HOW HIS NAME NUMBERS STACK UP

He has a 6 Expression, 7 Heart's Desire, and an 8 Personality. His 7 Heart's Desire sets him apart from the crowd. The Heart's Desire number reveals what makes him happy and reflects what he likes and dislikes in his environment. A 7 in this position tells us he has a thirst for knowledge and is compelled to understand life's mysteries. The number 7 is an inward-focused and curious number that does not take anything at face value. It is analytical, self-oriented, contemplative, and intellectual.

In direct conflict with this side of him is his 8 Personality. It gives others the impression that he is ambitious and driven, which to some extent he is. However, that side of him, although more visible and on the surface, is less dominant. It is a facade that hides the deeper, more contemplative, and solemn side. Still, as one of his core numbers, it brings vision, determination, and perseverance into the mix. These traits will be assets in his career and productive life but not so helpful with personal relationships. He will, at times, experience a struggle between these opposing characteristics, but they can be mitigated if he purposely aims more toward his 7 Heart's Desire. He will most likely find greater happiness and contentment when honoring the inquisitive, inwardly focused, and knowledge-driven 7.

Both aspects make up a part of who he is. However, because his Heart's Desire reflects his deeper self his happiness largely depends upon satisfying this aspect. Contemplation, study, analysis, and self-reflection are the domain of the 7. Unfortunately, most societies find more value in the materialistic, achievement-driven traits of the 8. For that reason, many with a 7 Heart's Desire find themselves trapped in a superficial reality where they find worldly success but feel dissatisfied on a deeper level. Reading, studying philosophy, and exploring ethics or religion, are exercises that may help him find the depth he is seeking without getting in the way of his business-oriented 8.

Fortunately, he has a 6 Expression to soften the 7 and 8 combination. People-oriented, compassionate, and self-sacrificing, it lends a warm approachable exterior. It makes him more accessible to those who care about him. (The 8 is often more concerned with career, and the 7 can be somewhat withdrawn.) Since this is his Expression number, it is the strongest influence behind his choice for career. Teaching, healing, counseling, and the visual arts all fit well here.

The combination of a 6 Expression and 8 Personality can help make him successful in any career. However, living up to his 7 Heart's Desire will provide the contentment he seeks. Strike a balance between the spiritual 7 and the worldly 8, and his chances of finding a suitable career will increase dramatically.

His personal life is equally complex, but the contradictory qualities of the 6 and 7 are the influences that challenge him in this area. The loving, sacrificing, compassionate 6 is perfectly capable of romance and long-term relationships. However, the private, secretive, inwardly focused 7 is drawn more toward friendships and platonic relationships. The 7 prefers relationships based on intellectual compatibility and is usually less attracted to a typical family environment (the realm of the 6). Finding a balance that satisfies both sides is crucial to his happiness.

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

A CLOSER LOOK AT HIS 6 EXPRESSION

This is a loving and caring man with a tendency to put the needs of others before those of himself. He is responsible and trustworthy with a high regard for justice and honesty. Duty will follow him all his life and sometimes feels a little too much of a burden.

He is artistic; harmony and beauty are high on his list of priorities. He has musical talent but the creative talents of a 6 are sometimes left undeveloped or suppressed because of his tendency to sacrifice his time and pleasure to the service of others. He is highly creative in all areas of life, particularly the visual. He is also a talented business person and can work methodically toward the realization of his goals.

He has a natural gift with flowers, gardens, and animals. His love of children has caused numerologists to dub him the "Cosmic Mother" or "Cosmic Father". The very shape of the 6 resembles and symbolizes "Pregnant with Love". He is a natural counselor and healer. But he must be careful not to interfere with the freedom of others. He is recognized as an idealist, mainly regarding marriage, friendships and humanity.

The 6 is the most harmonious of all numbers, but also contains within itself the greatest paradoxes. It is as if opposite tendencies were tenuously poised. Because of its gift for harmonizing these opposites, he is uniquely qualified to handle and integrate contradictions within himself. It is for this reason that 6s so frequently find themselves in the role of healers or counselors, creating a peace between opposing points of view, or internal conflicts within the self.

While he can be very idealistic, there may also be a temptation to acquire beautiful objects by improper means. He must also guard against other meddlesome behavior and domestic tyranny, or always having to have his own way in a family dispute. Conversely, he has it within himself to understand another person's dilemma and produce a creative solution. His natural ability to give comfort and warmth can smooth over hurt feelings like a healing balm. He attracts love and appreciation. And rightly so because he gives the same in return.

He makes an outstanding teacher (especially young children or special education), healer, counselor social worker, psychologist, artist, designer, gardener, florist, and farmer. He can be successful in business, especially those that involve dealing with people.

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 AN 8

He appears strong and powerful. He has an impressive personality and can influence and even intimidate through sheer force. He has natural authority. His competence and enthusiasm attracts people with resources. He radiates confidence. People defer to him because they sense his sureness and effectiveness. He also exudes a kind of controlled benevolence. People sense that he is generous once he is convinced of the worthiness of the cause.

It is important for him to dress well. He radiates a kind of raw power and able-ness, which needs to be refined and enhanced by his clothing. He may even dress a bit flashy, but that will not harm him. Quality is among his highest priorities, and this should reflect in his clothing. Although most eights have a strong constitution, they can be prone to indigestion, ulcers, and heart disease due to their reckless eating and drinking habits and their propensity to be workaholics.

His Achilles heel is his capacity for an egocentric attitude. The negative side of his personality can cause him to be ruthless, greedy, and intensely lonely. Conversely, he can be spontaneous and excited. He is essentially warm and jovial. In his heart of hearts, he wants everyone to be as excited and as happy as him. Those who are around him often sense this. His coworkers and employees usually like him.