Nature
Jyeshtha people are capable, protective and proud. They often become the elder or leader in their circle and take responsibility early. They are clever and courageous in a crisis.
Strengths
- Leadership and protection
- Courage in difficult times
- Intelligence and wit
Watch out for
- Pride and a need for control
- Feeling alone at the top
Careers
Administration, police and defence, management, politics, engineering, and occult studies.
Health
Linked with the neck and arms; watch stress and sleep.
Keys to success
- Protect people without dominating them
- Ask for help; you don't have to carry everything
- Use your wit kindly
Remedies
- Pray to Lord Vishnu or Hanuman
- Protect and help younger people
- Be generous with what you have
Story
Indra defeated the dragon Vritra, who held back the rivers, and set the waters free. Jyeshtha's people, like Indra, are called to protect others: their power is meant to serve.