April 13

**April 13** is the 103th day of the year (104th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar.

Those born on **April 13** seek to resolve their conflicts with the world through work. Exceptional individuals born on this day are often forced to become true pioneers, breaking new ground in order to find a place in a society they don't quite fit in with. Even the most mundane often manifest a desire to rewrite the rules within their specialty.

Skilled at expressing themselves, those born on April 13 are capable of working alone and unacknowledged for years. When they are successful, they force others not only to acknowledge the validity of their radical theories but also to follow them.

If they are unsuccessful, they will be tormented by feelings of rejection or inferiority, but they almost always go their own way regardless of what the world thinks of them. The less evolved of this day may seek to negate their innate talent for innovation by adopting a repressive and reactionary stance or seeking a position of power.

Endowed with great willpower, those born on April 13 employ unconventional methods, whether those around them accept them or not. If family members or friends disapprove of their eccentric behavior, they go one of two ways: they allow others' disapproval to get to them (and possibly make them sick), or they fight for the recognition and approval they think they deserve. If they suffer from chronic diseases, they sometimes try to overcome their problem by dedicating themselves to medicine, nursing or social work. Those born on April 13 of the second group, on the other hand, will not give up their efforts until their value is recognized.

Aware that they have unusual personalities and habits, those born on April 13 hide their private lives from the scrutiny of the world, and sometimes this need for isolation takes on pathological proportions. Interestingly, those born on this day can live with one or more people without giving up their strict rules of intimacy. Their extravagant lifestyle causes all kinds of rumors to circulate about these individuals, some of them true.

These rumors can make those born on this day suffer, as they are extraordinarily sensitive to the opinions of others. On the other hand, his excessively discreet attitude increases the curiosity of others about his private habits. Those born on April 13 have very definite tastes and are often interested in artistic forms or unconventional hobbies. When they are not artists, they are often art or antique collectors and have a keen eye for discovering seemingly ordinary objects (from bottle caps to doorknobs) that become highly valuable over time. Despite their idealism, people born on April 13 are realistic enough to earn money if they want to.

**NUMBERS AND PLANETS**

Those born on April 13 are ruled by the number 4 (1+3 = 4) and by the planet Uranus. This planet indicates changes, perhaps sudden or capricious, and fickle and unconventional behavior; this tendency to instability is intensified on April 13 by the influence of Mars (ruler of Aries). The number 4 traditionally represents rebellion, peculiar beliefs and a desire to change norms, hence the aspiration of those born on **April 13** to change the established order. Although the number 13 is considered unlucky, it is in fact a powerful number that demands responsibility to use its power wisely and avoid the risk of self-destruction.

**TAROT**

The most misunderstood Tarot card is the thirteenth of the Major Arcana, Death, which should rarely be taken literally, as it symbolizes letting go of the past to grow beyond limitations. However, this card and the number 4 suggest that those born on April 13 should guard against disappointment, pessimism, and melancholy.

**HEALTH**

Those born on April 13 must learn to deal with disenchantment and rejection, which at various times in their lives will manifest with physical and psychological symptoms: from headaches and anxiety to severe depressive states. For these individuals, sleep can be both a blessing and a curse: it usually has a beneficial effect, but when coupled with depression it becomes a dangerous escape from daily activities or from life itself. In this case the consumption of alcohol can be particularly harmful. The best way to solve this problem is to establish a regular schedule of work and exercise. Many of those born on April 13 are born athletes and need to do sports or other kinds of physical exercise (long walks, swimming, aerobics).

**TIPS**

Don't isolate yourself; make an effort to relate to others. From time to time try to see the world from the point of view of others. Learn to accept the generosity of others. Pride is often an obstacle in his way.

**MEDITATION**

On the stage of life, a change of scene can move the action forward

Strengths: **VOLUNTARY** – **PIONEERS** – **SINCERE**

Weaknesses: **MISUNDERSTOOD** – **OSTRISTS** – **VULNERABLE TO REJECTION**