Introduction

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.

The Ascendant and First House

The Ascendant and First House describe the character of your private self. This includes the appearance of your body and inherent qualities of your self. Cancer is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by The Moon. The Moon in Sagittarius is disposited by Jupiter.

Moon in Sagittarius

Persons with this moon placement know their own emotional make-up very well and are able to make required adjustments in life quite easily. They have a strong sense of direction in life and set high goals for themselves. Others are continually amazed as they set seemingly impossible goals for themselves and then go on to achieve them. The only danger is that they will become ruthless in their pursuit of success and reach the top with no friends to congratulate them.

Although they are good at combining business with pleasure, when the chips are down business always wins out. Lunar Sagittarians are eternally optimistic, even when they should be exercising caution instead. They are often dedicated to philosophical causes and may even participate in non-political revolutionary practices at home or in the office. They want to make a difference--to influence the lives of others.

Gambling is a potential problem with this Moon placement, and this is partially a result of overoptimism. Natives may believe that they simply cannot lose and therefore take unconsidered risks. Although they feel very lucky, they actually are not.

Romantically, persons with Moon in Sagittarius are great companions to their mates. They need more than just sexual fulfillment from their partners--they require romance and spirituality. If it is necessary to terminate a relationship, they do so quickly and cleanly without looking back. They know something better is waiting just around the next corner.

Moon in the Sixth House

You can be very meticulous at work and are very organized. It is not difficult for you to dedicate yourself to an occupation that offers little reward. Instead you are very selfless and giving, and you would do well in a job in which you serve others. Avoid becoming too critical of coworkers' performance on the job; you need not become so emotional if they don't live up to your standards. This Moon placement also can indicate frequent change in your career.

Health and hygiene are particularly important to you, and you may have to resist the temptation to nag others about taking better care of themselves. You truly want to help others but can be placed in the role of martyr if you're not careful. It is likely that you will undergo emotional crises in your own life. Don't borrow others' troubles.

In your relationships you tend to either serve or be served, and this is O.K. as long as one partner does not dominate the other. Strive for equality with your mate; this will result in a more stable, long-lasting relationship. You are a considerate and thoughtful lover and can teach your mate a great deal.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

Moon square Uranus (Strength: 06.64)

You can be very impulsive emotionally. Your temper is easily sparked, and you can explode at those you love most. You must learn to control your temper, and face the fact that you cannot always have things your way. You may appear emotionally erratic to others.

You are quite talented and could be a good: teacher, politician, writer, or researcher. You are a believer in equal rights and may defy authority when it does not appear to be honoring someone's rights.

You must be willing to meet your partner halfway for marriage to work. You believe that marriage means one partner being dominant over the other. Yet you really need an egalitarian relationship. You must convince yourself that this is possible before you can achieve it.

You can be impatient and impulsive, and therefore may seem "accident prone." You may not have been allowed to assert your will as a child. So you tend to defy authority by rejecting the responsibility that it imposes. You are a rebel at heart.

Moon trine Saturn (Strength: 05.78)

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.

The Second House

The Second House relates to energy flowing into the physical structure of your private self. This includes sense impressions, food, possessions and money. Leo is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by The Sun. The Sun in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Sun in Cancer

Natives of this sign are known as "moonchildren," and their wildly fluctuating moods seem to coincide with the phases of the moon. As with all water signs, there is a tremendous depth of emotion with Cancer. In times of sadness or despair, you may retreat into solitude just as a crab retreats into its shell. At other times, you can display another trait of your namesake--crabbiness.

Cancer has a natural desire to understand its emotional make- up. You engage in self-directed psychoanalysis, striving to feel every detail of life. This is Cancer's purpose in life--to learn to love, trust and accept all that life offers. No sign feels so intensely as Cancer, although this may not be obvious to others. You may set up defenses against being hurt, such as shyness or reclusiveness.

You have a strong need for security, and a comfortable home environment is of utmost importance to you. The security you seek can be found in the knowledge that you are unconditionally loved. You also like to surround yourself with mementos and other reminders of your past. You use your resources wisely, knowing that to waste not is to want not. Like other water signs, Cancer can be manipulative. You never go directly for something (or someone) you want, but once you have it, you will never let it go. Cancer can exercise artful control of feelings--his or her own or those of others. The Moonchild truly needs to be needed, and can provide loads of nurturing and mothering in return.

The threat of becoming emotionally vulnerable in relationships can dissuade Cancers from falling in love. But once they make the big leap, they become very protective of their loved ones. But be careful not to become a "clinging vine" in relationships. Anyone who is strongly independent would feel smothered by your love and would try to break free.

You can be very secretive, and few people will ever witness an outpouring of your deepest, darkest feelings. Yet others will unload their secrets on you and seek your compassion and understanding. You may even have a talent for healing or a green thumb with plants.

Physically, Cancers are more vulnerable to injuries or illness in the chest region, the head and face, knees, and skin. Other trouble spots are the stomach, digestive system, kidneys, and bladder. A strong sense of optimism will do wonders for their health.

Sun in the First House

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).

Sun conjunct Mars (Strength: 02.13)

You are very strong-willed and are not likely to compromise in your relationships with others. You simply must express yourself and are not willing to "hide your light under a bushel" for anyone or anything. Others may see you as arrogant or egocentric, and indeed this aspect can indicate such a tendency. Certainly you are self-confident and could use this drive and ambition to get where you want to go.

This aspect indicates that you have great inner strength, and usually great physical strength as well. You enjoy competition and are a formidable opponent. With your enthusiasm for your goal, you can be an effective leader. Just be sure to remain flexible enough to accept advice. With this aspect, you don't take criticism very well. Don't see it as a personal attack if someone suggests a better way of doing things. Remain open and you will have less resistance on your climb to the top.

With these qualities, you would do well in competitive sports, exploration, military or police work, or other "dangerous" careers. You would also do well in intellectual areas, such as medicine or law. In order to succeed in the professional world, you must learn to pay attention to details in order to avoid having to do things over to correct errors. Control your impulse to rush through projects; cover all your bases.

You have a strong sex drive and can become irritable or even violent when you have no outlet for it. If a lover does not live up to your sexual expectations, you will grow to resent them and become insensitive to their feelings. Compromise is not your strong suit anyway, and you must be especially careful about conflict situations in your personal relationships.

Sun conjunct Venus (Strength: 01.97)

You have a strong need to be loved by others, and you always seek to make a good impression on those you meet. This means you are usually more willing to compromise, although not always, because you don't want to appear weak. When you know your actions will not be misinterpreted, you are very loving and generous.

It is important to you that others consider you a person who holds important values and ideals. You are a good listener in conversation but also enjoy being asked to state your opinion. You enjoy your friends and social gatherings, where you like to "mingle" with everyone. You can never tell when someone you meet could be useful at a later time. You also have a talent for music or the arts.

But not everyone is overwhelmingly charmed by you. And your presence alone is not enough to please everyone. Be sincere in your dealings with others, and don't be swayed by a display of affection. You enjoy the finer things in life and should surround yourself with them as much as possible.

You have no shortage of potential lovers in your life, and you are attractive in a natural sort of way. Don't rub this in with those less fortunate; be modest instead. You handle love relationships with grace and diplomacy, and for this reason you could carry on several different affairs simultaneously.

Sun sextile Pluto (Strength: 00.95)

You have a very strong will and at some level know that you can accomplish anything you set out to do. Because you recognize that you require knowledge to achieve your goals in life, you have developed a unique ability for communication. Others find your message to be hypnotic and intense; this ability to communicate so effectively with others is your most valuable asset.

Others have confidence in you, and you would be very good at handling others' resources. It is your destiny to share your many talents with others and to inspire them with your example. You live life with self-confident intensity, and others know that they can trust you with their deepest secrets.

You are an advocate of social change and seek to alleviate the oppressive social conditions that must be tolerated by the less fortunate members of society. You have no patience with social injustice and are not afraid to take on city hall if necessary. Since you are so dedicated to this cause, you would be an excellent spokesperson for any group working for social change.

In your close relationships you have a talent for encouraging others to get back on their feet and keep moving forward in the face of temporary setbacks. Others come to you when they need an ego boost, and you seem to know exactly what to say to restore their self-confidence.

You are naturally interested in and have a talent for metaphysics and occult matters, and you could even make your living in a New Age field. You have strong psychic abilities (whether you know it or not) and use this power to see to the root of problems (your own and others'). Learn to depend on your intuition more than on your logical reasoning skills.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Third House

The Third House controls activity within your private self. The energies of this house relate to your sources of mental stimulation and personal activities such as thinking, speaking, writing, errands, and hobbies. Virgo is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mercury. Mercury in Gemini is disposited by Mercury.

Mercury in Gemini

Mercury is the natural ruler of Gemini and is very comfortable in that sign. You have a clear, rational mind as well as a sharp wit and sense of humor. Your imagination is very active, and it imperative that you do not allow yourself to become bored intellectually. Your intellect is well-developed and you may have natural linguistic abilities. Since you have a knack for communication, others will find you to be a stimulating conversationalist.

Your mind moves so fast that you must sometimes slow it down on purpose. Otherwise, you may tend to overwork your mind and may even risk nervous breakdown. Although you are very curious and quick to grasp new concepts, you must develop patience with others who are slower to understand. Also be careful not to speak too quickly in anger without thinking your words over carefully. You can do great damage with hurtful words when you are angry.

To make fullest use of your sharp mind and wit, you need to develop the ability to focus your scattered energy on one project at a time. Otherwise, you will be a Jack or Jill of all trades, knowing a little bit about everything but not much about anything. You should also avoid worrying about what's going to happen tomorrow. If you become too preoccupied with uncertainty, you could worry yourself sick. Instead, develop a greater confidence in your own intellectual abilities. This will greatly increase your effectiveness.

You very much enjoy relating to others and communicating your ideas. Others may see you as a "chatterbox" because you talk rather quickly and abundantly. Learn to speak only when you have something important to say, not just because you feel like talking.

Mercury in the Twelfth House

You are extremely sensitive and have an active imagination. Yet you may feel shy about sharing your ideas with others because you fear they will not approve. With experience you will learn to trust your highly developed intuition. You enjoy spending time alone away from others in order to ponder your own mind and daydream. Avoid a tendency to worry excessively over your own problems or those of others.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

Mercury square Uranus (Strength: 05.50)

Your ideas and beliefs are different from most people's, and some may consider you eccentric. In fact, you are very intelligent and talented; it's just that you are an intellectual rebel. You refuse to limit your thinking only to known and accepted facts, and you will even defy logic in your search for ultimate truth. The rules of others mean little to you, and so you don't hesitate to break them.

The causes for which you fight are not common or ordinary in any way, and in fact they may seem outrageous to others. You could succeed in such careers as education, social services, science or politics. But before you can succeed in life, however, you will need to drop your self-righteousness, impulsiveness, arrogance and impatience with "the establishment." Learn some humility and caution. In your dealings with others, be careful to "engage brain before opening mouth."

You will improve with age and experience, and you have the intellectual talents to help you solve life's problems. But you need to develop more self-discipline and responsibility for your words and actions. Others find you exciting to be around, and indeed you are. But sometimes you can be strongly opinionated and immovable in your position.

In your personal relationships, however, you may have difficulty compromising with your partner and consequently may change lovers often. You say things that you don't mean out of fear and insecurity and then have problems smoothing things over. You can be very stubborn in matters of the heart, and you need someone who can understand you and get through your obstinacy.

Mercury sextile Saturn (Strength: 02.63)

This aspect indicates a well-developed intellectual capacity. You are undoubtedly well-informed and state your opinion confidently on subjects which interest you. You have a strong curiosity and seek to learn all you can, and your storehouse of knowledge is extensive. You are thoughtful of others, resourceful, organized, and self-confident.

You realized early in life that you have a duty to yourself to develop your skills and talents. The range of occupations available to you is wide because of your ability to accomplish whatever you set out to learn. You would do well in education, science, research, mining, conservation of natural resources, government, politics or architecture. Success does not come to you by luck, but by careful planning, persistence and determination.

As a child you may have felt that you didn't fit in with others in your age group. Because of your highly developed intellect, you may have been more comfortable with adults than with your peers. You have fantastic comprehension and memory skills, and you may have found school slow and boring if you were required to slow down to the pace of the average student.

Others admire your knowledge and insatiable curiosity (your superiors as well as your inferiors). Once you succeed in your chosen field, consider writing a book on your experiences. Such a book could have an enormous impact on others, and of course it would be very well researched and documented.

You admire people who are honest, sincere and mature; your friends and lovers share a mutual respect with you. Communication and intellectual stimulation is more important to you than sex. It is possible that in your later years you will take on a much younger partner.

The Fourth House

The Fourth House describes the character of your private environment. This includes your home life and parents, especially the mother. Libra is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Venus. Venus in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Venus in Cancer

Although you may be shy and quiet, you have considerable charm. You treat loved ones with sympathy and tenderness, providing the emotional nurturing that they need. It is important that you have the love and devotion of your friends and family. This provides you with a wonderful sense of inner security. Just be careful that you do not let others take advantage of your generosity. There will always be those who will try.

Your home is very important to you, and you will want your living environment to be peaceful and comfortable. From an early age, you have been closely tied to your family, especially your mother. Since you have a need to relate to others, you would do well in occupations such as teaching or health care.

You seek a deep love in which you can merge souls and personalities with your lover. You are totally devoted to your mate, and you seek such devotion in return. Be careful that this devotion does not turn into jealousy and possessiveness, which could result in your lover feeling trapped. Remember that a truly strong relationship is based on two strong individuals who share mutual goals.

Your sexual appetite is quite strong, partly because you allow your sexual energy to build for a while before releasing it. If you find this to be frustrating, try communicating your needs to your partner before you reach that point. They can only satisfy your needs if they are aware of them.

Venus in the First House

With your natural charm and magnetic personality, you have a way of winning people over to your arguments. You are probably physically attractive and will maintain this quality well into your later years. You have a deep appreciation for art and enjoy surrounding yourself with beautiful objects. Your love life is very important to you, and you feel a lack if you have no partner in your life.

Venus trine Neptune (Strength: 03.59)

You are creative and talented and have a keen appreciation for the arts--music, dance, literature, art. Others will find your works of art inspiring and imaginative. Your inner sensitivity and romanticism shines through in your creations. In general, others find you comfortable and soothing to be with. They may see a mysterious, elusive quality about you, and may even find this intriguing.

It is not common for you to judge others harshly, for you prefer to be understanding and sympathetic to others. You will offer your support to anyone, even someone who has let you down, as long as you believe they are making a sincere effort to grow. Others trust you and may come to you with their problems. They recognize your inner spiritual wisdom and deep compassion.

Although you are blessed with abundant creativity and talent, it is up to you not to waste this gift. In a career, you could express your talents through dance, drama, singing, and other performing arts. Your supervisors and coworkers find your charm and grace endearing and will see you as a pleasant addition to their work environment. There is rarely a sense of competition between you and your coworkers. You are too sensitive for such an abrasive energy and prefer to cooperate for the mutual satisfaction of all.

You are attracted to others who are striving for self-improvement and who are idealistic about effecting social change. You are an idealist yourself, as well as being spiritually aware, and you have strong convictions about what is needed to improve the condition of our planet. Don't let others convince you that this is merely a dream. There is such a thing as magic.

Venus sextile Pluto (Strength: 03.02)

You have an ability to see through people's outer appearance and identify their true motives. Therefore, it is very hard for someone to deceive you. You cannot tolerate people in positions of authority who abuse their power over people. The misuse of public funds is tantamount to outright robbery to you, and you will do anything you can to expose government officials who are corrupt. You feel so strongly on this issue that you will not hesitate to use the media or any other resource to accomplish your ends.

In terms of a career, you would do well as a financial advisor, lawyer (especially working with wills and trusts), insurance agent, or other position calling for the management of resources. Such a position would allow you to express yourself creatively for the enrichment (materially and otherwise) of others.

You admire people who develop to their fullest potential in life, and your closest friends and lovers are ambitious and dedicated. You require harmony in your relationships in order to be happy, and you will not settle for a superficial fling. Communication with your lover is very important to you, and you will explore the deepest inner recesses of each other's being; idle chit-chat would soon bore you.

In your love life, you are very discriminating in your choice of partners. Intensely passionate sex is also important to you, and it is not always easy to find a lover who can handle your level of intensity. Although your sexual nature is strong, you have firm control over your desires and needs.

Early in life you picked up strong opinions about love and marriage, and you are not willing to settle for less than the "real thing." Superficial relationships are a waste of time to you.

Venus square Saturn (Strength: 02.76)

It is not easy for you to relate well with others, and this may hinder your social relationships. In truth, you don't want to deal with the responsibility of a close personal relationship. This causes you to become defensive with those you love--you are afraid of the demands they will make upon you. This can be traced to an early rejection in life--possibly by a parent. Because of this rejection you built walls around yourself in order to avoid further hurt.

Perhaps you feel that you were not meant to enjoy happy relationships in your life. But if you will learn to accept others as they are and are willing to compromise, you can achieve social and domestic happiness. There is nothing different about experiencing difficulties in relating to others. Everyone goes through times of trouble--you are not alone in this.

Once you have learned to make concessions in your dealings with others, you will see that others are willing to do so. Your greatest lessons in life will be achieved through making adjustments to others. After all, everyone has their own idiosyncrasies to deal with--even you. Cultivate a more positive attitude toward life instead of feeling sorry for yourself. Otherwise, you will suffer physically from tension and anxiety through high blood pressure or other illnesses. Give of yourself instead of complaining about others' demands of you.

If you are to be successful in your career, you must learn to deal more easily with others. You can achieve great heights in this area if you are willing to compromise and accept others' shortcomings. You could succeed in a career in law, banking, insurance, real estate, or designing. You are well organized and exercise good judgment in your work. All you need to ensure success is to build up your own self-esteem. Others will admire your honesty and integrity.

In your love life you must learn to avoid destructive relationships. Approach your love affairs more realistically--don't expect too much of those you love. This sets you up for disappointment and convinces you that you are not destined for happiness in love. However, this can become a self-fulfilling prediction. Learn to enjoy your lover without making judgments or criticisms.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Fifth House

The Fifth House describes energy flow involving the structure of your private environment. This includes the stimulation provided by your friends, social network, offspring, and entertainment. Scorpio is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Pluto. Pluto in Virgo is disposited by Mercury.

(1956-1972)

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.

Pluto in the Third House

You have a versatile and curious mind, and you would be an excellent writer, teacher or counselor. With your keen powers of concentration, you have the ability to get to the bottom of any situation. You search for a deeper meaning behind every occurrence in life and form opinions only after extensive research and profound thought. Avoid negative thinking, which can lead to depression.

Venus sextile Pluto (Strength: 03.02)

You have an ability to see through people's outer appearance and identify their true motives. Therefore, it is very hard for someone to deceive you. You cannot tolerate people in positions of authority who abuse their power over people. The misuse of public funds is tantamount to outright robbery to you, and you will do anything you can to expose government officials who are corrupt. You feel so strongly on this issue that you will not hesitate to use the media or any other resource to accomplish your ends.

In terms of a career, you would do well as a financial advisor, lawyer (especially working with wills and trusts), insurance agent, or other position calling for the management of resources. Such a position would allow you to express yourself creatively for the enrichment (materially and otherwise) of others.

You admire people who develop to their fullest potential in life, and your closest friends and lovers are ambitious and dedicated. You require harmony in your relationships in order to be happy, and you will not settle for a superficial fling. Communication with your lover is very important to you, and you will explore the deepest inner recesses of each other's being; idle chit-chat would soon bore you.

In your love life, you are very discriminating in your choice of partners. Intensely passionate sex is also important to you, and it is not always easy to find a lover who can handle your level of intensity. Although your sexual nature is strong, you have firm control over your desires and needs.

Early in life you picked up strong opinions about love and marriage, and you are not willing to settle for less than the "real thing." Superficial relationships are a waste of time to you.

Moon square Pluto (Strength: 01.56)

You are a person of deep emotions--you do not love (or hate) someone superficially; you love to the depths of your soul. At times the intensity of your emotions can cause you to act impulsively and then regret it later. This has been a problem for you since you were a child.

This aspect also indicates that throughout your life you have had strong ties to your past which you have had difficulty breaking. You may hold grudges or ill will toward those who have slighted you in the past. This will only harm you, however, since they have probably forgotten the incident altogether. You can tend to be pessimistic, so be sure to make a special effort to think positively. Your feelings are very powerful, so be careful how you use them.

You are rather demanding in your relationships, and this can make others feel as though they cannot possibly love you enough. Don't expect everyone to be capable of your depth of feeling. Learn to accept and love others as they are at the level at which they are comfortable. This will result in fewer disappointments in romance. You would enjoy your most successful relationships with others who are capable of your depth of feeling.

For the most part you will be a loner, even as a child. You have a lot to learn about human nature; you begin life's social lessons very young--perhaps you even feel your parents rejected you in some way. After suffering many disappointments, you may be tempted to turn bitter and defensive. The real test of this aspect is to resist falling into that trap (probably one carried over from past lives).

Make an effort to be more tender and loving, and be willing to be vulnerable now and then--only be sure it is with someone you absolutely trust (another difficult thing for you to master). Be sure to get proper rest and vacation time. This is imperative for good health. Anxiety has very destructive effects on you physically.

You have a curiosity for and a talent in occult sciences. This is fine as long as you keep all of the power you will uncover in its proper perspective. Do not dabble in black magic or satanism.

Sun sextile Pluto (Strength: 00.95)

You have a very strong will and at some level know that you can accomplish anything you set out to do. Because you recognize that you require knowledge to achieve your goals in life, you have developed a unique ability for communication. Others find your message to be hypnotic and intense; this ability to communicate so effectively with others is your most valuable asset.

Others have confidence in you, and you would be very good at handling others' resources. It is your destiny to share your many talents with others and to inspire them with your example. You live life with self-confident intensity, and others know that they can trust you with their deepest secrets.

You are an advocate of social change and seek to alleviate the oppressive social conditions that must be tolerated by the less fortunate members of society. You have no patience with social injustice and are not afraid to take on city hall if necessary. Since you are so dedicated to this cause, you would be an excellent spokesperson for any group working for social change.

In your close relationships you have a talent for encouraging others to get back on their feet and keep moving forward in the face of temporary setbacks. Others come to you when they need an ego boost, and you seem to know exactly what to say to restore their self-confidence.

You are naturally interested in and have a talent for metaphysics and occult matters, and you could even make your living in a New Age field. You have strong psychic abilities (whether you know it or not) and use this power to see to the root of problems (your own and others'). Learn to depend on your intuition more than on your logical reasoning skills.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Sixth House

The Sixth House controls activity within your private environment. The energies of this house describe your private work, type of employment, and service to others within your private world. Sagittarius is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Jupiter. Jupiter in Virgo is disposited by Mercury.

Jupiter in Virgo

You are practical, methodical and cautious, and you take your responsibilities very seriously. Since you are willing to work hard in your career, you are usually an expert in your chosen field. You have a natural ability to write, especially short stories and essays. Avoid a tendency to become too organized and controlled in your life or to be overly cynical and critical of others. Make time from your busy schedule for recreation and relaxation.

Jupiter in the Second House

You prefer to live an elegant lifestyle, and you have the self-confidence and optimism to achieve the success necessary to support one. Jupiter brings pure good luck to your financial dealings, and your investments usually pay off if you follow your intuition. You must learn self-discipline and caution in spending money, or your wealth will be "easy come, easy go."

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Seventh House

The Seventh House relates to building the self that you present to the public world. It therefore covers legal definitions of the self such as marriage and partnerships. It controls your characteristic public self-expression. Capricorn is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Saturn. Saturn in Aries is disposited by Mars.

Saturn in Aries

Success and material wealth give you a sense of security, and you will work hard for what you want, but you sometimes lack the caution and patience to see your plans through to a successful conclusion. One of your greatest challenges in life will be to develop self-discipline and patience with others. You need to develop a keener sense of timing and an ability to wait for the right moment rather than charging forward with enthusiasm. You are an independent individual, and you value your freedom highly.

Saturn in the Tenth House

You are independent and self-reliant, and you will encounter a series of obstacles in your career in order that you may learn to accept and carry out even the most unpleasant responsibilities. There may be delay in achieving success, and you will succeed only after much hard work and careful planning. One or both of your parents may have been domineering and critical.

Moon trine Saturn (Strength: 05.78)

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.

Venus square Saturn (Strength: 02.76)

It is not easy for you to relate well with others, and this may hinder your social relationships. In truth, you don't want to deal with the responsibility of a close personal relationship. This causes you to become defensive with those you love--you are afraid of the demands they will make upon you. This can be traced to an early rejection in life--possibly by a parent. Because of this rejection you built walls around yourself in order to avoid further hurt.

Perhaps you feel that you were not meant to enjoy happy relationships in your life. But if you will learn to accept others as they are and are willing to compromise, you can achieve social and domestic happiness. There is nothing different about experiencing difficulties in relating to others. Everyone goes through times of trouble--you are not alone in this.

Once you have learned to make concessions in your dealings with others, you will see that others are willing to do so. Your greatest lessons in life will be achieved through making adjustments to others. After all, everyone has their own idiosyncrasies to deal with--even you. Cultivate a more positive attitude toward life instead of feeling sorry for yourself. Otherwise, you will suffer physically from tension and anxiety through high blood pressure or other illnesses. Give of yourself instead of complaining about others' demands of you.

If you are to be successful in your career, you must learn to deal more easily with others. You can achieve great heights in this area if you are willing to compromise and accept others' shortcomings. You could succeed in a career in law, banking, insurance, real estate, or designing. You are well organized and exercise good judgment in your work. All you need to ensure success is to build up your own self-esteem. Others will admire your honesty and integrity.

In your love life you must learn to avoid destructive relationships. Approach your love affairs more realistically--don't expect too much of those you love. This sets you up for disappointment and convinces you that you are not destined for happiness in love. However, this can become a self-fulfilling prediction. Learn to enjoy your lover without making judgments or criticisms.

Mercury sextile Saturn (Strength: 02.63)

This aspect indicates a well-developed intellectual capacity. You are undoubtedly well-informed and state your opinion confidently on subjects which interest you. You have a strong curiosity and seek to learn all you can, and your storehouse of knowledge is extensive. You are thoughtful of others, resourceful, organized, and self-confident.

You realized early in life that you have a duty to yourself to develop your skills and talents. The range of occupations available to you is wide because of your ability to accomplish whatever you set out to learn. You would do well in education, science, research, mining, conservation of natural resources, government, politics or architecture. Success does not come to you by luck, but by careful planning, persistence and determination.

As a child you may have felt that you didn't fit in with others in your age group. Because of your highly developed intellect, you may have been more comfortable with adults than with your peers. You have fantastic comprehension and memory skills, and you may have found school slow and boring if you were required to slow down to the pace of the average student.

Others admire your knowledge and insatiable curiosity (your superiors as well as your inferiors). Once you succeed in your chosen field, consider writing a book on your experiences. Such a book could have an enormous impact on others, and of course it would be very well researched and documented.

You admire people who are honest, sincere and mature; your friends and lovers share a mutual respect with you. Communication and intellectual stimulation is more important to you than sex. It is possible that in your later years you will take on a much younger partner.

Sun conjunct Mars (Strength: 02.13)

You are very strong-willed and are not likely to compromise in your relationships with others. You simply must express yourself and are not willing to "hide your light under a bushel" for anyone or anything. Others may see you as arrogant or egocentric, and indeed this aspect can indicate such a tendency. Certainly you are self-confident and could use this drive and ambition to get where you want to go.

This aspect indicates that you have great inner strength, and usually great physical strength as well. You enjoy competition and are a formidable opponent. With your enthusiasm for your goal, you can be an effective leader. Just be sure to remain flexible enough to accept advice. With this aspect, you don't take criticism very well. Don't see it as a personal attack if someone suggests a better way of doing things. Remain open and you will have less resistance on your climb to the top.

With these qualities, you would do well in competitive sports, exploration, military or police work, or other "dangerous" careers. You would also do well in intellectual areas, such as medicine or law. In order to succeed in the professional world, you must learn to pay attention to details in order to avoid having to do things over to correct errors. Control your impulse to rush through projects; cover all your bases.

You have a strong sex drive and can become irritable or even violent when you have no outlet for it. If a lover does not live up to your sexual expectations, you will grow to resent them and become insensitive to their feelings. Compromise is not your strong suit anyway, and you must be especially careful about conflict situations in your personal relationships.

The Eighth House

The Eighth House relates to the physical structure of your public self. It therefore covers buildings and real estate. It covers energies emanating from your body, so it controls sexual attraction and death. Aquarius is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Uranus. Uranus in Virgo is disposited by Mercury.

(1961-1969)

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.

Uranus in the Third House

You have a curious and inventive mind, and you frequently change your mind. With your lightning quick thinking, you would be a good writer or public speaker. You are very restless and impatient. Following your strong desire for travel, you may visit many foreign lands. As a child you were probably influenced by an adult role model who had very unorthodox beliefs.

Moon square Uranus (Strength: 06.64)

You can be very impulsive emotionally. Your temper is easily sparked, and you can explode at those you love most. You must learn to control your temper, and face the fact that you cannot always have things your way. You may appear emotionally erratic to others.

You are quite talented and could be a good: teacher, politician, writer, or researcher. You are a believer in equal rights and may defy authority when it does not appear to be honoring someone's rights.

You must be willing to meet your partner halfway for marriage to work. You believe that marriage means one partner being dominant over the other. Yet you really need an egalitarian relationship. You must convince yourself that this is possible before you can achieve it.

You can be impatient and impulsive, and therefore may seem "accident prone." You may not have been allowed to assert your will as a child. So you tend to defy authority by rejecting the responsibility that it imposes. You are a rebel at heart.

Mercury square Uranus (Strength: 05.50)

Your ideas and beliefs are different from most people's, and some may consider you eccentric. In fact, you are very intelligent and talented; it's just that you are an intellectual rebel. You refuse to limit your thinking only to known and accepted facts, and you will even defy logic in your search for ultimate truth. The rules of others mean little to you, and so you don't hesitate to break them.

The causes for which you fight are not common or ordinary in any way, and in fact they may seem outrageous to others. You could succeed in such careers as education, social services, science or politics. But before you can succeed in life, however, you will need to drop your self-righteousness, impulsiveness, arrogance and impatience with "the establishment." Learn some humility and caution. In your dealings with others, be careful to "engage brain before opening mouth."

You will improve with age and experience, and you have the intellectual talents to help you solve life's problems. But you need to develop more self-discipline and responsibility for your words and actions. Others find you exciting to be around, and indeed you are. But sometimes you can be strongly opinionated and immovable in your position.

In your personal relationships, however, you may have difficulty compromising with your partner and consequently may change lovers often. You say things that you don't mean out of fear and insecurity and then have problems smoothing things over. You can be very stubborn in matters of the heart, and you need someone who can understand you and get through your obstinacy.

Uranus sextile Neptune (Strength: 02.30)

You were born during a time when there was a great deal of unrest among America's youth (in the mid to late 1960s). Our universities were the breeding ground for revolutionary minds, and young adults began crying out against social injustice and corrupt governments. As you mature and come into power, your generation will complete the tasks begun in the late 1960s. Therefore, you and others born during this time period have retained the quality of that time. You are a revolutionary thinker, and you are suspicious of any attempt by organizations or governments to withhold or distort truths in an attempt to control the masses.

Persons with this aspect will insist on living life their way. They will not compromise their values and will not hesitate to loudly voice their opinions. People born during this time become social activists very young and will be quick to demand that their interests be represented in government. Individual rights are very important to members of your generation, and you will not be forced into anything. And you will not hesitate to take on City Hall if you deem it necessary.

In your love life, you may find it easier to relate to those close to your own age, for they will share the perspective of this aspect.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Ninth House

The Ninth House controls activity by your public self. It covers mental expression and public activities such as lecturing, publishing, and traveling. Pisces is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Neptune. Neptune in Scorpio is disposited by Pluto.

(1955-1970)

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.

Neptune in the Fifth House

You have an active imagination and are highly creative. With your flair for drama, you could be an entertainer. At the very least, you enjoy being involved in the entertainment industry. If you have any children, they will be unusual and may even require special care. Avoid a tendency to overidealize your lovers, for this can lead to disappointment and frustration.

Venus trine Neptune (Strength: 03.59)

You are creative and talented and have a keen appreciation for the arts--music, dance, literature, art. Others will find your works of art inspiring and imaginative. Your inner sensitivity and romanticism shines through in your creations. In general, others find you comfortable and soothing to be with. They may see a mysterious, elusive quality about you, and may even find this intriguing.

It is not common for you to judge others harshly, for you prefer to be understanding and sympathetic to others. You will offer your support to anyone, even someone who has let you down, as long as you believe they are making a sincere effort to grow. Others trust you and may come to you with their problems. They recognize your inner spiritual wisdom and deep compassion.

Although you are blessed with abundant creativity and talent, it is up to you not to waste this gift. In a career, you could express your talents through dance, drama, singing, and other performing arts. Your supervisors and coworkers find your charm and grace endearing and will see you as a pleasant addition to their work environment. There is rarely a sense of competition between you and your coworkers. You are too sensitive for such an abrasive energy and prefer to cooperate for the mutual satisfaction of all.

You are attracted to others who are striving for self-improvement and who are idealistic about effecting social change. You are an idealist yourself, as well as being spiritually aware, and you have strong convictions about what is needed to improve the condition of our planet. Don't let others convince you that this is merely a dream. There is such a thing as magic.

Uranus sextile Neptune (Strength: 02.30)

You were born during a time when there was a great deal of unrest among America's youth (in the mid to late 1960s). Our universities were the breeding ground for revolutionary minds, and young adults began crying out against social injustice and corrupt governments. As you mature and come into power, your generation will complete the tasks begun in the late 1960s. Therefore, you and others born during this time period have retained the quality of that time. You are a revolutionary thinker, and you are suspicious of any attempt by organizations or governments to withhold or distort truths in an attempt to control the masses.

Persons with this aspect will insist on living life their way. They will not compromise their values and will not hesitate to loudly voice their opinions. People born during this time become social activists very young and will be quick to demand that their interests be represented in government. Individual rights are very important to members of your generation, and you will not be forced into anything. And you will not hesitate to take on City Hall if you deem it necessary.

In your love life, you may find it easier to relate to those close to your own age, for they will share the perspective of this aspect.

Saturn inconjunct Neptune (Strength: 01.16)

This aspect gives you the unique combination of a great deal of talent and capabilities, yet very little self-esteem. As a result, you may spend a great deal of your time and resources proving your self-worth through groups and organizations designed to alleviate insufferable social conditions. To help others in this way is a very positive expression of this aspect, as long as you do not become a martyr to any cause and take on much more than your share of society's overall responsibility for these problems. Just remember, if you become drained and your resources are exhausted, you will not be a very effective warrior in the battle for a better world.

You may find it fulfilling to align yourself with a spiritual or religious program. This can also be very positive as long as you are very clear about the goals of the program and they are identical to your own goals. Most importantly, you must be sure that you are serving yourself as well as others by being true to your own conscience. Do not let yourself be talked into doing something on behalf of the group that you would not do of your own choice.

Be careful to follow your physical health carefully. With this aspect you are prone to illnesses which are difficult to diagnose. It is great to try to heal yourself, but if this does not seem to be working, you must be willing to consult a professional. Your immune system is weaker than most, so you should avoid being around people with contagious diseases.

Venus sextile Pluto (Strength: 03.02)

You have an ability to see through people's outer appearance and identify their true motives. Therefore, it is very hard for someone to deceive you. You cannot tolerate people in positions of authority who abuse their power over people. The misuse of public funds is tantamount to outright robbery to you, and you will do anything you can to expose government officials who are corrupt. You feel so strongly on this issue that you will not hesitate to use the media or any other resource to accomplish your ends.

In terms of a career, you would do well as a financial advisor, lawyer (especially working with wills and trusts), insurance agent, or other position calling for the management of resources. Such a position would allow you to express yourself creatively for the enrichment (materially and otherwise) of others.

You admire people who develop to their fullest potential in life, and your closest friends and lovers are ambitious and dedicated. You require harmony in your relationships in order to be happy, and you will not settle for a superficial fling. Communication with your lover is very important to you, and you will explore the deepest inner recesses of each other's being; idle chit-chat would soon bore you.

In your love life, you are very discriminating in your choice of partners. Intensely passionate sex is also important to you, and it is not always easy to find a lover who can handle your level of intensity. Although your sexual nature is strong, you have firm control over your desires and needs.

Early in life you picked up strong opinions about love and marriage, and you are not willing to settle for less than the "real thing." Superficial relationships are a waste of time to you.

The Midheaven and Tenth House

The Midheaven and Tenth House relate to the character of your public environment. They describe your career and contribution to the world. During childhood they can describe the father. Aries is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mars. Mars in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Mars in Cancer

You are very intuitive and highly sympathetic toward the needs of others. You can become very emotional when you are feeling insecure. Yet most of the time your calm exterior adequately masks the extent of your emotions. You are very intuitive and are probably interested in occult and metaphysical matters.

Although you are ambitious and hard-working, your greatest comfort comes from having a comfortable and peaceful home. Because you are so sensitive, you can become quite moody and defensive with others. All this emotion can create too much acid in your stomach and result in digestive problems. Make it a point not to eat when you are overly tired or upset.

You are a caring and protective lover and are very responsive to the emotional and physical needs of your partner. You are affectionate and sentimental, and feel most comfortable with your lover in familiar, safe surroundings. Although you only seek to nurture your lover, be careful that you do not come on as being overprotective or smothering.

The rhythm of your sexuality is somewhat unpredictable; your desire may build up for a long time before you act upon it, and then your intensity is surprising. Do your lover a favor and let them know when you are getting amorous. Then you can both be prepared and relax into joyful, loving play.

Mars in the Twelfth House

You tend to put the needs of others before your own, and if you are not careful, people will take advantage of your good nature. It is difficult for you to take an action which could in any way harm others, and for this reason you often find yourself immobilized and unable to act at all. Remember that you certainly cannot please everyone all the time, so you may as well try to please yourself.

Sun conjunct Mars (Strength: 02.13)

You are very strong-willed and are not likely to compromise in your relationships with others. You simply must express yourself and are not willing to "hide your light under a bushel" for anyone or anything. Others may see you as arrogant or egocentric, and indeed this aspect can indicate such a tendency. Certainly you are self-confident and could use this drive and ambition to get where you want to go.

This aspect indicates that you have great inner strength, and usually great physical strength as well. You enjoy competition and are a formidable opponent. With your enthusiasm for your goal, you can be an effective leader. Just be sure to remain flexible enough to accept advice. With this aspect, you don't take criticism very well. Don't see it as a personal attack if someone suggests a better way of doing things. Remain open and you will have less resistance on your climb to the top.

With these qualities, you would do well in competitive sports, exploration, military or police work, or other "dangerous" careers. You would also do well in intellectual areas, such as medicine or law. In order to succeed in the professional world, you must learn to pay attention to details in order to avoid having to do things over to correct errors. Control your impulse to rush through projects; cover all your bases.

You have a strong sex drive and can become irritable or even violent when you have no outlet for it. If a lover does not live up to your sexual expectations, you will grow to resent them and become insensitive to their feelings. Compromise is not your strong suit anyway, and you must be especially careful about conflict situations in your personal relationships.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Eleventh House

The Eleventh House describes energy flow involving the structure of your public environment. This includes altruistic, humanitarian social networking by you. Taurus is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Venus. Venus in Cancer is disposited by The Moon.

Venus in Cancer

Although you may be shy and quiet, you have considerable charm. You treat loved ones with sympathy and tenderness, providing the emotional nurturing that they need. It is important that you have the love and devotion of your friends and family. This provides you with a wonderful sense of inner security. Just be careful that you do not let others take advantage of your generosity. There will always be those who will try.

Your home is very important to you, and you will want your living environment to be peaceful and comfortable. From an early age, you have been closely tied to your family, especially your mother. Since you have a need to relate to others, you would do well in occupations such as teaching or health care.

You seek a deep love in which you can merge souls and personalities with your lover. You are totally devoted to your mate, and you seek such devotion in return. Be careful that this devotion does not turn into jealousy and possessiveness, which could result in your lover feeling trapped. Remember that a truly strong relationship is based on two strong individuals who share mutual goals.

Your sexual appetite is quite strong, partly because you allow your sexual energy to build for a while before releasing it. If you find this to be frustrating, try communicating your needs to your partner before you reach that point. They can only satisfy your needs if they are aware of them.

Venus in the First House

With your natural charm and magnetic personality, you have a way of winning people over to your arguments. You are probably physically attractive and will maintain this quality well into your later years. You have a deep appreciation for art and enjoy surrounding yourself with beautiful objects. Your love life is very important to you, and you feel a lack if you have no partner in your life.

Venus trine Neptune (Strength: 03.59)

You are creative and talented and have a keen appreciation for the arts--music, dance, literature, art. Others will find your works of art inspiring and imaginative. Your inner sensitivity and romanticism shines through in your creations. In general, others find you comfortable and soothing to be with. They may see a mysterious, elusive quality about you, and may even find this intriguing.

It is not common for you to judge others harshly, for you prefer to be understanding and sympathetic to others. You will offer your support to anyone, even someone who has let you down, as long as you believe they are making a sincere effort to grow. Others trust you and may come to you with their problems. They recognize your inner spiritual wisdom and deep compassion.

Although you are blessed with abundant creativity and talent, it is up to you not to waste this gift. In a career, you could express your talents through dance, drama, singing, and other performing arts. Your supervisors and coworkers find your charm and grace endearing and will see you as a pleasant addition to their work environment. There is rarely a sense of competition between you and your coworkers. You are too sensitive for such an abrasive energy and prefer to cooperate for the mutual satisfaction of all.

You are attracted to others who are striving for self-improvement and who are idealistic about effecting social change. You are an idealist yourself, as well as being spiritually aware, and you have strong convictions about what is needed to improve the condition of our planet. Don't let others convince you that this is merely a dream. There is such a thing as magic.

Venus sextile Pluto (Strength: 03.02)

You have an ability to see through people's outer appearance and identify their true motives. Therefore, it is very hard for someone to deceive you. You cannot tolerate people in positions of authority who abuse their power over people. The misuse of public funds is tantamount to outright robbery to you, and you will do anything you can to expose government officials who are corrupt. You feel so strongly on this issue that you will not hesitate to use the media or any other resource to accomplish your ends.

In terms of a career, you would do well as a financial advisor, lawyer (especially working with wills and trusts), insurance agent, or other position calling for the management of resources. Such a position would allow you to express yourself creatively for the enrichment (materially and otherwise) of others.

You admire people who develop to their fullest potential in life, and your closest friends and lovers are ambitious and dedicated. You require harmony in your relationships in order to be happy, and you will not settle for a superficial fling. Communication with your lover is very important to you, and you will explore the deepest inner recesses of each other's being; idle chit-chat would soon bore you.

In your love life, you are very discriminating in your choice of partners. Intensely passionate sex is also important to you, and it is not always easy to find a lover who can handle your level of intensity. Although your sexual nature is strong, you have firm control over your desires and needs.

Early in life you picked up strong opinions about love and marriage, and you are not willing to settle for less than the "real thing." Superficial relationships are a waste of time to you.

Venus square Saturn (Strength: 02.76)

It is not easy for you to relate well with others, and this may hinder your social relationships. In truth, you don't want to deal with the responsibility of a close personal relationship. This causes you to become defensive with those you love--you are afraid of the demands they will make upon you. This can be traced to an early rejection in life--possibly by a parent. Because of this rejection you built walls around yourself in order to avoid further hurt.

Perhaps you feel that you were not meant to enjoy happy relationships in your life. But if you will learn to accept others as they are and are willing to compromise, you can achieve social and domestic happiness. There is nothing different about experiencing difficulties in relating to others. Everyone goes through times of trouble--you are not alone in this.

Once you have learned to make concessions in your dealings with others, you will see that others are willing to do so. Your greatest lessons in life will be achieved through making adjustments to others. After all, everyone has their own idiosyncrasies to deal with--even you. Cultivate a more positive attitude toward life instead of feeling sorry for yourself. Otherwise, you will suffer physically from tension and anxiety through high blood pressure or other illnesses. Give of yourself instead of complaining about others' demands of you.

If you are to be successful in your career, you must learn to deal more easily with others. You can achieve great heights in this area if you are willing to compromise and accept others' shortcomings. You could succeed in a career in law, banking, insurance, real estate, or designing. You are well organized and exercise good judgment in your work. All you need to ensure success is to build up your own self-esteem. Others will admire your honesty and integrity.

In your love life you must learn to avoid destructive relationships. Approach your love affairs more realistically--don't expect too much of those you love. This sets you up for disappointment and convinces you that you are not destined for happiness in love. However, this can become a self-fulfilling prediction. Learn to enjoy your lover without making judgments or criticisms.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

The Twelfth House

The Twelfth House controls activity and change within your public environment. The energies of this house describe selfless service to the public, creating work or problems for the self, activities to dissolve the self, and solitary retreat. Gemini is on the cusp of this house, so it is ruled by Mercury. Mercury in Gemini is disposited by Mercury.

Mercury in Gemini

Mercury is the natural ruler of Gemini and is very comfortable in that sign. You have a clear, rational mind as well as a sharp wit and sense of humor. Your imagination is very active, and it imperative that you do not allow yourself to become bored intellectually. Your intellect is well-developed and you may have natural linguistic abilities. Since you have a knack for communication, others will find you to be a stimulating conversationalist.

Your mind moves so fast that you must sometimes slow it down on purpose. Otherwise, you may tend to overwork your mind and may even risk nervous breakdown. Although you are very curious and quick to grasp new concepts, you must develop patience with others who are slower to understand. Also be careful not to speak too quickly in anger without thinking your words over carefully. You can do great damage with hurtful words when you are angry.

To make fullest use of your sharp mind and wit, you need to develop the ability to focus your scattered energy on one project at a time. Otherwise, you will be a Jack or Jill of all trades, knowing a little bit about everything but not much about anything. You should also avoid worrying about what's going to happen tomorrow. If you become too preoccupied with uncertainty, you could worry yourself sick. Instead, develop a greater confidence in your own intellectual abilities. This will greatly increase your effectiveness.

You very much enjoy relating to others and communicating your ideas. Others may see you as a "chatterbox" because you talk rather quickly and abundantly. Learn to speak only when you have something important to say, not just because you feel like talking.

Mercury in the Twelfth House

You are extremely sensitive and have an active imagination. Yet you may feel shy about sharing your ideas with others because you fear they will not approve. With experience you will learn to trust your highly developed intuition. You enjoy spending time alone away from others in order to ponder your own mind and daydream. Avoid a tendency to worry excessively over your own problems or those of others.

Moon opposite Mercury (Strength: 06.85)

It is difficult for you to achieve balance between your emotions and your intellect, and you often feel confused in your relationships with others. You may "fly off the handle" rather easily, and at times you can be difficult to reason with. At other times you will react in a cold, distant manner. If this tendency gets out of control, you can alienate all but the best of friends. It's not that you are intending to do so; you have a talent for offending others without meaning to.

Before making any decisions involving your relationships, be sure you listen carefully to everyone else's side. Learn the fine art of compromise and you will find it easier to peacefully coexist with others. Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions; remember to give others the benefit of a doubt. If you can consciously become more tactful and patient with others, you will feel better about yourself--and so will they.

You may have difficulties in your chosen career unless you can develop more skill at negotiation and compromise. Learn to accept your failures gracefully and admit when you are wrong. Making mistakes is the way we all learn; instant perfection is impossible. When others criticize your work or point out your mistakes, don't take it so personally. Welcome the feedback of those who would like to help you sharpen up your skills and become more professional.

You may encounter conflict in your domestic life, for you do not back down easily from an argument. Worry is one of your favorite pastimes, and you may cry on the shoulders of your friends rather frequently. Resist any temptation to spread gossip (even if it is founded in truth). This could backfire against you and alienate you from your neighbors. Also, resist any urge to lavishly spend money; getting in debt is easy for you--getting out is not.

Mercury square Uranus (Strength: 05.50)

Your ideas and beliefs are different from most people's, and some may consider you eccentric. In fact, you are very intelligent and talented; it's just that you are an intellectual rebel. You refuse to limit your thinking only to known and accepted facts, and you will even defy logic in your search for ultimate truth. The rules of others mean little to you, and so you don't hesitate to break them.

The causes for which you fight are not common or ordinary in any way, and in fact they may seem outrageous to others. You could succeed in such careers as education, social services, science or politics. But before you can succeed in life, however, you will need to drop your self-righteousness, impulsiveness, arrogance and impatience with "the establishment." Learn some humility and caution. In your dealings with others, be careful to "engage brain before opening mouth."

You will improve with age and experience, and you have the intellectual talents to help you solve life's problems. But you need to develop more self-discipline and responsibility for your words and actions. Others find you exciting to be around, and indeed you are. But sometimes you can be strongly opinionated and immovable in your position.

In your personal relationships, however, you may have difficulty compromising with your partner and consequently may change lovers often. You say things that you don't mean out of fear and insecurity and then have problems smoothing things over. You can be very stubborn in matters of the heart, and you need someone who can understand you and get through your obstinacy.

Mercury sextile Saturn (Strength: 02.63)

This aspect indicates a well-developed intellectual capacity. You are undoubtedly well-informed and state your opinion confidently on subjects which interest you. You have a strong curiosity and seek to learn all you can, and your storehouse of knowledge is extensive. You are thoughtful of others, resourceful, organized, and self-confident.

You realized early in life that you have a duty to yourself to develop your skills and talents. The range of occupations available to you is wide because of your ability to accomplish whatever you set out to learn. You would do well in education, science, research, mining, conservation of natural resources, government, politics or architecture. Success does not come to you by luck, but by careful planning, persistence and determination.

As a child you may have felt that you didn't fit in with others in your age group. Because of your highly developed intellect, you may have been more comfortable with adults than with your peers. You have fantastic comprehension and memory skills, and you may have found school slow and boring if you were required to slow down to the pace of the average student.

Others admire your knowledge and insatiable curiosity (your superiors as well as your inferiors). Once you succeed in your chosen field, consider writing a book on your experiences. Such a book could have an enormous impact on others, and of course it would be very well researched and documented.