The following pages contain a brief evaluation of key elements of your birth chart, although it is by no means complete. Astrology can reveal many things about a person's life and personality, and you could study your chart for a lifetime without knowing the answers to all of your questions. The descriptions that follow will give you a "thumbnail" introduction to yourself through astrology.

In interpreting your chart, this report considers the sign of the planets and the north node in your chart, as well as their house placements. It also describes the sign of the Ascendant and the strongest aspects between the planets.

You may note that some of the following descriptions appear to contradict each other--and indeed we are all walking bundles of contradiction. If you examine yourself carefully, you will probably realize that you do in fact possess the qualities of both conflicting descriptions. Even though some parts of the reading may seem to clash, you will see that certain themes are repeated throughout the following pages. These are the ones that will become major issues in your life.

The readings stress that you are the ultimate decider of your fate. The stars may indicate the hand you were dealt at birth, but it is up to you to play that hand well enough to achieve your goals. Also, bear in mind that every "bad" aspect of a chart also has a "good" side. How it is expressed is really up to you. We tend to work at expressing ourselves more positively most of the time and only lapse into the negative behavior described when depressed, angry or scared. Or it is possible that some aspects may better describe your personality or behavior earlier in life. They may seem alien now because you have already worked through them.

A "Strength" number precedes each aspect description; this number takes into account how exact the aspect is, whether the aspect is a major or minor one, and whether an aspecting planet is close to one of the four chart angles. The higher the Strength, the more you are likely to feel the aspect and to act it out in your life.

You are open and friendly, and your response to others is spontaneous and sincere. Although at times others may see you as downright blunt and tactless, you are just seeing things philosophically rather than personally. If you can cultivate a little diplomacy, you will do well in public relations, sales or promotion. You are an especially persuasive fast- talker.

In your work you are very organized and would be good at administration and planning projects. But you need to delegate the more routine tasks to others. Getting caught in a maze of little details can be frustrating for you, and you could develop a "who cares" attitude. Your worst habit is overcommitting yourself and then indulging in prolonged procrastination.

You hold firm spiritual beliefs and are a pioneer of new thought and ideas in this area. At the very least you have a philosophical outlook on life and are constantly looking for those elusive universal truths that explain why we're all here. You feel very good about yourself and are able to inspire self-confidence in others.

You love to socialize with friends and may even engage in a little gambling. The more fire you have in your chart, the less chances you should take on gambling. Your confidence that nothing can go wrong is the main reason why you should not gamble excessively.

Physically, Sag Rising is usually tall and slender with a slight tendency to stoop--perhaps because you grew so quickly as a child. You have long arms, legs, hands and feet. Both men and women are generally large-boned and have a wide hip structure. Your hair is usually abundant and wavy, but men tend to bald early. Problem areas are your hips and your liver. You tend to overeat and overindulge in drink.

In romance you generally are likely to be less impulsive than you are in other areas of your life. You have a healthy attitude toward sex and would prefer to "do what comes naturally" rather than plan an encounter down to the last detail. You have a great deal of physical stamina in sex and should choose a partner of similar bent.

You are highly ambitious and have a deep respect for those who have preceded you to the top of the mountain. You don't expect success to be handed to you on a silver platter and are willing to work hard to get ahead. You have incredible stamina and perseverance in the pursuit of your goals as well as the patience required to achieve them. Your ascent to the top will be steady and measured, and you will plan well for your future.

It is said that Capricorns often marry for economic gain or social advancement, and in a way this is true. They see great practicality in such a union, and their partner's ability to provide the material security that they need is definitely a big plus. But they are not cold and calculating gold diggers looking for someone to exploit. They are just naturally attracted to people who are economically secure and socially well connected. This is usually because they themselves are (or aspire to be). It is also important that their mate be respected by others; they do indeed care what other people think of them.

In relationships you are a very dependable partner. It is also very important that you respect your partner and that they respect you. You have big plans for your life, and you need a partner who is of a similar mind-set. You take life and your responsibilities very seriously, and you could not tolerate a frivolous lover. In fact you are far more likely to hoard your wealth than to squander it.

As a child you were probably weaker or more sickly than other kids and became stronger and healthier as you matured. Capricorns often have sensitive skin, allergies or nervous rashes. Many also experience stomach problems in reaction to certain foods. The knee caps, joints and bones are particularly vulnerable areas, and broken arms and legs are common at some point in life. Other possible problem areas are the kidneys and migraine headaches. Be sure to get lots of exercise and exposure to fresh country air. And be careful to relax a little in order to avoid "worrying yourself sick."

In many ways Capricorns improve with age, and they usually grow old quite gracefully. Even as a child their eyes reflect a sagelike wisdom that is serious but not somber; this is their calm, patient acceptance of life's failures and disappointments. Often not allowed to be children when young, they are forced to mature early.

This house placement indicates a very forceful personality. The issue of power will keep reoccurring in your relationships, and you must learn to cultivate a spirit of compromise. However, you would prefer to dominate your partner, simply because you are quicker to act and react than he or she is. Just be careful not to unintentionally do emotional harm to your loved ones. Be sure that you strive for equality of expression in your dealings with others. Don't monopolize the conversation or make plans without asking their opinion first.

You are a person who stands out in a crowd. You attract others easily and usually make a good first impression, unless you overwhelm them with your powerful personality. Relax and let your natural charm take over, and you will more easily win friends and influence people.

You are very direct and honest (sometimes brutally). You believe in getting to the point and are not inclined to indulge in elaborate courting rituals. Because of your honesty, relationships can begin and end abruptly. You will not hold on to a relationship that is not working out well.

This house placement also indicates that you are generally healthy. You are also very courageous and would like to be a leader (or ruler).

Persons with Moon in Libra are known for their charm and social grace, and they have a natural talent for winning friends and influencing people. They use their good manners, kindness, and considerate nature to charm others and to make the right impression.

They present an image of total balance and harmony, but actually they perpetually struggle to achieve this impossible state. They can never achieve it precisely because they can see all sides of the picture. The scale cannot balance if it is constantly dipping from side to side. As far as physical weaknesses, the main problem areas for natives of this Moon placement are the kidneys and allergies.

Moon in Libra brings with it an appreciation for the finer things in life. Partly because of this, natives with this Moon placement do well in such professions as law, architecture, politics, the arts, and even homemaking. Men with this placement are attracted to very gracious and feminine women. Females with this placement usually find a good marriage in their life, although it may not be the first one.

Others often come to you for advice, and you do have a knack for helping to solve their problems. Again, this is because you can see both sides of a situation clearly. You also can apply the advice you give others to your own life with little difficulty, thereby learning from their mistakes so that you need not repeat them yourself.

You have a talent for rearranging your environment to make it more pleasant. Just be sure your roommate or lover doesn't mind you rearranging his or her world also. You find life to be continually stimulating and exciting and should find a partner who has the same outlook.

Your mother has been a prominent figure in your life, especially during your childhood. Even if you were not close to your mother, her influence has gone far to shape you into the person you are as an adult, and she has instilled in you your current values and goals.

In dealing with others you may find that you tend to reflect their feelings, and this prevents you from relaxing into just being yourself. It is easy for you to understand and identify with the problems of others, and friends may come to you seeking guidance.

Social status is appealing to you, and you will be careful to keep company with those who will not tarnish your reputation. Of course, this limits your choice of mates to those of a higher social strata, but you are not willing to compromise your social progress in life.

Outside influences have a great impact on your love life, and you may encounter separations from your partner or perhaps a new relationship will appear suddenly and captivate you. Any partner you choose will have to be dynamic and a futuristic thinker. This will provide you with the challenge to grow that you need so badly.

With Mercury in the sign Capricorn you are a deep, serious thinker. You have a very practical and methodical mind and are not afraid of a hard day's work. Although you may learn rather slowly, you can be sure that you will absorb your lessons thoroughly. You have a wonderful "matter of fact" manner and would be an excellent teacher or diplomat.

You rarely waste time with idle or foolish chatter and often find it hard to tolerate others who do. You take life very seriously (as is reflected in your dry wit) and rarely enjoy frivolous and lighthearted activities. When making plans you consider all possible angles and proceed with caution and perseverance.

You are very observant and try to see things from a realistic viewpoint. When others get lost in the minor details of a project, you're the one who brings the group back to the main point of discussion so progress can be made. Your senses are highly developed, and you make good use of them to experience all the intricacies of life. For instance, you can probably taste a meal and then list the spices it contains, or witness an event and then recall details other witnesses miss.

Since you usually feel more secure staying with the status quo rather than undergoing risky changes, others generally see you as conservative and conformist. It is important to you that you have a position of respect in your community. Your ambition and willingness to work hard for what you want often win you positions of authority, or give you the courage to build a business of your own.

You have a keen sense of humor and a sharp, curious mind. You cannot tolerate boredom, and may become restless and high- strung. You'll maintain a youthful look, even into your later years. With your burning desire to express your ideas, you can be an eloquent speaker. Avoid a tendency to jump to conclusions before examining the entire situation.

With this placement of Venus, you require a great deal of freedom in relationships and will resist being tied down. You are also willing to provide this freedom to your partner, and you are not jealous or possessive. You look at your feelings intellectually and can appear aloof or impersonal to others. This Aquarian detachment gives you the ability to stand back and look at the situation more clearly. Just don't become so distant that you cannot empathize with your loved ones and offer them solace.

You may have felt that love was not freely expressed in your home when you were growing up. One challenge you face is to learn to be warm and understanding in love relationships. It is very important to you that your lover be a friend as well.

In your love relationships you prefer a partner who is unique and a little off-beat by society's standards. You need a lover who can respect your need for personal freedom and your own individual identity. Because you are so afraid of being tied down, it is difficult for you to establish and maintain long-term love relationships.

You are rebellious and "negatively suggestible" in your love affairs. That is, the best way to get you to do something is to demand that you do just the opposite. You can be extremely stubborn at times and can turn ice cold when you are hurt. Once you have committed yourself to a partner, you are loyal and truthful and are willing to extend the same personal freedom to your lover that you demand.

You learned the value of money early in life and have a natural talent for finance. You look for quality, not just flash, when you spend money. Many of your purchases will prove themselves valuable in time, such as works of art. You also have a talent for attracting the resources you need. Be careful not to spend money faster than you make it, however, since your motto can be: "Shop till you drop!"

You are highly ambitious and respect others with positions of authority. It is important to you that others see you as responsible and self-reliant. You often achieve your goals because you are so patient and persistent. Success is very important to you. It is important to you that the people you deal with fulfill their responsibilities.

You are very practical about your use of energy and resources. Very little goes to waste around you. Although you may warm up to physical activity slowly, you are very thorough about what you accomplish once you get started.

You seek a partner with Capricornian qualities, such as stability, ambition, and self-discipline. It is important to you that you be treated with respect in your relationships and can even have a paternal attitude toward your lover (no matter which sex you are). You need a lover who offers you security and who will be satisfied in a relationship that is somewhat structured.

Sexually, you tend to be faithful to your lover. You will be happier if you develop one relationship that can become long- lasting and secure. It will be doubly satisfying if you and your partner share a common goal or dream.

You are very impulsive and often restless, and for this reason you sometimes "rub people the wrong way." With your assertive nature, others may get the impression you are looking for a fight when you are only seeking friendly competition. You enjoy being physically active; just be careful that your impatience does not result in carelessness. You'd rather be a leader than a follower.

You have an over-abundance of energy and physical stamina, and you enjoy an active lifestyle (although you don't always think things through before acting). With your optimistic lifestyle, you take on challenges others would avoid because you believe you cannot fail. You can inspire others with your bubbly enthusiasm. You don't mind hard work, but you don't like taking orders. For this reason, persons with Jupiter in Aries are often self-employed.

Your early home life was a positive time, and your parents were a major influence in shaping your character. Even if your family was not wealthy, your home was comfortable and secure. As an adult, you enjoy creating a home environment in which your guests will feel welcome. This placement of Jupiter also favors the acquisition of real estate, as well as inheritances from family members.

You have tremendous self-discipline and stamina, and you do not waste your energy on needless tasks. When making plans, you are very practical and careful to be well prepared. Sometimes your goals may seem so important to you that you overlook others' needs to achieve their goals as well. Be tolerant and forgiving of others, even if they are not as "together" as you are. You have a keenly developed mind; your challenge in this lifetime is to develop good relations with others.

You are practical, hard-working, and motivated to succeed because of your fear of not having enough. In financial matters you are thrifty and cautious, and in the extreme you can become miserly. Don't worry so much over money that you are unable to enjoy what you have. Success in love and money may be delayed until later in life. Your difficulties in these areas will end as you become less attached.

You have a sharp, analytical mind, and you will use it to find workable solutions to the many ills of society. You are interested in alternative forms of healing, such as psychic healing and herbal treatments. Since you are cautious by nature, you will think through all your ideas thoroughly to be sure no details are overlooked. One of your challenges is to learn to listen to your intuition rather than just your rational mind.

You have rather unorthodox beliefs and are interested in studying metaphysics, philosophy, religion, and foreign cultures. You have an active, curious mind and would make an excellent teacher. You may take unexpected journeys with quite fortunate results. There will be many teachers in your life who will help broaden your perspectives and expand your mind. Avoid a tendency to jump to conclusions.

You are driven to uncover the deepest secrets within society, and you have a keen interest in metaphysical sciences. With your strong desire for physical pleasures, you must avoid overindulging in food, drink, sex or drugs in an attempt to escape the tension of daily life.

You are highly imaginative and idealistic and should trust in your intuition. Because you seek perfection in your friends, you may suffer repeated disappointments as you discover they are merely flawed humans. You have many wonderful dreams; you must learn to apply yourself to obtain them. If Neptune is afflicted, you may attract friends who are unreliable, or who deliberately mislead you.

Your generation saw the birth of social reforms, such as free medical clinics and food banks. Chemicals also became popular, and many miracle drugs were discovered. There was also renewed interest in organic health foods, vitamins and herbal remedies. You have a strong desire to achieve perfection. Avoid being too critical of yourself or others.

You tend to form very firm opinions, and it is difficult for anyone to change your mind once it's made up. With your strong desire for knowledge, you are especially interested in philosophy and metaphysics and will intently study any puzzle or mystery until it is solved. Since you have a profound understanding of human nature, you would do well in counseling, politics, advertising or public relations.

You will do best in a career which makes use of your social skills and which allows you to appeal to popular tastes. You have an in-born sense of beauty and proportion which could lead to a career in the arts. Friendliness and social poise are important to you, so that you would make a good diplomat or agent. A partner may play an important role in your career.

Not impulsive, you strive towards a fair assessment of every situation. You can help others to see the many different choices available, in such fields as communications, publishing, advertising, teaching, politics, or therapy. With your love of variety and social interaction, you have a wide picture, but not a deep picture. If you are not successful in your career, it will be because you use your charm to avoid work, or are too indecisive, superficial, or pleasure-loving. Have confidence in your own judgment and do not become overly dependent on other people.

Occupations consistent with your aesthetic style of work include public relations, architect, artist, musician, diplomat, designer, theatrical agent, builder, planner, strategist, arbitrator, or social commentator. For the most personal career guide, also consider the nature of any planets which fall in the 10th house or conjoin the Midheaven, the sign and house placements of Venus, ruler of the Midheaven, and any aspects which other planets make to the Midheaven.

You have spent many lifetimes accumulating wealth and managing others. Although you achieved material success and gained the respect of your peers, you did so without regard for the needs of others. During this lifetime you feel compelled to succeed in order to regain the respect you once had. You control your emotions very well and are not easy to get close to. Although you may feel others are neglecting you, you have put up a wall to keep them away. Your challenge is to give nourishment as well as receive it.

In past lives you have only considered your own happiness, with little regard for the needs of others. In this lifetime you will learn to cooperate with others to form egalitarian relationships. By devoting your energy and resources to others, you will learn to develop kindness and understanding. You have a gift for helping others recognize their own self-worth.

You are highly sensitive and intuitive, and probably have keen psychic abilities. With your strong sense of compassion, healing comes naturally to you, and you may enter a career in the healing arts. In your personal and professional lives, you tend to take on the feelings of those around you, and at times it may be necessary for you to get away and find alone time to "find yourself" again.

You are highly idealistic, and you have a sincere desire to somehow help make the world a better place. You truly want to see the best in everyone and everything, and for this reason you can sometimes be misled or deceived. Be willing to question the truth of what someone tells you if your intuition tells you something is not right. Listen to your inner guidance, and you will always appreciate the underlying lessons in life's daily events.

You have an extremely sharp and inquisitive mind, and you enjoy solving puzzles or conducting experiments that challenge you intellectually. You believe that all things are possible if you have the right information and the right attitude. You have a wicked sense of humor, and you enjoy sharing it with others in discussions or by writing.

Your relationships with your siblings or early childhood schoolmates have influenced you greatly, either by positive or negative example. You will grow a great deal from these relationships, and so will they. Some people with this Chiron placement have a brother or sister who is handicapped.

One or both of your parents were very nurturing and supportive, and you have many fond memories of your childhood days. As an adult, your home is very important to you, and a stable and happy family life is your primary goal in life. You would prefer to settle in a neighborhood that has a strong sense of community and people who can work together in harmony.

With your well-developed sense of self, you do not need a large circle of friends around you at all times. You need a great deal of space in your relationships, and you cannot tolerate jealousy or possessiveness. Anyone who tries to restrict your freedom of movement risks losing contact with you altogether.

You prefer a spacious, comfortable home with as much acreage around it as possible. If Jupiter is in your Fourth House, this aspect bodes well for good fortune in real estate transactions.

Your greatest liability is your quick temper. Because of your difficulty in controlling your feelings and making adjustments to others, you encounter problems in your personal relationships. You are afraid of being too vulnerable and allowing others to take advantage of you. In truth, you are only trying to protect your very sensitive feelings; but be careful not to become paranoid and suspicious of everyone who tries to get close to you.

You become irritated when someone challenges your opinion and are a sore loser in competition. It is possible that you even throw temper tantrums or exhibit similar immature behavior when things don't go your way. Until you develop more self-discipline, you will alienate others with your outbursts.

Learn to compromise with others and to work cooperatively to achieve common goals. Your extreme defensiveness is really a side-effect of your own low self-esteem. Build up your image of yourself rather than living in fear of recrimination by others. This is especially true in your domestic and professional life. Be careful not to bring the frustrations of your job home with you. This can lead to problems in your domestic affairs.

As you mature you will learn to restrain your strong emotions. As a matter of fact, it is imperative for good health that you accept this challenge. Otherwise, you will find yourself suffering from stomach and intestinal disorders as well as very uptight nerves.

Become less demanding of others and more responsible about meeting the demands of your loved ones. This will help you achieve a healthy emotional balance between giving and receiving love.

You are curious and eager to learn new things, but you often lose interest before you have studied anything in- depth. This can result in your becoming a "jack of all trades but master of none." You look for an easy way out, a "quick fix," but this is not the best solution to your problems.

It is necessary to climb any ladder from the bottom up, although you would prefer to be able to start out in life at the top. You are often impulsive with your judgment of people and things, and you do not plan your actions well. If you are going to achieve your goals in life, you must develop more self-discipline and patience. You have great dreams of success in life, but you are caught short when it comes to planning and carrying out the steps necessary to achieve them.

You have a tendency to bend the truth when it doesn't quite fit your preferred reality. Probably, you are not even conscious of this tendency in yourself and are not aware of your "distortion" of facts. You also allow yourself to believe what you want when it comes to people. This can set you up for deception; a good salesperson could always win you over to believe in them and their product.

Education is of utmost importance to you, and once you have completed school you could do well in education, public relations, writing, or any profession involving travel. It would be wise for you to put off your education until you have earned your degree in the "school of life." Attending school (or later working in education) helps you sharpen your judgment and develop self-discipline. If you ever hope to achieve success in this lifetime, you must learn these lessons first. Otherwise all your dreams and ambitions will get you nowhere.

You are particularly prone to nervous disorders and other maladies caused by anxiety and frustration. Be sure to give yourself leisure time to spend just for yourself, and get lots of rest. This will have to be a conscious effort on your part. No one else will be able to convince you to change your ways; you'll have to do it for yourself.

You are on a campaign for self-improvement. Your outer life is in harmony with your inner values, otherwise you would not be happy in life. You have your own set of spiritual values, and you understand occult matters. Most likely you are very intuitive and have psychic abilities. You are fascinated by the unexplained, and you seek the truth behind these occurrences.

You act with self-confidence and speak what is on your mind. Occupations in the fields of: teaching, scientific research, philosophy, psychology or social programs would be satisfying to you. You are a natural leader and can inspire others to develop their own potential.

In love relationships you have a natural feel for what will work and what won't work. Your lover may also provide moral support and help motivate you to act on your many good ideas. Or you may take your lover's innovative ideas and refine them into practical suggestions.

You have tremendous creative abilities, and this is either a blessing or a curse in your life, depending on whether you find the appropriate creative outlet for this energy. One of your difficulties in doing this lies in the fact that you aren't comfortable in a highly competitive environment. If at all possible, it would be best for you to be self-employed and, preferably, work alone much of the time. You are highly sensitive to stressful situations. Tension and frustration are just plain unhealthy for you.

Another of your difficulties in life is that you insist on seeing people and situations through rose-colored glasses. You want so much for everything to be wonderful, that you refuse to see it any other way. Of course, this can cause continual problems in your personal relationships. With time and maturity, you will learn to be sure those offers are as incredible as they seem, and beware of those who would like to take advantage of you. You won't be casting aspersions on anyone's character simply by insisting that you know all the facts, or know them better, before making a solid commitment. And it will save you a lot of heartache in the long run.

You need to improve your judgment in the area of money and material possessions as well. Be careful to see your financial situation clearly, or you'll end up in debt over your head. Avoid buying on credit any more than necessary.

You are highly motivated and have a knack for mobilizing your resources and others to bring about needed improvements. Others are inspired by your vitality, and for this reason you make a powerful leader. You are more inspired by higher purpose than by your position of power, however, as you deplore those who worship and abuse power.

Your uncanny ability to see through the pretenses of others and to identify the root causes of complex problems may at times threaten others, but once they see that you do not intend to abuse this ability, they can trust and follow you. Your heightened sense of perception and intuition enable you to function well in a time of crisis.

One of your natural talents is the skill for handling others' resources. You would do well in a career which involved financing, account management or trusts. Your deductive mind and perceptive abilities also make you an ideal candidate for work as a psychologist, surgeon, researcher or criminal investigator. You will do well in any job which requires you to restore order to chaos by locating the problem and then (like a surgeon) skillfully removing it. You are a natural born healer on many levels.

Traditionally, this aspect indicates the likelihood of your receiving an inheritance or some other windfall which results through the efforts of others. You will most likely do well for yourself on your own, however, if you can combine your enormous creative power with your spiritual motivation and sense of purpose.

You have a very sharp and inquisitive mind, and you enjoy being challenged intellectually. Because you have an intense curiosity about life and crave new experiences, you may change your future plans quite frequently. It may be necessary for you to try out several different careers before finding one that you find to be truly gratifying.

You can be quite forceful when trying to make your point, and at times you must remember to be more tactful. It would be helpful if you can learn to be a better listener too. Then others will find their conversations with you more enjoyable.

With your highly inventive mind, you can become bored easily. You usually have several projects underway at once, but few of them ever seem to get completed. Ingenuity comes naturally to you, but self-discipline does not. When you learn to follow through on your brilliant ideas, you'll find it easier to accomplish your goals.

You are highly creative and extremely sensitive. Your many friends are from varied walks of life, and you have a gift for relating to them all freely. You are not quick to judge others, and you try to appreciate the good that everyone has to offer. Others see you as tolerant and sympathetic.

Although you understand that the world is in need of much change, you prefer to offer your time and efforts to those who need them, rather than attempt to change the system. You offer your assistance freely and with good intentions, and you are truly hurt and disappointed if it is not accepted.

Because of your high level of sensitivity and changeability, you can easily adapt to most careers. You enjoy dealing directly with the public, and you would do particularly well working in an establishment which emphasized relaxation, such as a travel agency, resort, etc. You also have talent for writing and drama, as well as creative ability for arts and crafts.

Although you are willing to work in the midst of squalor and suffering, you never lose sight of the ideal you are striving to accomplish. For this reason you will take on tasks that others avoid.

You are careful to choose a lover who meets your standards in a relationship. You can often sense the needs of your lover and are a gentle and thoughtful lover. This allows you to become very close with your partner.

Your sound judgment allows you to be self-disciplined in matters of economics. This means you are well-suited to careers in banking, finance, insurance, real estate, law, sales and other areas which require the prudent handling of resources. You would especially enjoy a position which allowed you to work alone or at least to call the shots. You are willing to work hard for what you get, and your employer can be sure that the job will be well done.

In your personal relationships you may feel that you do more giving than receiving. It may seem that you are always the one who is forced to compromise in order to meet the needs of another. This may leave you with the feeling that you are being used. You are reluctant to let your truest feelings be known in a relationship, because you are afraid that would give your partner the upper hand in dealing with you. However, you are very loyal and sincerely affectionate and may even decide to put up with an unsatisfactory relationship out of a strong feeling of commitment.

You prefer a partner who is sincere and honest and who takes life seriously. You seek maturity and security in a mate as well as social status. Anyone with whom you spend a great deal of time must be refined and socially gracious. You admire ambition and drive in another as well as loyalty and a commitment to working together toward mutual goals.

It is important that you maintain a positive attitude toward life. Becoming negative and depressed can lead to health problems, especially in the throat area. Learn to be more optimistic even in gloomy situations.

You can be arrogant and impulsive, and only time can help you curb your ego and apply yourself constructively to your tasks. Because you often take on more than you can possibly accomplish, you create situations in your life that can become unmanageable. Even though you don't plan well, you are annoyed when others attempt to advise you. Learn to allow yourself to depend on others to some extent; remember that no person is an island unto him or herself.

After experience has tempered your pride, you will learn to accept responsibility and to exercise self-discipline. You will also learn to set priorities and stick to them to accomplish your goals. You would do well in the fields of education, the media, law, philosophy, theater or public relations. You are highly creative and can tap these resources to achieve your goals. But you must be willing to accept the responsibilities that success brings. Learn to appreciate your failures as well as your accomplishments. You learn much more from mistakes.

Competition does not scare you, and you will not back away when challenged. You are particularly good at debate, and communication is one of your strongest talents. Just be sure you have done your homework before you challenge someone on a point; curb your arrogance--at least until you can be sure you know what you're talking about. One of your biggest problems is that you continually push your luck, but this too will improve with experience.

In love relationships you are very demanding, expecting ultimate love, devotion and admiration from your mate. You love to be indulged, and you expect your lover to be there when you need them. Be careful not to make promises in times of passion that you can't fulfill later.

Another potential problem with this aspect is overindulgence in food, drink, drugs or other pleasures of the flesh. You are more "accident-prone" than usual, especially in leisure activities such as sports.

You are very intuitive in your interactions with others, and you are very sensitive to the many messages (spoken and unspoken) which we all constantly transmit. As a child you were especially susceptible to peer pressure, and your friends' opinions about you were of utmost importance to you. As you mature you realize that you truly can't please everyone, so you might as well please yourself.

In your career you enjoy a never-ending stream of ideas. Don't be afraid to pass the best of these on to your supervisor. Even though they might not agree with your idea, they may appreciate your inventiveness. Be prepared to promote yourself if you want to succeed, even if this means risking criticism from others. You are your own worst critic; others usually find you very competent.

You are probably well read and can speak intelligently on many subjects. With your easygoing approach, others are comfortable in your presence. Even without words, you can say a great deal through body language. You insist on being honest with those around you, even though it does not always work to your benefit.

This combination indicates that you have unrealistic fears about your personal incompetence and lack of achievement. You become emotionally upset about matters over which you have no control and for which you certainly hold no guilt. Negative environmental conditions can lead to depression; it brings out your own doubts about your competence in dealing with responsibility.

Any underachievement on your part is actually related to your lack of self-love. You avoid challenges and can grow to believe that you couldn't accomplish anything anyway. Remember, you must fail every now and then just to find out how you can succeed.

Instead of withdrawing to escape responsibility, face your competition in order to sharpen your own skills. As you begin to overcome your self-imposed fears and succeed in competition, your self-confidence will increase, which will in turn lead to greater success.

In your love life, attempt to see your lover with a healthy measure of objectivity. You have a tendency to overidealize your love affairs and can confuse your idealized view with reality. This can lead to disillusionment and disappointment.

Be sure to be open and honest with your mate, and be willing to come down to earth to work things out. Guard against jealousy and a tendency to fabricate elaborate scenarios based upon unfounded suspicions. It is imperative that you have mutual trust in your relationships.

You are highly ambitious and will do everything in your power to achieve the recognition, fame and fortune you seek. Despite your best efforts, success always seems to be just beyond your reach. You get little help from your parents, teachers, or others in a position of authority, mostly because they perceive you as having a large chip on your shoulder. Your peers offer no support and instead consider you to be self-centered and unwilling to compromise.

Success will come more easily to you once you've learned to cooperate with others and to work as a team player. Learning to compromise with the very authority figures you resent the most will greatly increase your opportunities. When confronted by pushy or domineering people, be more conscious of how your behavior or attitude may have provoked their reaction to you.

Others have traveled a path similar to yours, and they've gained valuable experience along the way. Keep your ears (and mind) open for guidance and advice that comes your way.

Even as a child you were more mature than your peers and had a more serious approach toward life. You may not have many friends, but you can count on the ones you have, as they can count on you. Others may consider you too serious, but they also respect your integrity and honor. You have a practical approach toward life, and you plan every project very carefully to maximize your chances for success.

You don't talk much, but when you do it's because you have something important to say. You see meaningless chit-chat as a waste of time and prefer to devote your energies to more practical causes. You are an excellent leader or supervisor and have a talent for choosing the right person for each task. You will work hard to succeed in your career so that you can feel secure about your later years.

You also take matters of the heart very seriously, and you are not likely to engage in one-night stands. You are affectionate with your partner, but not in public. Love is something very special to you, and you would not be satisfied with a partner who treats your affair lightly. You have the ability to discipline yourself to go without sex for long periods of time if there is no serious relationship in your life. You'd rather abstain than engage in "cheap" sex.

You may have only a few friends, but what you lack in number you make up in quality. Your friends (and lovers) must respect themselves in order to earn your respect. You are a loyal friend and would never let down another who is depending on you.

You have a fantastic memory and could use it well in such careers as: management, politics, public relations, law, education, or even engineering. You seek a position of authority and would be very fair with your underlings--as long as they lived up to their part of the deal. You look for a well-developed sense of responsibility in those with whom you work.

You may appear to be conservative to those around you, but the truth is that you have a good amount of common sense. You are not overly cautious, just careful. For this reason you are also very law-abiding. In making decisions you will examine all options carefully before acting.

Friends enjoy your company and the sense of well-being they derive from your emotional stability. This is a quality that can also help children to grow and develop their own stable foundation, and you would be a kind disciplinarian as a parent.

Chances are that your more satisfying love affairs will come later in life after you have reached a height of maturity. You behave responsibly in your relationships and expect the same of your partners.

Freedom is very important to you, and you will go to great lengths to preserve it. This is true not only of personal freedom, but also includes freedom from corrupt power, disease, pollution, unemployment, etc. You are not afraid to work toward causes you believe in and enjoy the feeling that you are contributing something to the betterment of mankind. You know that this takes hard work by everyone and are willing to do your share.

This aspect appears in the charts of persons born during the 1960s. This period in time was one where great attention was being paid to health and environmental issues. You and others born during this time feel a responsibility to work toward improvement in these areas. It is important to you that the legacy you leave for the next generation be a better one.

Although you have a strong need to "do your own thing," you are not selfish in your pursuit of freedom. You believe that everyone is entitled to the liberty you seek and will work to help others realize their own power. The issue of social responsibility will be a prominent one for you. It is up to you whether you will shirk your duties in this area or work to bring about a reversal in the decaying quality of life.

Even as a child you were a deep thinker, and you may have felt that your interests were entirely different from those of your peers. At a young age you began to question the larger plan of the Universe and to understand its mysteries. Adults may have been surprised that a child so young could have such profound thoughts.

As you mature you develop an incredible ability to concentrate and to do in-depth research. Your mind explores the deepest realms of the unknown, and you are particularly fascinated with the mystical or mysterious. Your bounty of creativity could be the secret to your success, if you will dare develop it.

You would do well in such professions as medicine (especially surgery), research and development, chemistry, criminology or counseling. You also have a talent for handling the assets of others and therefore could do well as an accountant or other financial expert. Since your research skills are impressive, you could be a writer of technical papers or political/social analysis (or you could write mystery novels).

It is usually easy for you to look beyond the outside pretenses of others and to see their inner motivations. In this same way, you are able to size up another's potential and to encourage and support them in developing it. As a role model you will not be pushy, but rather will only give others as much guidance as they can handle--no more, no less.

Others may at times be intimidated by your wisdom and depth of thought and may even consider you to be a "know-it-all." Pluto brings much power into your mental processes; you must learn to control the intensity of it so that others can also have their moments of glory.

Your life goals may change radically several times during your life. This is largely because you are unrealistic in your expectations and tend to "bite off more than you can chew." Learn to be more cautious in assessing your goals and to exercise self-discipline and self-imposed management in order to achieve them. Don't let the opinions or advice of others determine your expectations of yourself. Set your own standards no matter what anyone else wants from you.

Perhaps it would be best for you to hire a business manager or consult a close and trustworthy friend who can act as a counselor to you when you are faced with major decisions. If you do find someone to advise you, you will need to learn that you must not only ask for advice, you must take it. Ultimately, you are in charge of deciding your fate. It doesn't hurt to listen to advice so long as you use your own judgment as to which to accept.

In a career you would do well in medicine, law, education or research. In order to succeed, it is imperative that you organize your priorities and plan carefully to achieve them. Since you are basically easy-going, others may try to take advantage of your good graces. Be willing to stand up for your own rights if you are challenged.

You tend to overreact to your partner's expectations in affairs of the heart. You have so much love to give that you don't always make sure the other person feels the same way. You lavish others with affection and declarations of love before they are ready for it. Relax and realize that you don't have to prove how much you love anyone. They will know it is there.

Be sure to take time from your busy schedule to rest, for this is important for your physical health and well-being. Do not overindulge in food, drink, drugs, etc.

This is the only aspect Neptune has made to Pluto during this century, and the planets will remain in sextile to each other for another hundred years, although the signs the planets occupy will continue to change as time passes.

For those born between 1942 and 1956, Neptune was in Libra and Pluto in Leo. These people were born at a time of global war. Governments rose and fell; kings were ousted from their castles. There were breakthroughs in air power (Neptune in Libra) which helped establish the balance of power between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. This time was filled with meetings and peace conferences between global leaders. Those born during this time know that compromise is not enough to achieve peace; you are naturally suspicious of your leaders, and this will help to promote greater honesty and accountability on the part of political figures.

If you were born between 1957 and 1970, Neptune was in Scorpio and Pluto in Virgo. There were new advances in health and medicine, as well as rapid spread of illegal drugs. Our long- held conservative attitude about sex began to dissolve, and we began to realize that marriage was not essential to maintain a committed relationship. Those born during this time seek to serve and improve society. You are also angry about the current state of our environment and natural resources.

If you were born between 1971 and 1983, Neptune was in Sagittarius and Pluto in Libra. Your attitudes about religion, education and human interactions are most likely different from those of your parents. Your religious beliefs, or spiritual practices, are important to you, and you are deeply concerned for the fate of your planet and the race of man. You will insist that your leaders be straight with you and will not accept excuses or manipulation. You are also interested in occult sciences, and many advances in this area will be made by members of your generation.

If you were born between 1984 and 1998, Neptune was in Capricorn and Pluto in Scorpio. You are part of a generation which will make great progress in dealing with power responsibly, both in terms of interpersonal relationships and as protectors of our Mother Earth. You will seek to transform society and replace rampant injustice with compassionate guidance.

You are highly creative and have great leadership ability. Your personal magnetism makes you a pleasure to be around, and your understanding of people attracts many to you. Over the years you have learned to exploit your considerable creative abilities and to make good use of your talents. You enjoy the success you achieve, but you don't generally let it go to your head.

With your abundance of ideas you can accomplish most anything you set out to do. Success comes relatively easy to you (unless other aspects in your chart strongly contradict this). You would benefit greatly from an occupation in social services, education, counseling, or spiritually oriented programs. These jobs would provide you with the good feeling that you had done something for others, which is the reward you really seek.

You have an uncanny ability to tell when someone needs your help. Unconsciously, you project your own positive energy toward those who are down. You are always willing to listen to others' hardships, and you give generously of yourself.

In love relationships you openly express your feelings and need a partner who is similarly inclined. Your partner will benefit from your optimism and enthusiasm for life. You deal well with emotional changes in a relationship and may have to be understanding if your partner does not. You are highly imaginative and inventive in lovemaking.

You have very strong opinions and don't hesitate to state them without being asked. This can be irritating to people, especially since you tend to dismiss their own opinions as unimportant. You usually have the first and last word in any discussion. In your haste to be first, you may make decisions prematurely. This means you may have to retract what you've said later, and this is not easy for you. You don't like to admit you were wrong and can be very self-centered.

You are creative and could be a good leader if you would take the time to make good decisions. You need to take others' needs into consideration and to learn a little humility. At times you can be something of a "know-it-all," which can be very annoying to others. Try to cultivate some objectivity.

Communication comes naturally for you, and you can express yourself articulately. You love to give orders but may become frustrated if they are not followed. You are not above intimidating others to get their support. Express this aspect more positively by inspiring rather than threatening others. Your enthusiasm can be infectious, and you can work well with the public. You are good at making and carrying out plans.

In your love life, be careful of your tendency to misinterpret your partner's signals. Try to see yourself through their eyes during times of misunderstanding. Your partner should be able to take your directness and lack of diplomacy. You speak straight from the heart.

You are in touch with the real world. More than others, you know where the rubber meets the road; persistent study has shown you how to make things happen in a practical sort of way. Your nature is well-suited to the adult world of responsibilities, which you master at a young age. Not impulsive with your resources, you would only start a business after careful study, but you would manage it well. You enjoy the satisfaction that comes not just from starting projects, but from finishing them. Your steady, organized approach is actually more productive in the long-run than is that of the quick, flashy types. You know how to establish a pace and keep it.

Do not let your awareness of the material world make you unappreciative of the spiritual plane that underpins our life here -- to which others may be more sensitive than you. Practicality is fine, but try to understand that dreams, feelings, and enthusiasms are also important and should not be squelched. Others might surprise you with what their optimistic risk-taking is able to achieve. You can be so cautious and reserved that some people find you conservative and dull. If you yourself become bored or depressed, admit that security isn't everything and try to be more spontaneous. Open up to the new and follow your bliss (in a careful sort of way).

You seem to live for mental exploration. Discovering and communicating the connections between ideas, people, and places is your function in life. Your active mind is good at identifying new frontiers whose basics you quickly master, so that you end up knowing something about almost everything. You have a dispassionate nature that cooly considers the pros and cons of a situation, able to place logic above personal emotion. From your mental viewpoint, emotions look irrational. You make a good negotiator, sales person, communicator, arbitrator, analyst, and information processor. Ideas flow quickly for you. While impersonal and dispassionate, you nonetheless thrive on communication and social interaction. At your best, you strive to understand and accept people, not to change them. Courageously, you adhere to principles. You appreciate culture, structure, and systems.

Your greatest strength is also your weakness, namely too much coolness from placing head above heart. Leaders must be able to follow their hearts without being indecisive or equivocating. And you ignore your real connection to others if you use your mental gifts to coldly manipulate them. Try to avoid isolation by functioning as part of a team in which your logic, analysis, and communication skills are put to good use. Work with others who may be more practical, sensitive, or passionate than are you. Don't keep your good ideas inside, but write them down and communicate them to others.

For you the world of feelings may be terra incognita. Close interpersonal relations, which require the expression of feelings, and empathy for others' feelings, do not come naturally or easily for you. You have difficulty putting yourself in someone else's shoes in order to feel what they feel. You will learn how to deal with life in a tough, mental sort of way. People looking for someone to empathize with them should not come to you. Those people who are comfortable with you are not looking for emotional closeness. It's not that you don't have emotions and feelings, but they do not come out easily in your relationships. If you are an artist, they may come out in your art. You probably take refuge from the difficulty of forming emotional connections by concentrating on intellectual, practical, or inspired activity. Your best companions would be those who are able to inhabit these realms with you, but who are also in touch with their feelings. They can help you to contact your own feelings and teach you to respect and honor other people's feelings.

A lack of planets in Water signs can be offset by a Water sign ascendant or by abundant planets in the houses of Endings.

You are willing to let flashier individuals take center-stage and lead the way. You are probably unenthusiastic about change and are passive when it comes to creating change through leadership. You may be aggressive in a defensive way, but lack the self-confidence to take the offensive. Lacking the impulsiveness of Fire, you are more likely to be a careful worker and a reliable mate, though you could stand to be less detached and more personally involved with your spouse and family.

A lack of planets in Fire signs can be offset by a Fire sign ascendant or by abundant planets in the houses of Life.

Abundant planets in the houses of life gives you both the energy and the urge to create the future. By your activities, you make the world a better place. You may be somewhat self-centered, but with your crusading spirit you move the world towards the ideals that you envision.

With abundant planets in the houses of substance, you know your place in the material world. You know how to extract value and give value via your business, work, and career activities. The rules of the world come easily to you. Others admire and depend on your hard work and practical nature. If you get depressed, make time for recreation and family.

You live on the surface of things, afraid to look within at what you really feel and want. Perhaps your position is too precarious or the obligations too great to allow yourself this luxury. You feel forced to maintain your personal status quo. You come across to others as unfeeling. Because personal feelings do not distract you, you might make a good scientist, though be aware that the greatest scientists let intuitive feelings be their guide.

A lack of planets in the houses of Endings can be offset by abundant planets in Water signs.

Relating to other people probably plays a minor role in your life. You could remain unmarried, be a loner, or even be an orphan. Your thinking is probably subjective or personal, without the objectivity that comes from having communicated with many people. Let others teach you by showing you and if they give you any feedback on your thinking, see if you can learn from it.

A lack of planets in the houses of Relationships can be offset by abundant planets in Air signs.

With an abundance of planets in the Cardinal signs, you find it easy to function on your own as an autonomous individual. You have a pretty good grasp of how the real world works, which you may have acquired through your willingness to try new things. An active person, you find challenges stimulating. Success comes through big ventures that others are too intimidated to attempt. You would make a good entrepreneur, but look for other indications in your chart to see if you have the qualities needed to stay with a project or grow a business. You're not really a team player. You are likely to encounter some problems in your life as a result of being so one-sidedly focused on your own goals and activities. But you are good at overcoming problems. Personal survival is important to you and you are capable of learning. You manifest your love through a lack of fear that makes the future happen.

An abundance of planets in the angular houses helps to give you drive and initiative. It makes you active in the external world. Expressing your individuality is important to you. You are probably a leader who enjoys challenges and can get things moving.

A lack of planets in the cadent houses tends to reduce the time that you have to yourself. You may feel that you are always in the limelight or somehow involved with others. This leaves you little time for solitary reflection. The life of a spiritual recluse is not for you. You don't change quickly, but must gradually grow into changes.

A lack of planets in the Cadent houses can be offset by abundant planets in the Mutable signs.

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