infallible attitude and becoming complacent or unresponsive to the emotional needs of others. They must strive to keep their minds open and tune in to the wishes of those around them. By truly valuing the opinions of others, and listening quietly and non-judgmentally to their concerns, they will win friends and inspire support for their own efforts.
Power Thought:My life is wonderful in every way,In plants, as in people, the strongest candidate for survival is often the "volunteer"
Those born on the 23th day of the month are ailed by the number 5 (2+3=5). and by the planet Mercury. Since Mercury represents quickness of thought and change. February 23 people may find themselves likely to both overreact mentally and to change their physical surroundings with great regularity. The combination Mercury-Neptune (Neptune rules Pisces) indicates great sensitivity to external phenomena and a logical ability to think in universal terms. Whatever hard knocks those ruled by the number 5 receive from life typically have little lasting effect on them as they recover quickly. The number 23 is associated with happening, and this is particularly true for February 23 people who wish to be at the center of the action.
The 5th card of the Major Arcana is The Hierophant. an interpreter of sacred mysteries who is symbolic of human understanding and faith. His knowledge is esoteric and he has authority over things unseen. Favorable traits conferred by this card are self-assuredness and insight; unfavorable traits include moralizing, bombast and dogmatism.
☆Luck maker:(Reveal your passion)When you show excitement, you give off energy and this attracts others to you because it shows that you are committed and that you care.
You’re drawn to people born on May 22 to June 21:You share a passion for talking and for listening; this creates an unbreakable bond.
People born on February 23 have the ability to seduce others with a few carefully chosen glances and words. They are looking for someone with whom they can share their lives and build a future; one-night stands don’t really appeal. They tend to be dazzled by looks first, and hearts and minds second, so it might help if they applied the same pragmatic approach to relationships as they do to their professional life, taking their time before rushing headlong in.
Wanting to stay young and fit, people born on this day should eat carefully and have plenty of exercise to keep them looking toned and healthy. They regard their bodies in the same way they regard everything else: as an opportunity to fine tune and improve. There is a danger, however, that they can push themselves too hard, and so they need to make sure they find ways to relax and unwind and—above all—have fun. Plenty of sleep is important and they should make sure their bedroom is a comforting and peaceful place, perhaps painted in the color green to promote harmony and balance. They may also benefit from regular massage or reflexology as they can be prone to aches and pains, especially in their feet, as a result of their hard-working approach to life. The hands-on approach suits their sensual nature.
Those born on February 23 are likely to drive themselves too hard. They must learn to rest and relax. Also, undisturbed, full nights of sleep are crucial to their health. Therefore, a top priority should be given to making their sleeping space comfortable and quiet. Because of their sensuous orientation, those born on this day are particularly receptive to massage and all forms of pleasurable physical stimulation. This sensuality is shown in their attitude toward food as well. They can make excellent cooks, capable of creating new dishes and rethinking traditional recipes. They must, however, be careful of letting their appetites run away with them, and are advised to limit fat in their cooking and diet. Regular moderate daily exercise is recommended for February 23 people.
These people make great advisors, agents, negotiators, analysts, planners, and expert advisors in any field. Their communication skills ensure their success in any people-related career, and they may find themselves drawn to artistic, musical or dramatic forms of expression. Whatever career they choose, the capable and determined approach that people born on this day are blessed with will push them into the forefront of any area of expertise.
The life path of people born on this day is to learn to be the vibrant person they are. Once they learn to take themselves a little less seriously, their destiny is to encourage others to do things the right way.
Listen to others and remain open to their suggestions. You may not always be the best solution to a problem. Learn to back off when necessary. In your personal life be more caring and attentive.Remember to relax and have fun. too.
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