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 quite stable and grounded and have a practical view of life. But you can be a workaholic at times and this excessive dedication to work does not allow you to enjoy the simple joys of life.

You are focused and execute any task with precision. However, you also need to spend some quality time with your loved ones and learn the are of communicating your feelings to them.

Say yes to: Forgiveness, sensitivity, imagination

Don't give in to: Saying "I told you so," a superior attitude, bitterness

Children & Family
August 8 natives usually display their strong leadership abilities while still children. Unfortunately, they may seek to impress their attitudes on their own children, who may be much more light-hearted.

Health
August 8 people have a sensible approach to keeping fit, especially if they're at genetic risk for an illness or disease. They should make weight-bearing exercise and aerobic workout part of their daily routine.

Career & Finances
August 8 natives have a take-charge attitude and do well in careers where they are responsible for motivating others. They are conservative about money matters. They rarely make any serious mistakes concerning their financial position.

Dreams & Goals
August 8 individuals achieve success one step at a time. They don't look for shortcuts, believing that hard work and good planning are what make dreams come true. They're likely to achieve their dreams, though they seldom go beyond them.

You share your birthday with: Roger Federer, Keith Carradine, Arthur J. Goldberg, Rory Calhoun, Dustin Hoffman, Larry Wilcox, Sable, Mark Wills and Toby Allen.