Report

The highly controversial individuals born on January 26 are most often bold and aggressive. Their determination in reaching their goals at times seems limitless, their faith in themselves unbounded. Rarely if ever do they care who or what stands in their way. Specialists in sudden assaults, they usually go with everything they have got at whatever they consider the proper moment. However, as strategists, they rarely hit out blindly, but carefully plan their campaigns. In many areas of concern, moral considerations do not exist for January 26 people, and this can spell problems for them. When they operate freely without first considering varying points of view they can get way off track and arouse great antagonism from other powerful figures or from society at large. When they are able to appear more sympathetic, warm, human and amiable they will find they encounter less opposition. Since striking forth boldly characterizes so much of what they do, January 26 people must beware of hurting others, either psychologically or physically. Because they tend to act quickly and decisively they can take others by surprise. Consequently, loved ones may not feel comfortable or stable in their presence. Unless they make their intentions and expectations more apparent, friends and mates may find it difficult to be close or intimate with them. Explosive situations seem to attract January 26 people. They have an instinct for where things are happening, and rarely miss an opportunity to be in on the action. Because they are so externally oriented, it is incumbent on them at some point in their lives to get to know themselves better, perhaps wax more philosophical, and decide just how great a priority should be placed on sheer excitement. They stand forewarned that their personal development is likely to stagnate unless at some point they begin to take an interest in their inner, deeper motivations and needs. January 26 parents can be inspiring to their children, and generally like to be physical with them and have fun. They can however be too strictly authoritarian, even dictatorial, as well. Often rebellious against their own parents, January 26 people may unconsciously encourage this same sort of activity in their own children. A stable family life, and a loving, understanding, but firm, mate, do wonders to ground their driving energies. Learning to share, to compromise on a daily basis and participate in group activities are all important to their development.

Numbers

Those born on the 26th of the month are ruled by the number 8 (2+6=8), and by the planet Saturn. Since Saturn carries strong feelings of responsibility, and an accompanying tendency toward caution, limitation and fatalism the conservative and dictatorial side of January 26 people is emphasized. The combined influence of Saturn with Uranus (ruler of Aquarius), lends force and inspiration to the efforts of January 26 people. Often those ruled by the number 8 build their lives and careers slowly and carefully, but this may not be the case with those born on January 26, who are more impulsive. Although they may actually be quite warmhearted, saturnian influences can lend those ruled by the number 8 a cold exterior.

Archetype

The 8th card of the Major Arcana is Strength or Courage, which depicts a graceful queen taming a furious lion. The queen symbolizes the female Magician who can master rebellious energies and stands for moral as well as physical strength. This card’s positive attributes include charisma and determination to succeed; the negative qualities include complacency and the misuse of power.

Health

Those born on January 26 must be extremely careful regarding the explosive and violent aspects of their nature. In addition they can be accident-prone and attractive of turbulent energy. Particularly at risk are their legs and ankles. Injuries may result in thrombotic conditions later in life, with the danger of strokes from a dislodged embolus. Some form of meditative or spiritual training is necessary for January 26 people to keep their energies under control and constructively channeled. In this respect, they should cut down on their meat and sugar consumption, and base more of their diet on stable grains and vegetables. Only moderate activity is recommended and care should be taken around competitive sports. A loving sexual relationship is usually crucial to them, and a few honest, close and loyal friends indispensable.

Advice

Cultivate your human side. Learn to relax and enjoy yourself. Admitting weakness sometimes lightens one’s burden. Remain calm and keep in touch with the feelings and perceptions of others.

Meditation

Sometimes blending in is requisite for survival