What Does Your Name Say About Your Future

Did you know that your name can reveal aspects about yourself, your talents, strengths and weaknesses and might even give you clues as to your future? Many believe that our names – even our last names – are revealing. Bernie Madoff actually “made off” with everyone’s money. Donald Trump “trumped” the elections. The author of the book “The Boy Who Came Back From Heaven” later admitted it was all fake, total malarkey. His name? Alex Malarkey. How can you determine what your name reveals about you? It’s all in the vowels. The first vowel in your name corresponds to a number and this number gives you insights into your personality and can even give you a heads up about opportunities coming down the road for you.

First Vowel "A"

A’s vibrate to the number 1. Examples include Mary, Alex, Sandra and Gary. A’s are natural born leaders. They like to be number 1. They are ambitious, hardworking and very self-critical. They need to be in charge, and they make excellent entrepreneurs, bosses and managers.

A’s are trustworthy, hardworking and success oriented. They thrive when left alone to work on their ideas. A’s do better without a set schedule.

If you want to know more about A energy, think about the name of our country. America is an A energy. We value independence, we love freedom and we are the leader of the free world.

If your first vowel is an A, you are going into a year where you can set clear goals and achieve them. You are in a time of action, intention and effective work. Ask for a raise, seek a promotion, look for a new job if you’re unhappy at your current one. It’s also a good time to start a new exercise routine. A’s release excess stress through working out. The more you can focus on a set direction for your future, the more likely you are to receive it now. Give yourself permission to dream big this year. Ask for what you want. Take action to go after it, and you just might get it.

First Vowel "E"

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If your first vowel is E (such as Dean, Jennifer and Sean), you love to escape, travel and have new adventures. E’s crave freedom and independence. They don’t like being told what to do and will resist conforming. You thrive in work and relationships when you’re given freedom and the ability to share your unique ideas. You love change, travel and shaking things up.

E’s love beauty and magic and creativity. You enjoy people and learning their life stories. You’re a natural detective and will insist on getting to the heart of any mystery. Friends and co-workers know to go to you for all the gossip because you will be sure to know. Because E’s are so bright and positive, they tend to attract negative people to them. E’s need to make sure they only allow positive people into their inner circle.

In order to excel this year, consider planning a fun getaway. If work is stagnant, this would be a great time to work on a side project, ask permission to work from home one day a week, or see work that allows your talents to flourish. E’s work well as travel agents, entertainers, detectives, police officers and counselors. In love, create opportunities to shake things up. If you’re in a relationship, take your partner on a romantic getaway or plan a spontaneous surprise in the middle of the week. If single, get out there and network. This could be your year to meet love in a big, happy way!

First Vowel "I"

I energy loves to help people. You are the humanitarians of the group. Examples of I energy include Bill, Mike, Rita, and Cindy. I’s often have issues from their childhood that they’re still healing from. You might feel a sense of responsibility for one parent in particular.

I’s are natural leaders who earn, rather than demand, respect. You work well with others because you’re fair, even tempered and sociable. You enjoy helping others and will do best in service-oriented or healing professions.

You’re heading into a time where you might find yourself asking the big questions. “Why am I here?” and “What’s my purpose?” I’s often make time to consider these deep issues. In the coming year, give yourself permission to seriously evaluate your life. Are you in the career you want to be in? Is your love life all it’s cracked up to be? Are you making a difference in your world? If the answer is no to any of these questions, this is the time to evaluate and change course in certain areas. The more honest you can be with yourself at this time, the more clearly you can steer your life in the right direction. It’s an exciting time for you when you’re going to see yourself finally making time for you and creating opportunities for your happiness.

First Vowel "O"

O’s are the parents of everyone else. You love to take care of others and are very family oriented. If you don’t have children, then you probably have pets that are like children to you. O’s work better on their own or as the boss. They don’t like being told what to do. Examples of O’s include John, Rose, Tonya and Bob.

In life, people rely on you to get stuff because they know you can do it. Because you’re a natural doer and caretaker, you have a hard time asking for help when needed. Co-workers will often be heard saying, “Ask O. She can handle that.” Because O’s love to take care of others, you need to remember to take care of yourself or you can feel burnt out and tired.

You’re heading into a time when a dream that you’ve held dear will present itself to you again. The more time you take now to nurture this dream, the more quickly and effortlessly it can come to fruition. This is also a great period to spend focusing on yourself – something you’re probably not used to. Call in to work and take a mental health day. Get yourself a special present. Schedule a massage or get a manicure. The more you can focus on your happiness this year, the more the Universe will stop and notice you. As you claim your right to happiness, the Universe will respond and usher in opportunities for success and joy.

First Vowel "U"

If your first vowel is U, you’re a natural comedian and a great friend. Examples of U’s are Judy, Lucy, Justin and Kurt. U’s have a wonderful sense of humor and love to make people feel happy. You are very creative, fun and empathic. You’re a great story teller and thrive in environments where your performing and creative talents are allowed to shine. You are very spontaneous and think quickly on your feet.

U’s can have extreme energy: when you’re happy, you feel amazing, but when you’re sad, you can get very down. U’s give great advice and make wonderful counselors. You’re heading into a time where you’re going to be given opportunities to share your story. The more you own your story, the more empowered you will feel to create your own joy. As Brene Brown reminds us, “When we deny our story, it defines us. When we own our story, we can write a brave new ending.” This is a year to focus on your creativity, your passions and creating the life you want to live.

And Sometimes "Y"

In numerology, when a Y is between two consonants, it’s considered a vowel. Examples of Y’s include Gwyneth, Lynn, Tyrone, and Myra. You are the seekers of the world. You like to work alone and need lots of solitude to recharge your batteries. You have strong opinions about issues and won’t easily change your mind. You cherish your privacy and don’t like to reveal too much. You’re very intelligent and can easily hold your own in arguments. You’re also very intuitive and spiritual. If Y’s don’t have faith in a higher power, they will feel lost and disconnected.

You’re heading into a time where you will fill a need to getaway from it all. Any time spent in nature now will be healing and replenishing for you. A camping trip, a hike in the woods, a stroll on the beach or even a walk around the neighborhood is important to you. This year, you might find yourself seeking answers to big questions like “Why are we here?” and “What is this all about?” It’s a great time to start studying something new, especially esoteric information. Consider learning to meditate, taking a yoga class or joining an intuitive development group. This is a year for you to start honoring your desire for solitude and accept your beautiful, spiritual gifts.

Our names reveal many aspects about our personality. As we head into a new year, A’s need to consider creating specific goals they can attack with gusto. This is a year of new beginnings for them. E’s should focus on travel, adventure and making time for spontaneous fun. This will be a year of happy change for them. I’s are heading into a year where they will be asked to look within and seek inner change to create meaningful happiness. This is a year of recognition and reward for them as long as they first remember to recognize themselves for all the good they do. O’s are heading into a year where they need to focus on nurturing and taking care of themselves. This will be a year of happy revelations and keen insights if they can first learn to practice self-care. U’s are heading into a time a creativity. This is your “Get on the stage or get on the page” year. It’s a great time for you to share your work, promote yourself and make sure your ideas are heard. Y’s are heading into a time of seeking and self-reflection. The more time you spend now studying spirituality, intuition and the esoteric, the deeper your joy will be.

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