HOW HIS NAME NUMBERS STACK UP

His 8 Personality and 3 Heart's Desire would make him a difficult person to have a good relationship with, were it not for his 2 Expression. The problem lies in the vastly different traits of the 8 and 3 combination.

He is goal-oriented, with the drive, ambition, and leadership qualities characteristic of an 8 Personality. This is the side of him that is easily recognized by others, and it can be quite impressive. However, he is primarily motivated by the scattered, irresponsible, impulsive, creative, and childlike traits typical of a 3 Heart's Desire. Numerology views the 3 as a spoiled but highly gifted child. You cannot help but love and admire it, but he should nudge and funnel his energy toward a more mature, responsible, and realistic course.

The 3 is his Heart's Desire number - the driving force behind his choices and decisions. However, he will find it very difficult to manifest what he wants without allowing his goal-oriented 8 Personality to make something concrete out of his creative and original 3 energy. Although the 8 and the 3 combine traits that are not particularly compatible, they each contribute traits that can help him reach his goal. His challenge will be aligning the differing aspects of these core numbers, and that is where his 2 Expression comes to the rescue.

On its own, the 8 is often abrasive and overbearing, while the 3 can be insensitive, superficial, and at times hurtful. The 2, on the other hand is sensitive and gentle, with a genuine concern for others. It has a highly developed barometer of human needs and emotions, making it the perfect tool to offset the somewhat coarse 8 and the more superficial 3.

These numbers offer a range of possibilities for his professional life. The most promising field is one that combines art or creativity with a practical and commercially viable enterprise. His 8 Personality will be instrumental in turning his creative venture into a business, or, at the very least, something that will pay the bills. And the people-skills inherent in his 2 Expression will be a real ally. Or, if his 3 Heart's Desire gets the upper hand potential careers include: artist, gallery owner, copywriter, art or music critic, toy maker, animator, commercial artist, architect, or similar fields. If his 2 Expression has the final say, he may be drawn to a field that highlights his interpersonal skills, as an attorney, politician, psychologist, or educator, or in human resources. His 8 Personality will provide the traits necessary to make whichever career he chooses financially viable.

Perhaps the most challenging aspect of this combination is the temptation he must influence, or even manipulate, others. Gossip and lies are the domain of the negative side of 2 and combined with the presence of the (occasionally) reckless 3, he may find it difficult to avoid those pitfalls under certain circumstances. To make matters even more challenging, the negative side of the 8 tends to abuse its natural authoritative, leadership qualities, showing his obnoxious, pompous side.

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

A CLOSER LOOK AT HIS 2 EXPRESSION

He has a great talent for working with others and possesses tact and refinement. He has a highly developed intuition. This provides him with insight into personalities and situations. Therefore, he acts with tact and subtle persuasion. He possesses a kind of radar, avoiding the landmines within another's personality, yet bringing out their goodwill. These abilities make him the perfect diplomat. He is a good counselor with an inborn talent for psychology and finely tuned intuition.

His abilities are better expressed while working with others than by working alone. In the same way, he performs better in a partnership than in a leadership role. He seeks balance and peace in all relationships and situations. The key to his personality is sensitivity, but there are two sides to the coin: He can perceive the thoughts and emotions of others and can work gently with others for a mutually shared goal. This makes him a great asset in any group endeavor. 

However, his sensitivity makes him vulnerable. He can be thrown off balance by an unkind word, a conflict, or by hostile conditions at work. He is far more upset by these conditions than people without his sensitivity. While others appear to be enduring troubled times with a modicum of turmoil, he suffers the turbulence of life as if his very survival were at stake.

In difficulties, he tends to persevere and steadily erode the resistance. He is like a gentle wind that shapes the rock.

He is friendly and open-minded. He is a great support person, pulling the best out of those around him. He is the power behind the throne. He is indispensable to the leadership of another, providing insight and advice that is essential. Yet, despite the invaluable service he provides, he often does not get the credit and recognition he deserves, which can be frustrating. His natural modesty and the enjoyment he gets from being an important asset is usually satisfaction enough for him.

Close relationships are essential to his happiness. When single, he dreams of finding his "soul mate." When married, he is concerned with his spouse's needs, emotions, and thoughts. He is an outstanding marriage partner, giving, thoughtful, and conscious of meeting the needs of his loved one. He provides great support for his spouse's career. He is a passionate lover.

Parenthood is not an easy role for him, probably because he lacks the will to enforce discipline and needs a tranquil, delicate, and harmonious environment.

He is blessed with a high degree of musical talent. He has a good sense of rhythm and harmony.

HIS HEART'S DESIRE IS 3

He loves a good time. He is generally happy, friendly, and outgoing. He has a gift for gab. He is very witty, creative, and playful. He inspires and entertains people. He is considered by many a great companion. Many outstanding comedians have this Heart's Desire. He has a good mental and emotional balance and there is little that gets him down.

He has a gift for self-expression and is drawn to the verbal arts -- writing, acting, singing, and poetry. He may have a great talent in one of these areas. If his creativity is blocked or suppressed, he tends to daydream and fantasize. His imagination needs a constructive outlet; otherwise, it may run away with him. 

At the same time, he may have great difficulty expressing his deeper feelings and important personal thoughts. He prefers to stay on the surface, entertaining people with his wit. If he fails to deal honestly with his inner nature, he may succumb to compulsive talking. Such behavior may be merely a way of siphoning off emotional energy that is building beneath his surface. His deeply felt emotional life cannot be avoided or suppressed. But he possesses the talent to channel these feelings into highly creative and artistic form. Art and self-expression are his outlets.

He needs discipline to make full use of his abilities. Too often, he may scatter his energies in many directions, beginning projects that are never finished and never really succeeding in anything. His success depends on his ability to commit to his work and to see it through to completion. He has so much creativity and inspiring upward energy that he is in desperate need of an anchor. Hard work and discipline serve this purpose and bring out the best in him.

Because he is gifted with such a sparkling personality, he is tempted to stay on the surface and play with life. He is confident and loves the attention others give him, but these characteristics can lead to vanity and self-absorption.

He has the potential to live a very full and successful life thanks to his talent for artistic self-expression. The key to his success is a balance between the creative forces and self-discipline.

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.