HOW HIS NAME NUMBERS STACK UP

His Heart's Desire, as the name implies, tells us what makes him happy. Having a 2 in this position indicates he has a powerful need to keep the people around him, as well as himself, in a state of harmony. Discord bothers him more than most people. He is a peacemaker, sensitive, intuitive, and tactful. He can feel vulnerable emotionally, due to his heightened sensitivity. This is one of the more challenging Heart's Desires, for the simple reason that living according to its attributes is not generally supported in most societies. However, more dominant than his 2 Heart's Desire is his 8 Expression, which suggests he has an ambitious, authoritative, results-oriented side. He will not easily give up and does not take no for an answer. This is quite the opposite of his 2 Heart's Desire. Creating a balance between these conflicting traits could be a challenge, particularly during his childhood and teenage years.

His 6 Personality softens these influences somewhat. It gives him a warmer, more accessible exterior than either the 8 or the 2. The 6 is the most loving, caring, and sacrificing of all numbers. His 6 Personality tells us people are drawn to him. They will also be all too happy to request his time and sympathy (and sometimes money), especially as he gets older. He probably tends to be too trusting, if not gullible. However, the 6 is an excellent balance for his other core numbers.

His career options are varied. During his early years, he might change his mind many times before he finds the right fit ' possibly switching between business and the more idealistic fields of health care or education. Non-profit institutions and volunteer organizations could satisfy his idealistic side. The 6 is also a creative number (especially in the visual arts) and the 2 is drawn to music, so an artistic career might suit him as well. His overriding talents and strengths, however, are those of a visionary - a practical agent of action focused on tangible results. His challenge is to find the middle road between giving and taking. Both the 2 and 6 are givers, while the 8 is a taker.

In his personal life, when the 2 rules the heart, as it does in his case, it creates a romantic. In this way it is a good companion for the 6, as they both desire close, harmonious relationships. The 6 is a natural-born parent or caregiver, and a loyal partner. Be mindful, however, that both numbers can have issues with jealousy and possessiveness.

Let us look at each of the core numbers for more insight. 

HE HAS AN 8 EXPRESSION

A man with an 8 Expression has the power and potential to achieve great things. It is both his challenge and his birthright to gain dominion over a small part of the earth. Whatever his enterprise, he strives to be the best and most successful in his field. He is highly competitive and will not rest until he is satisfied that he has bypassed the opposition. He enjoys challenges and rivalry. He is a realist and a visionary planner. Money and authority are available to him if he is willing to discipline himself -- generally an inborn talent -- and persevere in the face of the considerable obstacles in his path. He is dynamic and has a talent for efficiency. He understands the larger picture, sees the broader challenges, and knows how to marshal his collective resources to address the problems. He delegates responsibility well; it is best for him to leave many of the details to others.

He is a great leader of people and an outstanding judge of character. He is demanding of those who work for him, often putting things in no uncertain terms: do it my way or do not do it at all! At the same time, he does not hesitate to reward the faithful and hardworking employee. He is not a particularly tolerant leader; too much tolerance violates his sense of efficiency. He goes directly after his goal with courage and tenacity.

He has a natural understanding of money, authority, and power. He can struggle consistently after his goal. Eventually power falls to him. Within him lies an innate balance between the higher and lower characteristics of man. His challenge in life is to balance his higher ideals and his understanding of the hard realities of the earth.

Much effort will have to be put out and many ups and downs experienced before he reaches the level of success he desires. Life will probably test him many times with obstacles that seem insurmountable. But these are merely opportunities for him to learn how to use power and authority in the face of difficulties, and to find out just how much power lies within him. It is crucial for his success that he balances the material and the spiritual. He has chosen a path that requires balance between giving and taking, reward and punishment, action, and reaction. Despite the obstacles on his path, he is a true survivor.

When focused exclusively on his desire for results and success, he can become stubborn and intolerant; he can be driven by excessive ambition, causing him to be exacting and without perspective. He needs to be careful of his alcohol consumption, a danger-zone for him. He can be a social drinker, mixing business with pleasure -- a dangerous cocktail.

An excellent manager, organizer, and administrator he has talents in many areas of life. Entrepreneurs, executives, bankers, brokers, negotiators, gamblers, coaches, collectors, heads of institutions, builders, art dealers, manufacturers, promoters, military officers, police detectives, smugglers, engineers, pilots, or sea captains often have the 8 prominent in their charts.

This man has been entrusted with special gifts, the use or abuse of which has an immediate and often physical effect upon him and those around him! He must learn to use these gifts for the good of humankind and accept his own good fortune with gratitude. This is his rewarding stage in his evolution.

HIS HEART'S DESIRE IS 2

He wants peace and harmony in all aspects of his life. He wants to devote his life to someone or something. He falls in love easily. He is extremely sensitive and emotional. He can be sentimental, and he cries at sad stories. He needs friends and society. He appreciates the refinements of life. He desires comfort and security. He has refined taste and can be a connoisseur. He loves music and possesses a good deal of musical talent. His sensitivity is a symptom of his highly developed intuition. But he must learn to trust it.

He is a gentle soul and shies away from confrontation if possible. He experiences a battle within when he does not believe he can handle a situation; this may have a paralyzing effect on him. He prefers to give in when he should assert himself. He must learn to be more decisive. Very often, he is afraid to use his own power in the face of someone else's aggressiveness. He incorrectly perceives himself to be in a weaker position; he may ultimately give in merely to avoid a fight. Conversely, he is extremely diplomatic and tactful. He likes to accomplish things through quiet persuasion. He dislikes force.

He must fight uncertainty and doubt. He needs to develop confidence and a willingness to stand up for what he believes to be right.

He functions best in a supportive role, guiding the more public person in quiet, unobtrusive, yet essential ways.

HIS PERSONALITY IS A 6

He radiates understanding and compassion. People sense his warmth and fairness. For this reason, he attracts many people who need comfort, including the disadvantaged. People tend to come to him to unload their burdens. He inspires confidence. He has a fine sense of justice. He does everything in his power to keep the harmony and is even willing to sacrifice his personal desires for the good of others. He can take this too far, however, sometimes playing the role of the martyr. 

He must guard against being taken advantage of. He is not always a very good judge of character. He tends to see the best in others. He also can become too involved in the lives of others, to his own detriment. He is hospitable and domestic. He loves children and is a good parent. He is romantic, faithful, and very protective.

He is artistic. He loves music, flowers, and gardening. He is a natural interior designer. He has an excellent sense of color and taste. He is more concerned with the content of his personality than his appearance, which causes him to be less conscious of the style of his clothes. He is more interested in comfort and the utility of clothing than the statement it makes.

Six Personality Numbers are exceedingly generous. He is not particularly logical when it comes to finances. He is very vulnerable to praise and criticism. He tends to worry a lot, causing stomach problems.

People see him as a maternal or paternal figure. They want to relax in his presence and unburden themselves. He is the safe port in the crowd.