WHAT THE DIAMOND CHART REVEALS
The Diamond Spirit Guide is one of the oldest number-based methods of divination and perhaps the most powerful tool numerology has to offer. It reveals the chain of cause and effect that connects your physical and non-physical planes. It tells us how your experiences, choices, and priorities in the physical world affect your internal/spiritual growth, and how, in return, this affects the quality of your life on the physical plane.
An incomplete, rudimentary version of the Diamond was brought back from obscurity by the late Kevin Quinn Avery and later completed and re-birthed by Hans Decoz.
Each Diamond pattern consists of four numbers. The first is called the Challenge. Your Challenge is a lesson or test that, once learned, will benefit you for the rest of your life.
The second number is the Root or Cause and explains the underlying reason that lesson has emerged. The third number, the Recommended Action (also called Action Key), gives advice on the best approach for a successful outcome. The final number - aptly named the Outcome - reveals what the likely result of your efforts will be, and how it might affect your future.
Except for ages 0 through 7 and 75 through 81 we experience two Diamonds per year from birthday to birthday. These two Diamonds overlap and are equally important; they fit together as if working on one helps us understand the other.
Although most Diamonds are in place only for one year, it's not uncommon for one or both Diamonds to repeat the following year. Often one number - usually the Challenge number - lasts for more than one year, while the other three numbers change. Finally, a number that is the Cause one year becomes the Action Key for the next. The Diamond's structure is complex but also logical and beautiful.
A word of advice: getting the most out of your Diamond requires some measure of self-reflection, not unlike the I Ching. I recommend that you read it more than once, then let it simmer. You may be surprised at the amount of insight you gain.
Your report covers two years/ages from birthday to birthday. To avoid distraction, you may want to postpone reading the Diamonds for the second year until a couple of months before your next birthday, or if you do read them, go back to the two for your current age and focus on those.
9 | 13/4 | 14/5 | 7 | 11/2 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 1 | |
14/5 | 8 | 7 | 14/5 | 14/5 | 7 | 6 | 1 | J | |
6 | 1 | 11/2 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | A | 0 | |
14/5 | 8 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6 | 5 | N | 4 | 4 | |
6 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 1 | E | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
9 | 6 | 13/4 | 4 | S | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
3 | 11/2 | 9 | M | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
1 | 2 | I | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
8 | T | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
H | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
THE FIRST DIAMOND
The first number in your Diamond is of a decidedly spiritual/inner nature. It's offered to you in the form of a challenge; something that needs to be learned or acquired to help you grow and mature. It reveals the true purpose of your struggle on the physical plane from a broad vantage point.
Your First Diamond Challenge for age 41 is 2
The lesson of this challenge concerns a perception you have of yourself. You either lack self-confidence and often feel inhibited or the opposite is true and you have an exaggerated sense of self-worth. Regardless of the expression, a 2 in this position points to an imbalance. If this feels true for you, your ability to relate to other people should shift once you have overcome this challenge.
As a thinking person, you are well acquainted with the rumblings of your mind. However, you may not always be aware that you are not your mind, but the entity "listening" to your mind. While this is probably not a new realization, recognizing it consistently provides clarity. It allows you to be skeptical of your ideas and thoughts, and receptive to possibilities that may be of more value.
This subtle yet powerful realization can make a difference in the way you view people who may not share your views. It helps you separate the individual from their (evolving) ideas or convictions, making you less likely to judge them from a superficial perspective.
YOUR FIRST DIAMOND CAUSE
The second number in your Diamond reflects the underlying cause of the challenge you face this year. It is the catalyst that sets things in motion, the root of the issues confronting you during this period.
The Cause for your First Diamond is 5
A recent issue in your life had to do with a fear of freedom, not unlike a person who recently came home from a long stint in the military.
A divorce or losing a job can produce a similar effect. It be frightening, and we often view it as a void or an abyss, rather than an opportunity for freedom and new beginnings. Many of us fear the prospect of time not filled with plans, goals or expectations.
A 5 in this position suggests you may have been feeling lost and/or in search of a purpose.
THE RECOMMENDED ACTION FOR YOUR FIRST DIAMOND
The third number in the Diamond pattern suggests a possible course of action to resolve successfully the issues facing you during this period.
The Recommended Action for this Diamond is 9
Jane, a 9 in this position asks you to devote extra time and attention to your heart, rather than your mind. During this period, you will attain the best results by being less practical and more idealistic. While this may seem a contradiction, it makes sense when viewed from a broader perspective.
Sometimes we set goals for ourselves hoping they will bring comfort and security, but our objectives are often limited by expectations or restrictions we have set for ourselves. This can obscure or curtail potential outcomes. There are times we aren't even aware that the destiny we desire isn't truly what we want, and once we reach our goal, we realize it doesn't measure up to our expectation.
Allow your mind to wander and stay open to alternatives. Additionally, focusing more on higher ideals and less on yourself can expand your world and your possibilities.
Key ingredients for this period are idealism, selflessness, and humility.
THE EXPECTED OUTCOME OF YOUR FIRST DIAMOND
The fourth number reveals potential changes in your personality and your environment as a result of your experience with the Diamond in place this year. Naturally, our effort and sincere desire to meet these challenges increases the possibility of a positive outcome
What it means to have an expected Outcome of 11/2
Jane, an 11 in this position suggests your social skills have improved and you relate to others more easily. Additionally, your sensitivity, perception, and intuition are likely more finely tuned. The 2 inspires cooperation, so you may find you work more smoothly with others - and consequently, others more willingly support your efforts.
With greater sensitivity, you may find it easier to read the body language and facial expressions of others, improving your ability to assess their needs. The 2 also brings flexibility mentally and physically (so even your reflexes may have improved).
9 | 13/4 | 14/5 | 7 | 11/2 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 1 | |
14/5 | 8 | 7 | 14/5 | 14/5 | 7 | 6 | 1 | J | |
6 | 1 | 11/2 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | A | 0 | |
14/5 | 8 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6 | 5 | N | 4 | 4 | |
6 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 1 | E | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
9 | 6 | 13/4 | 4 | S | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
3 | 11/2 | 9 | M | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
1 | 2 | I | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
8 | T | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
H | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
THE SECOND DIAMOND
The first number in your second Diamond is again of a decidedly spiritual/inner nature, offered to you in the form of a challenge; something that needs to be learned or acquired to help you grow and mature.
Your Second Diamond Challenge for age 41 is 1
This common challenge is likely to repeat more than once during your life. It concerns confidence and self-empowerment. (The most commonly found challenges are 0, 1, and 2 - and almost always occur more than once in a lifetime. The lesson inherent in the 0 strengthens humanity as a whole; the 1 strengthens the individual; the 2 focuses on relationships).
This is a favorable time to learn more about your inner identity - the part you call "me" or "I'. It helps you maintain your identity without feeling distant or apart from those around you. You have an opportunity to become more secure in your self-worth, and the acceptance of your true self, which in turn can lay the foundation for contentment. (We experience our reality as separate from other people which, in part, is what makes us individuals. Sometimes, however, events or circumstances amplify the distance we feel, creating a sense of separation and loneliness. Although it is not possible to merge fully with another person, we can experience a shared reality and unbreakable bond, without losing ourselves in the process.)
YOUR SECOND DIAMOND CAUSE
The second number in your Second Diamond reflects the underlying cause of a distinct challenge you will face this year. It is the catalyst that sets things in motion, the cause of the issues confronting you during this period.
The Cause for your Second Diamond is 13/4
This cause suggests you recently moved through a period where you felt a lack of stability and predictability. You may have experienced unexpected or chaotic circumstances, apparently for no reason. This can lead you to feel you should be more in control of our life - you are, after all, the captain of your ship. However, it likely felt as though the ship's wheel wasn’t connected to the rudder - and no matter which way you steered; life would pull you in a different direction. While we all experience this to some extent, you have recently faced it more than usual.
A 4 based on 13 implies this ungrounded feeling may be due, in part, to a lack of effort or direction (or both) on your part.
The 13 is a Karmic number that points to a past time when you may not have lived up to expectations or contributed your fair share. You are now on a path to set things right; the reward will be more than worth the effort.
THE RECOMMENDED ACTION FOR YOUR SECOND DIAMOND
The third number in the Second Diamond pattern suggests a possible course of action to resolve the issues facing you during this period.
The Recommended Action for this Diamond is 14/5
Think of this period as flying a kite, Jane. You need to keep your feet on the ground, but your focus and ambition should be roaming, swirling and diving without restraint. Your mind should be as free as that kite but held firmly by a string controlled by (only) you.
We often allow people or situations, as well as ourselves, to limit our potential. Sometimes we work hard because we feel pressured by money concerns or living up to other people’s expectations. Other times, we are drawn by a dream or a personal goal. Although no less effort is required, there is a big difference in the way each impetus feels; the first feels frustrating and demanding, the second brings hope and excitement,
This diamond suggests it's time to let go of old concepts and ideas, in order to be elevated by your own dreams. Nurture your untapped potential by allowing new ideas to emerge, let go of past habits and worrying what others may think.
Although it may not sound very practical, it may help to just watch the clouds go by, get out more, let go of old patterns. There is no better way to get in touch with yourself and your dreams. Allowing your mind to wander and making room for the new are important aspects for recognizing and formulating your dreams.
Qualities that will help you navigate this Diamond and take advantage of approaching opportunities are flexibility, adaptability, having faith in yourself, and letting go of old habits and restrictions.
THE EXPECTED OUTCOME OF YOUR SECOND DIAMOND
The fourth number reveals potential changes in your personality and your environment as a result of your experience with the Second Diamond in place this year. Naturally, our effort and sincere desire to meet these challenges increases the possibility of a positive outcome.
What it means to have an expected Outcome of 9
Jane, today you most likely find yourself in very different circumstances than you experienced one or two years ago. It's possible you are more involved in activities with a wide range of influence, perhaps involving politics, legal affairs, environmental issues, metaphysical studies, or an alternative health and lifestyle program.
A 9 in this position suggests the idealist in you has become more prominent, and you have developed a more practical approach to your endeavors. A broader worldview, humanitarian efforts, and sacrifice without a desire for personal reward are some of the traits the 9 inspires. Whatever cause or causes you take on, you intend to make a difference. The 9 is also creative, artistic, diplomatic, and philosophic, which gives you a wide variety of interests to choose from. The one unifying aspect is almost always the desire to help others.
In addition, it's not uncommon for a person exiting this Diamond to receive a windfall in the form of unexpected money or other stroke of luck.
9 | 13/4 | 14/5 | 7 | 11/2 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 1 | |
14/5 | 8 | 7 | 14/5 | 14/5 | 7 | 6 | 1 | J | |
6 | 1 | 11/2 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | A | 0 | |
14/5 | 8 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6 | 5 | N | 4 | 4 | |
6 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 1 | E | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
9 | 6 | 13/4 | 4 | S | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
3 | 11/2 | 9 | M | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
1 | 2 | I | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
8 | T | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
H | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
THE FIRST DIAMOND
The first number in your Diamond is of a decidedly spiritual/inner nature. It's offered to you in the form of a challenge; something that needs to be learned or acquired to help you grow and mature. It reveals the true purpose of your struggle on the physical plane from a broad vantage point.
Your First Diamond Challenge for age 42 is 1
This common challenge is likely to repeat more than once during your life. It concerns confidence and self-empowerment. (The most commonly found challenges are 0, 1, and 2 - and almost always occur more than once in a lifetime. The lesson inherent in the 0 strengthens humanity as a whole; the 1 strengthens the individual; the 2 focuses on relationships).
This is a favorable time to learn more about your inner identity - the part you call "me" or "I'. It helps you maintain your identity without feeling distant or apart from those around you. You have an opportunity to become more secure in your self-worth, and the acceptance of your true self, which in turn can lay the foundation for contentment. (We experience our reality as separate from other people which, in part, is what makes us individuals. Sometimes, however, events or circumstances amplify the distance we feel, creating a sense of separation and loneliness. Although it is not possible to merge fully with another person, we can experience a shared reality and unbreakable bond, without losing ourselves in the process.)
YOUR FIRST DIAMOND CAUSE
The second number in your Diamond reflects the underlying cause of the challenge you face this year. It is the catalyst that sets things in motion, the root of the issues confronting you during this period.
The Cause for your First Diamond is 6
Jane, when the 6 appears as the second number in your Diamond pattern, it points to an issue with family, friends, or a romantic partner. (More often than not romance plays a role.)
There may have been a disconnect recently between what you felt and what you thought you should be feeling. or were expected to feel. The issue was probably not that love was absent, or not reciprocated, but a lack of clarity.
It is also not uncommon to find the issue of sexuality at the root of this Diamond, related to confusion over blurred lines between the emotional versus the physical expression of love.
THE RECOMMENDED ACTION FOR YOUR FIRST DIAMOND
The third number in the Diamond pattern suggests a possible course of action to resolve successfully the issues facing you during this period.
The Recommended Action for this Diamond is 9
Jane, a 9 in this position asks you to devote extra time and attention to your heart, rather than your mind. During this period, you will attain the best results by being less practical and more idealistic. While this may seem a contradiction, it makes sense when viewed from a broader perspective.
Sometimes we set goals for ourselves hoping they will bring comfort and security, but our objectives are often limited by expectations or restrictions we have set for ourselves. This can obscure or curtail potential outcomes. There are times we aren't even aware that the destiny we desire isn't truly what we want, and once we reach our goal, we realize it doesn't measure up to our expectation.
Allow your mind to wander and stay open to alternatives. Additionally, focusing more on higher ideals and less on yourself can expand your world and your possibilities.
Key ingredients for this period are idealism, selflessness, and humility.
THE EXPECTED OUTCOME OF YOUR FIRST DIAMOND
The fourth number reveals potential changes in your personality and your environment as a result of your experience with the Diamond in place this year. Naturally, our effort and sincere desire to meet these challenges increases the possibility of a positive outcome
What it means to have an expected Outcome of 9
Jane, today you most likely find yourself in very different circumstances than you experienced one or two years ago. It's possible you are more involved in activities with a wide range of influence, perhaps involving politics, legal affairs, environmental issues, metaphysical studies, or an alternative health and lifestyle program.
A 9 in this position suggests the idealist in you has become more prominent, and you have developed a more practical approach to your endeavors. A broader worldview, humanitarian efforts, and sacrifice without a desire for personal reward are some of the traits the 9 inspires. Whatever cause or causes you take on, you intend to make a difference. The 9 is also creative, artistic, diplomatic, and philosophic, which gives you a wide variety of interests to choose from. The one unifying aspect is almost always the desire to help others.
In addition, it's not uncommon for a person exiting this Diamond to receive a windfall in the form of unexpected money or other stroke of luck.
9 | 13/4 | 14/5 | 7 | 11/2 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 1 | |
14/5 | 8 | 7 | 14/5 | 14/5 | 7 | 6 | 1 | J | |
6 | 1 | 11/2 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | A | 0 | |
14/5 | 8 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 6 | 5 | N | 4 | 4 | |
6 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 1 | E | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
9 | 6 | 13/4 | 4 | S | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
3 | 11/2 | 9 | M | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
1 | 2 | I | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
8 | T | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
H | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
THE SECOND DIAMOND
The first number in your second Diamond is again of a decidedly spiritual/inner nature, offered to you in the form of a challenge; something that needs to be learned or acquired to help you grow and mature.
Your Second Diamond Challenge for age 42 is 3
The goal of this challenge is to enhance your self-expression through confidence and courage in all areas of your life, not just the creative or artistic avenues. It starts by understanding the magnitude of your potential, not the least of which is your imagination.
Your inner world should be a dynamic place, where realizations, feelings, hopes, dreams, discoveries, ideas, expectations, and yes, sometimes failures and disappointments, come and go, changing and enhancing you in the process. No supercomputer can hold a candle to the speed and reach of your mind, much less the power of your imagination. However, like a computer, it needs an operator to guide it to its full potential. That operator is you, and the more confident and comfortable you are at accessing and using your creativity, imagination, and analytical powers, the more successful you will be in life.
It takes courage to go against the grain, to make up your mind and follow your instincts - it's much easier to conform. But in order to be true to your unique potential you must, by definition, find YOUR voice. This challenge inspires you to expand your vision, find that voice, and express your individuality.
YOUR SECOND DIAMOND CAUSE
The second number in your Second Diamond reflects the underlying cause of a distinct challenge you will face this year. It is the catalyst that sets things in motion, the cause of the issues confronting you during this period.
The Cause for your Second Diamond is 1
At the root of your challenge lies a problem that seems only marginally related - the issue of control. Consciously or unconsciously, it is likely you have been in a position of power and dominance for some time, affecting the lives of others.
There are many ways this could have transpired. Others may depend on you financially or emotionally, or you may depend on them; either situation ultimately creates the same imbalance. It may have come about unintentionally as changing circumstances created a pattern of dependence and control. Regardless, you likely have influence over the happiness and well being of others in a way that is less than ideal, creating an imbalance that needs to be resolved.
This situation has the potential to limit your freedom, your creativity, and your ability to make choices that could further your career and happiness.
THE RECOMMENDED ACTION FOR YOUR SECOND DIAMOND
The third number in the Second Diamond pattern suggests a possible course of action to resolve the issues facing you during this period.
The Recommended Action for this Diamond is 4
This is a period when effort, restraint, responsibility, and discipline are needed: put your nose to the grindstone, fulfill your obligations, don't procrastinate, and keep your eye on the goal. It's a time to be grounded and practical in all your endeavors. While this sounds like all work and no play, the upside is there should be no shortage of satisfaction and appreciation. With effort, you create more opportunities to reach your goal, and increase the likelihood of looking back on this period of your life with gratitude.
Not only does this effort result in tangible reward, you will grow as a stronger and more self-confident individual. Think of it as boot camp: difficult at times, but worth the effort.
The qualities required to successfully navigate this Diamond and upcoming opportunities are efficiency, focus, time management, and an eye for detail.
THE EXPECTED OUTCOME OF YOUR SECOND DIAMOND
The fourth number reveals potential changes in your personality and your environment as a result of your experience with the Second Diamond in place this year. Naturally, our effort and sincere desire to meet these challenges increases the possibility of a positive outcome.
What it means to have an expected Outcome of 5
Jane, a 5 in this position suggests you feel a renewed sense of freedom and creative potential as you exit this Diamond. The dynamic 5 brings the feeling we can do anything we set our mind to. You likely feel more open and adventurous, and less restricted or frustrated than you did prior to this Diamond. Nurture the positive traits you are incorporating, such as adaptability, courage, versatility, and being open to new opportunities.