Tom Cruise Astrological Chart

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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.

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.

With your Moon in Leo you are warm, loving and outgoing. Your favorite relationships are those which encourage mutual growth--whether they be love relationships, friendships or business partnerships. You are not afraid to meet others halfway in order to accomplish this.

With this Moon placement you are highly idealistic and should exercise discrimination in choosing your friends and lovers. Don't settle for less than what you want in your personal relationships. Otherwise you will begin to resent the other person and to express disappointment in them.

You love children and may actually have difficulty cutting the apron strings when they grow up. Your children know they are loved and will return your affection with the utmost respect. They are inspired by your example, which encourages them to develop a healthy measure of self-confidence and optimism about life.

In business you usually emerge as a leader. At the very least, you are capable of exercising authority in a benevolent fashion and therefore make a good supervisor. Others respect you and are encouraged by your sense of pride in your work. Just be sure you don't take on too much responsibility. Be willing to share some of the burden with others when needed.

Since you enjoy the social scene, you need a partner who is similarly inclined. You love being the center of attention, as this is a great ego boost for you. You enjoy the company of many varied friends, so your love partner must be able to look beyond petty jealousies and share you with the rest of the world.

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.

You are a kind, compassionate, generous and loyal lover, and you will lavish your loved ones with affection and gifts. As a host you are attentive and feel that nothing is too good for your guests. You are often disappointed, however, when others are not as gracious a host as you are. Learn not to take it personally; not everyone has such a grand flair for drama.

Physical appearances are important to you, both in yourself and in those around you. Don't allow yourself to be deceived by false pretenses and taken advantage of by a pretty face. Learn to look deeper than skin level for the beauty in everyone. This is where you will find a person's true quality.

As a lover you are very sensual and enjoy lovemaking which stimulates the entire body rather than just isolated erogenous zones. Tickling and body massage (especially foot massage) are some of your favorite sensual treats. You will insist on the very finest surroundings for your courting and lovemaking. Second best is not good enough.

You enjoy lavishing your partner with love and affection, and you want the same treatment in return. You require excitement and adventure in your love life. An affair which becomes too predictable or tame will not endure. If you decide that your lover is not earning your loyalty, you can quickly retract it.

You are very persistent and patient when striving toward your goals. This is largely because you are too stubborn to give up. You also have powerful creative abilities and perhaps have developed a craft.

Money and other material possessions are important to you, and you prefer to surround yourself with the best quality you can find. One of the lessons of this placement is to realize that intangible things also have great value. Another lesson is to learn to share the great bounty that you acquire for yourself.

You enjoy a great deal of sensual contact with your partner and need someone who is likewise predisposed to being "touchy- feely." You need secure and stable relationships but need to avoid getting stuck in a rut. At times you can be very stubborn and even may become jealous and possessive. You show your love through affection and by lavishing your partner with gifts, especially those you make with your own hands.

In sexual encounters you are slow to become aroused but then can exercise a great deal of endurance in lovemaking. You seek a long-term relationship which will provide you with a constant source of love and sexual stimulation. Ups and downs in relationships can be upsetting to you.

You are highly intuitive, sympathetic and compassionate. Because of your increased sensitivity, your emotional reactions to stressful situations can be very extreme. You would derive great satisfaction from working with others to bring about needed social reforms; you also have natural healing abilities. Be sure you make time to get away from the tension of day-to-day life to relax and heal your sensitive nature.

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

You are confident and well-organized, and have excellent leadership abilities. Since you find it difficult to tolerate restrictions of any kind, you can be defiant and rebellious toward authority. You do not follow trends, and in fact your values are usually different from what others consider to be acceptable in society. You will learn a great deal through sudden ups and downs in your love life.

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.

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

You have many friends from all walks of life, but few close ones. During many lifetimes you have worked with groups toward positive change, and now you feel most effective as a member of a larger team. Your challenge is to develop your own individual will and strength without relying on your friends for help. For greatest satisfaction, find ways to satisfy your own ego and still serve the needs of humanity. Dare to risk your freedom by becoming emotionally involved; relate straight from your heart rather than intellectually.

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

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

You are very talented, but you may not be motivated to do anything about it. You tend to start many projects but finish few of them. You learn quickly and then rush on to the next new item.

You are extremely psychic and have the ability to seemingly pick up information out of thin air. As a child you may have been bored by teachers who seemed to be giving you information you already knew. You learn so easily that you find no challenge in it. Therefore, it is difficult to move you to take action.

You will face few challenges in your life that seem insurmountable. Your greatest vice is that of procrastination. You may operate best being self-employed. Then you can operate at your own pace, with no one depending on you to meet their schedules. You would do well in: art, drama, writing, education and research.

You must have mutual trust in your close relationships. Although you are devoted to your mate, you allow him or her a great deal of personal freedom (and it is probably mutual). You would greatly enjoy children and a stable family life.

You are a very generous person--toward yourself as well as others. Your optimism and self-confidence inspire others, and they find you a comfort to be around. Therefore, others often come to you with their problems in order to be reassured by your positive attitude. Children are especially drawn to you.

You are blessed with the gift of creativity, but you must provide the impetus to use it constructively. This aspect can give you an erroneous feeling that everything will be fine, even if you don't take any action to make it so. For this reason, you may have a somewhat lazy attitude toward life--unless other aspects in your chart provide the needed motivation to put your creative ideas into action.

Since you are not inclined to work in a hectic atmosphere, you would do best in an occupation in the creative arts. You could succeed in education, writing, philosophy, law, medicine, theater or working with animals. You prefer a career which does not make excessive demands upon you. You do not seek out challenges but prefer to be left to your own creative projects.

It is generally easy for you to get along well with others. You are not overly discriminating when it comes to choosing your friends, and therefore you have associates from all walks of life. You prefer simple people and will give freely of yourself to your loved ones. For this reason, you must be cautious of those who would seek to take advantage of your generous nature.

In your love life you are direct and to the point. You seek a mate who is somewhat sophisticated, moral, and who has good taste. Crass individuals turn you off, as do those who have a negative attitude toward life. You admire common sense and an understanding nature much more than a high education or social status.

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

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

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

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

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

You have tremendous drive and a strong need to pursue your goals unhindered. At times this drive can override your better judgment and you regret your impulsive acts. Learn to exercise more self-control; look at all the details before making a major move. Make it a habit to get your contracts in writing--and as many guarantees as you can.

And don't be disappointed if you can't make all your dreams come true tomorrow. Although you may not always reach the epitome of success on your projects, learn to be thankful for the small, measured steps you take toward realizing your goals. Just because you don't see immediate and overwhelming results, this does not mean that your effort was wasted.

Learn to be patient and you will achieve a great deal more. It may take a while to achieve your objectives, but you will maintain them much longer. First, it is important to lay down a solid foundation. This ensures that whatever you build up in your life will be more permanent. Remember--everything in moderation.

In your love life you are afraid of the emotional responsibility which accompanies major commitments such as marriage. You have strong desires, however, and you are a romantic at heart. Learn to be responsible in affairs of the heart. In the meantime, your partner will have to be satisfied with a "live-in lover" situation while you avoid tying the knot.

Be careful not to act impulsively when dealing with machinery. By all means, observe all safety rules. Don't take on more than you can realistically handle--if in doubt, avoid it. If you find yourself in a supervisory position on the job, don't push your employees too hard. You cannot compare their motivation level to your own.

Because of your deep sense of spirituality, you are inspired to make your life as rich as possible on all levels. You also wish to help all those whose surroundings are bleaker than your own. You are idealistic enough to see the good in every person and/or situation, and for this reason you can be very effective in identifying problems and taking action to solve them.

You are rather sophisticated and have a keen appreciation of the finer arts. Since this aspect is considered a "lucky" one, you will probably be successful in your life (assuming that other negative aspects to Jupiter and Neptune do not conflict with this). You may even be in a position to create or develop programs aimed at helping poor people realize their full potential in life.

Whatever you choose as a career, you will be highly creative and imaginative. You would do well in education, writing, art, or in spiritual groups. You have a strong interest in the occult sciences and have considerable psychic abilities. Others are drawn to your spiritual strength and will come to you with their problems. Giving sympathy and understanding to those in need is a very gratifying spiritual experience for you.

You will be happiest when you are serving others, and you want to make a significant contribution to the Earth in general. In seeking a mate you will look for spiritual awareness as well as social refinement. A purely casual one-night-stand leaves you cold.

You have little problem getting along with others because of your willingness to compromise. Friends appreciate your good nature and your social grace. You are very careful not to offend others, although you will not agree with someone when you know they are wrong. You have the ability to state your opinions in such a way that you threaten no one.

Though you are not violently argumentative, you are a good debater. Even in personal conversations, you converse with confidence and are able to back up what you say with facts. As a matter of fact, public speaking would be a good career choice for you, as could the dramatic arts. You could also be a good writer and have an in-born talent for expressing yourself.

You are intimidated by intense competition and may prefer to work alone or with small groups. You can inspire your co- workers with your good judgment and ability to keep peace through compromise.

You have the ability to turn ideas into income and should not be afraid to pursue your dreams. Just be careful that you do not expect others to take your risks for you. Instead, minimize your risks by researching your idea thoroughly before investing. If you feel apprehensive about this, stick to investments that bring short-term results instead of tying up your cash for long periods of time.

Verbal communication will play a major role in your personal relationships. You will use your verbal skills in lovemaking, enticing your lover with descriptions of your sexual intentions toward him or her. This would be a healthy way to live out your sexual fantasies.

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.

Your social values often differ markedly from those of most of society, and your search for the meaning of life can create conflict with others. You challenge others' beliefs and the beliefs of society in general by asserting your own. As a result you can alienate the very people you should be befriending--those who are in a position to help you bring about the dramatic changes in social attitudes that you desire. You feel that you have a mission to serve your fellow man (or woman).

You are drawn to positions of power, and you could have a tendency to take advantage of this power by running other people's lives. Although you may gain financial power over others, be careful not to misuse it. Otherwise you will suffer greatly through the boomerang effect. Whatever your chosen career, be sure that it is highly ethical and legal. Remember that what may seem perfect for you may be entirely wrong for the rest of society. Don't fly too strongly in the face of tradition, or you may encounter opposition.

If you feel motivated to help correct social injustices, this could be a way to positively use the energies of this aspect. You have a flair for drama and can communicate well both to the general public and to the media. You can offer a great deal to those around you, but they will not want your help if you come across with arrogance.

In your relationships you may from time to time have an urge to totally rearrange everything or to scrap one lover for something more meaningful. If you are fortunate you will find a lover who understands your needs and can encourage you to make necessary changes in your relationship in order to avoid stagnation.

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

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

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

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

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

As with most inconjuncts, this aspect indicates insecurity and a lack of self esteem. You are sometimes downright reckless with your health and may suffer physically as a result. On the emotional and psychological level also, you have a tendency to accept abuse from others. Because of your inability to say no when you should, you fear having demands made on you by others.

You may feel that you are repaying some debt from earlier in your life (or in a past life) for past transgressions. It is wonderful to be a helpful and compassionate person, but be sure you are not driven by a misplaced sense of guilt. Sometimes the best way for you to help someone is to say "no." Then they will have to muster up the strength to do it on their own.

In your career you are not terribly ambitious and may even prefer to work behind the scenes. Although your ability to perform your job well may be impressive, you don't "put yourself out there" enough to be noticed by those in charge. Because of this you may be passed up for promotions or find that others get credit for work you have done. Sometimes it is necessary to cause a little stir to protect your rights, even if it may feel uncomfortable to do so. As long as you allow others to take credit for your achievements, they will continue to do so.

It is best that you become self-sufficient in life and allow others to be the same. Once you have established yourself as a strong individual, success is possible. You will operate at your own pace, however, and you should not compare the "progress" of others with your own. It's all a matter of perception. Instead of trying to change yourself in order to be accepted by others, to express yourself the way you feel is best for you. Others are not really better than you at what they do, just different.

Be sure to take time out to relax and to recharge your batteries. You are particularly susceptible to tension- related illnesses such as poor circulation and digestion problems. Treat yourself as well as you try to treat others, and you will be O.K.

Others find you quite charming and are charged by your vitality and high energy level. Your circle of friends is a wide one, and you generally enjoy warm friendships with those close to you. People find you pleasant to be around and are inspired by your enthusiasm for life. You are able to learn from your mistakes and to remain optimistic about the future.

You have an explosive temper when provoked and are generally impulsive in your reactions to others. Because you know this about yourself, you are very careful to control your feelings at least until you have come to a logical conclusion regarding the situation. An emotional outburst seems to be your way of "clearing the air," and once the storm has passed all trespasses are forgotten and forgiven. You don't generally hold a grudge.

Because you are aware of your tendency to react emotionally to others and have therefore learned to use logic first, you would do well in the field of public relations. You are sensitive enough to be sympathetic to others, yet you are able to be logical in your reaction. If you feel your rights are challenged, you will fight vigorously to defend them.

Your home life is a source of joy and pleasure and provides a safe haven away from the pressures of your career. Learn to leave your work at the office and enjoy relaxing at home with loved ones. Do not eat when you are angry.

In your case, the heart rules the head. Your emotional drives are strong and you act primarily on the basis of your feelings. Whether your feelings are purely personal, interpersonal, or transpersonal is up to you, but generally you are a life-oriented person who feels keenly and who acts to support your family, friends, and community. You are happiest when you are in a caring relationship with a significant other. That person should be comfortable with the emotional closeness that you bring to relationships, while providing the structure or inspiration that you need. Some of your friends will not be as comfortable with emotional closeness as you are, and you will have to respect their boundaries. You have probably learned over the years how to keep your sensitive nature from being hurt. Don't permanently withdraw, but find the people with whom and the environment in which you can be yourself.

Because of your sensitivity, you easily pick up others' thoughts and feelings. You can anticipate others' needs before they have expressed them. You can usually rely on your intuition when it comes to forecasting the outcome of personal and career decisions. If you decide to use your psychic abilities for healing, learn to let go of the negative feelings that you process from others. Since you are so sensitive, find quiet moments for private introspection in which you can reconnect with what you feel instead of what others feel. You also find it revitalizing to be around large bodies of water.

You do have a need to stop and think things through before acting. Make the effort to communicate with others who may have a more objective viewpoint or who could see solutions that elude you. You can sometimes be criticized for acting from a purely personal perspective, which you could avoid by learning and respecting society's larger viewpoint. You can be very creative in finding paths to your personal goals. Keep the larger viewpoint in mind and later you will not have to try to rationalize to others why you chose those paths.

You are an active, future-oriented person who is not weighed down by past commitments. You take advantage of new opportunities better than most. Life for you can be a vibrant affair in which you passionately pursue causes, lovers, and experiences. You have the self-confidence to be a leader. Competitive and flamboyant, you have little patience for slow people or unexciting work. When an activity interests you, you can be very generous with your time, energy, and money. Find outlets for your gifts of creativity and intuition.

Watch out for a tendency to exaggerate or to be insensitive to others' feelings. More cautious types may envy and resent your free spirit and competitive nature. You get bored easily and may depend on others to finish the projects that you start. When your warmth is guided by love, wisdom, and positive goals you have the ability to heal and inspire others, but when you focus on your self or lack direction, your short-lived passions can affect others in destructive ways.

You may be so focused on the "bigger picture" that you have difficulty managing the many details of life. Balancing your checkbook or leaving your bedroom clean may seem beyond your abilities. Other tasks may be important, but you find it hard to concentrate long enough to complete them. Knowing your own lack of concentration and self-discipline, you may cling to established routines because you know that you are able to do important things through force of habit. If you do not flit from job to job, you could hold onto a job or a relationship for too long because you do not trust that you will be secure without it. Your lack of real world perspective may make it hard for you to distinguish that which really matters from that which is unimportant, so that you sometimes focus on small things while leaving the really big things undone. You may say that you care about money, but unless you have abundant planets in the houses of Substance, you will not execute a detailed plan to get it. If you can avoid driving them crazy, enlist the help of those more grounded than yourself in order to turn your inspirations into reality.

A lack of planets in Earth signs can be offset by an Earth sign ascendant or by abundant planets in the houses of Substance.

Expressing yourself does not come easily to you. You distrust people who are fast, smooth talkers. It may be easier for you to express yourself nonverbally or in writing than it is through speaking. If you also lack planets in the houses of Relationships, you will find the normal avenues of communication and social learning blocked. Your thinking will be personal instead of detached or rational. With the mind's normal communication channels blocked, you learn primarily from experience. Lacking in the ability to view yourself objectively, you gain self-understanding primarily through feedback from others.

Try to see life less personally, in a more objective way. Take classes and never stop educating yourself.

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

With an abundance of planets in Fixed signs, you have the staying power to complete a project, grow a family, or expand a business. Your strength is what friends notice most about you. You have definite values; you focus your affections on the people and things that are part of your team. Friendships formed over time are important to you. You may be found at the center of a circle of friends, a large family, a government agency, or a business. You understand the contribution that stability and security make to prosperity and growth. It throws you off-balance when friends are not as reliable as you are or when love and ideals are not part of your life. Concentrate on developing confidence in yourself, a wholesome world for your family or group, and binding others to you with love. If you have a weakness, it is trouble changing or listening when people tell you a better way to do things. You can handle this weakness by empowering your team, as among them will be individuals who are good at reacting to a constantly changing world.

With a lack of planets in Cardinal signs, you may have trouble starting things. You may be timid about developing and carrying out plans. You would prefer to let others break the first ground of a new venture, so that you can pitch in and help once the outlines of the venture are clear. You probably lack confidence in your mastery of the real world and survival in it. You may substitute a rich inner life for your lack of action in the outer world. In its highest form, you may be unusually creative or spiritually committed. Ideas filter up as you focus on 'being' instead of 'doing'. Watch out for the lower manifestations, which are delegating tasks to others and pitying yourself over the lot that befalls you in life as a result of your lack of direction and initiative. Your different perspective on life gives you valuable insights that let you make real contributions wherever you are.

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