Hi again Angie,

In this newsletter we are going to examine the Special
Traits and Lessons Numbers that occur in you full name.
This is quite a different method of divining with numbers
then you may be used to in this course so far as the
interpretations are based on how often a number equivalence
to a letter repeats in your name. The interpretations also
factor in the absence of a number equivalence in your name.

To do this you will be using the same chart of
numerological equivalencies that you used to calculate your
Life Expression number, which is also based on your full
birth name.

The number of times that a number repeats symbolizes
special traits or talents that you may possess. For
instance if your name contains a lot of threes (which
usually symbolizes a life as a performer or entertainer)
then you might be well off with a career in the public
spotlight.

On the other hand if your name is lacking certain numbers
then the deficiency symbolizes issues or karmic factors
that will present themselves as lessons, obstacles or
issues that you need to work on in your life. For instance,
if your name lacks the number 8 (a number that symbolizes
material wealth then it is very possible that economic
hardship might be a repeated theme in your life.

Your first step is to refer to the chart that is used to
calculate your Life Expression number to calculate the
values of EACH letter of your name.

    1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9
    A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I
    J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R
    S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z


To simplify this process make yourself a small, simple
chart that looks something like this.  You will notice in
the chart below that there is a listing of numbers that
represent the average number of times these numbers occur
in a name.


  Number          1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8  9

  Average         3  1  2  1  4  2  1  1  3
  Occurrence:

  Occurrences     _  _  _  _  _  _  _  _  _
  In My Name:


Your next step is to identify the numbers in your name and
compare them to Average Occurrence numbers. This will help
you determine if you have 1) an average number 2) an above
average number or 3) a below average number.  The
interpretations for all three categories will be provided
in the next newsletter.

In the meantime let's take actor Tom Cruise as an example.
He was born as Thomas Cruise Mapother

First we will make a full count of the letters in Tom
Cruise's birth name using the Life Expressions number
equivalence chart above

     T H O M A S   C R U I S E   M A P O T H E R
     2 8 6 4 1 1   3 9 3 9 1 5   4 1 7 6 2 8 5 9


We then apply the chart above to Tom Cruise's name.

  Number           1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8  9

  Average          3  1  2  1  4  2  1  1  3
  Occurrence:

  Occurrence In    4  2  2  2  2  2  1  2  3
  Tom's Name:


As you can see Tom has an average number of 3's, 6's, 7's
and 9's.  These are areas in his life where he would
neither excel or fail (pretty much be just like everyone
else!) He has an above average number of 1's, 2's, 4's and
8's. These numbers signify his special traits or talents.
He is deficient  (below average) in the number 5. He is
fortunate, as he does not have any missing numbers in his
name meaning that he may confront less obstacles or issues
in his life then most people.

Remember that below average or missing numbers represent
life lessons and karmic issues and that the average and
above average numbers represent traits and talents.

Here is a brief summary of Cruise's Special Traits numbers.

The above average presence of the number 1 signifies an
assertive, proactive individual in life, who usually gets
his way,

The above average presence of the number 2 signifies a
happy and harmonious individual who is faithful, adaptable
and has an appreciation of the arts.

The above average presence of the number 4 demonstrates an
ability to apply oneself and work towards long term goals.

The above average presence of the number 8 signifies wealth
and prosperity.

Cruise's major issue or life lesson is symbolized by the
deficiency of the number 5 in his name. The number 5 means
a dislike of crowds and the public and perhaps considering
oneself to be above the normal fray of humanity. He may
find it hard to meet new people or to connect to others on
a one on one level.

Here is a run down of his average traits - where he neither
excels nor fails.

The average number of 3's in his name means that he may not
push his talents or go out of his way to be the life of the
party.

The average number of 6's in his name signifies a born
teacher and caretaker. 

The average number of 7's in his name signifies an
individual an intelligent individual who is analytical and
not afraid to ask question.

The average number of 9's in his name reveals a genuine
concern for mankind and a morally upright attitude.