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Those born during The Week of System Builders (Aug. 26-Sep. 2) bring structure and a strong physical presence to their creative efforts. Yet their personal lives can be surprisingly chaotic and they are not always the neatest persons. Although quite comfortable in the role of star, they also are happy when accepted by a group in which they can play an equal role with their colleagues and partners. Content to work behind the scenes, their presence can be felt without them needing to grab the spotlight. Often, in fact, they enjoy working on their own even to the point of preferring anonymity and privacy to fame and fortune. They are usually convinced that practice makes perfect.
The notables born in this week include musicians Charlie Parker, Branford Marsalis, Michael Jackson and Shania Twain, tennis players Andy Roddick and Jimmy Connors, football stars Erik Dickerson and Terry Bradshaw, heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano, writers Mary Shelley and Goethe, educator Maria Montessori and psychologist Dr. Phil , all of whom exemplify the kind of hard work and determination needed to succeed in their fields of endeavor. Also their reliance on structure to allow them to perform at the highest level.
During The Week of System Builders we can all benefit from the earthy energies inherent in this period to construct both physical and mental structures which give form to family, social and professional activities. This could also be a good time to institute a healthful diet in a determined effort to clean up our act, accompanied by a strict workout program. Linking mental determination and structure with abundant physical energy will be the determining factor in such a process. Holding to a strict daily schedule, regulating good sleep habits, instituting short rest periods, and being more constructively critical of one's performance could all help. |
| Gary Goldschneider |
