Born on 19 August, 1978 (Saturday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Leo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Aquarius

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
47 years, 24 days

Your next birthday is 340 days away.

Life Path Number
7

Numerology

Day of the Week
Saturday

231st day of the year 1978.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Horse (马)
Roman Numerals
XIX-VIII-MCMLXXVIII

XLVII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:50 Sunset: 19:18

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on August 19, 1978

Born on August 19, 1978 : You’re a quiet rebel who heals through close ties

  • Relational focus: Sun & Mercury in the 7th house from the Moon — you think and shine most clearly in one‑to‑one settings.
  • Depth magnet: Venus, Mars, Pluto & Rahu in the 8th house from the Moon — attraction, shared resources, and transformation follow you.
  • Inner seeker: Life Path number 7 with Uranus in the 9th — you hunt for meaning and original beliefs.
  • Work rhythm: Jupiter in the 6th and disciplined study habits — steady service and craft earn results.

You were born with a mix of solitude and leadership: Life Path 7 pushes you toward inner truth, while Birth Number 1 nudges you to act. At this stage of life you may be reassessing what matters — relationships, work that serves, and whether your values match your daily habits. Think of your life as a workshop: private, focused, and built around a few strong tools. What you choose to keep in the workshop matters more than what you display to the street.

Personality : Humanitarian

You care about people but resist being told how to help. That tension — wanting to fix things but refusing to follow a script — makes you both dependable and unpredictable. In a neighborhood meeting you’ll organize the effort, then challenge the authority on principle. You prefer people who stand on their own. Your stubborn streak shows up as loyalty and as resistance; both sides feed your life’s work. Expect others to be surprised by how steady you are once they earn your trust.

Talent and Abilities : Adaptable excellence

You bring attention to detail and an ability to perform under pressure. Mercury in the 7th gives you a talent for negotiation and teaching in one‑on‑one formats. Jupiter in the 6th rewards routine and service; Neptune in the 10th colors your public life with imagination. Unconscious motives: you seek meaning (7) but also want to lead (1), so you often step into quiet authority — a coach, an adviser, a craftsman who teaches. Your skill grows when you pair solitude with service.

Blind Spots : Stubborn streak

Your strength — firm opinions and fast decisions — can look like intolerance. You may judge others quickly and react with temper. You tell yourself you’re being honest; others hear bluntness. In relationships this can freeze conversation or push people away. Awareness is the fix: small pauses, a question before a verdict, change the result. The trait that gets you results can also erode soft connections, unless you choose differently.

Karmic Lessons : Shared power and responsibility

With Saturn and the Sun in the 7th from the Moon and many planets in the 8th, a core lesson concerns partnership and shared resources. The Moon’s South Node in the 2nd suggests past‑life comfort with possessions — now you’re asked to share, transform, or release. Expect tests around money, intimacy, or power. These themes intensify during Saturn and Pluto cycles — those periods push you to change how you rely on others and how you accept help. Growth comes when you trade comfort for depth.

Family and Environment : Sacrificial skill

Your background likely includes teachers, engineers, or practical craftspeople; relatives may work in government or technical fields and some may have moved abroad. Parents likely taught self‑reliance, sometimes at the cost of emotional steadiness. Family resources and sacrifices shaped your early habits. You often act as a mediator in family tensions, and success tends to feel like earned duty rather than easy luck — a pattern that pushes you to leave for better opportunities.

Health and Habits : Watch stress and ENT

Patterns point to tension‑related headaches, ENT sensitivity, or eye strain — simple things like posture, hydration, and regular checkups matter. You do well with disciplined routines: steady sleep, short daily walks, and focused breathing. Mental solitude feeds you, but isolation can turn into rumination. Small daily rituals — a 10‑minute breathwork session or a focused hobby — reduce the build up and keep you practical and present.

Education and Student Life : Disciplined self‑starter

You learn by doing and by focused study. Time management and a strong memory help you in technical fields — engineering, geology, mineral exploration — and in structured spiritual practice: meditation, yoga, teaching. Education may require relocation or strict discipline at times. You do best where theory meets craft: hands on, with room for deep study. This practical learning style later becomes a steady source of income or a teaching niche.

Work, Money and Career : Service and craft

Jupiter in the 6th favors steady employment, service, and improvement. You can succeed in engineering, mineral industries, government, or running a craft‑based business (garments, beauty, salons). Neptune in the 10th suggests a public role tied to ideals — teaching, healing, or a reputation for conscience. Money often comes from multiple sources; be careful with one property that may cause headaches. Relocation or career shifts often unlock bigger chances.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense and testing

Romance for you is not casual. The 8th‑house cluster makes attraction magnetic and deep; partnerships trigger profound change. Saturn in the 7th brings seriousness and sometimes delays — you take vows or commitments seriously and expect the same. You also play the mediator role and often smooth conflicts. If you’re male: your wife may come from an earthy, practical background and could be strong‑willed; relationships may involve health or care dynamics at times. If you’re female: your husband may be tied to land, finance, or craft, and can bring stability — sometimes with his own obsessions to manage. Shared finances, inheritances, or crisis moments can cement or break bonds. During Pluto or Saturn transits these themes intensify; you might meet a partner through work or a crisis that becomes an opportunity for growth. Romance here is less about light flutter and more about being forged together — expect heat, tests, and real change.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Temper and control

Be blunt: your temper and quick judgments cost you chances. You can alienate allies by assuming you’re right and cutting off conversation. Property and money can become recurring headaches if you cling to old patterns. Sibling friction and pride often show up. The fix is basic and brutal: learn to pause, ask one question, and share control. Do that, and the obstacles become the raw material for a stronger you.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies :

  • Practice a 5‑minute pause before responding — it diffuses impulse and builds better relationships.
  • Schedule small daily routines: breathwork, posture breaks, and an ENT checkup if you have recurring issues.
  • Leverage your 1‑on‑1 strengths: coaching, private workshops, or mediation work suit you well.
  • When handling joint money, insist on clear agreements; avoid putting all value into one property.
  • Track major transits (Saturn, Pluto) — these cycles will intensify relationship and resource lessons; use them as checkpoints for big decisions.

Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, the cosmic forces are aligning to bring about significant changes and challenges in your life. The sub-cycle of Ketu, which runs from September 2024 to February 2025, will activate the 2nd house, bringing forth potential difficulties and obstacles in your path. Issues related to your younger siblings, health concerns for your father, and financial strains may arise. Additionally, there could be challenges in your romantic relationships, leading to arguments and misunderstandings. However, the sub-cycle of Venus, which begins in February 2025 and lasts until April 2026, will activate the 8th house, bringing about opportunities for transformation...

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When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

  • United States: August 19, 1996
  • India: August 19, 1996
  • Philippines: August 19, 1996
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1996
  • Canada: August 19, 1996
According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

  • United States: August 19, 1993
  • India: August 19, 1994
  • Philippines: August 19, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1995
  • Canada: August 19, 1994

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: August 19, 1994
  • India: August 19, 1996
  • Philippines: August 19, 1996
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1995
  • Canada: August 19, 1994

Full Driving License

  • United States: August 19, 1996
  • India: August 19, 1998
  • Philippines: August 19, 1996
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1999
  • Canada: August 19, 1996

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: August 19, 1994
  • India: August 19, 1996
  • Philippines: August 19, 1994
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1994
  • Canada: August 19, 1994
Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

  • United States: August 19, 1996
  • India: August 19, 1999
  • Philippines: August 19, 1996
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1996
  • Canada: August 19, 1996

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

  • United States: August 19, 1999
  • India: August 19, 1999
  • Philippines: August 19, 1996
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1996
  • Canada: August 19, 1997

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

  • India: August 19, 1996
  • Canada: August 19, 1997
  • United States: August 19, 1999
  • Philippines: August 19, 1999
  • United Kingdom: August 19, 1996

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 19, 2024

Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.

Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.

Your next birthday

  • August 19, 2026 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 340 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for August 19, 1978

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on August 19, 2025 Secondary Progressions for August 19, 2025
Sun 25 Leo 56 26 Leo 32 11 Libra 40
Moon 7 Pisces 36 6 Cancer 30 18 Scorpio 17
Mercury 25 Leo 8 7 Leo 59 15 Libra 12
Venus 11 Libra 40 22 Cancer 22 19 Scorpio 49
Mars 9 Libra 21 7 Libra 44 10 Scorpio 29
Jupiter 26 Cancer 30 15 Cancer 29 4 Leo 59
Saturn 3 Virgo 16 0 Aries 42 9 Virgo 4
Uranus 12 Scorpio 44 1 Gemini 21 14 Scorpio 41
Neptune 15 Sagittarius 34 1 Aries 38 15 Sagittarius 56
Pluto 14 Libra 45 2 Aquarius 0 16 Libra 25
Rahu 28 Virgo 21 19 Pisces 18 25 Virgo 52
Ketu 28 Pisces 21 19 Virgo 18 25 Pisces 52

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