Personal ruling planets: Venus, Neptune
Lucky colours: Darker green shades
Lucky gems: Turquoise, cat's eye chrysoberyl, tiger's eye
Lucky days: Monday, Thursday
Lucky numbers: 7, 16, 25, 34, 43, 52, 61, 70, 79

You believe that spirituality will help you and your family through all the pitfalls and vicissitudes of life. But do not lose touch with the practical realities of life. You have a tendency to give and there are people around you who are ready to accept all and even more than you can give.

You are blessed with natural compassion and therefore you should choose to work in social welfare or healing professions where you will get ample scope to give expression to your compassionate nature. Moreover, you will get paid to do what you like most. Besides these, film-making and photography may also be considered.

Say yes to: Patronage, relaxation, holistic healing

Don't give in to: External pressures, nervous tension, sexual excesses

Children & Family
October 7 natives draw strength from their upbringing. Many of their humanitarian aims have a basis in the way they were raised. When they become parents, they are anxious to reveal the aspects of life that might otherwise go unnoticed -- teaching their youngsters about compassion and caring.

Health
Because of their deep concern for the environment, October 7 people often live a "green" lifestyle. They may prefer to walk instead of drive or eat organically grown produce. Their commitment to causes can lead to emotional exhaustion. Meditation helps to replenish their energies.

Career & Finances
October 7 men and women are committed to careers that allow them access to changing public opinion. They aren't materialistic, yet they have the ability to appreciate what money can do, especially for those less fortunate.

Dreams & Goals
It is the desire of October 7 men and women to use the influence they possess to help others. Although their opinions are often extreme, they have the dedication and commitment to make a difference. They know how difficult it is to balance personal and professional responsibilities, and they try to strike a happy medium.

You share your birthday with: Renuka Shahane, Mehbood Khan, Vladimir Putin, Simon Cowell, James Whitcomb Riley, Neils Bohr, Helen MacInnes, LeRoi Jones and Toni Braxton.