Personal ruling planets: Sun, Saturn
Lucky colours: Deep blue, black
Lucky gems: Blue sapphire, lapis lazuli, amethyst
Lucky days: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Lucky numbers: 8, 17, 26, 35, 44, 53, 62, 71

You are grounded, resolute and very determined in your quest for success, although the process appears to be slow. You are quite generous by nature but unfortunately your selfless actions go unnoticed many a times.

It would be better for you to tread the business or profession path alone, rather than engage yourself in partnerships or working in a group. You are inclined to be a loner.

Say yes to: Originality, technology, free expression of emotions

Don't give in to: Brooding, angry moods, bad attitude

Children & Family
August 17 folks are often the black sheep of their family. They may rebel against the family's religious background or social status, creating a schism that can last for many years. Although they do not have the proper temperament for parenthood, they can easily make some emotional adjustments if they have children.

Health
August 17 people have a problem handling stress, which can affect their health. Because they always like to feel that they are in control, they may not be able to admit that they have this problem. Learning to relax can be a difficult proposition for them.

Career & Finances
These people have a loner mentality and enjoy working with as little supervision as possible. They make excellent researchers, especially in science or history. They have some karmic lessons to learn regarding money. These may be manifested through periods when they have little money, followed by financial success.

Dreams & Goals
August 17 natives are extremely disciplined and can call upon great reserves of emotional and spiritual energy to sustain them. They have little interest in fame and fortune. They want to do their best at their job, in their relationships, and in their unending search for self-understanding.

You share your birthday with: Ketan Desai, Davy Crockett, Llewellyn George, Samuel Goldwun, Mae West, Maureen O'Hara, Robert DeNiro, Sean Penn and Donnie Wahlberg.