HOW HIS NAME NUMBERS STACK UP

Few number combinations are as promising and loaded with potential as the 3 Expression, 5 Personality, and 7 Heart's Desire, particularly regarding talent and character. This is true even though, taken individually, these numbers do not tend to be wildly successful, financially, or otherwise. His potential is hidden in the balanced merging of their widely different but compatible attributes.

Odd numbers tend to be idealistic, while even numbers are more pragmatic. In his personal makeup, he falls squarely into the first category. He has the dynamic energy of a 5 Personality, so he may have issues with restlessness and boredom. He may also be somewhat rebellious, especially during his childhood and teen years. His 3 Expression adds the childlike enthusiasm and creativity typical to this upbeat, optimistic, but somewhat unfocused number. To complement and supplement this combination, the 7 brings intellect, introspection, and an inquisitive nature. Both the extraverted, verbally gifted 3 and the introverted, scholarly, and rather serious 7 are part of his makeup. These conflicting traits may be confusing to others. One moment he might be outgoing and full of charisma, and the next seem withdrawn, or even unapproachable. Add to that the unconventional, freedom-loving, rebellious 5, and he has a chameleon with a mind that might go anywhere, bouncing with unconventional ideas. He will undoubtedly be individualistic, and dislike feeling pressured to conform.

This combination of numbers is particularly promising when viewed as a whole, rather than viewing the influence of each number individually. His challenge is to let each part shine through, and play off one another. Finding a balance between the creative 3; the intelligent, analytical 7; and the original, sometimes eccentric 5 (with its talent for self-promotion) creates a recipe for success. This should be particularly true in a creative, unconventional career. His main challenge lies in becoming focused on unrealistic expectations or impractical goals. He should be realistic in his endeavors.

His personal life could be challenging due to the rebellious, freedom loving, undisciplined 5, and the periodically irresponsible and somewhat immature 3. He will need to draw from the stable, studious 7 to help him stay focused and balanced.

A word of warning: both the 3 and the 5 are sensual numbers that are easily tempted to indulge. They also have an obsessive streak with the tendency to take things to the extreme. Discipline and moderation are keys to maintaining a balance in all things.

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

A CLOSER LOOK AT HIS 3 EXPRESSION

He is optimistic, inspiring, outgoing, and expressive. People see him as cheerful, positive, and charming; his personality has a certain bounce and verve that so powerfully affects others that he can inspire people without effort. All this upward energy is a symptom of his tremendous creativity. His verbal skills may well lead him into the fields of writing, comedy, theater, and music.

His is the number of self-expression -- rich in imagination and spirit. But he must be careful not to scatter his talents. His bane is that he often lacks discipline and order in his life. He must learn to avoid becoming a "happy- go-lucky" spendthrift, escaping responsibility and commitment. He must learn to concentrate and focus; these are the keys to his success. He has great potential in the arts and areas that require creative solutions to problems. A man with a 3 Expression can perform leaps of imagination, providing unconventional ideas as if they suddenly descended from above. Hard work and focus, however, are the foundation for a successful future.

Though he possesses great verbal skills, his mind tends to see life as pictures rather than in words. He can think abstractly.

Creativity is a sensitive faculty that is often suppressed in childhood. If he lacks the confidence to pursue his ideas, he may divert his abilities into a scattering of trivial pursuits. To overcome this problem, he must make a choice. He must limit his field of vision and the number of activities he engages in and bundle his energies into a single thrust. His challenge is to focus on the area that he loves the most and commit. There, he will find success and a great deal of happiness.

Love, romance, and money are within his reach. He is aided by his friends and admirers. Often people appear out of nowhere to help him in key situations. He must learn to accept the involvement of others in his life. This man is not a loner, nor is he particularly independent. He is social -- he needs an audience and the support of others to fully realize his abilities.

On the downside, he can be superficial, moody, and intolerant. He is emotional and sensitive, sometimes presuming criticism where none was intended. He can also be jealous and gossipy. He must beware of becoming cynical and sarcastic, as these traits can suppress his natural creativity. He must learn to be goal-oriented and take a practical, step-by-step approach to his larger ambitions. He possesses the natural abilities to attain a high degree of excellence.

HIS HEART'S DESIRE IS 7

He loves knowledge, study, and insight. He values the gifts of his mind, which he uses to great advantage to penetrate the mysteries of life. He studies things in-depth. He searches beneath the surface of things. He abhors shallow judgments or opinions.

He has a natural gift for analysis and research. Once he has grasped the facts of a subject, his creativity and abstract approach lifts his thinking beyond the rudimentary to the philosophical. He has a theoretical mind, but rather than indulge in fantasies or idle thought, he prefers to base his theories upon scientific facts. He enjoys mental and physical puzzles -- figuring them out, taking them apart, and putting them back together.

Some people may perceive him as cool or aloof. He is somewhat introverted; he may feel slightly removed and even a little different. The fantasy of the hermit or monk engaged in a life of study and meditation appeals to him.

In relationships, he tends to keep things business-like and impersonal. He prefers to talk about the facts of a given situation, rather than the cloudier issues of emotions and personal feelings. He distrusts feelings -- both his own and those of others. The whole emotional realm strikes him as unreliable and a bit unnecessary. His inability to fully understand the emotional aspect of life is his Achilles heel. He is so rational that the unpredictability of the heart frightens and surprises him. His challenge is to trust. He needs to share his heart with someone. This is a courageous step for him but will result in enormous growth and satisfaction.

The advice here is to make a true connection with another human being. Without it, he may marry out of convenience or to fulfill social expectations, but it will not lead him out of loneliness. The more removed he is from people, the more he risks isolation, bitterness, and a cynical attitude toward life. 

This choice represents a true crossroads in his development. By sharing himself with others (without compromising his independence and need for privacy) he can cultivate his enormous charm and share his understanding of life. He is a natural teacher and advisor. And the wealth of knowledge he will accumulate in life is meant to be shared with others.

This is not to say that he must compromise on his need for privacy or time spent alone to contemplate life. These are natural aspects of his personality, which are essential to his growth. These characteristics should not be threatening to his spouse but must be understood as fundamental to his being.

He is blessed with a great reserve of intuition, which can be cultivated by regular meditation and contemplation. His "inner voice" is his greatest guide and friend. He is idealistic and has high expectations for himself. He must learn to balance his serious nature with regular doses of fun. His intelligence and cultivation make him charming and distinguished in appearance. As he gets older and more comfortable with his identity, people are naturally attracted to him. They see his wisdom, his deep understanding of life, and the refinement he radiates.

HIS PERSONALITY IS A 5

He is a stimulating person. He brightens social gatherings with his fresh and original ideas. His conversation tends to be sprinkled with novelty and wit. He has a quick tongue and charisma. He is probably an excellent salesperson. There is a lot of nervous energy within him looking for an outlet. He loves his freedom, and he sees this life as an ongoing adventure. He is upbeat and optimistic. This is infectious for those he meets. As a result, he inspires others. He has a strong and attractive body, with good muscle tone. His movements are supple, graceful, and athletic.

His bane is that he loves to indulge his senses with food and drink and can easily gain weight. He has an appetite for anything that stimulates the senses -- sex, food, alcohol, and drugs. Discipline is a necessity for him. The negative side of a 5 Personality Number can give rise to an addictive personality.

He likes to dress fashionably and can get away with more colorful clothes. However, he should be aware of the value of quality and the power of modesty.

He is a little irresponsible and quick in satisfying his sensual urges. He is attractive and that, coupled with his innate ability to promote himself, makes it easy for him to satisfy his desire for new and exciting relationships. He has a kind of swashbuckling personality. People see him as the adventurer that he is. They expect the unexpected from him.

He has a quick and eclectic mind. He attracts information from all directions, but he can be a bit superficial, skimming over the surface of a wide diversity of subjects. This may cause him to be a bit of a dilettante. He can get away with it much of the time, but for his own success and happiness, he should try to ground knowledge and deepen his understanding.

His versatility and adaptability make him capable of getting the most out of virtually every opportunity in life. He decides quickly on a course of action and his timing is usually good. He radiates with the potential for success, which attracts others who can further him along his path.