Born on 8 December, 1988 (Thursday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sagittarius

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Scorpio

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
36 years, 9 months, 5 days

Your next birthday is 85 days away.

Life Path Number
1

Numerology

Day of the Week
Thursday

343rd day of the year 1988.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Dragon (龙)
Roman Numerals
VIII-XII-MCMLXXXVIII

XXXVI years old

Timings
Sunrise: 07:51 Sunset: 15:54

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on December 8, 1988

Born on December 8, 1988 : You’re a practical trailblazer — quietly decisive, stubbornly effective.

  • Life Path 1 • Birth number 08: natural leader who builds and manages.
  • Sun conjunct Moon • Mercury conjunct Moon: identity, feeling and thought act together—your choices feel authentic.
  • Money patterns: Saturn, Uranus, Neptune in the 2nd from the Moon — steady tests, sudden shifts, and value questions.
  • Relating & creativity: Jupiter in the 7th and Mars in the 5th — partnerships and bold creative moves change your life.

You prefer substance over flash. You want work that lasts, relationships that grow, and a reputation you can stand behind. Practical decisions and a stubborn sense of fairness mark your moves. Underneath, intense feelings guide those decisions—so your outer competence often hides inner currents. That blend of practicality and feeling shapes everything below.

Personality : Resourceful

Your core is resourceful. With the Sun conjunct Moon your identity and emotions line up, so choices usually feel right. Mercury near the Moon means you think in feeling—you speak in a way that moves people. Life Path 1 and Birth number 08 push you to create order and lead. You step into messy situations and expect loyalty. You can be unforgiving when trust breaks; that edge fuels achievement but closes doors. That practical grit funnels into your talents next.

Talent and Abilities : Determined

You show determined drive. Mars in the 5th (from the Moon) gives you courage to take creative risks—projects, presentations, or bold launches suit you. Jupiter in the 7th grows your abilities through partnerships; allies amplify success. Venus and Pluto in the 12th point to private depth and powerful, behind-the-scenes skill—artistry, spiritual service, or research that few see. Unconsciously you want to prove independence and capability. When Mars or Jupiter cycle through these houses, your talents expand noticeably.

Blind Spots : Unforgiving

You can be unforgiving. You value competence so highly that mistakes feel intolerable, and you sometimes respond by cutting people off instead of repairing ties. The Saturn–Uranus–Neptune cluster in the 2nd (from the Moon) creates mixed signals about money—strict caution alternates with sudden, risky ideas. The Moon's South Node in the 10th pushes you to prove your worth publicly, which can let private relationships suffer. Recognizing that pattern is the first step toward change.

Karmic Lessons : Responsibility

Your life lessons center on responsible leadership. Life Path 1 moves you into roles that demand maturity; past patterns (South Node in the 10th) suggest public success that came at private cost. Rahu in the 4th asks you to rebuild domestic roots and emotional safety. Venus and Pluto in the 12th ask for transformation through private sacrifice or quiet service. Major cycles—Saturn returns, Pluto transits—will bring these themes back into focus and make change unavoidable.

Family and Environment : Complex Roots

Your family story is layered. A mother who contributed emotionally but also carried instability may need care; a father’s life may have shifted or relocated. Family property or assets could come with disputes or complexity, and Rahu in the 4th creates restlessness around home—moves, renovations, or living abroad are possible. How you handle family ties affects both stability and income, so this thread ties into health and daily rhythms.

Health and Habits : Mind‑Body Link

Stress shows in the body. Areas to watch include thyroid, ENT or skin sensitivity; emotional strain also hits digestion and sleep. Mars gives vitality but also a modest accident risk if you push too hard. Practical habits—consistent sleep, eye care, gentle daily movement and safety awareness—keep you steady. A short routine calms skill and focus for work and study.

Education and Student Life : Bright but Restless

You likely secured spots in good local programs and learned quickly, but family tension or boredom sometimes pulled focus. You learn best hands-on or through mentorship rather than abstract theory. This practical schooling shaped a taste for work that produces visible results—and led you toward career choices that match action with authority.

Work, Money and Career : Practical Leader

Life Path 1 + Birth 08 prime you for management, entrepreneurship, construction, government/political roles or running service businesses. Mars in the 5th adds creative projects and media potential. Money cycles are uneven: Saturn/Uranus/Neptune in the 2nd (from the Moon) bring slow builds, sudden swings, and occasional idealism about value; a one-time large gain is possible, but long-term security comes from contracts and partnerships. Watch Saturn and Jupiter transits for testing and opportunities.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense Partnerships

Your relationships are a growth engine. Jupiter in the 7th supports long-term partnerships, while Mars in the 5th brings passion and dramatic flair. Venus in the 12th points to secret, sacrificial, or deeply private forms of love—you might love in a way you don’t advertise. If you are male, your wife may be communicative, intellectual or active in media, teaching, or writing; she may press you to refine your inner life. If you are female, your husband may be connected to water, research, government, or a family-centered background and could stay attached to inherited patterns. You’re loyal but expect competence; partners often call you reliable but hard to please. Relationship cycles intensify during Jupiter or Venus transits—these are times when commitment deepens or is tested. Use those windows to practice softness: mercy expands your influence more than strict control.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Rigidity

Be blunt with yourself: rigidity and a habit of cutting people loose are your sharpest problems. You can let pride cost relationships and miss allies. Money swings, family legal knots, and a tendency to trade private life for public proof are common obstacles. If you don’t soften, you’ll lose collaborators more than competitors. That reality is harsh—but changeable.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies : Practical Moves

  • Set a written financial rule: keep an emergency fund of 6 months and avoid impulsive speculation.
  • Do a daily 5‑minute emotional check‑in (journal or voice note) to separate facts from feelings.
  • Channel Mars energy into measurable creative goals (finish a short project in 30 days).
  • Practice one weekly forgiveness act—small apologies or letting go—to loosen rigidity.
  • Track major transits (Saturn returns, Jupiter across the 7th, Pluto cycles) on a simple calendar so you can prepare for tests and opportunities.

Yearly Predictions

2025 will be a significant year of transitions and personal growth for you. You will find yourself at a crossroads, with opportunities to make changes that will shape the course of your life. The year will be marked by new beginnings and endings, as you let go of the past and embrace the future. The first half of the year will be a time of great change and upheaval. You may find yourself feeling restless and dissatisfied with your current situation, and you may be tempted to make impulsive decisions. However, it is important to take your time and carefully...

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

  • United States: December 8, 2006
  • India: December 8, 2006
  • Philippines: December 8, 2006
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2006
  • Canada: December 8, 2006
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: December 8, 2003
  • India: December 8, 2004
  • Philippines: December 8, 2004
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2005
  • Canada: December 8, 2004

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: December 8, 2004
  • India: December 8, 2006
  • Philippines: December 8, 2006
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2005
  • Canada: December 8, 2004

Full Driving License

  • United States: December 8, 2006
  • India: December 8, 2008
  • Philippines: December 8, 2006
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2009
  • Canada: December 8, 2006

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: December 8, 2004
  • India: December 8, 2006
  • Philippines: December 8, 2004
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2004
  • Canada: December 8, 2004
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: December 8, 2006
  • India: December 8, 2009
  • Philippines: December 8, 2006
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2006
  • Canada: December 8, 2006

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

  • United States: December 8, 2009
  • India: December 8, 2009
  • Philippines: December 8, 2006
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2006
  • Canada: December 8, 2007

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

  • India: December 8, 2006
  • Canada: December 8, 2007
  • United States: December 8, 2009
  • Philippines: December 8, 2009
  • United Kingdom: December 8, 2006

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

January 8, 2035

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

  • December 8, 2025 is on a Monday.
  • Your next birthday is 85 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for December 8, 1988

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on December 8, 2024 Secondary Progressions for December 8, 2024
Sun 16 Sagittarius 23 16 Sagittarius 39 23 Capricorn 3
Moon 4 Sagittarius 38 11 Pisces 53 5 Aries 47
Mercury 20 Sagittarius 13 11 Sagittarius 31 11 Aquarius 10
Venus 18 Scorpio 12 1 Aquarius 10 3 Capricorn 9
Mars 9 Aries 16 6 Leo 10 26 Aries 40
Jupiter 29 Taurus 7 16 Gemini 11 26 Taurus 15
Saturn 2 Capricorn 55 13 Pisces 5 7 Capricorn 8
Uranus 0 Capricorn 21 24 Taurus 24 2 Capricorn 30
Neptune 9 Capricorn 2 27 Pisces 7 10 Capricorn 22
Pluto 13 Scorpio 48 0 Aquarius 23 14 Scorpio 50
Rahu 9 Pisces 2 2 Aries 45 7 Pisces 8
Ketu 9 Virgo 2 2 Libra 45 7 Virgo 8

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