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.

This is a song from the rock musical Hair. That play and the change in consciousness of that period reflect the qualities of Aquarius: individuality, humanitarianism, freedom and brotherly love. Indeed, Aquarians go through life with one foot in the future, and many have been inventors or futuristic writers. Often misunderstood by their peers, they may seem eccentric or spacey. They love to fly in the face of tradition (and maybe even authority), and are very impatient.

Aquarians believe in dealing with others truthfully. But this is a gray area with natives of this sign--not telling all the truth is much different from telling an outright lie. Whether they like you or not, Aquarians will deal with you fairly and honestly. They practice their belief that all beings are equal. Yet, being a fixed sign, they can be enormously stubborn and strongly opinionated. They may even become intellectual bigots, looking down upon those who are not highly developed intellectually. Even though Aquarians will denounce discrimination, they do indeed have their own special prejudices--but they will be different from society's norm (in other words, based on something other than race, creed, sex, etc.).

Aquarians can seem distant and aloof to their loved ones, who may feel as though they are being examined under a microscope or dissected. This is only the Aquarian's effort to achieve objectivity by constantly scrutinizing everything about life. Actually, Aquarians are very understanding lovers; they tolerate others' imperfections, and to others may appear to be a pushover in relationships. But they do have a point beyond which they will not turn the other cheek. Once this line has been crossed, the partner will have a hard time making amends.

In sex, you enjoy variety and inventiveness. Under the right conditions, Aquarians are capable of sustaining open relationships, where both partners are allowed to maintain friends (or lovers) outside the main relationship. Aquarians of both sexes would be most satisfied with a relationship in which both partners have equal autonomy. Otherwise, Aquarius will feel trapped and want out.

You are highly imaginative and can channel this talent into creative work. It is necessary that you maintain a steady rate of mental activity in order to avoid intellectual boredom. This Moon placement favors education, and you would be both a good teacher and a sharp student. It is difficult for you to limit yourself to one activity at a time, and you are constantly looking for new stimulating experiences.

In business you would do well with a strong, practical partner who could keep you grounded. If you can find a partner that you can respect, you will not mind entrusting them with most of the decision-making in your business. It is easier for you to adjust to adulthood if you were allowed plenty of freedom during childhood. If this is denied you, you will probably respond with a classical temper tantrum. But you bounce back quickly and are quick to respond to any emergency. You may seem fearless to others because you take chances that would be too frightening to them.

In your love life you have the ability to handle several relationships simultaneously without anyone getting hurt. You require good communication with your lovers, and they must have a keen sense of humor. A possessive partner would be a source of frustration for you, for you must be allowed to express yourself freely. Be sure your partner is aware of your needs and respects them.

You are not known for your stability, and you need a partner who can understand your dual nature. If you have such a mate, you may not feel the need to lie in order to avoid confrontations. This can be a bad habit of yours. As you age you will retain a youthful look and behavior about you. People with this Moon placement can succeed at "staying young forever."

Mercury in the sign Aquarius has a reputation for being the sign of the genius, as many inventors and scientists have Mercury in this sign. You have a highly original and versatile mind, and you can put your ideas to work in a practical manner. It may be difficult for you to gain acceptance from your own generation for your ideas because with Mercury in Aquarius you are a futuristic thinker. In another 50 years, everyone else will catch up.

Although your friends are very special to you, it is important that you follow your own convictions no matter what others think. With your highly developed intuition, you also have the ability to see through the pretenses of others. You communicate your ideas very clearly so that others can easily understand even the most abstract concepts.

You have a well-balanced concept of human values and view life from the point of view of what is most helpful for the entire planet (or the Universe). You strive to remain detached and objective, so that your judgment can remain clear. This is a good idea, as long as your detachment does not become aloof coolness. You have a natural aptitude for science, both traditional and metaphysical. Since Aquarius rules astrology, Mercury in this sign indicates at least a curiosity about this subject.

Your friends will be your greatest source of mental stimulation, and you will choose friends from every walk of life. With your highly developed sense of intuition you may have psychic abilities, such as telepathy or premonitions. You have an excellent memory, and may be able to recall details of past lives with greater detail than others.

Rather conventional in your values, you look at things for their practical use rather than for decorative appeal. You take life seriously and are probably interested in business and banking matters. Although you may not be a classist, per se, you are definitely conscious of your reputation in the community and pride yourself on being above reproach. You prefer to associate with others who are similarly inclined.

As a friend or lover, you are very loyal and trustworthy. Once you commit yourself to a relationship, you will be a solid and dependable mate. You look at love practically, just as you do the rest of your life. If possible, you would prefer to "marry up"--that is, to marry someone who will make you look good because of their own success or social status.

You are attracted to people who are practical, persevering and accomplished. With this Venus position you certainly recognize true value in a partner when you see it. Security is very important to you--both emotionally and materially. You seek quality in your relationships and will not settle for anything less. You would not last long with a partner who tarnishes your reputation or otherwise threatens to lower your status on the social scene.

Venus in this sign makes you somewhat controlled and reserved in your love life. You are able to be patient and wait for what (or who) you want. Actions speak louder than words to you in your love life, and you will be a tremendously loyal and helpful mate. You seek security in your relationships, and you truly need to be needed. It is important to you that your mate treat you and your relationship with respect.

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

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

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

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

With Jupiter in Sagittarius, its home sign, you are honest, forthright and candid, and have a youthful and optimistic attitude toward life. You enjoy adventure and travel and have a strong curiosity about foreign lands and cultures. With your strong sense of idealism, you can inspire others to build the courage to make needed changes in order that they may grow. You are interested in philosophy, religion and spiritual matters and would make an excellent teacher.

You are highly ambitious and well-organized, and you are willing to work hard to achieve your goals. Since you have a natural ability to put abstract concepts into layperson's terms, you would be an excellent writer or teacher. With your natural talent for finance and science, you would also do well in these fields. Having a good reputation in your community is very important to you. Avoid a tendency to work too hard and neglect your personal life.

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 are somewhat nervous and irritable, and although it may be difficult for you, you need to relax as much as you can. As a matter of fact, it is mandatory for your physical health that you do. Because of your inner insecurities, your self-esteem is quite low. You doubt your own competency when faced with competition, yet you seem to draw others to you who will continually challenge you. In truth, you are exceptionally talented and are using others to draw this out. If you really want to emerge the victor, you can.

It is often difficult for you to get along with others. You can be highly opinionated, but are impatient with and critical of the opinions of others. Learn to listen to others' viewpoints as well as you expect them to listen to yours. Remember--if you knew all there is to know, there would be nothing left for you to learn. Accept the fact that the wisest person is one who recognizes how much he or she does not know.

In a career you would do well in the fields of education, social work or science. You are happiest in a line of work which allows you to exploit your rich creative resources while performing a valued service to society.

You are also competitive in your personal relationships. You are subject to radical swings in mood, which can alienate those closest to you--who, of course, bear the brunt of it. Friends who are not as high-strung as you seem boring, and you are impatient with their slowness. Although you are quick to make demands on others, you demand your own freedom. As a way of proving your freedom, you are often promiscuous. Just be sure to grant the same independence to those around you.

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

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

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

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

You have a very active and sharp mind. You become bored easily and must constantly satisfy your unquenchable thirst for knowledge. You also seek to practically apply this knowledge and can exercise sound judgment in doing so.

You demand that others deal with you truthfully. You cannot stomach irresponsible actions of elected officials. You recognize the potential danger of using knowledge to control or influence others.

You would do well in a career of public relations, public speaking, education, history, journalism and writing. You delight in the constructive application of knowledge and would be a natural at setting up banks of knowledge or libraries. You could be a very inspiring teacher and could encourage much growth in your pupils.

Travel would be a very educational experience for you and would expose you to the cultural differences between people of different nations.

You may not belong to an organized religion, but you do have your own personal belief system. Still, you would not force your beliefs on others and are always open to hearing someone else's views.

You are very creative sexually and should not be afraid to indulge in your favorite mental fantasies. Try this the next time your sex life becomes routine.

Traditionally, this aspect brings a certain amount of "good luck" into your life. Not only do you have the ability to accomplish whatever you set out to do, you will also feel comfortable with fame and positions of power. But first you must convince yourself that this is possible and decide to actively pursue your goals.

Your relationship with your parents contributed to your growth as an individual. Perhaps they encouraged you to establish your own individuality rather than becoming what they wanted you to be. Your family will be a source of much joy and support throughout your life (unless other problems are indicated by other aspects to your Sun or Moon).

Because you are honest and sincere in your dealings with others, you can rise to the top of your chosen profession. The best fields for you are those which are expansive, such as real estate, development or planning. You seek to continually move forward in life and need growing room to do so. Because of your calm and soothing personality, you work well with the public and cope well with problem situations. As a supervisor you would have the ability to get people to carry out your requests without being overbearing about it.

Children are drawn to you and respect you. When you are around they will behave like angels to impress you because they also seek your respect. You enjoy being looked up to by youngsters and will be caring and protective of them (yet not restrictive). During your life you may serve as mentor to many young people.

In your love relationships you prefer stability and balance to up-and-down affairs. You and your partner will support each other and will grow a great deal through your relationship. Because you are rather even-tempered, you can provide emotional stability for a partner who is less secure.

You have much creative ability and ample appreciation for the talents of others, although you may sometimes question the extent of your own abilities. You seek out talented people to associate with, hoping they will reassure you of your own competence.

Since you lack the ability to assess your own worth, you feel the need to seek expert advice. This is a good idea; just be sure you are not misled. Others may be tempted to take advantage of your emotional vulnerability. You tend to believe what is least troublesome to your sensitive feelings, and this can be a mistake. You are extremely generous with others and in this way may be taken advantage of by others who don't deserve your generosity.

In a career you would do well in any field that allows you to help those who are less fortunate than you--such as social work, rehabilitation of the handicapped, public relations, physical therapy, or through organizations dedicated to serving those in need. Working in these areas would leave you with a strong sense of self-satisfaction through the knowledge that you are making a difference in the lives of others.

Avoid direct competition with strong character types. Otherwise, you will become depressed by their overwhelming strength and will find yourself submitting to their will. Only accept challenges which you feel you can handle comfortably.

You are a very indulgent lover, mostly because you think you have to win peoples' affection. You should think more of yourself and aim higher in your choice of love partners. Don't make strong commitments until your partner has demonstrated his or her sincerity and honesty.

Eat and drink in moderation; rich foods and alcohol in excess are like poison to your body. You also have a tendency to put on weight and are not likely to engage in the amount of physical activity required to take it off.

At an early age you probably noticed that you were different from others. Even as a child you seemed able to see lessons in everything that happened to you. You also learned to not hold onto the past but instead to release disappointments and hurts and move on into the future.

Your friends are many and widely varied. It would be hard to give a general description of the typical person you associate with because they are each uniquely different. As a youngster your parents may have disapproved of your choice of friends or even tried to choose your friends for you. However, since you are "negatively suggestible," this only increased your determination to maintain such friendships.

You would excel in an occupation as a: teacher (especially of history), writer, reporter, politician or researcher. You would be a different teacher or writer than most because you would make your work come alive for your students or readers. You are highly intuitive and can tune in easily to the feelings of others.

One of your worst faults is impatience. You learn quickly and want the rest of the world to keep up with you. It is frustrating to you to be able to see so clearly what has to be done to improve a situation but have to wait for others to share your vision before anything can be accomplished.

In your personal relationships you require a partner who can allow you complete freedom of movement and expression. Remember that your partner may not be as receptive to rapid change as you are. If you see changes in the relationship which need to be made, be patient with your partner. Take baby steps instead of giant leaps.

You can accomplish much with your great drive and originality, and you will always share your good fortune with others who truly need it. Just be careful that you don't become a martyr to everyone else's cause and forget about taking care of yourself in the process. There are always those who will abuse your generosity if you let them. Learn to recognize these people for who they are and do not let them become "energy sappers." You have enough of your own problems to handle without being expected to take care of everyone else's.

Part of the reason you are abused by others in this way is that you already have the misconception that you need to be and do more than anyone else just in order to be considered equal to them. It may seem to you that everyone else has the best talents and ideas and the greatest success, while you struggle to express yourself and to be creative. Just remember that if you focused more attention on developing your extremely original ideas into solid projects instead of constantly taking on the jobs of others, you'd have just as much chance for success as everyone else seems to have.

Learn to stand up and face others who will criticize your methods and techniques. When you insist that others allow you to "do your own thing," they will grow to respect you more. You tend to shy away from criticism and have a hard time hearing it without taking it personally. Learn to be proud of your uniqueness and the many differences between you and others. It's what makes you so special.

In your personal life you may be insecure about your performance as a lover. You choose powerful mates who can also become domineering. Make every effort to reach agreement with your partner on how to build a comfortable home together. You are a bit picky about your home environment.

Your emotions are well integrated with your intellect, and you are able to evaluate your reactions to people and situations quickly. You learn easily from your day-to-day experiences, and you use them to enrich your consciousness. You are warm and sympathetic, and others appreciate your good nature and eagerness to help. You also have an amazing memory which allows you to recall past events in detail.

You know what your talents are and how to make use of them through creative expression. You also know how to apply yourself and get the best results on the job, and you are able to see problems objectively. If you know you don't have the answer, you are not afraid to ask for help. It is not in your nature to dwell on negative thoughts, and you could even be of help to others who have this tendency. Yet you will not easily reveal your own personal problems to anyone other than your most trusted friends and relatives.

It is most likely that your home life will be happy, your friendships close, and your social life pleasant. You have the ability to cope with the obstacles life presents to you. And you are compassionate enough to understand and forgive the shortcomings in others.

In your love life you can express your feelings quite clearly and can help your partner do so as well. This will prevent resentments from building over misunderstandings between you. You will probably be more aware of your partner's problems than he or she is. Be patient with them and remember that they may not be so comfortable expressing their emotions as you are.

You are a free spirit who will not tolerate anyone placing restrictions on you. You are not quick to make concessions, but you instead expect the other person to give in. Loving you can be difficult since you tend to make many demands (sometimes unreasonable) on your partner.

You have a very strong sexual desire nature. You may tend to be promiscuous and therefore scare off any potential serious lovers. You should attempt to express your strong sexual nature through your relationships. It cannot be bottled up. If you cannot engage in sexual reckless abandon, direct the energy into artistic or social functions.

As a matter of fact, you may find social functions a good place to meet lovers and friends. You are sexually attractive to others--as a matter of fact, you seem to exude sex. This acts as a magnet to attract many potential sexual partners. You must develop discrimination in this area of your life.

You are emotionally warm and generous and so attract many friends. Some may see you as pushy because you often make the first move in establishing a social contact. You would actually do well in jobs dealing with the public if you can avoid becoming over-zealous. You would become bored, however, if you were completely cut off from the public and made to work alone. You are a natural-born socialite.

You are a hard worker and know how to best apply your energies to achieve desired results. Since you accept responsibility for your actions, you consider the consequences carefully before making any move. You are adept at using time and effort most efficiently in order that no resources are wasted. Because of all of these characteristics, you can succeed in life more easily than many. Others will respect you for your sincerity and good judgment.

You learned early to take on major responsibilities and handle them--whether this was a result of positive encouragement or response to a negative childhood environment, the end result was the same. You learned to define and to work within your limitations, making the best uses of the resources on hand. Although you are cautious in making decisions, this is not because of fear. When you feel the time is appropriate, you are very courageous about asserting yourself.

You are considerate of others' rights and expect the same in return. You will make wonderful progress if left alone and will brook no interference from anyone. Others who try to interfere with your progress will meet a formidable opponent. Although you are slow to anger, you can be quite vicious with your adversaries.

In your career, you would do well in such fields as archaeology, forestry work, exploration or even military service. You have incredible stamina and would excel in any occupation requiring endurance and hard work. Just be sure not to work all the time, to the exclusion of any leisure time, and take time off to relax. Avoid cold liquids after strenuous physical exercise, for this may result in cramps.

You have difficulty in exercising self-control when expressing your feelings. Your tendency to misjudge others leads you to form binding relationships with others who will take advantage of you. Even while they abuse and misuse you, though, you will not raise a hand to protect yourself. You feel helpless to fight the demands others make on you and end up becoming bitter and disappointed. This can cause you to be cold and hardened toward others. You have a genuine desire to be helpful to others, but they seem to want you to solve all their problems.

This aspect gives you a great deal of occupational versatility. No matter what you choose for a career, be sure you don't end up doing all the work while someone else gets the credit. Also avoid situations in which you may be forced to take the blame for something you did not do.

Don't continually offer your help to others. Although you are extending a hand so others will like you, they may actually lose respect for you if you become a doormat. Take care of your own business and don't get involved in everyone else's problems. Try to develop more self-confidence and ignore those who would call you selfish when you won't devote yourself to serving their needs.

The major physical problems associated with this aspect are those problems caused by tension and stress. In your personal relationships you need to surround yourself with those who are easy-going and supportive rather than those who are demanding and critical.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.