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3 Most Calming, Comforting Birth Months, According to Experts

3 Most Calming, Comforting Birth Months, According to Experts

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3 Most Calming, Comforting Birth Months, According to Experts originally appeared on Parade.
We've all had that special someone that we can turn to when times get tough. Their comforting presence, thoughtful words, and intentional nurturance go a long way in making us feel safe, seen, and held. According to experts, three birth months are the most likely to make others feel comforted effortlessly, just by being themselves.
Check for the month you were born for pro insights.
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Those born in March are often described as compassionate, attentive, and open-minded. Whether they are sensitive Pisces or energetic Aries, these people are intentional about their connections. Making people feel safe, uplifted, or encouraged comes naturally to them. In crisis moments or everyday struggles, these friends know how to ground you with down-to-earth advice and perspective. Their loved ones, and even strangers, tend to let their walls down in the presence of March-born individuals.
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People born in May are either sensual Taureans or sociable Geminis. Regardless of star sign, these people are refreshing like a springtime breeze. Their words of wisdom pour from their heartspace, meant to comfort and emotionally validate others. More often than not, they are the friend who remains by your side during your darkest hour, when no one else is left to find. These genuine lovers extend loving compassion to everyone they meet, eager to make people feel at home in their presence.
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November-born people possess a flexible depth, knowing when to ask personal questions at the right time and place that allows others to open up. Whether they are a perceptive Scorpio or freedom-seeking Sagittarius, their disposition is dynamic in their environment. While they remain true to their values, morals, and integrity, they also know how to read the energy of others like a book, mirroring back what you need to see to create a profound connection within yourself and with them. With permission, they provide soulful bonding that brings comfort that transcends language.
3 Most Calming, Comforting Birth Months, According to Experts first appeared on Parade on Jul 11, 2025
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