Thursday, October 25, 2012

Numerology for Names


Chaldean Numerology:
Calculate the number your name adds up to. Ideally if it matches the date you were born, it is supposed to be lucky!

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Points To Remember           

1 to 9 are single numbers and are called, 'Principal' or 'Root' or 'Single' numbers. All numbers beyond these 9 become 'Double' or 'Compound' numbers also known as 'Spiritual' numbers.
  
The Single or Root numbers denote what the human being they represent appears to be in the eyes of his/her fellow beings.

The Double or Compound numbers reveal the hidden influences that play a silent role behind the scenes. They foreshadow the future and foretell of the hidden shadows of the destiny of man.
    
SINGLE NUMBERS

No. 1 Positive Aspect Planet: Sun, Father, Male, Active and individual. Originality, dynamisms, the beginning, egotism, self reliance, positivism, power, distinction, potent energy urges, determination, tenaciousness of purpose, pride, ambition, intention, quick grasping power, complete and quick recovery after even the most serious of illnesses. Great authority and aspirations, research and vigour.

Negative Aspect Hard and unrelenting, unemotional and materialistic, blunt and mean especially the number 1 women. Inflated ego with a bloated sense of self worth, aloofness, domination, impertinence, rigidity, pride, pomp and showing off, braggart, splurges money wastefully.

No 2 Positive Aspects Planet: Moon, Mother, Female, Passive and Dual. Increase, relationships, psychic attraction, Emotions, Mentality, sympathy, antipathy, doubts, vacillation, medicine, house keeper, manager, sub-ordinate, moderation, restraint, psychic powers, intuition, literary capabilities, artistic talents, resourcefulness, power over the mind, capable of controlling the unbalanced, more than one profession, mutability and purity. Fellowship, humanity, honesty, imagination, simplicity and idealistic.

Negative Aspects Coldness, envy, jealousy, haste, shyness, double mindedness, whimsical, vacillating, mean, petty, feminine traits in the man, hasty. Deceitful and untrustworthy, instable, indolent, imitative rather than original, apes and copies slavishly, enslaves self to environment.

No 3 Positive Aspect Planet: Jupiter, expansive, Fair, Judge, Trinity and Teacher of the God's. Increase, intelligence, capable, expansive, travel, trade, judgmental, wealth, riches, power, luxuries and enriched mental faculties. Has mental refinement, faultless judgment, originality, independent thought, master organizer, always well dressed, especially the number 3 women, thoroughness, orthodoxy, conventionality and conscientiousness. Ambition, dignity, philosophy and prestige.

Negative Aspects Too critical, meticulous, pettiness and nagging tendencies especially in the women, self righteous, cruelty, dictatorship, hypocrisy, spendthrift, egotist and vain, false pride and a boastful nature.

No 4 Positive Aspects Planet: Uranus, the first solid material number, property, real estate, possessions, materialism, realization, credibility, position, universally motivated rather than personally, has luck, critical insight and adroitness and drives a good bargain. Have good livers, are contended souls with well-formed strong physiques and mentality. Home lovers, loyal to families, love of children and responsible for their families. Are methodical, reliable, energetic, active and have great endurance.

Negative Aspects Changeable, slow moving, slow approaching, causing delays, dominating, stubborn, vindictive, highly jealous and possessive of their partners to the extent of falsely doubting their loyalty. Sometimes like sloth bears, unkempt and badly dressed, luxury loving without having the desire to work for it and earn it, inertia, over passivity, doubtful and unbelieving, pig headed with little or no interest in the spiritual side of life. Material to the core.

No 5. Positive Aspects Planet: Mercury, Quick Silver, Movement and Communication. Has reason, logic, speech, ethics, born traveler, commerce, trade, utility, gambling and speculation is a great weakness and they will bet on the number plate of passing cars as well. Money, Bankers, Financiers, Singers. Changeable, blow hot blow cold, extremists, arrogant and unpredictable. Active, restless, full of vim and grit, ambitious, wisdom, warm affections, strongest attraction for the opposite sex than any other number, interest in casual affairs, zest for life, desire to see it all and live life to the fullest. Have co-operation, practicality, vigilance and shrewdness.

Negative Aspects Lack of perseverance and persistence, Skeptical, unreliable, unpredictable, rash and impulsive, too many iron rods in the fire, lacks precision and focussed planning, vacillates and is indecisive about all matters. Can be mean and petty in money matters.

No 6 Positive Aspects Planet: Venus, Love, Harmony, Peace, Marriage, Beauty and Luxury. Have co-operation, relationship, matrimony, reciprocity, sympathy, humanity, Sensuality and pleasure seeking. Make good wives as well as mothers and sensual lovers, good home keepers and companions. Have deep thinking and reasoning power, logic, investigation, intuitiveness, inquisitiveness, deduction, appreciation for others, loves a quiet life and is not rigid but open to convincing. Excellent memories. All Fine Arts such as Actors, Singers, Dancers, Writers and Musicians.

Negative Aspects No foresight and future planning, living in the now, trusting blindly, timid where action is called for, shy, moody, not methodical, infidel and unreliable with a weakness for the opposite sex but more on the romantic plane than the gross material. Comfort seekers and luxury lovers.
No 7 Positive Aspects Planet: Neptune/Moon, Love, Sensitivity and Photostat Memories. Have brains, equilibrium, agreements, deals, contracts, bargains, treaties, art, culture, occult, philosophy mother oriented, harmony, sentimentality, expansion and travel. Have austerity, deep reflection and fairness towards all humanity, peace, serenity, tolerance and philanthropy. Have Self-sacrifice, intensity of application, mutability; are founders of new religions and torchbearers to social reforms. Are Leaders in world affairs and seekers of the truth. They love the underdog and will fight 'to death' in the name of righteousness. Temperamental with a lean towards Occult and spiritualism

|Negative Aspects Whimsical, despondent, restless, prone to give in to unfounded and unjustified fears, Not such strong bodies, more on the tall, fair and lean side, Stubborn as mules, aggressive, impractical, weak in money matters, no proper financial provisions for the future, over sensitive, emotional and more unhappy than happy most of the time. Should stay away from alcohol and drugs totally.

No 8 Positive Aspect Planet: Saturn, Destiny, Fate, Karma and Resurrection. Systematic, organized, authority,, methodical, practical and steady. Progress, change, advancement, justice, home loving, premonitions, intuitive, occultist, psychic nature, education, learning, teaching, educationalist and philosophy. Loves animals, children, family and home. Has unselfish and sacrificing love for all humanity, hates monotony and makes a wonderful social worker. Succeeds in life through journeys and changes. Has a reconstruction power, rise of the Phoenix, happy old age, ever youthful, never aging and enlightened.

Negative Aspects Death, negation,, decay, delays, hardships, retardation, loss, extinction, late rewards and lack of stability. Are dreamers and not doers. Have cynicism, vindictiveness, nervousness and laziness. Have Karmic lessons to learn.

No 9 Positive Aspects Planet: Mars. Hot, Fiery, Dynamic, Fast, Male. Has activity, courage, enthusiasm energy, and sensuality and high drives. Is practical, inventive, scientific, specialist, responsibility, tact, diplomacy, sound judgement and strong intuition. Philosophical with artistic tendencies along with lucid expressions in orating and writing, good mechanics, especially 9 women make good and efficient kitchen mechanics. Has fire, anger, passion, penetration, power, enterprise and is family minded. Engineering, Science, Mechanics, Brains.

Negative Aspects Strife, infidelity, deceitful, despondent, presumptuous, destructive, erratic, fiery tempered, unreasonable, dominating, quarrelsome and impatient. Is prone to accidents from natural as well as unnatural calamities. Will have at least one surgery in a lifetime and should avoid alcohol and drugs.

COMPOUND NUMBERS

10, symbolised by the 'Wheel of Fortune', is a number of honour, faith, self -confidence and of rise and fall of fortunes. One's name can be known for good or for evil as one desires. It is a fortunate number in as much as that one's plans will be carried out successfully.

One is the number of the Sun and consciousness; Zero represents eternity and infinity. Zero brings struggle, which teaches number 10 Natives self-confidence and shows them life in its true perspective; it gives the right understanding and finally makes the Native successful and shine in life. It created many hidden enemies but number 1 alerts, recognises and fights off. 10 is the number of success after a long and hard struggle and must always be self-reliant, alert and introspective. Any kind of dependence on others causes many problems.10 can get fame or notoriety, depending upon the Native's character and will power. It is usually successful after the 46th year of life. It's a number of change, conversions and transmutations. These Natives dare to walk paths where only angels dread to tread. They are original, impressive, magnetic, knowledgeable and intelligent. This number gains materially from the in-laws, wife, own mother and father. Being slightly erratic, they upset their own applecart at times and risk the loss of position. They are a law unto themselves.


11 is a mysterious number to occultists. It warns of hidden dangers, trials, tribulations and treachery from others. It has the symbol of 'A Clenched Hand' and 'A Lion Muzzled'. The person representing it will have great difficulties to contend with. It's a Karmic number.

11 is composed of two 1's which is the number of the Sun. The 1 repeated twice in this compound makes its Native obstinate, revolutionary and authoritative. In Theology, 11 is a number of negative omens, sinners and penance. In Hindu religion, 11 is not negative but dynamic and auspicious. Psychic 2 born on the 11th of any month, though affected by the Moon can achieve commendable success in later life. 11 has the special sensitivity and intuition for feeling spiritual vibrations and seeing ghosts and spirits, for clairvoyance and trance mediumship. This number is successful in love and gets position and honour in life. Number 11 has potent powers and their vibrations reach out to others and they take control of almost every situation. They must beware for they make many secret enemies.

12 is a compound that signifies suffering and anxiety of the mind. It stands for sacrifice and the victim, and generally foreshadows being sacrificed for the plans of others.

Composed of the Sun (1) and the Moon (2), a pair of opposites but not opposing, this number which is 3, gets co-operation on all creative fronts. Though number 3 is lucky on all fronts, born on the 12th, one is never free from anxiety, stress and makes false promises. It says 'yes' to everything without meaning it, and finds itself in a soup; it is torn apart by the stable and unchanging determination of 1 and the ever changing opinions and duality of number 2. 12 born are impulsive, vacillating, unthinking, they leave most jobs midways and mess up their personal lives. They are extra sensitive and temperamental, sympathetic and understanding. They are physically attractive and overly attracted to the opposite sex. Quick to sacrifice for others they get victimized in the bargain. They are vain, proud, ambitious and aspiring. The Medical profession is well suited for them as is the field of Fine Arts.

This number indicates changes in one's plans and place, but is not as unfortunate as it is believed to be. In some ancient writings it is said,' He who understands the number 13 will be given power and dominion'. It is symbolised as the picture of a 'Skeleton' or 'Death', with a scythe reaping down men in a vast field which has fresh and new green grass. It is surrounded by young faces and heads cropping up from all around. It is the number of upheaval and destruction. It is also a symbol of power, which if wrongly used, will wreck destruction upon itself. It is the number of warning of the unknown and the unexpected, and one must tread very carefully if it appears in future calculations of dates and names.

13 is a Karmic compound and is composed of the Sun (1) and Jupiter. The Sun afflicts Jupiter, creating an irritable nature at the same time giving its benefic qualities to the Native. In the West and in China, number 13 is considered unlucky, in Mexico it is most auspicious, in Kabala it is very lucky and in India it is considered fortunate too. 13 Natives are alert, practical and dependable; they go to the core of the matter and leave no job half ways. They are successful scientists, occultists and can attain supernatural powers and 'Siddhis'. This number has precision, accuracy and efficiency, it could be well the number of a 'Genius'. They are independent, self-willed, methodical and happy only when in the 'driver's seat'. 13 is the number of undaunted courage as well as impulsiveness.

Their career and success in the true sense only commences after their 31st year of life.

 14 This is a number of movement, combination of people, things, dangers from natural calamities such as tempests, storms, water, fire and air. It is very fortunate for dealings with money, speculation and changes in business, though there is a strong element of risk and danger attached to it generally through the foolhardiness and actions of others. If this number comes out in ones calculations for future events, one is advised to exercise caution and prudence.

14 is a karmic compound. It is composed of the Sun (1) and Uranus (4), in the West, and Rahu 4, in India. It is the double number of the Sun and in Numerology it is still considered so. Rahu is the enemy of the Sun but since it is a 'Half Planet', it acts according to the nature of the planet it is associated with. In association with the Sun, its natural and opposing/opposite enemy, it tries to cause affliction. It partly eclipses the Sun and creates problems. Number 14 people suffer from more inner conflict, turmoil and face more changes in life than other Psychic 5 (Mercury) people. 5 is a gambler, but a 5 from a 14 is even more daring and takes undue risks, is more fluid, changeable and less jovial than Psychic 23. Number 14 should guard against natural calamities. Many of their desires and wishes are associated with money and are fortunate in money matters, they are successful business people. They may have romantic involvements early in life but are inconstant in love matters

15 This is a number of occult significance, mystery and magic, and as a rule does not represent the higher side of Occultism. Its meaning being that the person represented by it will use every art of magic to suit and carry out their purpose. If associated with a strong harmonious number, it can be very lucky and dynamic, but is associated with a peculiar number like 4 or 8, the person it represents will be unscrupulous and even use 'Black Magic' to gain and fulfil his/her desires.

It is associated with eloquent talkers, gifts of art and music, a dramatic and arresting personality, a voluptuous temperament, beautiful body and a very strong personal magnetism. It is very fortunate for money matters and obtaining gifts, favours and money from others. It also gives inheritance. This number often lands itself in trouble through the opposite sex and has more than just one physical involvement. It grabs more than its share of pleasures which eventually ends in emotional disappointment and total confusion.

15=6, 1 is Independence, 5 is freedom and 6 is love. The compound 15 is composed of the Sun (1) and Mercury (5); they are neutral as well as friendly with one another. This combination gives intellect, ready wit, modernism and material success, literature, fine arts and popularity. Number 15 receives more co-operation, festivity, love and luxury than any other Psychic 6. 15th born are tender, emotional, attractive and remain looking young forever. 15 men are drawn towards tantra, magic and witch craft for the gaining of power to enjoy pleasures of the body. 15 women turn to spiritualism and the occult to overcome their physical desires

 
16 This compound is out right unlucky, it is pictured by 'A Tower struck by lightening from which a man is seen falling with a Crown on his Head', it is also called 'The Shattered Citadel'. It gives warnings of some strange fatalities awaiting one, dangers of accidents and utter defeat in ones plans. If it appears as a compound number relating to the future, it is a warning sign that should be carefully noted and plans should be made in advance in an endeavour to avert its fatalistic tendencies.
16 is a karmic compound. It is composed of the Sun (1) and Venus (6). Venus is a benefic planet but is thought of as 'The Teacher of the Demons' the malefics; the sun, belongs to the Jupiter group, Jupiter is 'The Teacher of the Gods. This makes the Sun and Venus natural enemies. Those born on the 16th have to face many problems in life. 16=7; is the number of Ketu, who is malefic and veils the power of discrimination. The Sun gives idealism and venus makes them hedonistic. 16 Natives are idealistic on the outside but inside, they are pleasure seekers. Number 7 of Ketu makes them dis-interested in worldly gains and ambitions. They may have sad married lives but are blessed with good and successful children. Number 16 is calm on the outside but in turmoil inside. These people are slow moving, hot tempered, frequently ill or off mood, sensitive, emotional, nervous and easy going, easily upset and equally easily pleased. This number is modest, alert, clever, intellectual, good humoured, generous and strong. People are magnetically drawn to them but Natives of number 16 do not give their affections away easily and readily. They are courageous but must avoid depression.

17 A highly spiritual number, expressing in symbolism the '8 Pointed Star Of Venus'; a symbol of peace and love. It is also called 'The Star Of Magi' and expresses that the person it represents has risen superior in spirits to the trials and difficulties of his life and career. It is considered the 'Number of Immortality' and the persons name lives on even after his death. It is a very fortunate number if it works out in relation to future events, provided it is not associated with single numbers 4 and/or 8.

17 is composed of the Sun (1) and Ketu (7) creating the number of Saturn (8). It denotes a strong force leading to success in business on unusual lines and has an independent status. As the Sun and Ketu are enemies, 17 always has an inner conflict, but, this conflict gives rise to self search and makes the native more aware, loving and considerate towards others . Number 8 is ruled by the malefic Saturn, yet, 17 becomes benefic and serves the human race gaining name, fame and popularity. Saturn makes 17 successful in the later part of life through the generous hands of providence. These people become immortal through their names and acquire wealth, fame and prosperity though they do not have the fortune to enjoy a good family life. Natives with this compound at their back are lovers of peace, good organisers, deep thinkers, philanthropists and strongly attracted to the occult and spiritualism. They are proud and brave and strongly individualistic. Emotionally they are calm and sincere, they are generous to an uncalled for degree and on the flipside, stingy and miserly as miserly can be. They are born leaders.

 
18 This number is one of the most difficult to interpret. It is pictured as ' A rayed moon from which drops of blood are falling; a wolf and a hungry dog are seen below catching the falling drops of blood in their open and hungry mouths, while still lower, a crab is seen hastening to join them.' It is symbolic of materialism trying to destroy the spiritual side of nature. It generally associates a person with bitter quarrels, family feuds, wars, social upheavals, revolutions, underworld activities, terrorism and in some cases, indicates making money through wars and weapons of destruction. It warns of treachery, deception by others, dangers from natural elements such as storms, death by drowning, accidents, fires and explosions. When this compound number appears in anyone's calculations of names and future dates, uttermost caution should be exercised to avert its destructive effects and safeguard of family , self and loved ones is a must.

18 is composed of the Sun (1) and Saturn (8) creating the fiery Mars (9). The conjunction of the Sun and Saturn is one of the most inharmonious ones, one starts, the other ends. Compound 18 is psychic 9 and it faces intense inner conflict, oppositions, obstacles and strife in life. This number suffers family feuds, enmities, betrayal from friends, no peace, and happiness of fulfilment in personal life and does not enjoy the fruits of marriage nor the love and acknowledgement from kith and kin. This is also a very unethical number and it will employ any means to gain materially. These people should practise 'non violence'. Number 18 only becomes financially well off after the age of 40 years and merits rewards much later on in life.

19 This number is extremely fortunate and favourable. It is symbolised as the Sun and is called 'the Prince of heaven.' It promises happiness, success, esteem and honour. It makes the person it represents materially successful and helps execute all plans positively. This is one of my favourite compounds.

The compound is composed of two harmonious planets, the Sun (1) and Mars (9), which in turn gives the single number 1 of the Sun. The Sun is exalted at 19 degrees in the sign of Aries ruled by Mars in the positive aspect of number 9. The Sun makes 19 fortunate and wise; Mars makes them bold, dashing, aggressive and hot tempered. This number faces matrimonial discord. This number has all the qualities of the dynamic 1 and is more fortunate than those born on the 10th or 28th of any month. These Natives are super active, full of energy and on the go constantly. They have a natural talent and aptitude for research, sports, quick reflexes, decisions and implementation. They are unethical in love affairs and are quarrelsome with their partners, often loosing the one real thing that really matters. They are positive and expressive, though more through writing than speaking. This number is the symbol of the ever turning 'Wheel of Fortune'.
 

20 This is the number of 'awakening and judgement.' It is symbolised by 'a winged angel sounding a trumpet, while from below, a man, a woman and a child are seen rising from a tomb with their hands clasped in prayer.'

This number has a peculiar interpretation: The awakening of, or to, a new purpose, new plans, new ambitions; the call to action, action for some noble and great purpose, a call to duty or a cause. It is not a material number and consequently is a doubtful one as far as worldly success is concerned.

If used in relation to future events, it denotes delays, hindrances and obstacles to ones plans, which can only be conquered through the development of the spiritual side of ones nature and enlightenment.
The compound of 20 is composed of the Moon (2) with 0, number of eternity and endlessness. It has the magnified qualities of number 2, which is peace and happiness, relationship and harmony, but the 0 makes it impatient, vacillating, nervous, ever changing and dependent on others and loads 2 with tiring responsibilities. Number 20 is softer, more co-operative, tender, loving and more emotional than other Psychic 2's, but its rewards are denied by the world and this causes its natives to suffer anxieties, delays, depressions, despondency, unsuccessful married lives and makes them embrace spiritualism. This number can make a very successful writer. Natives of this number would prosper if they live near water.

21 This is a very lucky compound, it is pictured as the 'universe' and is also called 'The Crown of Magi.' It bestows advancement, honours, elevation in life and general success.

It means, victory after a long fight for the Crown of Magi is only gained after a long initiation and tests of determination and persistence. It is a fortunate number of great promises if it comes into future dates and events.

This compound is composed of the Moon (2) and the Sun (1), which gives the single number 3 of Jupiter. 21 differs from other psychic 3's, it differs from 12 as the 12 belongs to the series of 10 and 21 belongs to the series of 20's. Therefore 21 is more influenced by the Moon although it represents 3 and Jupiter. Two provides the gentleness and one provides the potentiality for success in life; number 2 is the arbitrator and diplomat whereas number 1 is the dynamic power of implementation. 21 is more social and friendly than any other number 3, it is very popular with the opposite sex and has a vast social circle. These natives are kind, loving, generous and diplomatic; they are destined to achieve name, fame and popularity though at a late age. They are suspicious and dominating, but, lucky and fortunate in all walks of life.

 
22 This number symbolises 'A good man blinded by the follies of others, with a knapsack on his back full of errors'. In the picture of the Tarot card, he appears to offer no self defence against a ferocious tiger attacking him. It is a warning number of illusion and delusion, of a good person lost in a fool's paradise; A Dreamer of dreams who only wakes when surrounded by danger. It is also a number of false judgements owing to the influence of others. If it appears as a number in dates and future events, it should be carefully noted.

22 is a Karmic compound, it is composed of Moon 2 and Moon 2, giving 4 which number belongs to Rahu. Psychic 4's born on the 22nd are most strongly influenced by the Moon, yet, they carry all the qualities of number 4 which makes them slow moving, obstinate, difficult and melancholic. These people often have to suffer separations from their family and loved ones. 22 men often marry more than once, they are more indulgent than most and are promiscuous. Apart from achieving marital bliss this number can achieve almost anything materially in the second half of life. This is the number of 'The Specialist' and 'The Mystic'; Practical, Systematic, Hard working, their peak years of attaining success is from 40 years to 60 years.


23 This number is called, 'The Royal Star of the Lion', it is a promise of success, help from superiors and protection from those in high positions. This in one of the most fortunate numbers if it comes out as a date, a name number or in future events.

23 is composed of the Moon (2) and Jupiter (3), creating the 5 which is the number of Mercury. It gives most unusual career graphs based on ones creative talents and opportunity. This number is not considerate about others and is bit too selfish. If they are to find happiness and keep it, which they usually do, they should be more tolerant, less selfish and more considerate of the feelings of others; they must remember that they are not the only ones with a heart. This is the number of success, money and Intelligence. Hard work well rewarded, favours, gifts, backing from those in position and power, and benefits from the opposite sex are almost assured. This number is moody, sentimental, loves to dare and take risks, loved by all, given to a life of luxury with name, fame and popularity. They enjoy greater prosperity if they reside near the waters. They often inherit vast wealth and are very lucky people. They are highly emotional and vacillate in their emotions and decisions. They love family life and cannot live without love, yet, they resent loosing their freedom. They are very expressive vocally and have sweet voices as well as can become renowned artists, singers and orators. This is the real number of 'Quick Silver'.
 

24 This is a very fortunate number as well, it promises the help and association of those of high rank and position. It denotes success in one's plans, gains through love and the opposite sex and is a favourable number when it comes out in relation to future events, dates and name numbers.

The compound of 24 is composed of the Moon (2) and Rahu (4), also the number of Uranus and from ancient times, the double number of the Sun. It produces number 6 which is the number of Venus. The Moon and Rahu are opposites and opposed, but a Psychic 6 from a 24 becomes very lucky as opposites attract and hence 2 and 4 are in harmony. There is a difference between those born on the 24th and the 15th, 24 undergoes multiple changes, the Moon makes them helping, sincers and yet vascillating and Rahu makes them obstinate, persistant and strong.These Natives are the strong, silent, secretive kind who benefit from the opposite sex but have to pay a price as they suffer betrayals and often get stabbed in the back Only is their Destiny and Name number is in harmony with their Psychic number 6, can 24 enjoy a reasonable but ordinary family life. They are never happy with their wedded mates and always need to look elsewhere for their physical and emotional needs. This number restricts personal freedom as its Native is caught up in commitments to the family, social bindings and face keeping. Their family members become their Jailors. These people are either born rich, inherit through marriage or wealth lands in their lap

 
25 This number denotes strength gained through experience and benefits obtained through observations of people and things. This number learns from other's mistakes. It has to work hard to achieve success and may have to face strife, struggle and trials in the earlier part of life. In later life, its Natives become most lucky. It's a favourable number when it appears as dates, name number and in relation to future events.

The compound is composed or the Moon (2) and Mercury (5), together they produce the single number 7 that is the number of the half planet Ketu, also considered the number of Neptune and the double number of the Moon .This is not one of the best combinations though it is not unfortunate. The Moon is neutral to Mercury but Mercury does'nt view the Moon with friendly eyes. Psychic 7 from compound 25 tend to have a hard childhood but they are lucky for all around them. 2 and 5 are both changeable and vascillate often, they have a fluctuating character, this shadowed by the planet of ambiguity, Ketu, gives them some hard times. Those born on the 25th are more Mody, Snsitive, Iaginative, Atistic and Plosophical than any other Psychic 7. Number 7 is very lucky in love, being a 27 the Native also gains financially especially through marriage. This number has a Photostat memory and is highly Spiritual. They stand the risk of becoming 'Jacks of all Trades and Masters of non', they love to travel and are afflicted with the wanderlust. Foreign lands hold the ultimate interest for them. Natives of this number are sincere, loyal, family minded and honest.


26 This number is full of the gravest warnings for the future. It foreshadows disasters brought about by the association of others, ruin through bad speculations, wrong partnerships, unions and unworthy advice. One should consider carefully treading the path if this number comes out in future dates and names of associates.
The compound is composed of the Moon 2 and Venus 6, they are at loggerheads, making this an unfortunate compound which adds to 8 the number of the fatalistic planet saturn. This is a detrimental compound and looses out on account of its unbalanced emotions, over(self)indulgence, wrong judgments, neglect, betrayals from partners and business associates . This compound becomes materialistic and fatalistic and faces multiple delays and oppositions in the first half of life. Number 26 is not a promiscuous number and should make a wise choice in the selection of a life partner, the most suited for this number is Psychic 1, 3, 6 or 8 . 26 men are cruel, vengeful and capable of being the worst enemy that one would have the misfortune to come across. These Natives tend to be lethargic, sluggish, fickle minded, revelers in wine and women and careless regarding their children. They are materialistic and get easy money as they are lucky in money matters. They do not have enough of a positive attitude and often have problematic love affairs. For this number, 'Big is beautiful'.
 

27 This is a fortunate number and is symbolised by 'The Sceptre'. It is a promise of authority, power and command. It indicates that handsome rewards will come from the productive intellect; that the creative faculties have sown good seeds and will reap a bountiful harvest. People who have 27 as their Psychic number should always carry out their own plans and ideas and not get taken in by others suggestions. It is a fortunate number in every sense; it's deemed a KARMIC number.

This compound is composed of the Moon (2) and Ketu (7), which gives us the single number 9 of Mars. Two is co-operative and 7 has intellectual pursuits; in conjunction, they make the highest achievements in the creative and philanthropic fields and give a promise of wealth, recognition and wide travels. The Moon and Rahu are opposites, both depend on other numbers for their completion and welfare, being opposites, they attract each other. The effect of Mars makes 27 extremely authoritative, powerful, commanding, devoted to their families and loving towards all. 27 is given its dash by the fiery Mars and is a 'Specialist' of sorts. This number can quite easily become a spiritualist and attain healing powers. They have a strong sex-drive and get into illicit relationships with the opposite sex, often landing in the eye of the storm and creating wild scandals. Their married lives are not very successful and they often find themselves estranged with their partners. This number apart from being scientific is a 'showman'.


28 This number is full of contradictions. It indicates a person of great promise and possibilities who is likely to see it all taken away from him unless he carefully provides for the future. It indicates losses through trust in others, opposition and competition in business, danger of loss through court cases and the law. This number has the unfortunate likelihood of having to begin on the path of life over and over again from scratch. It is not a fortunate number from any aspect.

Composed of the Moon (2) and Saturn (8) – eternal enemies – with the manifest qualities of number 1, which is the number of the Sun, 28 becomes a difficult compound . It has to face many many obstacles, oppositions, struggle and strife. Due to the influence of the Sun on this compound, it gets the grace of success but only after a long and trying struggle. 28th born are less commanding, demanding, authoratative and dynamic than other Psychic 1's. Numbers 2 and 8 are both servants, tough fighters and serious minded. This makes 28 good fighters. Two gives the tolerance and philosophy, and 8 denotes material progress and intelligence in modernisation, hence 28 is a combination of spiritualism and materialism. Number 28 is not as lucky as 1, 10 and 19, and has to face many public and private embarrassments and complications.

 
29 This is a tricky number. It indicates uncertainties, treachery and deception from others. It foreshadows trials, tribulations, obstacles, delays and unexpected dangers. It brings unreliable friends, grief, betrayal and treachery from the opposite sex. It gives grave warnings if it comes out relating to any future events and dates. This compound is of the Moon (2) and Mars (9) governed by the Moon and number 2. It is a compound of uncertainties and insecurities, more influenced by the Moon than by Mars, hence the wavering attributes. 29 can become materially successful but in their personal or married lives, they fail badly.

These Natives are dominated life long by the dual nature of 2 and the sentimentality of 9. If blessed with a harmonic Destiny and Name number, 29 may be able to play its cards right, else, the influence of Mars makes them doubting, restless, rash and aggressive. Men with the compound of 29 at their back have a tremendous weakness for women, and these women are the cause of their downfall and misery. If a 29 does not marry early in life, it is doubtful whether its Native will ever settle down with a compatible partner and enjoy marital harmony and bliss. This is the number of the 'Extremist'.

30 This is a number of thoughtful deduction, retrospection and mental superiority over one's fellow beings. It seems to belong completely to the mental plane. The person it represents is likely to put all material things aside, not because he has to but because he wishes to do so. Number 30 can just about donate all its wealth and become a hermit. For this reason, it is neither fortunate nor unfortunate, as it all depends solely upon the mental outlook of the person it represents. It can be all powerful at the same time totally passive and indifferent depending on the free will of the person it represents.

This compound is Jupiter (3) and the symbol of eternity (0) and it's governed by Jupiter itself. Due to the presence of the 0, number 30 becomes the least fortunate of all the Psychic 3's.The 0 slows down its progress and tends to make friends turn away for no valid reason. The Natives with number 30 at their back, often suffer seperations from their loved ones as well as have broken marriages and relationships.Those born on the 3rd or the 30th use more mind than practicality, they are basically good thinkers but they deplete their mental energies. 30 has to struggle a lot in the first half of life and they progress slowly. 3 is a very lucky number and it is deemed 'The Trinity' , it's a social, friendly, generous and hard working number, hence, it will always be materially comfortable. Number 30 has a peculiar trait though, it does not believe in the religion that it is born into, instead, it befriends other religions and or creates its own fundamental philosophies and beliefs on a New Religion. This number often makes a jest of religion yet it professes love and brotherhood.

31 This number is very similar to the number 30, except that it is even more self-contained, lonely and isolated from other human beings. This is the number of the 'Recluse' and not a fortunate one from the worldly point of view. Jupiter 3 and the Sun 1 get together to create the third ruling entity, number 4 under the authority of Rahu. This is a difficult number and would need tremendous effort to make anything of its life. Rahu, number 4 is Malefic and known for its secretive moves, sudden and unexpected upsets and changes(good or bad), delays and uncertainities in the life of its Native.

31st born are not considered as fortunate as other number 3's, they are insecure, misunderstood, lonely, less popular, suffer isolation, misunderstood. They often join the opposition or revolutionary groups where they can make themselves heard and their presence felt even if they have to employ violent methods to impose their views on others. Jupiter gives them the love for justice, but they themselves may not always use just means to get it for themselves. They profess fairness, but for their own gains can easily do away with it.This number has to struggle for recognition. 31 has ambition, pride, austerity. The native is of charitable nature, loves the underdog and looks after the suffering and handicapped. This number starts its success story only after the 40th year of life.

 
33 This number has no potency of its own and has the same qualities and meanings as number 24, which is also a 6.
34 Has the same meaning as 25 which equals to a 7 as well.
35 Has the same meaning as 26, which equals to a 8 as well.
36 Has the same meaning as 27, which equals to a 9 as well.
38 Has the same meaning as 20, which equals to a 2 as well.
39 Has the same meaning as 30, which equals to a 3 as well.
40 Has the same meaning as 31 which equals to a 4 as well.
41 Has the same meaning as 32 which equals to a 5 as well.
42 Has the same potency and meaning as 24 which equals to a 6 as well.
43 This is a very unfortunate number, it is one of revolutions, upheavals, strife, failure, prevention, destruction and delays.
It is unfortunate if it comes out in any calculations of the total of a name number.
44 Has the same meaning as 26.
45 Has the same meaning as 27.
46 Has the same meaning as 37.
47 Has the same meaning as 29.
48 Has the same meaning as 30.
49 Has the same meaning as 31.
50 Has the same meaning s 32.
52 Has the same meaning as 43.

37 This number has a distinct potency of its own.

It denotes happy, healthy and fortunate relationships in love and friendship and in combinations connected with the opposite sex. It is good for all kinds of partnerships and indicates good fortune if it comes out in calculations of future events and name numbers.

43 This is a very unfortunate number, it is one of revolutions, upheavals, strife, failure, prevention, destruction and delays.
It is unfortunate if it comes out in any calculations of the total of a name number.

51 This number is a very powerfully potent one and has a strange interpretation. It represents the nature of a Warrior; it promises sudden and certain advancement in whatever one undertakes.

It is especially favourable for Army and Navy people as well as for Leaders in any field and for a cause. At the same time it threatens of enemies, dangers and the likelihood of an assassination.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

How to become a Celebrity!


Today I was at a coffee shop and I saw at least 4 people entering at different times, all looking like celebrities, but weren’t. So I figured that it doesn’t take much to be a celebrity nowadays. All you need to do is follow the pointers and even you can become one. Ok, not as big as SRK or Pa. But someone cool enough for laymen like me to turn around at a coffee shop and notice you. Here goes...

1.       Always wear sunglasses. Even at night. Even if you’re indoor. If this is too hard, at least wear one on top of your head. Always.

2.       Practice your walk. Shoulders back, stomach in, one foot ahead of another in a line. You may trip and fall at home while doing this, but NEVER trip in public.
 
3.       Try and be slim. The thinner you are, the more fame you’ll get. Remember Kareena in Yaadein? No. Exactly. Now remember her in Tashan? Aahhh! You get my drift.

4.       Never eat in public. Even if you’re invited to the most exotic parties with food flown in from Milan and Paris together, do not eat it. It will look as if you’ve never eaten before. If however you are caught eating, wave your hand and say, “I’ve had better stuff at the Rue de Rivoli in Milan last month.”

5.       Read. Really. Not fat books if you can’t do that sort of thing, but a few internet sites that might be good in cocktail conversation. Like stuff on art if you’re breaking into a gala. Or stuff about the directors and producers’ works if you’re breaking into a Bollywood party. The news might also help but don’t be too involved with politics, sports or international debates. They may make you sound too intelligent and hence will give away the fact you’re not a celebrity.

6.       When you don’t know what to say, smile and look pretty. And nod your head a lot.

7.       Every 10 seconds look at your blackberry or an iphone. You do have one of course. Right? Right?

8.       Never get into an argument. If things are heating up, suddenly become vacant and walk away as if you are going to greet a guest at the door.

9.       Leave your hair open for girls and gelled for boys. Do not be caught with ponytails unless it’s been done professionally.

10.   Get an enormously expensive bag that you can carry all over the place. Hire it online instead of buying it. It’s way cheaper and makes the same impact. Please don’t buy a fake from Bangkok. The real celebrities can spot a fake and then you’re in trouble.

11.   Don’t be too happy or too sad. Be ambivalent about any relationship. Never commit that you’re in one.

12.   Have a lackey. Sorry agent. Sorry manager. Sorry, whatever they call it these days. It makes you look good for you to order someone around and then be nice to them in front of someone else.

13.   Have the lackey give out your card. Oh, get a few cards with your alternate mobile number so your lackey can pick it up if the offers do come pouring in.

14.   Research exotic places online in thorough detail Talk about your vacations to these places so you sound as if you’re a world traveler and not someone who take the Virar fast home every night.

15.   Wear black. Always. It never goes out of fashion. And match your sunglasses with it. You’re still wearing your sunglasses aren’t you? Aren’t you?????

16.   Don’t worry too much about an expensive car. You can hire one if you think someone will see you get in and out of it. But otherwise not too many people at parties, events and meetings notice you getting out of a car.

17.   Be seen everywhere. Do not be shy. Be bold. Go to all the functions you read about in the papers. The more you’re seen, the more people will remember you and recommend you to someone for something. Which then you can turn down.
 
18.   Be hygienic. Have a shower, with soap, twice a day. Brush your teeth. Wear deodorant. But not an overpowering perfume. It scares off everyone. Wear freshly washed and ironed clothes. Oh they have to be ironed. All this nonsense of crushed linen never works. Think Italian Armani and not bedroom khadi.

19.   And lastly, smile. But not before you have got your teeth whitened. Skip the pricey dentist’s chair and just buy a few whitening strips to use everyday. It’ll do the same trick.

20.   Did I mention the sunglasses? Ya. Put them on.

And now that you know the tips to be a celebrity, go be one now!

Mistakes Like Love And Sex video

So my second book Mistakes Like Love And Sex is releasing this week and I'm most excited, nervous, anxious and eager.
I really hope everyone enjoys the book as much as the first one Losing My Virginity And Other Dumb Ideas.
I've made a video for the book. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvqbVyLfxdA&lc=y9k4df0AAaJBbNOoaP1AwHMM_coXdbbzbVJl7osjby0&feature=inbox

Hope you like it - spread the word and pick up the book!
Do write in with your feedback about the book. Would love to hear from you!

You can buy it here: http://www.flipkart.com/mistakes-like-love-sex-0143418378/p/itmddsyhpxcn4att?pid=9780143418375&ref=77f611ad-b803-4fcd-a06c-d783335c4524&srno=s_1&otracker=from-search

Happy Dusshera and Shubho Bijoya!

Thursday, October 18, 2012

How to Get Over a Break Up



First of all I think the hardest thing in the world is to have a relationship. To get into it, to maintain it and then to realize that you have invested all your energies and time and years into something that you now feel is not going anywhere. Never mind that you don’t know where it should be going. You know that it is the end. So it’s time. It’s time to let go and break up. You’ve said those angry words, you’ve said the goodbyes and slammed down the phone. You’ve had the teary farewell. Now what? Let’s list them out.

 

1.   Move. Really. If you can’t move countries, move cities. Ok you can’t move because your work is there, go stay somewhere where you feel pampered. Rent out a hotel room for a few nights and live luxuriously…and don’t call your ex and try to get them to visit.

2.   Travel. Take a vacation. Not just for 1 day but for a whole week and weekend. Go preferably far away from everything that reminds you of that person. Somewhere where neither of you ever wanted to go… so you do it alone. Take a friend if you have to and if no one agrees, just do it alone. Ok it takes money but what have you been saving for anyway? What better time than now? Take the sick leaves from your company and go.

3.   Get a makeover. This sounds clichéd and doesn’t really help. After you’ve got the hair cut and bought the new clothes, you’ll go back to feeling low since you’ll want to show it to your ex and that’s just a bad idea. So get a makeover for your soul. Join a class that you would generally not do so - Bollywood dancing, pole dancing, art of living, yoga, or better yet boxing, karate and wrestling. Anything that takes you away from the normal and where you can meet new people while venting out your frustration.

4.   Casual Sex. Yes. Yes. Let us all be morally offended by the idea but we all know that the best way to get over a person is to get under another one. Be safe and all that, but go ahead and feel happy that at least a part of you is satisfied. Wink wink.

5.   Eat Cabbage. Here’s why - While that brownie and vodka will make you feel better now, it won’t do anything for you tomorrow or day after. And one day you will look at yourself in the mirror and be horrified with what that person has done to you. Because after all you were doing it because of them. And then you’ll be depressed. No use. Don’t say the s word (salad) It’ll make you feel like you’re on a diet. But eat the cabbage.

6.   If you feel the need to talk to them, send text messages, chat, do all the things you’ve been doing for so long, then write the notes on separate pages of a diary or notebook. There’s a diary online that you can pen down your thoughts every time you feel like ventilating. You can even make it public and let the rest of share in your thoughts! Do not pick up that phone.

7.   Get a pet. Pets distract. I would have said have a baby since that’s the best form of mind-boggling work, but that would take 9 months and a person…so forget that and get a pet. Fish don’t count.

8.   Find a friend. No I do not meet call your best friends and whine to them again. They’ve heard it all and frankly are bored with your relationship. Find a friend online. Join Internet groups. There’s a whole world out there of whiny people who can sympathize with you. And who knows, one of them might be The One!

9.   Watch a movie every night. No, not a romantic one. Make it a point to keep yourself busy post work. Go watch it alone. Make friends with the popcorn man. Watch every movie and every play there is in town. Then rent dvds and watch them back-to-back till you’re tired and fall asleep. Pretty soon you’ll realize that you don’t have the urge to pick up the phone and call that person.

10.           Renovate your house. There’s nothing more distracting than having painters, carpenters and builders working at your place asking for suggestions. Go shopping for new things for the house. At the end, you will have a beautiful new home where you can invite all those new friends and share new energies with. Let the good times begin, again!

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Accurate Horoscopes!




ARIES - The Aggressive (March 21 to April 19)
Outgoing. Lovable. Spontaneous. Not one to mess with. Funny... Excellent kisser. EXTREMELY adorable. Loves relationships, and family is very important to an Aries. Aries are known for being generous and giving. Addictive. Loud. Always has the need to be 'Right'. Aries will argue to prove their point for hours and hours. Aries are some of the most wonderful people in the world.



TAURUS - The Tramp
(April 20 to May 20)
Aggressive. Loves being in long relationships. Likes to give a good fight. Fight for what they want. Can be annoying at times, but for the love of attention. Extremely outgoing. Loves to help people in times of need. Good kisser. Good personality. Stubborn. A caring person. They can be self-centred and if they want something they will do anything to get it. They love to sleep and can be lazy. One of a kind. Not one to mess with. Are the most attractive people on earth!



GEMINI - The Twin
(May 21 to June 20)
Nice. Love is one of a kind. Great listeners. Very good at confusing people. Lover not a fighter, but will still knock you out. Geminis will not take any crap from anyone. Geminis like to tell people what they should do and get offended easily. They are great at losing things and are forgetful. Geminis can be very sarcastic and childish at times and are very nosey. Trustworthy. Always happy. VERY Loud. Talkative. Outgoing. VERY FORGIVING. Loves to make out. Has a beautiful smile. Generous. Strong. THE MOST IRRESISTIBLE.

CANCER - The Beauty
(June 21 to July 22)
MOST AMAZING KISSER. Very high appeal. A Cancer's love is one of a kind... Very romantic. Most caring person you will ever meet in your life. Entirely creative person, most are artists and insane, respectfully speaking. They perfected sex and do it often. Extremely random. An ultimate freak. Extremely funny and is usually the life of the party. Most Cancers will take you under their wing and into their hearts where you will remain forever. Cancers make love with a passion beyond compare. Spontaneous. Not a fighter, but will kick your ass good if it comes down to it. Someone you should hold on to!



LEO - The Lion
(July 23 to August 22)
Great talker. Attractive and passionate. Laid back. Usually happy but when unhappy tend to be grouchy and childish. A Leo's problem becomes everyone's problem. Most Leos are very predictable and tend to be monotonous. Knows how to have fun. Is really good at almost anything.. Great kisser. Very predictable. Outgoing. Down to earth. Addictive. Attractive. Loud. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Not one to mess with. Rare to find. Good when found.



VIRGO - The One that Waits (August 23 to September 22)

Dominant in relationships. Someone loves them right now. Always wants the last word. Caring. Smart. Loud. Loyal. Easy to talk to. Everything you ever wanted. Easy to please. A pushover. Loves to gamble and take chances. Needs to have the last say in everything. They think they know everything and usually do. Respectful to others but you will quickly lose their respect if you do something untrustworthy towards them and never regain respect. They do not forgive and never forget. The one and only.


LIBRA - The Lame One (September 23 to October 22)
Nice to everyone they meet. Their love is one of a kind. Silly, funny and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! However, not the kind of person you want to mess with... you might end up crying. Libras can cause as much havoc as they can prevent. Faithful friends to the end. Can hold a grudge for years. Libras are someone you want on your side. Usually great at sports and are extreme sports fanatics. Very creative. A hopeless romantic.



SCORPIO - The Addict
(October 23 to November 21)
EXTREMELY adorable. Loves to joke. Very good sense of humour. Will try almost anything once. Loves to be pampered. Energetic. Predictable. GREAT kisser. Always get what they want. Attractive. Loves being in long relationships. Talkative. Loves to party but at times to the extreme. Loves the smell and feel of money and is good at making it but just as good at spending it! Very protective over loved ones. HARD workers. Can be a good friend but if is disrespected by a friend, the friendship will end. Romantic. Caring.



SAGITTARIUS - The Promiscuous One
(November 22 to December 21)
Spontaneous. High appeal. Rare to find. Great when found. Loves being in long relationships. So much love to give. A loner most of the time. Loses patience easily and will not take crap. If in a bad mood stay FAR away. Gets offended easily and remembers the offence forever. Loves deeply but at times will not show it, feels it is a sign of weakness. Has many fears but will not show it.. VERY private person. Defends loved ones with all their abilities. Can be childish often. Not one to mess with. Very pretty. Very romantic.. Nice to everyone they meet. Their Love is one of a kind. Silly, fun and sweet. Have own unique appeal. Most caring person you will ever meet! Amazing in bed!!! Not the kind of person you want to mess with- you might end up crying.



CAPRICORN - The Passionate Lover
(December 22 to January 19)
Love to bust. Nice. Sassy. Intelligent. Sexy. Grouchy at times and annoying to some. Lazy and love to take it easy, but when they find a job or something they like to do they put their all into it. Proud, understanding and sweet. Irresistible. Loves being in long relationships. Great talker. Always gets what he or she wants. Cool.. Loves to win against other signs in sports, especially Gemini's. Likes to cook but would rather go out
To eat at good restaurants. Extremely fun. Loves to joke. Smart.

AQUARIUS - Does It in the Water
(January 20 to February 18)
Trustworthy. Attractive. Great kisser. One of a kind. Loves being in long-term relationships. Tries hard. Will take on any project. Proud of themselves in whatever they do. Messy and unorganized. Procrastinators. Great lovers, when they're not sleeping.. Extreme thinkers. Loves their pets usually more than their family. Can be VERY irritating to others when they try to explain or tell a story. Unpredictable. Will exceed your expectations. Not a fighter, but will knock your lights out.



PISCES - The Partner for Life (February 19 to March 20)

Caring and kind. Smart. Likes to be the centre of attention. Very organized. High appeal to opposite sex. Likes to have the last word. Good to find, but hard to keep. Passionate, wonderful lovers. Fun to be around. Too trusting at times and gets hurt easily. VERY caring. They always try to do the right thing and sometimes get the short end of the stick. They sometimes get used by others and get hurt because of their trusting. Extremely weird but in a good way. Good sense of humour!!! Thoughtful. Loves to joke. Very popular.. Silly, fun and sweet. Good friend to others but needs to be choosy on who they allow their friends to be.


 

Monday, October 15, 2012

Love Guru Advice: Husband takes my Mil's Side

Dear Love Guru,
Whenever there’s a dispute between my mother in law and me, my husband always takes his mother’s side. I’m newly married and feel very alone. Help.
Sincerely,
Shruti

Dear Shruti,
Married life is about making compromises. You need to choose if you want to win a battle and be right or let some things go and have peace. No husband takes his wife’s side in the beginning. Even he is a newlywed husband! He’s loved his mother all his life. It’s difficult to go against her. That doesn’t mean he loves you any less. He wishes both of you would sort it out as adults. He married you for your intelligence and he wants you to use it! Firstly, you need to talk to your mother in law about what she expects from you and tell her what you can and cannot do from the list. Assure her that you love her and want to comply with the rules of the house but you need your identity as well. Secondly, speak to your husband honestly about what’s troubling you and how he can help. Is it a job? A child? Financial security? Boredom? If the honeymoon phase is over, you need to start doing more with your time. If you’re working and are supposed to do all the housework, get a maid that you pay for. Chip in for things around the house. And don’t always wait for your husband to sort out your life. Have a life apart from your husband! Remember that you are loved in your new home!

Sunday, October 7, 2012

My Daughter's Gift to Me

It started raining again in the evening today. My daughter Ariaana had been watching promos of English Vinglish and wanted me to take her for the film. I knew it would be tough to get tickets for a show on a Sunday evening for a film that had received great reviews. I didn't want to get her hopes up so I said, “I don’t know if we’ll get tickets.”
She threw her arms down in exasperation and replied, “Of course we’ll get tickets.”
I looked at her quite surprised and smiled. “You have a positive attitude!”
She asked, “What’s a positive attitude?” She’s four. She has attitude. She doesn’t know it yet.
“It means that you think things will be done, things can happen and good things will come your way,” I explained to the best of my ability.
She shrugged her shoulders and said very nonchalantly, “Ya.”
When we reached the theatre the person told me there was only one ticket available. Or there were two seats in separate places. I pleaded with the ticket agent. “Mujhe apni beti ke saath baithna hai. Aur agla show bohat late ho jayega. Kal school hai aur usko film dekhni thi. (I need to sit with my kid. The next show will be too late since she has school tomorrow. She really wanted to watch the film.)
The ticket agent replied, “Peeche ka sofa seat hai. Aap dono fit ho jaoge. (There’s one sofa seat. Both of you will fit on it.)”
So I bought two tickets to squeeze into one seat and as soon as I got the tickets Ariaana squealed, “See I told you! I told you we would get tickets!”
I loved the movie and she loved the popcorn. But I learnt a lesson from her today. I learnt that there was no “negative attitude” in her life. She didn’t know what positive or negative was. She just knew that she would get what she wanted. It didn’t matter if we had to squeeze in together. We had popcorn. She danced on the songs. She kissed me every time Sridevi’s kids hurt her and she cried. We had a blast on our Sunday evening. I don’t know if she will remember it in a few years time. But I will.
And she taught me life’s biggest lesson. From today I will never say `it cannot be done.’ Her nonchalant “Ya” was a way of saying that’s how she lived life; Believing it would happen. Making it happen. Putting faith in yourself or in something bigger to let it happen. That’s what life is about. And somewhere along we have become so cynical, bitter and negative that we don’t believe anymore. We’ve lost faith. My daughter taught me that we can never do that. As children we were innocent and believed that we could conquer the world. We don’t need to be innocent today but we still need to have that positive energy.
I may have taught my child how to read and write. But today she taught me how to live again.
 P.S - This is a photo of Ariaana and me when she was 10 months old. She's 4 + now.

Reserved for One: A poem

We don't trust enough We don't pour out our hearts  Telling all our secrets, our fears and surrendering to each other. Comple...