What is numerology and the meaning of numbers 1-9.

What is Numerology

“Numerology is the ancient study of the mystical or symbolic meaning of numbers. Every number has a positive and challenging quality.

I use two methods for calculating numbers for words. There is a traditional method (Pythagorean) that uses our current alphabetic numbering system. And a more ancient method (Chaldean) which does not use the number 9 (consider sacred).

Number qualities will vary for each person, based on life experiences, character, goals, etc. Number challenges may not be experienced by everyone, they are possibilities within the number.”

– Numerologist Mary Popiolek

Number Characteristics and Random Words

Note: Colors/styles and random words have the numerology of number indicated;  how you decorate is your personal choice. Words under more than one number are from both traditional/Pythagorean and ancient Chaldean numerology. Number qualities will vary for each person, based on life experiences, character, goals, etc. Number challenges may not be experienced by everyone, they are possibilities within the number.

NUMBER 1
#1 Overview
new beginnings, independence, individuality, self-development, activity, ambition, adventure, creativity, artistic, dedicated, inventive, in control, originality, learns from experience, strong emotions

#1 Challenges
self-centeredness, arrogance, lazy, hoarding

#1 Colors and Styles
apricot, aquamarine, beige, chartreuse, chocolate, copper, eggplant, grey, lilac, turquoise; beach, blended, bright, colors, contemporary, cool tones, industrial, neutral, ornate, pastel, primary, sexy, stone, Spring, unfinished, warm

#1 Random Words
Saturday, Wednesday, December, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Idaho, Michigan, North Dakota, Rhode Island, bladder, body, bones, lungs, muscle, throat, tongue, frog, chocolate, air, asteroid, volcano, idea, forgive, future, growth, beach, bake, draw, designer, scientist, sculptor, teach, adventure, idea, legal, loner, charming, dedicated, intelligent, private

NUMBER 2
#2 Overview
peaceful, harmonious, balanced, kind, supportive, communicative, cooperation, partnership, connected, loyal, nurturing, diplomatic, creative, practical, increased sensitivity and intuition, gentle, giving, cautious, tradition  

#2 Challenges
co-dependency, vacillating, jealous, lonely

#2 Colors and Styles
black, burnt sienna, cinnamon, ecru, gold, jade, mint, red violet, salmon, sapphire, teal, violet, white, yellow; balance, comfortable, crisp, flea market, light, forest, minimalist, paper, picture, ocean, restful, simple, south, stones, warm tones

#2 Random Words
April, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, south, middle, foot, muscles, nerves, rib, speech, bitter, taste, horse, cake, candy, fruit, seafood, comet, fire, forest, lake, ocean, solar, medical, music, judge, painter, fire, boat, baseball, football, skate, Spring, beauty, caution, change, cure, laughter, poet, psychic, release, wise

NUMBER 3
#3 Overview
expressive, outgoing, emotional, creative, imaginative, intuitive, inventive, joyful, fertile, inspirational, fun-loving, confident, conversational, diplomatic, multicultural, passionate, physical, playful, social, successful

#3 Challenges
excessive, dramatic, stubborn, pessimist

#3 Colors and Styles
amber, amethyst, hot pink, lime, navy blue, orchid, rose, royal blue, slate, tangerine, wheat; art, city, classic, feminine, fusion, metallic, midcentury modern, north, Scandinavian, wood

#3 Random Words
Sunday, May, Arkansas, Arizona, Iowa, New Mexico, New York, South Carolina, West Virginia, city, north, moon, blood, liver, ribs, shoulder, alcohol, meat, bread, ice cream, pasta, baby, belief, actor, doctor, lawyer, build, buy/sell/trade, design, write, charity, craft, cruise, healer, enthusiasm, excess, extrovert, family, fear, freedom, gratefulness, mystical, perfection, security, sex, strength, suffer, thoughtful, happy, humor, orchid, rose, peace

NUMBER 4
#4 Overview
practical, organized, focused, dedicated, detailed, introspective, methodical, modest, orderly, steadfast, stable, economical, cautious, reliable, repair, hard worker, optimist, patient, self-control, sympathetic

#4 Challenges
apocalyptic, controlling, restrictive, insecure, illegal

#4 Colors and Styles
aqua, blue, burgundy, coral, cream, emerald, fuchsia, green indigo, khaki, maroon, ochre, powder blue, silver, terra cotta; bohemian, fiber, glamorous, global, organic, pattern, plush

#4 Random Words
September, November, Alabama, Mississippi, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Washington, west, feet, teeth, toe, touch, shoulders, grain, cookie, taffy, laugh, sing, water, trees, coast, airplane, car, basketball, golf, healer, chef, engineer, father, poem, science, sing, storm chaser, surgeon, star, storm, supernatural, creation, destruction, design, crash, gossip, hurt, laugh, mind, imagine, harmony, wealthy, tranquil

NUMBER 5
#5 Overview
active, change, physical, sensual, freedom loving, fun, outgoing, unconventional, adventurous, compassionate, witty, emotional, energetic, entrepreneurial, experimental, generous, risky, uninhibited, variety

#5 Challenges
scattered, addict, petty, depressed, martyr

#5 Colors and Styles
auburn, lemon, periwinkle, pink, sepia, sky blue, viridian, wisteria; delicate, distressed, earthy, European, inviting, island, natural materials, ornamental, patterns, texture, varied, vibrant

#5 Random Words
Tuesday, June, July, Puerto Rico, Utah, San Francisco, hill, arm, cell, colon, finger, hear, kidney, pregnant, uterus, vein, drug, animal, cow, deer, pig, snake, bicycle, soccer, engineer, nurse, sail, social, grains, lettuce, universe, planet, home, accident, bomb, compete, protest, dream, entertainment, shopping, good, fantasy, weird, intense, intuition, life, joy

NUMBER 6
#6 Overview
helpful, caring, compassionate, just, love, beauty, harmony, affectionate, responsibilities to home, family, children, friends, community; bold, creative, psychic, service, artistic/musical, healer, optimism, understanding

#6 Challenges
perfectionism, selfish, sad, blunt

#6 Colors and Styles
blue violet, forest green, gray, mustard, orange, orange-red, peach, pewter, rust, scarlet, spring green, ultramarine, yellow green; antique, balanced, dramatic, eclectic, metal, mid-century, modern, natural, raw, relaxed, retreat, soft, textiles, traditional, vintage

#6 Random Words
February, October, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Missouri, Montana, Texas, arms, ear, fingers, hip, kidneys, leg, neck, nervous, pregnant, tooth, veins, drugs, bird, cat, rain, fish, jungle, cupcake, act, artist, athletic, gun, teacher, travel, paint, skate, believe, blessing, communication, gratitude, great, introvert, justice, lucky, order, pure, truth, romance, unique, wealth

NUMBER 7
#7 Overview
intellectual, spiritual, intuitive, introspective, meditative, mystical, serene, solitary, private, analytical, secretive, sensitive, caring, charitable, complex, grace, loving, philosophical, protective, positive, quiet, artistic, scientific, serene, inner life, positive, sanctuary, shy

#7 Challenges
reclusive, hurtful, depression, distrustful, loneliness

#7 Colors and Styles
cerulean, charcoal, cornflower blue, cyan, flax, magenta, moss green, platinum, purple, saffron; brick, classical, curves, dark, fluid, functional, luxurious, masculine, nature, pale, sea, sleek, steel, stripes, sunflower, worn

#7 Random Words
March, California, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Tennessee, Wyoming, allergies, asthma, chin, ears, heart, hips, legs, smell, speak, stomach, mother, addiction, beautiful, better, blessings, spice, vegetable, heat, cold, earth, galaxy, photon, flood, fly, sea, ship, flower, finance, leadership, lyricist, miracle, puzzle, real estate, sculptor, teacher, speak, create, excellence, free, laid back, regal, compassion

NUMBER 8
#8 Overview
ambition, action, strength, assertive, courage, leadership, material prosperity, finances, abundance, managerial, businesslike, builder, organized, responsible, secure, success, smart, power, recognition, rewards

#8 Challenges
haste, judgmental, gullible, pushy, rebel

#8 Colors and Styles
blue green, bronze, cobalt, ivory, mauve, pine, plum, tan; airy, Asian, Atlantic, beachy, Caribbean, clean, coastal, country, Europe, minimal, native, sculptural,
shabby chic, sunset, transitional

#8 Random Words
Thursday, August, Georgia, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin, Summer, Winter, desert, earthquake, ice, mountain, snow, solar flare, back, brain, cancer, eye, knee, intestines, skin, nose, thighs, wrist, plague, toxic, virus, dog, religion, anxiety, riot, athlete, sports, basketball, football, sailing, weather, eat, rice, soup, talk, noise, prophet, queen, royal, clean, cook, decorate, office, musician, down to earth, clean, party, prosperity, faith, hope, goals, joyful, right

NUMBER 9
#9 Overview
humanitarian, service to others, closures, endings, charisma, compassion, charitable, diplomatic, gentle, generous, grateful, honest, lucky, comfort, tolerant, impersonal love, protective, philosophical, artistic, creative, multi-cultural, wisdom, release

#9 Challenges
anger, clutter, despair, doubts, self-neglect, worry

#9 Colors and Styles
brown, burnt orange, denim, lavender, linen, malachite, olive, red, robin egg blue, taupe; Autumn, east, muted, Native American, rustic, unexpected, world

#9 Random Words
Monday, Friday, January, Alaska, Illinois, South Dakota, Autumn, arctic, east, sun, gas, oil, bone, eyes, feet, hand, head, knees, nail, play, sight, spine, waist, sweet, spicy, waffles, explode, business, construction, hair, health, inventor, law, money, poetry, sculpt, singer, declutter, decorator, designer, doctor, surgeon, biker, pilot, baseball, soccer, tennis, prosperous, changing, communicate, expression, grow, quiet, real, reason, undo, play, seeker, hope, love