January 3

**January 3** is the third day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It's not affected by leap years.

As soon as those born on January 3 commit to a person or a project, they do it one hundred percent. Their commitment to virtually any activity they engage in is total, and they rarely if ever attempt to withdraw or quit. This can cause problems for them (and those they have committed to) when things go wrong, as those born on this day are unable or unwilling to acknowledge failure. When everything goes well, they are the most reliable people to entrust the work to: attentive, diligent, dedicated. They do not get bored even with the simplest tasks, mainly because they have a strong sense of duty. They do not run away from responsibilities because they know that to do so is to burden someone else with their work, and that would not be right.

These individuals are persuasive and stubborn. Consequently, whoever wants to back out of the agreement reached with them can find it very difficult or almost impossible to withdraw. Those born on this day are capable of exerting enormous pressure on others to attract them to their proposals. Perhaps they use subterfuge to subtly tighten the screws, or perhaps a sense of humor or outright seduction, since they know what people like. However, in business they are rarely accused of taking advantage of others for their private ends, since their loyalty to the organization or the cause is beyond reproach.

They don't mind being in the line of fire. They can become aggressive when challenged, but otherwise they avoid confrontations and are generally polite and friendly. His refinement is charming, based not only on knowledge and sensitivity, but also on a certain amount of common sense. Good bon vivants, fond of the good things in life, they show markedly terrestrial characteristics. They often give others the chance to decide whether they do things the nice way or the way they don't, but boy will they!

Thanks to his powers of persuasion and his firm will, those born on **January 3 t**hey can be unbearable and impossible in certain situations. The frustration of those who are related to them can go beyond any scale of measurement, and on both sides very destructive hatreds can begin to cook. But in fact it is more often the other who loses his temper. Those born on this day know how to control themselves perfectly, which is part of the reason why they emerge victorious in most confrontations. A usual ruse in them is to appear to give in, while gathering strength to return to combat at a better time. They never really give up when something really matters to them is at stake.

They must beware of giving up too great a part of their individuality to common work. They should look for a profession that allows them to put their personal stamp on what they do and balance individual freedom with duty in an appropriate proportion. They must not forget the spiritual goals, nor sacrifice them with the excuse of work.

**NUMBERS AND PLANETS**

Those born on the third day of the month are ruled by the number 3 and by the planet Jupiter. Those ruled by the number 3 seek to occupy the highest positions in their specialty and can be true dictators when they succeed. As Saturn is the ruler of the sign Capricorn, those born on January 3 know how to limit themselves, and rarely fall victim to unrealistic Jupiterian optimism. The combined influence of Jupiter and Saturn lends ambition, but also honor and reliability to your endeavors. Those ruled by the number 3 value their independence very much and in business they can do very well, but unfortunately those born on January 3 get stuck in permanent jobs within a company, due to their dedication and excessive loyalty.

**TAROT**

The third card of the Major Arcana is The Empress, which symbolizes creative energy. She is the perfect, feminine woman who nurtures Mother Earth and embodies our dreams, hopes and aspirations. The positive meanings of this card are charm, elegance and unconditional love; the negatives, vanity, affectation and intolerance of imperfections. Those born on January 3 are often the living example of these characteristics, and as already mentioned, they are trusted friends and people who are very loyal to their family.

**HEALTH**

Those born on **January 3**they are sensible enough to schedule regular visits to the doctor and dentist. Yet too often they are willing to sacrifice their health and well-being for their work. Therefore, it is important that from an early age they begin to cultivate the habits that promote a nutritious diet, personal hygiene and regular sleep. Vigorous physical exercise is strongly recommended, not excluding competitive, team or two-sided sports. Those born on this day should beware of skin problems and allergies of all kinds.

**TIPS**

You don't always have to win. Being invulnerable doesn't make you more popular. Don't expect everyone to be as committed as you are. Acknowledge and respect differences.

**MEDITATION**

Desiring without wanting to bind is a noble objective

STRENGTHS: **RELIABLE** – **HELPFUL** – **DELIVERED**

WEAKNESSES: **Stubborn** – **RESERVED** – **CONFLICTIVE**