Report

Even the most lethargic of souls can be stimulated by the rousing energy of a November 6 person. Those born on this day are generally either invigorating personalities by nature, or involved in creating a stimulating and enthusiastic environment for themselves and others. At any rate, November 6 people surely get the blood flowing. One reason why November 6 enthusiasm is so infectious is that it is not of a superficial variety, but springs from a deep place. Well-grounded in technique, fact, self-assurance and conviction, November 6 people display a profound belief in their abilities as well as their chances of achieving success in this world. One danger, of course, is that they may grow overconfident and on the basis of past successes miscalculate future prospects. Indeed, though it is healthy to build for the future, life is never a straight upward path of exponential success, but a winding road with both valleys and peaks. Therefore, those born on this day need to remain realistic about their limitations, particularly as the years go by, and cultivate a sternly objective, critical sense which can guarantee the continued quality of what they produce. There is no denying the capacity of November 6 people to delight, perhaps to entertain. However, not everyone appreciates their direct, forceful and uncompromising nature. Strangely enough, their surfeit of energy can at times have a depressing effect on others, particularly on more “realistic” types. This may not be an easy thing for those born on this day to understand. November 6 people must find a way to handle defeat and disappointment, for they are not so tough when it comes to rejection. They can also benefit greatly from interaction with those who do not share their views. Part of their spiritual training lies in learning to maintain their balance, calm and reserve, insuring that their energies can flow in an uninterrupted stream rather than in spurts. Usually more highly evolved individuals born on November 6 have a fine sense of humor, which saves them from becoming too heavy or serious, and acts as a bridge between them and others. However, because their humor has a markedly ironic and satiric flavor, they must be careful not to be offensive. Physical in their orientation, some November 6 people actually have a visceral impact on those around them. Their affect tends to be more sexual than sensual, athletic rather than sensuous, and provoking rather than calming. November 6 people have a way of holding a mirror up to others, and friends and family in particular may not always like what they see. Those born on this day have a responsibility in this regard to be a true reflective surface and not a distorted glass. They should keep in mind, however, that sometimes the truth is better left unspoken.

Numbers

Those born on the 6th day of the month are ruled by the number 6 and by the planet Venus. Those ruled by the number 6 are magnetic in attracting both sympathy and admiration, and the influence of Pluto and Mars (ruler and co-ruler of Scorpio, respectively) on Venus here grants a decidedly sexual orientation to this attractive power. Often love becomes the dominant theme in the lives of those ruled by the number 6.

Archetype

Emphasizing this last point is the fact that the 6th card of the Major Arcana is The Lovers, symbolizing the love that unites all of humanity through integration of masculine and feminine polarities. On the good side this card indicates affections and desires on a high moral, aesthetic, and physical plane; on the bad side, it suggests a propensity for unfulfilled desires, sentimentality and indecisiveness. Because of Scorpio’s decidedly sexual orientation, November 6 people must beware of letting their passions rule their lives.

Health

Those born on November 6 must be careful not to become victims of their own optimism, where their health is concerned. Regular checkups are recommended in addition to objective monitoring of their weight, eating habits and exercise. Vigorous exercise is well sustained by November 6 people, including competitive and endurance sports, complex yoga and the martial arts. Dancing is also highly recommended. Particular attention should be paid to digestive and excretory functions, which can be aided by high-fiber diets.

Advice

Be aware of your effect on others; find a way to mute your energies while still being you. Allow yourself to be less dense and more transparent so others can see the light in you. Learn how to handle disappointment.

Meditation

We are given eyes to see and ears to hear, but what is required of the mind?