Born on 25 August, 1985 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Virgo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Sagittarius

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
40 years, 18 days

Your next birthday is 346 days away.

Life Path Number
2

Numerology

Day of the Week
Sunday

237th day of the year 1985.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Ox (牛)
Roman Numerals
XXV-VIII-MCMLXXXV

XL years old

Timings
Sunrise: 05:00 Sunset: 19:04

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on August 25, 1985

Born on August 25, 1985 : You mix practical smarts with quiet sensitivity — and at 40 that combo is your secret advantage.

  • Money-minded strategist — Jupiter in the 2nd house from the Moon gives you a nose for value and finance.
  • Curious thinker — Life Path 2 and Birth Number 7 push you toward questions, study and meaning (Sun in the 9th).
  • Deeply intuitive — Neptune conjunct the Moon makes your feelings vivid and sometimes blurry.
  • Magnetic in private, tricky in groups — Mercury/Venus/Mars in the 8th bring intensity; Saturn and Pluto in the 11th bend your social life toward seriousness and change.

You don’t need labels. You want results and meaning. At 40 you’re often less interested in proving anything and more focused on picking the right path — learning, earning, loving with purpose. This profile reads like a field guide: practical moves for real life, with a few inner signals to watch. Each trait below starts simple and builds a little deeper, so you can step forward with clarity.

Personality : Optimistic

You show optimism even when you wobble. Life Path 2 makes you cooperative and supportive; Birth Number 7 gives you a probing mind. Sun in the 9th house from the Moon pulls you toward ideas, travel, learning and philosophy. That combination can look inconsistent — one week you sign up for an online course, the next you drop it because a new curiosity arrives — but it also means you renew your goals often. Watch how that optimism becomes steadier when you pair it with a simple plan; the next insight will surprise you.

Talent and Abilities : Strategic with money

You spot value. Jupiter in the 2nd house favors earning and practical growth; Mercury, Venus and Mars in the 8th give you skill at negotiations, investments, and reading hidden motives. Unconsciously, you seek intelligence — not to show off, but to feel safe. That motive makes you a natural adviser: friends trust your budgeting fixes and business pivots. Use short experiments (90 days) to turn hunches into cash. When Pluto or Jupiter cycles activate your money zone, your skill becomes visible to others.

Blind Spots : Trusting to a fault

Neptune conjunct the Moon softens boundaries; you can take other people’s moods and stories as your own. That sweetness helps you empathize, but it also leaves you open to being misled. Mercury/Venus/Mars in the 8th intensify desires and secrets — you may forgive charm too quickly. Social approval (Moon’s South Node in the 11th) can skew your choices. The blunt remedy: verify facts before you commit. Watch Neptune and Mars transits — they tend to surface tests.

Karmic Lessons : Group ties and deep commitments

Your life asks you to balance personal creativity (Rahu in the 5th) with obligations to groups and friends (Saturn & Pluto in the 11th, Moon’s South Node there). That pattern can feel like a loop: you lean on groups, then must learn independence; you crave recognition, then must face responsibility. These cycles deepen during Saturn or Pluto returns — times when friendships and social roles transform into lessons that push you toward long-term purpose.

Family and Environment : Mother-centered support

Your emotional ground often comes through the mother or primary caregiver; their approval matters and childhood attachments shaped your inner life. Home may have been emotionally messy at times, which explains early study interruptions or mood swings. Still, family often provides practical help. As you step into more public roles, those early ties either fuel you or become things you clear — and resolving them unlocks new freedom.

Health and Habits : Foodie with joint/eye cautions

You likely enjoy food and comfort; that’s a joy, but it can hide low-energy patterns. Traditional notes point to eye, joint or back sensitivities — common weak spots here. Small, consistent moves work best: daily core work for the back, regular eye checkups, and scheduled walks. Stressed Neptune moods make sleep and boundaries a health priority. Take small steps now and you keep pace with what life demands next.

Education and Student Life : Slow starter, steady learner

School may have felt uneven: interest spikes and long pauses, sometimes due to home issues. But your curiosity is real — especially for math, arts or philosophy — and you often return to study later in life. Many born this day pick up two or three credentials, certificates, or deep self-study paths over time. Treat learning as modular: short sprints that build into a bigger skillset. Mercury transits bring study bursts and clarity.

Work, Money and Career : Strategic and independent

You do well with planning, numbers, trade, or running small companies. Roles like accounting, finance, marketing, consultancy, or hospitality suit your blend of practical sense and people skill. You can also thrive doing detail research or running a boutique business. Expect growth through earned value rather than quick wins; Jupiter in the money sector rewards steady effort. When Jupiter or career planets transit your 2nd or 8th houses, opportunities tend to appear.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Passionate but restless

You fall in love with ideas and people. Venus and Mars in the 8th give intensity, sex appeal and a taste for deep bonds; Neptune with the Moon adds romance and sometimes idealism. That mix makes relationships magnetic but occasionally stormy. You may have multiple serious relationships or a pattern of short, intense affairs. If you are male: your wife may be creative, caring, or involved in healing, hospitality or the arts; she’s likely clever and direct. If you are female: your husband may come from business, marketing or a practical trade, and he may bring arguments and ambition. Either way, small fights often come from restlessness; you want freedom plus depth. The trick is honest boundaries: name what you need, and don’t let idealism blind you to facts. Major Venus or Mars transits will highlight turning points in love — pay attention.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Inconsistency and misplaced trust

Be blunt with yourself: your hopefulness can become avoidance. You trust too fast, ignore red flags, and switch courses without finishing. Emotional dependence on approval or the past can block real independence. Financial caution is wise — first purchases sometimes bring friction. Health neglect stacks up if you ignore routine care. Face these now and you halt self-sabotage; dodge them and you repeat old losses. Which will you choose?

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Build a 90-day financial plan and use a budgeting tool (YNAB, Mint) — Jupiter in the 2nd rewards consistent savings.
  • Start therapy or attachment work to address mother-child wounds and trust patterns; simple weekly check-ins help.
  • Practice boundary phrases aloud (30 seconds) before emotional talks; it protects Neptune-soft edges.
  • Daily core strength and an annual eye exam; small health routines prevent chronic pain later.
  • Use short learning sprints (30–60 days) for skill upgrades; align big moves with Jupiter or Saturn transits for momentum.

One final note: the planets mark seasons, not forever. Transits of Jupiter, Saturn, Pluto, Neptune and Mars will test what you’ve built and reveal what needs change — treat them as check-ins, not verdicts. Start with one small habit today and you give the next decade a very different shape.


Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 holds great potential for personal and professional growth. Your dedication and perseverance will be rewarded. The sub-cycle of Rahu, which runs from June 2024 to July 2025, activates the 5th house, indicating opportunities for creativity, romance, and adventure. Embrace these chances to explore new avenues and express yourself fully. The sub-cycle of Jupiter, which runs from July 2025 to June 2026, activates the 2nd house, signifying financial stability and material gains. This is an opportune time to make wise investments and secure your financial future. Jupiter's transit through the 6th house in the first half of 2025...

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What happened on August 25, 1985

  • Bar Harbor Airlines Flight 1808 crashed, killing all 8 on board, including Samantha Smith, a young peace activist, sparking international mourning and calls for nuclear disarmament.

August 25, 1985 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1985 belongs to the Millennials group.

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

  • United States: August 25, 2003
  • India: August 25, 2003
  • Philippines: August 25, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2003
  • Canada: August 25, 2003
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 25, 2000
  • India: August 25, 2001
  • Philippines: August 25, 2001
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2002
  • Canada: August 25, 2001

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: August 25, 2001
  • India: August 25, 2003
  • Philippines: August 25, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2002
  • Canada: August 25, 2001

Full Driving License

  • United States: August 25, 2003
  • India: August 25, 2005
  • Philippines: August 25, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2006
  • Canada: August 25, 2003

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: August 25, 2001
  • India: August 25, 2003
  • Philippines: August 25, 2001
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2001
  • Canada: August 25, 2001
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 25, 2003
  • India: August 25, 2006
  • Philippines: August 25, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2003
  • Canada: August 25, 2003

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

  • United States: August 25, 2006
  • India: August 25, 2006
  • Philippines: August 25, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2003
  • Canada: August 25, 2004

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

  • India: August 25, 2003
  • Canada: August 25, 2004
  • United States: August 25, 2006
  • Philippines: August 25, 2006
  • United Kingdom: August 25, 2003

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 25, 2031

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 25, 2026 is on a Tuesday.
  • Your next birthday is 346 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for August 25, 1985

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on August 25, 2025 Secondary Progressions for August 25, 2025
Sun 2 Virgo 0 2 Virgo 19 10 Libra 59
Moon 28 Sagittarius 52 25 Virgo 59 8 Gemini 17
Mercury 14 Leo 25 15 Leo 26 19 Libra 34
Venus 26 Cancer 36 29 Cancer 30 14 Virgo 52
Mars 19 Leo 58 11 Libra 34 15 Virgo 19
Jupiter 9 Aquarius 25 16 Cancer 38 7 Aquarius 5
Saturn 22 Scorpio 30 0 Aries 21 25 Scorpio 26
Uranus 13 Sagittarius 59 1 Gemini 25 14 Sagittarius 44
Neptune 0 Capricorn 55 1 Aries 30 0 Capricorn 58
Pluto 2 Scorpio 27 1 Aquarius 53 3 Scorpio 43
Rahu 12 Taurus 38 18 Pisces 59 10 Taurus 31
Ketu 12 Scorpio 38 18 Virgo 59 10 Scorpio 31

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