Born on 14 May, 1978 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)

Taurus

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)

Cancer

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)

47 years, 3 months, 29 days

Your next birthday is 243 days away.

Life Path Number

Numerology

Day of the Week

Sunday

134th day of the year 1978.

Chinese Zodiac Sign

Horse (马)

Roman Numerals

XIV-V-MCMLXXVIII

XLVII years old

Timings

Sunrise: 04:08 Sunset: 19:45

London UTC

Personality Traits for people born on May 14, 1978

Born on May 14, 1978 : You are a strategic force with a restless heart

Life path 8: you carry ambition, leadership and a practical hunger for results.
Birth number 5: you crave variety and freedom — routine bores you fast.
Emotional intensity: Mars conjunct the Moon makes feelings quick, protective and sometimes explosive.
Career-first edge: Sun and Mercury in the 10th house from the Moon push you into visible roles where communication matters.

You arrive in midlife with both authority and itch. Picture a skilled project manager who also wants to hop into the startup next door: you build systems, but you don’t want to be boxed in. That tension — steady power versus hungry restlessness — shapes choices, relationships and the moments you leap. Watch how the next transit of Saturn, Mars or Jupiter turns that tension into either profit or a lesson.

Personality : Intuitive strategist

You read rooms and charts the same way: quietly, fast, and with a plan. Your intuition is practical — it signals opportunities and threats, and your mind converts feelings into tactics. You’re protective (sometimes jealous), decisive, and magnetic to others. In a meeting you’ll notice the weak link before anyone else does; in a relationship you’ll feel the small shifts before they surface. That sensitivity can feel like a superpower during Mars or Pluto transits — and like a trap when jealousy kicks in. Keep that edge, and learn when to pause before you act.

Talent and Abilities : Strategic communicator

Your gifts cluster around strategy and persuasive speech. With Sun and Mercury in the 10th house from the Moon, public life and reputation are tools you use well. Pluto and Rahu in the 3rd house sharpen your words into influence; you can transform conversations into outcomes. Jupiter in the 12th gives you an instinct for hidden currents — research, behind-the-scenes deals or spiritual insight. You may unconsciously use charm to steer outcomes; the trick is to direct that talent into leadership instead of manipulation. Transits of Mercury and Pluto will spotlight opportunities to use those gifts openly.

Blind Spots : Possessive control

On the surface you look calm, strategic and competent — but others sometimes feel controlled. Your protective instinct can slip into possessiveness or manipulation when you fear loss. You tend to replay perceived slights and hold grudges; that persistence makes you formidable in competition but isolating in intimacy. Mars conjunct Moon fuels quick anger and emotional reactions; when Mars transits strike, watch the volume of your responses. The harder you push to secure outcomes, the more you risk pushing people away — which becomes the next puzzle to solve.

Karmic Lessons : Authority with restraint

Life asks you to balance power and service. With a Life Path number 8 and Saturn influencing values, your lessons revolve around money, responsibility, and reputation. The Moon’s South Node in the 9th house hints that you carry old beliefs about status or teaching that must be softened — you’re invited to replace rigid certainty with practical wisdom. Expect cycles — especially Saturn and Jupiter phases — that test how you use authority. Use those tests to turn ambition into lasting structures rather than temporary wins, and you’ll change how your legacy reads.

Family and Environment : Supportive but shifting home

Your childhood has strong maternal support and a sense that family lifts you. Still, home can be unpredictable: Uranus in the 4th house points to moves, surprises or unconventional family setups. Fathers are likely disciplined or public-facing; relatives may work in construction, law enforcement or structured trades. There may be health worries around a mother figure; be practical and compassionate. When home reforms — through relocation or career shifts — your personal growth is often the reason; your leaving sometimes makes the family thrive in its own way.

Health and Habits : Rhythm matters

Your body responds to routine. You don’t do well with long fasts or erratic eating — low blood sugar can trigger mood swings and loud anger. ENT and nerve-related issues show up as sensitivities; hair or sleep quirks are possible. Practical fixes — regular meals, a sleep schedule, and moderated stimulation — help your nervous system. During stressful transits, prioritize rest and a reliable routine: small daily rituals will protect both mood and performance.

Education and Student Life : Brilliant but restless student

Academically you show flashes of ambition and real skill, especially in languages, calculation and research. Recognition may come in sudden bursts rather than steady climb — you get noticed in spurts. Still, focus can be a challenge: you do best when a study plan channels your curiosity into a clear goal. If you travel, learn, or spend time in retreat (Jupiter in the 12th), you’ll pick up deep, sometimes unusual knowledge that returns later as advantage.

Work, Money and Career : Strategic builder

Work is your stage. Careers in business, construction, management, law, investigation, communications or tech suit you. You’re good at starting ventures that scale and at managing teams with firmness. Saturn in the 2nd house means money lessons: discipline pays, but delays or legal hassles can appear — handle contracts carefully. Venus in the 11th favors income through networks and group projects. When Saturn or Jupiter cycle through career points, expect big shifts or opportunities; those are the moments to act decisively.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense, magnetic relationships

Your love life feels like a continuing project: you love hard, protect harder, and expect loyalty. Venus in the 11th suggests friendships turning romantic; you often meet partners through social circles or shared causes. Neptune in the 5th leans toward idealism — you fall for the idea of a person as much as the person. Mars conjunct Moon makes relationships emotionally immediate and physical. If you're male, your wife may come from a grounded, practical background (money, healthcare, craftsmanship) and you may find her steadiness both soothing and limiting. If you're female, your husband might come from fields tied to water, research, or travel and may be emotionally attached to his mother or root place. Early marriage separations for work or travel are possible; childbearing may require care and patience. Partners often see you as magnetic, reliable and controlling in equal parts — learning to soften control into collaboration is the path to deeper intimacy.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Control, reactivity, legal tangles

Be blunt: jealousy, manipulation and a quick temper will cost you chances and close relationships. Financial or property disputes can crop up if you act too fast or try to corner every advantage. You may face at least one big crisis that teaches restraint; when it hits, survive it by asking for help. Brutal but useful: let go of small victories that create long-term losses. That discipline becomes your next project.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

Set a daily rhythm: regular meals, sleep and 20 minutes of grounding practice to tame Mars-driven reactivity.
Channel manipulative skill into negotiation training — learn to influence ethically (books, a coach, or workshop).
Financial checklist: document contracts, consult a lawyer before property deals, and plan for long-term investment aligned with Saturn lessons.
Relationship practice: weekly honest check-ins, and therapy or couples coaching to convert control into collaboration.
Use transits: during Mars or Pluto transits, avoid big decisions; during Jupiter or Venus cycles, expand networks and take visible steps.

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May 14, 1978 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1978 belongs to the Generation X group.

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

United States: May 14, 1996
India: May 14, 1996
Philippines: May 14, 1996
United Kingdom: May 14, 1996
Canada: May 14, 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: May 14, 1993
India: May 14, 1994
Philippines: May 14, 1994
United Kingdom: May 14, 1995
Canada: May 14, 1994

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

United States: May 14, 1994
India: May 14, 1996
Philippines: May 14, 1996
United Kingdom: May 14, 1995
Canada: May 14, 1994

Full Driving License

United States: May 14, 1996
India: May 14, 1998
Philippines: May 14, 1996
United Kingdom: May 14, 1999
Canada: May 14, 1996

When do I reach age of consent?

United States: May 14, 1994
India: May 14, 1996
Philippines: May 14, 1994
United Kingdom: May 14, 1994
Canada: May 14, 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: May 14, 1996
India: May 14, 1999
Philippines: May 14, 1996
United Kingdom: May 14, 1996
Canada: May 14, 1996

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

United States: May 14, 1999
India: May 14, 1999
Philippines: May 14, 1996
United Kingdom: May 14, 1996
Canada: May 14, 1997

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

India: May 14, 1996
Canada: May 14, 1997
United States: May 14, 1999
Philippines: May 14, 1999
United Kingdom: May 14, 1996

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 14, 2024

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Your next birthday

May 14, 2026 is on a Thursday.
Your next birthday is 243 days away.

Ephemeris for May 14, 1978

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.

Planet	Position (Tropical, Western)	Transits on May 14, 2025	Secondary Progressions for May 14, 2025
Sun	23 Taurus 7	23 Taurus 43	8 Cancer 7
Moon	11 Leo 25	11 Sagittarius 1	10 Taurus 58
Mercury	27 Aries 26	6 Taurus 34	25 Cancer 20
Venus	20 Gemini 35	9 Aries 15	16 Leo 23
Mars	14 Leo 5	11 Leo 56	9 Virgo 4
Jupiter	5 Cancer 26	24 Gemini 7	15 Cancer 28
Saturn	24 Leo 21	29 Pisces 1	27 Leo 31
Uranus	14 Scorpio 4	27 Taurus 6	12 Scorpio 34
Neptune	17 Sagittarius 35	1 Aries 28	16 Sagittarius 21
Pluto	14 Libra 20	3 Aquarius 47	13 Libra 55
Rahu	3 Libra 29	24 Pisces 26	1 Libra 0
Ketu	3 Aries 29	24 Virgo 26	1 Aries 0

Jyotish - Equal House, North Indian Style

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

Saturn sextile Sun
Exact: 22 March, 2025
Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 01 May, 2025
Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 11 May, 2025
Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 30 June, 2025
Mars opposition Mercury
Exact: 18 September, 2025

Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.