☆Your greatest challenge is to be tactful when expressing your opinions
☆The way forward is to understand that people generally respond better to you when you make them feel good about themselves.
The Birthday Of Lucidity, The Day Of The Mischievous Maverick
Sun sign: Taurus
Ruling planet: Venus, the lover
Symbol: The Bull
Birth date ruler: Jupiter, the philosopher
Tarot card: The Hanged Man (reflection)
Favorable numbers: 3, 8
Lucky days: Friday and Thursday, especially when these days fall on 3 and 8 of the month
Lucky colors: Lilac, green
Birthstone: Emerald
People born on May 12 may appear steady and sensible on first acquaintance but past the small-talk stage a witty and engaging person emerges. In fact, their wealth of intelligent perspectives often takes other people by surprise.
They have tremendous energy and will-power and although they do not necessarily seek leadership, they often find themselves promoted to that position because of their hard work and dedication. Independent and self-assured but also easy to approach, they inspire confidence in the people they live and work with. They are also extremely observant and their well-honed critical faculties can work to their advantage. Although they use humor and the element of surprise to question and challenge conventional thinking, this can degenerate into criticism and sarcasm. They do need to learn to curb their biting observations and avoid alienating those close to them.
Until the age of thirty-nine there is an emphasis on study and developing their communication skills; during this time they should learn to soften their sharp tongue with humor. After the age of forty they perceive the importance of home and the need to care emotionally for themselves, as well as others. During these years they need to show their generous side by highlighting the strengths of others as well as their weaknesses, and by praising as much as they criticize. Once they understand that the more they give, the more they get back, there is nothing to stop them reaching for their dreams.
When it comes to their own ideas and dreams, however, there is a tendency for these people to be reticent. As a result, others may sense something in them that always remains distant and a mystery. There is nothing wrong with keeping a part of themselves private; the only danger is that by not revealing what they think and criticizing what others think, others may accuse them of only finding problems and not solutions. This, however, is unjust as they have a unique perspective on the world that has tremendous potential to motivate and inspire others with its expansive optimism.
☆ On the dark side：Sarcastic, difficult, distant
☆ At your best：Observant, ironic, analytical
Those born on May 12 have a naughty allure. Their mischievousness may not be extreme enough to get them into trouble with the authorities, but they are known for their teasing and the lighthearted pranks which they play with a twinkle in their eye.
Some May 12 people are very serious in their approach to life, but still seem to have a knack for getting into hot water (or at least very warm). Basically, they just can't do things like everyone else. They have their own highly developed style and mode of operation that often clashes with that of others.
May 12 people are debunkers. They are never so happy as when they are refuting questionable claims, wielding irony, even derision with devastating effect. On the other hand they do not claim to have all the answers themselves and indeed it may be difficult to nail down what they actually believe in. Rarely will they go out of their way to help in this respect since they are insightful but somewhat guarded about discussing their own philosophy and principles.
They are. however, able to offer fresh approaches to the problems of others which invariably prove useful. In so often going against the established order of things, May 12 people may be mistaken for radicals or rebels. Nothing could be further from the truth. Most often they are conservative in outlook, and decidedly logical. They may also appear hard, or at least cool and unemotional. In fact, a large part of this stony and critical facade is a barrier erected against the incursions of the world.
Those born on this day are often found in leadership roles. Because they actually have little or no desire to rule others, they are most often chosen by superiors for such positions on the basis of merit. May 12 people stand out from the crowd both because of their capabilities and their intense drive and dedication. Not only do they radiate a very sympathetic image to their superiors but also to co-workers as well. Those born on this day have the kind of self-assurance that encourages a strong bond of admiration to form with their peers; they may therefore be asked to be a spokesperson for a group. Likeable, but not at all easy to get close to, they maintain their aloof status while making us laugh at the absurdity of life's passing comedy.
May 12 people are very sensible and rarely appear to be foolish or deluded themselves.
They are by no means dwellers in a fantasy world, but through their lucidity allow others to see how silly social conventions as well as rigid philosophies can be. May 12 people generally see themselves as serious rather than lighthearted characters. It is the foolishness and delusions of others which necessitate the launching of their pointed barbs. It should be noted that those born on this day make good friends but bad enemies.
Power Thought：Today I will make compassion the heart of my life，What is the moment? We are only here, in the moment,if we share space and time with what we observe
Those born on the 12th day of the month are ruled by the number 3 (2+1=3). and by the expansive planet Jupiter. Those ruled by the number 3 frequently rise to the highest positions in their particular sphere. They also tend to be dictatorial, and the more dominant of May 12 personalities should beware of this. However, combined Jupiter and Venus (ruler of Taurus) influences can lend an air of gentleness and idealism to those born on this day. Those ruled by the number 3 like to be independent, so May 12 people may feel the urge to relinquish positions of authority for greater freedom. They can also just grow tired of directing others. The jupiterian nature of the number 3 lends May 12 people a highly positive, expansive and optimistic attitude in their oudook and endeavors.
The 12th card of the Major Arcana is The Hanged Man. who dangles by his foot in a headdown 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.
☆Luck maker：(Be generous with your compliments)Lucky people know how to pay compliments. Compliments that are sincere make other people feel good; when people feel good they are more likely to want to help you.
You’re drawn to people born on November 23 to December 21：You share a passion for information and adventure, and this can create a playful and intense union.
People born on this day can put their partners in a relationship under scrutiny but, once they learn to back down, they can become their lover’s greatest supporter. They are passionate and energetic lovers although there will always be a tendency for them to hold back emotionally when it comes to their own feelings. They need to understand that their feelings, however insignificant or trivial they may seem, are worth sharing.
The highly energetic people born on this day often have a fast metabolism that keeps them in good shape. If they do struggle with their weight this may be because they have confused their metabolism with yo-yo dieting, unhealthy eating and lack of exercise. They can get things back on track by making sure they always eat breakfast, by eating little and often (five or six small meals and snacks instead of three large meals a day) and by taking moderate to mild exercise for at least 30 minutes, preferably on a daily basis. Meditation is recommended to help them be more objective in a situation and focus an equal amount of attention on the positive as well as the negative. Wearing, meditating on or surrounding themselves with the color yellow will encourage them to express themselves more optimistically.
Those born on May 12 usually have a well-developed appetite for all sorts of food. Fortunately, this rarely leads to obesity because they burn energy quickly. They must resist binges, however, which can upset both their metabolism and their sensitive nervous systems. Developing a feeling of inner calm through self-study and meditation is recommended. May 12 mischievousness alleviates resentment and opens a creative outlet for aggravation and negativity. Only moderate exercise is recommended for these highly energetic people unless, of course, they show unusual athletic ability.
With their love of observation and ability to get to the point quickly, these people thrive in careers which allow them to analyze and dissect situations, such as movie or theater critics, or consultants or advisors of any sort. The caring side of their nature may surface with an interest in education, counseling, charity work, or healing. The side of them that wishes to express their creativity may also draw them toward careers in design, music and the arts.
The life path of people born on this day is to learn that the more you give in life, the more you get. Once they are able to look for the positives as well as the negatives in a situation, their destiny is to offer the world their fresh, optimistic and innovative perspective.
Leave people to their own devices. Are you comfortable in the role of missionary? Try to sweeten your acid tongue on occasion and cultivate diplomacy. Remember to love both yourself and others.
Gabriel Byrne(Irish actor and director), Katharine Hepburn(American actress), Dante Gabriel Rossetti(British Pre-Raphaelite artist),
Jiddu Knshnamurti (Indian philosopher, teacher, The Impossible Question), Florence Nightingale (British founder of modem nursing pro- fession), Edward Lear (landscape painter, light verse writer, invented limericks, The Owl and The Pussycat), Katherine Hepburn (film actress), Joseph Beuys (German painter, sculptor), Frank Stella (painter, construction artist), Dante Gabnel Rossetti (Pre-Raphaelite poet, painter), Gabriel Faure (French composer, noted for songs), George Carlin (comedian, TV actor, The George Cariin Show), Yogi Berra (baseball catcher, played on ten World Senes winners, 3x AL MVP, managed Yankees and Mets to pennants), Justus von Liebig (German chemist, established quantitative organic analysis), Burt Bacharach (songwriter), Howard K. Smith (TV journalist, anchor), Stevie Winwood (singer, songwriter, Traffic), Farley Mowat (Canadian naturalist, writer, Never Cry Wolf, autobiography, Born Naked), Pat McCormick (US Olympic four gold medal-winning diver), Emilio Estevez (film actor, director, son of Martin Sheen), Andre Amalrick (maverick Soviet writer), Lennox Berkeley (composer), Wilfred Hyde White (British film, stage actor)
