One figure that has a lot of bearing on our lives, intertwined with our name is of the date of birth. The characteristics of a native, according to the English calendar, are largely denoted by the date involved.

1.      If you are born on the first day of the month, you would be a good administrator and likely to get a Government or otherwise established job. However, you would have a sizeable ego.

2.      Primarily of a soft nature, seeker of peace. Would fare well in industrial establishment.

3.      Open-hearted, humourous, and fond of being hospitable. Would successfully handle big projects.

4.      Would not follow the conventional path. As a result, would often be misunderstood. Would display keen business acumen. Would not suffer fools.

5.      Very quick on the uptake. Would always be inclined to take up a job and finish off work quickly but not necessarily see it through with matching speed.

6.      A lucky guy. Unexpected help fails on his/her lap. Easily finds a bond with open-minded persons.

7.      Lacks self-control somewhat. Vacillating tendency often gives way to wanderlust yet often provides opportunities in the field of art, music, or some uncharted field.

8.      Courageous and conscious of self-respect. Life often undergoes a radical change owing to situations beyond their control, whether it concerns love or even separation.

9.      Always on the lookout to seize an opportunity discreetly, whether it is physical or mental. Would excel in sports, business, and industry.

10.  Highly ambitious, extremely hard-working, and a born leader. Easily influenced by flattering.

11.   It is one of the two master numbers: 11 and 12. By virtue of this specialty, the native would be mighty powerful, and influential. Tends to create a bit of drama both in profession or business. Suffers from sudden mood swings.

12.  Extremely kind-hearted. Can exert leadership yet easily bring others to his/her fold and point of view. Ideal for completing projects though ego problems sometimes get in the way.

13.  Not necessarily an unlucky number for everybody but often misunderstood. Some tend to fall as puppets in the hands of fate.

14.  Rather polite, relatively shy, and often can be taken advantage of. However, if the native remains steadfast on principle, can come up as an excellent public relations professional, salesman, teacher, or even an industrialist.

15.  Possesses a magnetic personality. On the one hand, would be fond of a lavish life yet be ready to give it up on the spur of the moment to lead a life of a sanyasi. Another paradox has the latent trait of a saint and Satan in tandem. Could blossom out as a good speaker, singer, or politician.

16.  Got a strange combination of being a realist and spiritualist and is prone to fighting these opposing forces all through. Should, therefore, be consciously focused on life's goal and concentration is imperative.

17.  Does not enjoy marital bliss. Should be on guard against conjugal discord or affairs. Natives of this date emerge as good teachers, statesmen, industrialists, and social reformists.

18.  Tends to be highly emotional. Likely to suffer for sticking to the truth at any cost and willingly faces the consequences. Often has to bear a heavy burden of responsibility on account of losing parents or guardians. At times, misunderstanding and ego hassles create problems.

19.  Success is the keynote of life here but the end is sudden, often in explosive accidents.

20.  Success is earmarked in industry and culture and in other fields as diverse as medicine, shipping, publicity, and psychology. Basically of genteel nature, others would find him/her always reliable. Would be attracted to Nature.

21.  A date that spells romance. Fair sex and fortune is for the asking. Good in organizational prowess. Kind natured and honors friendship. Cools down quickly if betrayed after the initial flare-up.

22.  A date that carries enormous possibility but often beset by lack of cooperation from others. Responsibility is often thrust on this native's shoulders in times of crisis.

23.  Denotes income from more than one source. Can maneuver and create avenues for the furtherance of progress. Fantasizes relationship. Always extravagant.

24.  A lucky number blessed with help from the opposite sex. Works as a team member with a fine spirit of cooperation. Gets due recognition for versatility.

25.  Indicates victory and triumph. Would be attracted by astrology and tantra. Success comes for this native through struggle and strife.

26.  The date is synonymous with the Lord of the Jews. The native gains knowledge through observation and experience. Associated with this number are several negative features - falsehood, conspiracy, theft, ultimately leading to losses and disrepute. Many become envious of the success of this native. The characteristics are conspicuously manifest in those born in December, January, and May.

27.  An expansive number embedded with the softness of the Moon and the enigma of Neptune. As a result, the possibility of emotional breakdown is prevalent. Yet this figure stands for a great organizing capability. The native inflicts health hazards on himself/herself by worrying about the welfare of others.

28.  Indicates soft nature, often reflecting feminine characteristics that deter the native from executing stern action called for in leadership. Because of the influence of Saturn on this number, unhappiness continues virtually endlessly.

29.  Stands out and is counted amongst common people. Succeeds eminently with any work related to public affairs. Health is not a strong point for this native. Unable to bounce back if dislodged from a position of eminence.

30.  Extremely courageous, willing to venture out where others would not dare. Fluctuations of luck are unavoidable. Would never be confined to a small circle. Ideally suited to Government positions, defense, and detective types of assignments.

31.  Fortunate as well as charismatic. Would reap the benefit of labor but likely to be lonely even in the company of others, family, and friends. Spiritual advancement is assured. Given an opportunity, would succeed by translating personal plans.