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MONTH: MARCH

DAY 31

SIGN: 9-11° ARIES

March Thirty-First
PERIOD: ARIES I

CARDINAL FIRE

THE DAY OF TENACITY

who
BORN ON THIS DAY: People bom on March 31 are fighters will get ahead no matter what. They have
the tenacity to hang in there for the duration. Once established in a post, they will be
Rene Descartes (French
very difficult to unseat. They may have original ideas that remain unexpressed simply
c. philosopher,
because they indeed relish holding on to a favorable position. When called upon in a time of
Discourse on Method,
crisis, however, they often come up with highly creative and practical solutions, winning
mathematician, "I think,
them the appreciation of their superiors.
therefore I am"), Franz
March 31 people can be difficult to work with as they tend to be argumentative and
Joseph Haydn (Austnan
th demanding of co-workers. But those born on this day are above all very realistic about the
1
8- 1 c. composer,
Rene Descartes positions they hold and shrewd enough to guarantee their survival in the job jungle.
Beethoven's teacher,
Perhaps once or twice in a lifetime. March 31 people will be presented with the opportu-
innovated four major musical forms:

string quartet piano sonata, symphony,

nity to make a major change in occupation — if they take it they will probably succeed,

though it may take time. If they decide to pass up the opportunity, their hidden talents may
concerto), Moses-ben-Maimon
never see the light. Those born on this day react well to challenges but due to their love of
(Maimonedes, Saladin court physician,
security and realism about money matters prefer calculated risks to reckless gambles.
Jewish philosopher), Nikolai Gogol
March 31 people are comfortable as the boss, but really do better as associates or part-
(Russian short-story writer, novelist,
ners, where their talents for innovation and creative thought can contribute to a team effort.
Dead Souls), Cesar Chavez (migrant
Those born on this day can live for years on their own. but function well in family life.
worker unionist), Albert Gore, Jr. (US
Because they often marry late, they may adopt children or even a ready-made family, acting
vice president, senator, Tennessee),
the role of step-parent.
Gordie Howe (hockey right-wing,
March 31 people hardly impress one as cuddly types, but are quite affectionate in their
played thirty-two seasons, 6x NHL
own way, expressing warmth through gentle teasing or humor. Overt love is something that
sconng leader, I2x All-NHL, second in

unconsciously frightens them, hence their often ironic or even cynical exterior. But a deep
all-time points), Volker Schlondorff
need for caring, heightened by any parental rejection in childhood, demands a warm under-
(German film director, The Tin Drum),
standing mate who knows when to back off and when to come on. Reading the signals of a
Nagisa Oshima (Japanese film director,
March 31 person is the key to relating to them. They are very intuitive and expect loved ones
Merry Chnstmas Mr. Lawrence), John
to be the same way. perhaps to understand them without a word being spoken. Indeed, they
Fowles (novelist, The Magus).
are very suspicious of anyone who is too glib, too giving of promises.
Christopher Walken (film actor), Liz
March 31 people do not really have the drive to be great leaders, but are patient enough
Claiborne (fashion designer), Shirley
to wait and ultimately get what they want. Generally they follow their head rather than their
Jones (singer, actress), Richard
heart. Because they are so mentally oriented, others would do better not to appeal to them
Chamberlain (TV, film actor), Herb
through emotions (particularly when manipulative) but plain common sense. This will elicit a
Alpert (trumpeter, co-founder A&M
heartfelt response, as straight talking is what those born on this day value most.

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Those born on the 31

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day of the month are ruled by the number 4 (3+1=4), and by the planet Nederiander (New York
Uranus. Since only seven months have a 31
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day. it is a less common number for a birthday, theater executive, pro-

and the people born on these days are often difficult to fathom. The combination of Mars ducer), John Jakes (TV

(ruler of Aries) and Uranus can mean an explosive temper and unpredictable, impulsive screenplay wnter, North

behavior. Those ruled by the number 4 can be stubborn or argumentative, since they see and South), Leo Buscaglia
Chavez after a fast
things so differently from everyone else. Their psyche is sensitive, particularly when it comes (therapist, TV lecturer),

to rejection, which they take very hard. Generally March 31 people are reasoners and show Rhea Perlman (TV actress), Viscount

good sense, muting the more erratic qualities mentioned above. William Waldorf Astor I (New York
businessman, son of John Jacob Astor I)

TAROT
The 4 th card of the Major Arcana is The Emperor, who rules over concrete and worldly things
through wisdom, the primary source of his power. The Emperor is stable and profound; the
force of his authority cannot be questioned. The positive associations of this card are strong

willpower and steadfast energy; unfavorable qualities include willfulness, tyranny and brutality.

HEALTH
The greatest health danger for people born on March 31 is that they will push their frustration

or anger inside. This can result in chronic ailments such as ulcers, high blood pressure or

even cancer, particularly at an advanced age. Those born on this day need to express them-
selves directly, since they are often concerned with keeping the ship on an even course, or
serving as compromiser and mediator. Physical exercise of a quite demanding nature, such as

running, boxing, gymnastics or mountain climbing may be just what the doctor ordered; STRENGTHS
because March 31 people like group activities, team sports such as baseball or basketball may TENACIOUS
LUCID
be appealing. Since the social nature of March 31 people is usually well developed, they love
PRAGMATIC
group meals. Whether at cookouts or Sunday smorgasbords, they like to see others eat, talk

and socialize. What better hobby for them, then, than cooking for others? Few restraints need
WEAKNESSES
be put on their dietary preferences.
REPRESSED
FRUSTRATED
ADVICE ARGUMENTATIVE
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fee your good sense to advantage but also tmst your deepest instincts. Beware of your argu-
mentative tendencies. Open yourself to love and to affection. Deal with your fear of rejection.

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