Born on 9 November, 1978 (Thursday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Scorpio

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Aquarius

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
46 years, 10 months, 3 days

Your next birthday is 57 days away.

Life Path Number
9

Numerology

Day of the Week
Thursday

313th day of the year 1978.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Horse (马)
Roman Numerals
IX-XI-MCMLXXVIII

XLVI years old

Timings
Sunrise: 07:05 Sunset: 16:22

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on November 9, 1978

Born on November 9, 1978 : You turn blunt truth into a public calling — with a restless heart for meaning

  • Life Path 9: Service, endings, and a big-picture focus that keeps pulling you toward meaning.
  • Public thrust: Mercury, Mars and Neptune in the 10th (from the Moon) give you a voice that lands in the world — career, reputation, and sudden shifts.
  • Higher mind + intensity: Sun, Venus and Uranus in the 9th point to travel, teaching, belief and sudden revelations; Pluto and Rahu in the 8th bring deep transformation.
  • Personal mix: Honest and sensual, often inattentive to small details; family and mother themes shape your path.

You were born into a map that mixes public life with inner pressure. Numbers matter here: your Life Path is 9 and your Birth Number is 09 — both carry completion and service. Picture yourself as someone who speaks for a larger story, who prefers big ideas over petty chores. That set-up becomes clearer as you read each part of your portrait.

Personality : Honest but restless

You tell the truth and you mean it. That blunt honesty helps you win respect and sometimes bruises people. You’re sensual and drawn to adventure, yet you can be inattentive to details — like a traveler who notices the horizon but misses a flat tyre. At work you show up as hardworking and knowledgeable; in life you chase meaning more than routine. Expect this pattern to surface during periods when Jupiter or Uranus stir your 9th house — travel or new beliefs push you forward.

Talent and Abilities : Public communicator and strategist

With Mercury, Mars and Neptune lined up toward your 10th house from the Moon, you combine quick thinking, drive and imagination in public roles. You learn fast and adapt — law, media, travel, marketing, teaching or anything that uses words and reputation fits you. Unconscious motive: you seek recognition as proof you matter. Example: you may start as a steady employee and later launch a business or public project that suddenly takes off. Career transits (Saturn, Jupiter) often trigger those shifts.

Blind Spots : Brutal candor that misses small survival details

Your honesty masks a blind edge: impatience with the unambitious and a tendency to be mean without intending cruelty. Mood swings and late nights make you unreliable sometimes. You can multitask grand projects while neglecting bills or health. People remember your truth but also the moments you weren’t present. This pattern becomes sharp when stress hits; use it as a signal to slow down rather than proof you’re failing.

Karmic Lessons : Letting go, service and transformation

Life Path 9 plus Pluto and Rahu in the 8th house and the Moon’s South Node in the 2nd suggest repeated lessons around attachment and value. You are learning to release what no longer serves — money tied to identity, old family expectations, or failed relationships — and to convert loss into compassion and service. These themes intensify during Pluto/Saturn cycles: deep endings lead to deeper purpose.

Family and Environment : Mother-shaped fortunes and early upheaval

Your family life matters. Analysis points to strong maternal influence — blessings from your mother help you, and conflicts with her can tilt your fortunes. Education may have had interruptions because of home troubles. There’s often property, travel or relatives abroad in your background. The way family fights or reconciles becomes a template for your adult partnerships — keep noticing that pattern.

Health and Habits : Late nights and a back that needs care

You work hard and tend to burn the candle at both ends. Staying up late is a habit; that rhythm can bring headaches, eye strain, skin sensitivity and occasional back issues (lower spine, L3–L4). Small dietary sensitivities are possible. Practical note: medical insurance and regular checkups are a wise investment. When you respect your body’s limits, your energy becomes your ally.

Education and Student Life : Confident but interrupted

You have confidence and curiosity, especially for literature, music and ideas. Still, home problems or breaks in education may have slowed formal progress. Many of your skills are self-taught or come through varied mentors. Later study or a professional return often rewards you — especially during Jupiter’s favorable cycles for learning.

Work, Money and Career : From steady job to public business

Expect a career arc that starts with steady work and moves into something more independent or public. Professions that match: law, media, travel, hospitality, marketing, architecture, pharmacy, or any field that combines service with communication. Financially, gains can come from property or work outside your birthplace, but expect occasional blockages (PF or delayed payouts). Plan around major transits: Saturn and Jupiter will nudge you into the next chapter.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Passionate, often restless

You fall in love easily and attract many opposite‑gender friends. Love can be intense and sometimes unsuccessful at first; you learn through relationships. If you are male: a wife may be intellectual, creative or connected to public work, possibly proud and mobile. If you are female: a husband may come from business, research or a supportive network and could be adaptable but directionless at times. Partner families may show unusual marriage patterns or educational breaks. Saturn in the 7th asks you to grow into commitment; expect lessons and eventual depth, especially when Saturn or Rahu touch partnership houses.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Hot temper and scattered focus

Be blunt: your temper and harsh speech push people away. You can be aggressive, ego-driven and easily disheartened when results lag. Money mistakes show up if you gamble or speculate. The cure is discipline: steady detail work, honest apologies, and a tighter financial plan. You’ll pay a price for ignoring this — and gain a lot when you fix it.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Daily short breathing practice (pranayama) to tame moodiness and late‑night urges.
  • Use a “detail partner” to check bills and admin; you handle strategy, they handle follow-through.
  • Protect income with basic financial guardrails — avoid speculation; keep emergency savings and insurance.
  • When big transits (Saturn, Jupiter, Pluto) loom, plan career pivots and legal/financial reviews in advance.
  • Turn love lessons into growth: therapy, clear communication, and time for quiet reflection will transform pattern into purpose.

Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 promises to be a transformative year for you, marked by significant changes and opportunities. You may find yourself reevaluating your priorities and making bold decisions that will shape the course of your life. The sub-cycle of Saturn, which runs from March 2024 to December 2026, will activate your 7th house, bringing a renewed focus on relationships, partnerships, and legal matters. The transit of Jupiter through your 4th house in the first half of 2025 will bring emotional stability, gains from services and employment, and the repayment of debts. You may also experience a sense of solitude and...

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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: November 9, 1996
  • India: November 9, 1996
  • Philippines: November 9, 1996
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1996
  • Canada: November 9, 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: November 9, 1993
  • India: November 9, 1994
  • Philippines: November 9, 1994
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1995
  • Canada: November 9, 1994

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: November 9, 1994
  • India: November 9, 1996
  • Philippines: November 9, 1996
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1995
  • Canada: November 9, 1994

Full Driving License

  • United States: November 9, 1996
  • India: November 9, 1998
  • Philippines: November 9, 1996
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1999
  • Canada: November 9, 1996

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: November 9, 1994
  • India: November 9, 1996
  • Philippines: November 9, 1994
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1994
  • Canada: November 9, 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: November 9, 1996
  • India: November 9, 1999
  • Philippines: November 9, 1996
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1996
  • Canada: November 9, 1996

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

  • United States: November 9, 1999
  • India: November 9, 1999
  • Philippines: November 9, 1996
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1996
  • Canada: November 9, 1997

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

  • India: November 9, 1996
  • Canada: November 9, 1997
  • United States: November 9, 1999
  • Philippines: November 9, 1999
  • United Kingdom: November 9, 1996

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

December 9, 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

  • November 9, 2025 is on a Sunday.
  • Your next birthday is 57 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for November 9, 1978

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on November 9, 2024 Secondary Progressions for November 9, 2024
Sun 16 Scorpio 30 17 Scorpio 21 3 Capricorn 6
Moon 7 Pisces 10 17 Aquarius 40 2 Scorpio 41
Mercury 7 Sagittarius 54 8 Sagittarius 40 11 Sagittarius 11
Venus 14 Scorpio 16 27 Sagittarius 1 18 Scorpio 57
Mars 5 Sagittarius 13 1 Leo 39 9 Capricorn 33
Jupiter 8 Leo 31 19 Gemini 46 7 Leo 33
Saturn 12 Virgo 28 12 Pisces 39 14 Virgo 20
Uranus 16 Scorpio 46 25 Taurus 35 19 Scorpio 27
Neptune 16 Sagittarius 54 27 Pisces 21 18 Sagittarius 36
Pluto 17 Libra 45 29 Capricorn 49 19 Libra 0
Rahu 24 Virgo 1 4 Aries 17 21 Virgo 34
Ketu 24 Pisces 1 4 Libra 17 21 Pisces 34

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