Numerology Remedies (Upay) for Numbers 1–9
Numerology remedies (upay) for numbers 1–9: beej mantras with japa counts, deities, fasts, daan, Lal Kitab upay, yantras, gemstones and a 40-day plan.
Which number should I balance?
Start with your Mulank (Driver) number, from the day you were born, or your Life Path number, from your full date of birth. Master numbers 11, 22 and 33 use the remedies of 2, 4 and 6.
Choose your number
- 1Number 1 · SunRemedies for number 1 strengthen the Sun: steady confidence, clear direction, good health and leadership without ego.
- 2Number 2 · MoonRemedies for number 2 calm the Moon: emotional balance, peaceful relationships, restful sleep and trust in your intuition.
- 3Number 3 · JupiterRemedies for number 3 bless Jupiter: wisdom, focus, good fortune, children's well-being and the guidance of teachers.
- 4Number 4 · RahuRemedies for number 4 settle Rahu: fewer sudden obstacles, a clear mind, protection from deceit and steady, honest progress.
- 5Number 5 · MercuryRemedies for number 5 sharpen Mercury: clear thinking, smooth communication, good memory and luck in business.
- 6Number 6 · VenusRemedies for number 6 please Venus: love, a happy marriage, harmony at home, beauty, comfort and wealth.
- 7Number 7 · KetuRemedies for number 7 steady Ketu: inner peace, sharp intuition, spiritual growth and a mind that is deep but not lonely.
- 8Number 8 · SaturnRemedies for number 8 honour Saturn: patience, fair rewards for hard work, fewer delays and relief in Sade Sati.
- 9Number 9 · MarsRemedies for number 9 channel Mars: courage without anger, energy for service, property and harmony with siblings.
How to do a remedy properly
- 1Pick one number to work on, usually your Mulank or Life Path number.
- 2Begin on the planet's own day during the waxing moon (Shukla Paksha), ideally at sunrise, after a bath.
- 3Sit facing east or north. Chant the beej mantra 108 times (one mala) on a rudraksha or tulsi mala, at the same time and place every day.
- 4Once a week, on the planet's day, keep the fast and give the daan.
- 5For a full anushthan, complete the planet's traditional japa count within 40 days.
- 6Change the habits listed on the page too: honesty, discipline and kindness are at the heart of every remedy.
- 7Wear a gemstone only after a qualified astrologer has checked your whole birth chart.
Remedies for missing numbers in the Lo Shu grid
A number missing from your date of birth shows an area to develop. Each square of the Lo Shu grid has a direction and an element; strengthen the missing ones with these remedies.
- 1
Direction: North · Element: Water
Hesitation in self-expression and a slow start to your career
- Keep a small water feature or aquarium in the north
- Face north while you work or study
- Offer water to the rising Sun every morning
- 2
Direction: South-west · Element: Earth
Less patience and sensitivity in close relationships
- Keep the south-west clean and bright, with a pair of objects such as two candles
- Keep silver with you, or wear a pearl or moonstone
- Write one appreciation for someone close every day
- 3
Direction: East · Element: Wood
Weak planning, confidence and growth
- Place healthy green plants in the east
- Start learning or growth projects on Thursdays
- Begin the day facing east with a few minutes of stretching or meditation
- 4
Direction: South-east · Element: Wood
Irregular income and weak discipline
- Keep a money plant or jade plant in the south-east
- Keep a simple income and expense log
- Wear a 5 mukhi rudraksha or a tulsi mala
- 5
Direction: Centre · Element: Earth
An unsettled life, extremes and poor communication
- Keep the centre of your home (brahmasthan) open and clutter-free
- Walk barefoot on grass or earth for a few minutes a day
- Keep one daily habit at the same time for 40 days
- 6
Direction: North-west · Element: Metal
Fewer helpful people and less harmony at home
- Hang a metal wind chime with six rods in the north-west
- Use white, silver or gold tones in the north-west
- Thank one person who helped you, every day
- 7
Direction: West · Element: Metal
Blocked creativity, restlessness and unexpected losses
- Keep a creative corner or a metal object in the west
- Practise ten minutes of silence every day
- Finish one small creative project
- 8
Direction: North-east · Element: Earth
Scattered focus and difficulty with study and savings
- Keep a clean study or prayer corner in the north-east
- Keep a kalash (pot) of water in the north-east
- Study one subject with full focus every day
- 9
Direction: South · Element: Fire
Low recognition, energy and confidence
- Keep the south bright, with a lamp, candle or warm light
- Add red or orange accents in the south
- Exercise regularly
More ways to balance your numbers
- Adjust your name spellingA small change in spelling can bring your Name number into harmony with your Mulank and Life Path.
- Choose a lucky mobile numberCheck whether your phone number's total supports your own numbers.
- Check your Lo Shu gridSee which numbers are missing from your birth date, with remedies for each.
- Time things with your Personal YearStart, grow or rest in step with the year you are in.
Based on traditional Navagraha remedies (mantras, japa counts, yantras and daan), Lal Kitab, and Lo Shu and Vastu practice. Traditions differ in the details; where they disagree, follow your family's custom or your guru. Remedies are traditional practices for reflection and good habits. They are not a substitute for medical, legal or financial advice.