Traits: Limitless, Unknowable, No-thing, Boundless, Truth, Purity, Love, All, Alpha and Omega, Possibility, First Cause, Unmanifest, Breath of God, Unified Field, Source, Space, [Universal] Consciousness, Cosmic Egg, God.

Traits: Unity, Beginning, Focused concentration, Goal-striving, Action, Independence, Originality, Courage, Invention, Leader, Self-reliant, Ambition, Pioneer , Will, Conscious Mind, Positive. Often referred to as the SEED.

The number 1 symbolizes the principle of BEGINNING or initiation. It signifies that a person must learn to stand alone, be assertive, and achieve recognition for his or her talents. Therefore, the 1 is ambitious, an achiever, and fares best when it is allowed to demonstrate its own ideas. It is self-sufficient, inventive, willful, and dominant. Its energy is masculine, focused, and rational.

Gifts: Self-sufficiency, invention, mastery

Challenges: Stubbornness, egotism, bluntness, overambitious, dominance, willfulness, impulsiveness

Personal Goal: Establishing individuality; making a name

Fears: Being overlooked; not using talents

Succeeds as: Writer, director, inventor, president, public figure, business owner, designer

2 - Keywords: Relation(ships), Cooperation

Traits: Duality, Division, Polarity, Choice, Gestation, Cooperation, Service, Harmony, Support, Waiting, Diplomacy, Patience, Psychic, Intuition, Adaptable, Empathic, Partnership, Mediator, Comparison, Receptive, Helper, Collecting, Reproduction, Balancer of Opposites, Subconscious Memory, Positive and Negative. Diplomat, friend, artist, enduring PEACEMAKER, gentle, insightful, sensitive.

The number 2 symbolizes the principle of coming together with another, and is interested in partnership/relationship. It signifies that a person is generally supportive, and that issues of intimacy and diplomacy are at work. The 2 is very aware of others' needs as well as its own, and strives to demonstrate friendliness, understanding and tact. It is artistic, shy, thorough, and analytical. Its energy is feminine and magnetic.

Gifts: Charm, understanding, supportiveness, loving

Challenges: Self-consciousness, fear, hesitation, over-conscientiousness, details

Personal Goal: Reciprocal relationships; security

Fears: The unknown, unplanned change, being alone, making a mistake

Succeeds as: Artist, technician, psychologist, spouse, healer, bookkeeper, coordinator

3 - Keywords: Self-'Expression', Joy of Living

Traits: Creative, social, easygoing VISIONARY, humorous, energetic, spontaneous. Trinity, Union of Divine plus Human, Manifestation, Positive, Negative and Neutral, Expression, Subconscious Mind/Imagination, Optimistic, Enthusiasm, Expressive, Charming, Humor, Fun, Attractive, Friendly.

The number 3 symbolizes the principle of growth. When the initiating force of 1 unites with the germinating energy of 2 there is fruitfulness -- 3. It signifies that there is a synthesis present -- that imagination and an outpouring of energy is in action. The 3 is optimistic and fun-loving, and strives to uplift and color its surroundings. Its energy is enlivening, youthful, and enthusiastic.

Gifts: Enthusiasm, imagination, versatility

Challenges: Exaggeration, lack of direction, unfinished projects, sensitivity to criticism, laziness

Personal Goal: Enjoy life, stay young, play

Fears: Loss of youth, restriction, boredom

Succeeds as: Motivator, coach, writer, musician, artist, parent, salesperson, communicator/all media

Traits: Application, determination, serious BUILDER, doer, manager, traditional. Practical, orderly, patient, logical, hard-working, loyal, steadfast, frugal, responsible, earthy, planner, materially creative, green thumb, even tempered. Stable foundation. Limitations.

The number 4 symbolizes the principle of putting ideas into form. It signifies work and productivity. The 4 is constructive, realistic, traditional and cautious. It is the number of system, order, and management.

Gifts: Concentration, realistic values, system

Challenges: Rigidity, too cautious, limited viewpoint

Personal Goal: Accomplishment, security

Fears: Sudden change, deprivation, loss

Succeeds as: Earth scientist, business owner, developer, lawyer, administrator, office worker, body worker

5 - Keywords: Constructive Freedom, Change, Conflict (the Rebel-Rebelling)

Traits: Adventure, change, freedom, exploration, variety, sensuality, unattached, curious, experienced, periodicity, knowledge seeker, knowledge teacher, traveler, imagination, child-like, playful. activity, influence, sensualist, promoter, flair.

The number 5 symbolizes the principle of multiplicity, progression, and passion. It signifies the need for change, variety, and new growth. It is the broadcaster -- disseminating information and asking questions. It is a public number -- outgoing, fast-moving, and mercurial. The 5 is active, daring, non-conventional, unpredictable, and attracted by the physical senses and indulgences. It is pragmatic and opportunistic and very persuasive. It may be undependable. Can indicate conflict and volatility.

Gifts: Resourceful, magnetic, motivated, competitive

Challenges: Restlessness, procrastination or activity with no direction, lack of follow through

Personal Goal: To win, to experience life to the maximum

Fears: Growing old, not seeing the world, boredom

Succeeds as: Public figure, developer, speculator, designer, news work, performer, change agent

6 - Keywords: Harmony, Responsibility, Love

Traits: Harmony, beauty, nurturing, love, marriage, family, responsibility, understanding, sympathy, healing/healer, empathic, perfectionist, order, duty, comfort, service, domestic, careful TEACHER, conventional, provider.

The number 6 symbolizes the principle of nurturing, caring, and harmony. It signifies the need for stability and a solid home-base with comfort. It is the teacher, trainer, and parent. It is happiest in conventional or familiar surroundings opinionated and frugal or anxious when insecure. The 6 is rarely selfish, and may take on the burdens of others unnecessarily. It loves tradition, and is health-oriented.

Gifts: Caring, ability to compromise, reliability

Challenges: Anxiety, being over controlled, codependency, guilt

Personal Goal: To provide for others' well-being, to create security and harmony, to love and be loved

Fears: Lack of resources and love; world going to hell

Succeeds as: Parent, educator, caterer/ restaurateur, nurse, body worker/health consultant, traditional professional, counselor, coach

7 - Keywords: Analysis, Understanding

Traits: Philosopher, sage, wisdom seeker, reserved, inventor, stoic, contemplative, aloof, deep-thinker, introspective, spiritual, faith, esoteric, exotic, unusual, hidden, seeking perfection, ethereal, other worldly, enigma, specialist, inventor, loner, eccentric, thoughtful, spiritual. Assessing, evaluating, seeking understanding.

The number 7 symbolizes humanity's deep inner need to find depth, meaning, and spiritual connection. When the creature needs of food, self-expression, material and domestic achievements have been met, we turn to the deeper levels of life -- to learn, to educate ourselves and to find purpose. The 7 is an investigator, an inventor, and must have solitude in which to find the inner voice. Sevens tend to be different, eccentric, or loners and are very discriminating in all areas.

Gifts: Mental understanding, analysis, perfection

Challenges: Pride, narrowness, distance, rigidity, connection to the past, argumentative, temper, silence

Personal Goal: To maintain control over life; to understand

Fears: Failure to achieve standards, making a mistake

Succeeds as: Consultant, professor, analyst, earth/maritime occupations, individualist, observer, occultist

8 - Keywords: Material Satisfaction, Power, Mastery

Traits: Achievement, abundance, executive, strength, self-disciplined, power, success, authority, psychology, entrepreneur, intensity, supervisor, provider, grandeur, material manifestor, professional, money, PROBLEM SOLVER, organizer, achiever, judgment.

The number 8 symbolizes the principle of domination, control, and achievement. It is the executive decision-maker. The 8 tends to be rather formal, stern, and hard-headed. More comfortable in the realm of material, tangible facts, the 8 will be truly exceptional as soon as it develops its spiritual connection and intuition. A natural leader with a good grasp of how to accomplish any goal, it must learn compassion.

Gifts: Decisiveness, courage, focus, delegation

Challenges: Belligerence, manipulation, anger, judgment

Personal Goal: To exercise control over environment, to achieve power and status

Fears: Loss of prestige, being at the mercy of circumstances or of others less capable

Succeeds as: Any type of professional, business owner, publisher, contractor, engineer, financial analyst, judge

9 - Keywords: Selflessness, Humanitarianism

Traits: Humanitarian, compassionate, romantic, selfless, generous, philanthropic, loving, wisdom, idealist, artistic, spiritual healer, all allowing, other worldly, blending, generalist, multi-talented, teacher, old-soul, actor.

The number 9 symbolizes the principle of a universal philosophy or consciousness. It is the dreamer, and feels at home in the realm of the arts, medicine, religion, drama, and philosophy and metaphysics. It is a healer and educator, acting always for the benefit of others. The 9 looks for solutions from the inspirational, intuitive, and creative worlds. Its energy is loving, compassionate, diffuse, and global.

Gifts: Understanding, communicating, influencing

Challenges: Drifting, tolerance, losing focus, bad habits

Personal Goal: To make an impact in a big way; expansion

Fears: Restriction of any kind, losing control of emotions

Succeeds as: Minister, occultist, health/body worker, counselor, artist/craftsperson, world/community leader

There are 3 double-digit numbers that, while they are rooted in the single-digit numbers, require special emphasis and attention. These are 11, 22, and 33.

They are called Master numbers because they possess more potential than other numbers. They are highly charged, difficult to handle, and require time, maturity, and great effort to integrate into one's personality.

11 - Keyword: Illumination, Idealist (the number of the Minor Arcana)

Traits: Messenger, Inspired, Intuitive, Channeling, Inventive, Mystic, Spiritual, Teacher, Idealistic, Romantic, Artistic, Energetic, Enthusiasm, Angels of creative communication, Christ-like Love, Visionary, Joy-bringer, Celebrity, INSPIRATION, psychological, radical, sensitive.

The number 11 symbolizes the principle of enlightenment. It colors everything with drama, a visionary outlook, artistic sensitivity, and a sparkling quality. It is not truly practical, but its contribution is its unique perspective and philosophy which instigates new consciousness. Its energy is very high-strung, intense, mercurial, polarized (off an on), and subtle.

Gifts: Revealing higher truths, transformation, poetic interpretation, romance

Challenges: Illusion, isolation, allergies, over-stimulation

Personal Goal: Living the dream

Fears: Drudgery, restriction, ugliness, boredom

Succeeds as: Media star, poet, inventor, psychologist, minister, designer, society figure, beauty queen, occultist

Traits: Idealist, Expansive, Visionary, Master Builder, Material Master, Government, Bridge Builder, Alchemy, Universal Transformation, Philanthropic, Angels of Inspired Creativity, Genius, Inspired, Trouble-Shooter, Champion for a Cause, Tycoon.

The number 22 symbolizes the principle of precision and balance. When it senses its full capacity as a MASTER BUILDER, it can achieve what is barely imaginable. The 22 can turn the most ambitious of dreams into reality. It is potentially the most successful of all numbers. It has many of the inspirational insights of the 11, combined with the practicality and methodical nature of the 4. It is unlimited, yet disciplined. It sees the archetype, and brings it down to earth in some material form. It has big ideas, great plans, idealism, leadership, and enormous self-confidence.

Gifts: Inspire others, common sense, intuitive, practical

Challenges: Share your vision, allow others to make contributions

Personal Goal: Integrate seemingly conflicting characteristics within yourself-your inspiring vision and natural tendency toward practicality.

Fears: Loss

Succeeds as: Politician, business owner, lawyer, administrator,

Traits: Christ-like, healer, compassionate, protected, blessing, teacher of teachers, martyr, inspiration, honest, monk, Angels of healing and guidance.

The number 33 symbolizes the principle of guidance. When expressed to the fullest, the 33 lacks all personal ambition, and instead focuses its considerable abilities toward the spiritual uplifting of mankind. What makes the 33 especially impressive, is the high level of sincere devotion. This is shown in its determination to seek understanding and wisdom before preaching to others. The 33 in full force is extremely rare.

Gifts: Honesty, discipline, bravery

Challenges: Requires self-sacrifice, courage

Personal Goal: Searching for the truth

Fears: Lack of resources and love

Succeeds as: Parent, educator, Artist, Doctor