Report

Those born on April 7 infuse everything they do with an enthusiastic and energetic commitment. However, if they are unfortunate enough to have experienced an unhappy childhood, due either to their parents or environment, they will carry a certain lifelong sadness with them. April 7 people often display great enthusiasm and creativity in their younger years, only to settle down into a more predictable or comfortable groove. On the other hand, as children those born on this day may waste much of their energy on rebelliousness. And despite the fact that many April 7 people grow increasingly wise with the passing years (and less reckless), anger can continue to be a problem for them. It is not uncommon for April 7 people to reach a point in their lives when they can spiritually progress no further and have to make a very big change—this can happen at their first Saturn return (at about age twenty-eight) or around the age of forty-two (when both Saturn and Uranus are opposite their natal positions). If April 7 people pass through this crossroads well, they are capable of even greater success in their new life. They may feel less impelled to throw themselves at the world, and instead allow the world to come to them. Even if April 7 people themselves are going through a quiet period they are sensitive to the positive energy of others and respond to it. The more advanced individuals born on this day have the ability to channel and direct such positive energy toward social and religious goals. The spiritual life of April 7 people is of great importance to them and will often manifest in a religious attitude toward the world, whether they actively practice within a sect or not. In this regard, however, April 7 people must beware of turning others off with an unvarying optimism which is not always shared. It is thus vitally important that they preserve a critical and objective capacity. Less highly evolved April 7 people will give the impression of dependability, but often prove unreliable when called upon in times of need. The reality factor of such April 7 people is low and their anger factor high, so that others who come to depend on them may be in for a nasty surprise. More highly evolved April 7 people will be as reliable as their enthusiasm promises, but may find it unmanageable to have too many people depending on them. When this happens, these April 7 people generally seek solitude, sometimes for extended periods of time. In relationships, April 7 people often bolster feelings of self-worth in their partner, and are very supportive in general. The danger is that the partner may come to depend on this enthusiasm and be shattered if and when it is one day withdrawn. April 7 people do well in public positions in which they can inspire others to higher achievement through their own example. They should continually work toward being realistic in their view of everyday life, and must not be carried away by illusions. They should also avoid reacting in an angry fashion if their expectations are not met by others.

Numbers

Those born on the 7th day of the month are ruled by the number 7 and by the planet Neptune. Because this watery planet rules visions and dreams, those ruled by the number 7 do not always carry through their ideas and tend to be unrealistic. In addition, the influence of Mars (ruler of Aries) can serve to push those born on April 7 over the edge, provoking irritation or anger in themselves and others. Those ruledby the number 7 are characteristically restless lovers of change and travel. Since they so often pay little regard to the material side of life, April 7 people must beware of risking financial embarrassment or leaving dependents and family members destitute.

Archetype

The 7th card of the Major Arcana is The Chariot, which shows a triumphant figure moving through the world, manifesting his physical presence in a dynamic way. The card may be interpreted to mean that no matter how narrow or precarious the correct path, one must continue on. The good side of this card posits success, talent and efficiency; the bad side suggests a dictatorial attitude and a poor sense of direction.

Health

Those born on April 7 who come to peace with themselves generally enjoy long life and good health. The danger is that they will go overboard in their enthusiasm, overstressing their bodies and taking a good constitution for granted. Since the human body can only tolerate so much excess, those born on this day will find their lifespans considerably shortened unless they become more aware of their limitations. In this respect, a conservative re-direction of their life at a crisis point may insure greater longevity. The cultivation of patience, of simply learning to wait, is of great importance to an April 7 person; it will be directly reflected in improved health. Because of vulnerability to stress-induced stomach ulcers, April 7 people may have to occasionally go on a bland diet, avoiding fatty, spicy and acidic foods.

Advice

Not everyone is as enthusiastic as you are, so give people a chance to react naturally. Don’t overwhelm them with your energy and expectations. Also beware of denying others their personal right to choose.

Meditation

Carpenters say, “Measure twice—cut once”