Report

Both men and women born on November 16 have a natural feeling for authority and how to wield it. Many have a reputation for being good directors or managers, whether in their family or at work. They also function well in an advisory or coaching capacity in social groups and teams to which they belong. Their command is rarely questioned, since they are wise enough to avoid arousing animosity or rebellion, and generally make decisions with the best interests of the group in mind. Yet, as children or adolescents, those born on this day are often rebellious or even destructive, and may not emerge into a more mature stage until their early thirties. Fortunately, most November 16 people, by examining their own behavior, can gain insight not only into themselves but also into the motivations, needs and concerns of others. November 16 people are very much individuals, not overly influenced by their social circle, family or peers. Accepting help, nurturing or support can be difficult for them. However, they often have an active imagination, which among other things allows them to empathize with someone else’s situation, to truly understand what someone is feeling by putting themselves in that person’s shoes. The most successful individuals born on this day have a knack for getting the job done and for establishing their own supremacy in a given field, yet because they know how to treat people well and have a wide range of life experience they can also make highly cooperative members of a team. It doesn’t hurt that behind their outward charm, others can sense backbone and resolve, and hence think twice before needlessly opposing or confronting them. On the other hand, November 16 people enjoy competition and thus make excellent rivals for those who are on their level. November 16 people are very concerned with finding the right match for themselves, as well. Choosing a life partner, both in love and business, is of the utmost importance to them. Quite often they are unable to further their career until the right person has come into their lives. Unfortunately, where love is concerned, a lot of water may have gone under the bridge before this happens, and November 16 people may struggle emotionally for some years. Indeed, unhappy love affairs, broken marriages and sexual frustrations can dot the landscape of their lives. Those November 16 people who never find that right person after all can lead a rather solitary existence and, their independent nature notwithstanding, may come to rely heavily on their family and lifelong friends for emotional support. Thankfully they are also available to others in the same category.

Numbers

Those born on the 16th day of the month are ruled by the number 7 (1+6=7), and by the planet Neptune. Despite the fact that those ruled by the number 7 often fail to carry through their ideas and can get out of touch with reality easily, such problems exist only for less mature or unevolved November 16 people. The plutonic aspects of their sign (Pluto rules Scorpio) usually insure a firm grip on objective, particularly financial, reality. However, less highly evolved November 16 people may follow the tendency of many ruled by the number 7 to throw caution to the winds financially and leave their families financially embarrassed.

Archetype

The 16th card of the Major Arcana is The Tower, which in one version of the Tarot deck shows both a king falling from a lightning-struck tower and the builder of this tower being killed by a blow to the head. The Tower symbolizes the impermanence of not only physical structures but also of relationships or vocations in our lives. The changes wrought may be sudden and swift. The positive elements of the card include overcoming catastrophe and confronting challenges; however, the Tower cautions against rising unjustifiably high, risking destruction at the hands of one’s own invention and succumbing to the lure of fanciful enterprises. Thus, November 16 people are reminded by the Tarot to beware of dubious endeavors.

Health

Those born on November 16 must be careful of sedentary ailments, particularly back problems, poor elimination and a tendency to gain weight. Following a strict regimen of exercise for a given time each day is therefore essential to their good health. They must beware of overeating, particularly rich foods with too much butter or cream. Overstressing their digestive system, liver and pancreas can lead to gall bladder (from fat), cirrhotic (from alcohol) and diabetic (from sugar) problems in their forties. The use of herbal teas and infusions can in some cases benefit them greatly.

Advice

Always keep the interests of others in mind. Act responsibly and exercise your authority wisely. Do not give in to power urges. Watch out for sabotage but don’t get paranoid. Remain both calm and alert.

Meditation

Supremacy is relative