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 little rhyme demonstrates the most common characteristic of Virgo: orderliness. There is some explanation for those who do not fit the bill; either other aspects in their chart outweigh this Virgo energy or they are so overloaded with it that they short circuit, rejecting it all. Often those who are incredible neat-niks will deny it, protesting that "My house is always so dirty." They are their own worst critic.

As a Virgo you are a great organizer and are particularly good at paying attention to details. You are very methodical and fastidious in every project you undertake. The only danger here is that you can overdo it by becoming too critical. It is also possible for you to get so caught up in unnecessary details that you fail to see the larger picture. You tend to be shy and modest, and you age very gracefully; you often appear to be younger than you are.

Virgos are socially gracious and are repulsed by vulgar behavior. Their eyes reflect their intelligence and clarity of thought. They usually dress very meticulously and often conservatively. Virgos have a healthy respect for personal hygiene and good health practices. They reap a great deal of personal satisfaction from serving others, and many born under this sign become nurses.

While you are quick to point out the flaws in others, it is not so easy to admit those in yourself. You are sincere and dependable in your relationships with others, and you appreciate practicality, punctuality, prudence and discrimination in others. Pressure from hard work can affect your health, and you have a tendency to worry.

In relationships you go to great lengths to please your lover and value a mate who knows what pleases you. You prefer a lover who is physically loyal to you and would be more comfortable in a stable, long-term relationship. Be careful not to be too sensitive, though; what you perceive to be neglect may only be an oversight on your partner's part. Also be careful not to smother your mate with love; be sure to allow them the space they need apart from you.

This Moon sign indicates strong intuitive and psychic qualities. You should generally follow your intuition, although you may be afraid to do so, especially if you have unfavorable aspects to your Moon. Emotionally you are extremely sensitive, and for this reason the Pisces Moon is more easily dealt with in a woman's chart than in a man's.

You care a great deal about others and seek to serve society as a whole in your own way. Just remember to find time to take care of your own needs; don't become a martyr to a cause. You give love freely to others, and if you are not careful you may be deceived by people who would take advantage of your generosity.

With your ability to see all the flaws in society, you may feel like rejecting the world altogether. Your life probably will not be one of the Cinderella or Prince Charming of your dreams, but you will eventually see that this is all part of your karmic experience in this lifetime. Learn to think positively and be grateful for small gifts and talents as well as large ones.

You are not afraid to work hard for what you believe in, but you sometimes tend to overlook your own needs in the process. Be sure not to drain yourself totally by giving all your energy to others. This can lead to physical problems of your own, such as alcoholism, chronic cold or flu. Don't be ashamed to satisfy your own needs in life.

Since you are subject to wild swings in mood, you need a mate who is more stable than you are. In turn you can give them pure, unselfish, transformative love and compassion.

With your logical and practical mind, you have the ability to pay close attention to detail and to develop systems and methods which are very organized and efficient. You like to keep your environment neat, tidy and well-organized. You learn quickly, and with your excellent memory for details you can maintain a great deal of what you take in.

You have a quick analytical mind and can use it to perform tasks requiring great precision and skill. With your natural talent for critical evaluation, you must avoid the temptation to criticize others. Be patient with others who are not as organized or "together" as you are. Remember that all humans, including yourself, have faults, and therefore you should allow others their imperfections just as you would want others to understand yours.

Since you are rather shy, you avoid idle conversation and usually only speak when you have something important to say. You are work-oriented and are most satisfied with jobs in which you provide a service to others. Mercury in Virgo also gives you a natural aptitude for science (especially the use of computers). With your great speaking and writing abilities, you could be a great teacher.

With your need to categorize and organize everything, you can become detached from the natural flow of life. The more you dissect something, the less you can experience it for itself. Thus, by over-intellectualizing your life, you lose spontaneity and enthusiasm. It is good for you to remember that "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet."

Since the sign Libra rules marriage, you are highly romantic and value marriage. As a matter of fact, you probably feel that marriage is necessary for your personal fulfillment. You have a deep need to be loved, and you are easily hurt by harsh words or treatment.

You are a social butterfly whom others see as being refined and gracious. Many people with Venus in Libra also have a strong musical or artistic talent. It is important to you that your surroundings be harmonious. Trying to survive in a discordant atmosphere could result in health problems.

With Venus in Libra, you can fall in love with the idea of being in love. Having a partner on the social scene is very important to you, especially if he or she is one of the beautiful people. You admire physical grace and beauty in a lover and feel that your value is enhanced by having an attractive partner.

You would become quickly bored with a stick-in-the-mud partner. You need someone who is able to constantly change and adapt to life rather than someone who likes to settle down in a rut and get comfortable. Although you are attracted to a partner who is stable and reliable, they also need to be flexible and fun to be with.

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 and tolerant of differences in others. With your natural ability for working with groups, you could inspire others to help bring about humanitarian changes in society. You are an excellent diplomat and can help smooth over differences between groups of seemingly incompatible people. You have a natural talent for occult knowledge, for you recognize the existence of forces beyond those you can see, feel and measure.

You are very protective and nurturing of loved ones, although sometimes you may worry unnecessarily. Since you are extremely afraid of being hurt by others, you may withdraw from interaction with others when feeling depressed. You may have considered both your mother and father to be inadequate parental role models, and therefore you must develop your own ideal of parental behavior. As a result, you may feel uncertain about your ability to be a good parent.

You are charming and cooperative; you seek peace and harmony in your life. Freedom is important to you, and is one of the few things you consider worth fighting for. Unexpected changes in your relationships will present you with challenges designed to make you more accepting of others' differences. Your challenge is to become more flexible.

You are philosophical and even prophetic about societal change. You have a strong love for freedom and a restless optimism about the future. Since you have clairvoyant abilities, you can gain knowledge from your dreams and visions. You will fight religious and moral fanaticism.

Your generation has seen massive changes in laws regarding such things as marriage, birth control and sexual behavior. You will also work to curb violence and sexism and to clean up the environment. Because of your strong desire to achieve harmony and balance, you will expose and eliminate corruption in society.

You tend to resist psychological change and therefore have a difficult time going through the different transitions in life. The truth is that allowing yourself to feel a little of the emotional pain life brings from time to time keeps you human and sensitive. Resist the temptation to control others or manipulate them into doing things "your way." This will only breed resentment in others.

As a child you were probably known as a "sore loser." If you couldn't feel reasonably certain of winning a game, you wouldn't play. You probably associated with children who were younger or weaker than you so that you could feel superior. This only demonstrates your own sense of insecurity, which in time you can overcome.

You often feel burdened by your responsibilities in life and may resent having to fulfill your duties toward others. For this reason, your professional life is apt to become a source of problems for you. Others will not put up with your efforts to dominate others. It is best to first prove your expertise on the job before adopting the attitude that you can do it better than anyone else. Just like everyone else, you must work hard to make it to the top.

Because you have a tendency to overestimate your capabilities, it is best that you consult others for advice on setting your goals and reaching them. You very much want to achieve high levels of success, but you must be willing to work hard and be patient. Don't be afraid to ask the advice of others. It doesn't show any weakness to do so, but rather the strength and wisdom of good planning.

Others may feel threatened by you, especially those whose high positions you envy. In order to get where they are, plan your life carefully, including getting a good education. That way you can at least compete with others on their own level.

Your emotions (the Moon) and your ego (the Sun) are diametrically opposed to each other, and this results in a conflict between these two sides of yourself. This leads to difficulty in relating to others, as your inner conflict is projected into your relationships. You often act impulsively and then regret it later. It's hard for you to accept life's little failures at first, but you eventually learn that they are the essence of life and learning.

Often your need to assert your own individuality conflicts with your duties and obligations to loved ones. Although you would rather they support your individual expression, they somehow leave you feeling guilty--as though you have abandoned them for your own whimsical pursuits.

You must learn to "cut the cord" with your past and to live in the present. Take charge of defining and achieving your life's goals. Don't wait for opportunity to find its way to your door. Don't pout when things don't work out your way. And remember to take some time out for yourself-- a constantly hectic pace is not healthy for you.

Relationships are very important to you, and you need a partner who understands you (and loves you anyway). Your mate must also be your friend, and he or she must love you deeply and support you in your goals in life. They must be able to inspire you to recognize and develop latent talents and bolster you in times of weakness. Of course, such a person is rare; be willing to give what you need to receive.

You are highly optimistic and firmly believe that you can contribute to a beneficial change in society and the world in general. This bright outlook inspires those around you and encourages hope for the future. You can prompt others into action and act as their leader in bringing about needed changes.

Others usually listen when you talk because you speak with such conviction and deep wisdom. You always seek the larger meaning behind everything that happens to you and have a natural understanding for psychic and metaphysical matters. This draws others to you, and they respect your depth of knowledge and understanding.

In your occupation, it would be wise to select a career which serves the public as a whole. You would be an excellent teacher (whether in a classroom or not) and would encourage your students to expand their limited awareness of the universe.

Children are especially fond of you; in you they find someone who truly understands the difficulties of their lives. But even your elders will respect your sage advice, and you could inspire them to reclaim their inner youth. At times you may feel as though your mission is to serve and teach others, and perhaps this is the case.

You have a strong need to express yourself creatively and with great imagination; anyone who tries to stand in your way will meet with great resistance. It is not easy for others to deceive you, for you can see through the best of pretenses. To others you seem to have an incredible gift of foresight, and this allows you to better prepare for difficulties.

Because personal freedom of movement is important to you, your friends and lovers must allow you to come and go as you please. Have faith in your intuitive talents when "reading" other people; more often than not they are accurate.

Your life seems to be composed of one problem after another -- just as you solve one, another surfaces. This may be frustrating, but in the process you become quite skilled in dealing with crises. Learning to solve your emotional problems is what will set you free.

You carry a great deal of guilt around with you, and much of this can be traced back to your parental conditioning (especially your mother). Perhaps you were expected to bear rather heavy emotional burdens as a child-- burdens for which you were unprepared. So now you carry the guilt of not having lived up to your parents' expectations.

Like your parents, other people in your life may prevail upon you to solve their problems, insisting that no one else can do it but you. Just remember that this is not at all true and that they can always find someone else.

You are very sensitive emotionally and could become ill if forced to endure a stressful or distressing situation. Nervous ailments are common under these conditions, caused by the building pressure of the burdens you carry. Learn to say "no" when necessary and reserve your energy to solve your own problems. Rest and relaxation are absolutely essential to your health.

The best occupations for you would involve service to others: medicine, research and development, social work, and counseling. You will be able to fulfill your need to serve others through such jobs and will find them highly satisfying.

Be careful not to become a martyr or servant in your love relationships. It is possible that you may marry young in order to escape problems in your parents' home. Whatever you do, avoid feeling guilty about it later. It all contributed to making you who you are today.

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.

Any Jupiter contacts to Venus indicate that you never have a shortage of possible love or sex partners in your life. With the square, you may wish at times that you did. You must learn to practice discrimination and keep high standards in your choice of a partner. Be yourself and you will attract those who are best for you.

You are generous when it gets you something in return. Don't try to justify not helping someone by believing that they wouldn't have appreciated it anyway. Learn to give unconditionally without expecting a return. It all comes back, you know, whether it's from the same person or not. Helping others makes you feel good, which is important if you are to maintain a positive outlook in life.

Guard against any tendency to be careless about responsibilities. You like for things to go your way and can be hard to deal with when they don't. In confrontations you may feel that if the other person only understood you, there would be no problem.

You would do well in any occupation which utilizes communication skills. Be careful not to be defensive on the job. People are not all out to take advantage of you. Give them a chance and you'll find they are willing to meet you halfway. There's no need to be suspicious of a sincerely extended helping hand.

Be careful that you can afford to indulge yourself in the finer things in life before you spend the money. Also, be careful not to over-indulge in food and develop a weight problem. The best diet for you would be one low in carbohydrates. Get lots of rest and take frequent breaks while working.

You seem to be determined to make life difficult for yourself. You feel a responsibility to help others to the extent of becoming a sacrificial lamb. Actually, you are carrying a heavy burden of guilt incurred when you acted less responsibly toward others. Learn to set priorities in your life and be sure your name is on the top of the list. It is important to serve yourself as well as others.

Others often take advantage of your desire to please, and you could end up being someone's "flunky" if you don't assert your own needs. You will eventually feel resentment toward those you serve, which in reality is your own self-disgust for letting yourself be abused. It is difficult for you to see yourself objectively; you should ask the advice of someone you can trust.

You should direct your creative potentials to help you achieve in your chosen field. You would do well in medicine, physical therapy, education or construction. Just be sure that others don't repeatedly get credit for jobs you have done or get yourself blamed for the mistakes of others. With your creative potential, you could become an expert in any occupation you choose. But others are usually more aware of your worth than you are.

It is not healthy for you to eat when you are anxious or upset. This may result in digestive problems. Learn to relax and reduce tension in order to stay healthy. A hike in the country or some brisk exercise would be good for you.

Your values and opinions will change many times during your life--even in your attitudes toward sex. Because you change so often, you can understand and tolerate sudden changes in others.

This aspect brings a keen imagination and a great deal of idealism. You are optimistic and study the past in order to find answers for the problems of the future. You are good at coming up with new theories that offer solutions to social or political problems, although they may not always be practical. At the very least, you feel a responsibility toward society as a whole and feel compelled to point out injustices and inequities in order to prompt change.

It is possible that you will support politicians whom you believe will do something about the many social problems you see around you. You are impatient with both politicians and religious leaders who claim to serve the public but are in fact serving themselves. You are not afraid to state your opinion and may even become the spokesperson for others who are not so brave.

In a career you would do well in a religious, social or political organization dedicated to bringing about needed changes for the future. You would also be a good writer and could convey your emotional message quite effectively. Your broad perspective and understanding of human nature will serve you well in any occupation you choose. Cultivate some self-discipline and learn to plan your actions well.

Because you are extremely idealistic, be careful not to be deceived by others. You tend to see others as you want to, rather than as they really are; this sets you up for disappointment. Before declaring your undying love to a new partner, find out how they feel about you. Your tendency to wear your heart on your sleeve can lead to embarrassment.

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.

You have a great deal of self-confidence in your ability to succeed and a generally positive outlook on life. You absorb knowledge like a sponge and are a veritable font of knowledge. You have one of those rare talents for succeeding with minimum effort. Use it constructively rather than becoming pompous about what you already have accomplished.

Others respect your integrity and high standards, and therefore you may have friends in high places. Perhaps you will find that these people can present you with opportunities and perhaps have you act as their agent or spokesman. You adjust well to any new task assigned you and will always come up with whatever you need to learn to carry it out.

In an occupation you would do well in law, journalism, foreign correspondence or counseling (especially young people). You would soon excel in any of these areas and would be a valuable asset to any organization you join. You would fit in well with any social group, no matter what your own social standing is.

You enjoy the company of a wide variety of friends. Others feel they can trust you because you are able to see their faults and love them in spite of them. You bring out the best in others, and they admire your friendly disposition, flexibility and wealth of knowledge.

In love you are a desirable partner because of your optimistic outlook on life and your wide variety of interests. Life is not boring in your house, and you are just plain fun to be with. Children especially love you and appreciate your sense of humor. You let them be children, and they love you for that.

You exercise caution and good judgment in your relationships with others; you know on whom you can depend and on whom you can't. Your optimistic attitude toward life allows you to be understanding when others are in need. You pride yourself on being responsible and trustworthy, and you are always willing to compromise when necessary.

Because of the training of your youth, you are well- disciplined and can focus your efforts quite effectively in order to achieve success. Even though you will climb your way to the top of your own ladder, you will not hesitate to offer a hand up to others you meet along the way. This quality is one of the main reasons for your success--your sensitivity to the needs of others.

In terms of a career, you would enjoy working with the arts--music, painting, writing, poetry, sculpture, and graphic arts are a few examples. You could also use your organization skills in other areas, such as banking, law, real estate, finance, insurance, commerce or architecture and design. You may want to teach arts and crafts to children (whom you enjoy) or work with a social club or organization.

You are a good parent and will be a benevolent disciplinarian. You expect your children to learn to respect others and to be conscious of needs other than their own. Instead of trying to mold them into being a carbon copy of yourself, you will encourage your children to develop their own individuality. This will provide many benefits for you in your old age when your children are in a position to repay you for your kindness.

In romantic matters, you do not rush headlong into affairs of the heart. You check out each potential partner carefully, assessing their good and bad qualities. Most importantly, you require that the partnership contain mutual respect and loyalty. You feel more comfortable in a stable, long-term relationship than in a series of "casual flings."

Your childhood conditioning inhibits your efforts to exploit your imaginative potential. Your thinking is somewhat traditional, and it may be difficult for you adapt to changing trends and new ideas. Change does not come easy for you because of your inner insecurities, and your opinions can seem rather narrow-minded to others.

You were probably a slow learner in school and resented having to maintain good grades. It's not that you are academically incapable, you are just somewhat lazy mentally. If it takes more than minimal effort to complete a task, you become depressed. This results in lack of enthusiasm in exploring your creative potential. You don't like competition because of your own lack of confidence in your abilities. Try to keep pace with the many changes taking place in the world around you; this is the only way you will make progress.

If you can brush aside the above negative feelings, you can make plans to carry out your ideas. Instead of fearing defeat, be brave enough to accept reality. Instead of moping about how you can't do something, make changes so that you can. Use the lessons of your past to help you in the future instead of dwelling on regrets over "spilt milk." If you can maintain a positive attitude and learn to accept change, you could be successful in education, politics, science, natural resource conservation, government service or architecture.

Be sure you read all the fine print in any legal documents that you sign; you can become quite vengeful if you are crossed. You resent authority on the job and can become very bitter if you are passed over for a promotion you think you deserve. If this should happen to you, look again at yourself and make sure your performance is up to snuff instead of whining over sour grapes. A positive attitude will get you much further in life.

In relationships you may have difficulty communicating your needs to your partner. This is not because you lack verbal skills, but because you are afraid your partner will not approve of your requests. Resist any temptation to nag your lover. Instead, try some constructive criticism--and you need deliver your comments only once.

Your mind is very intense, and you are constantly researching everything (and everyone) in life. You seek a deeper meaning behind everything and have a keen eye for details. Your intense curiosity can lead you to go to extremes in gathering data in order to solve your problems.

Mysterious and occult matters have a special fascination for you. You love a good intellectual challenge and would therefore do well in such positions as: detective, analyst, chemist, researcher, surgeon or pathologist. Other possible areas of satisfaction for you would be exploration and financial advising.

It is not difficult for you to win people over to your position by gentle but firm persuasion. Once you set a goal for yourself, nothing or no one should try to stand in your way. It is hard for you to take advice at times like this, although it would be advisable for you to develop such listening skills.

In your dealings with others you can be quite vindictive and vengeful. One of your pet peeves is social injustice, and you have no patience for public officials who allow unjust social conditions to prevail. You may be tempted to work for the underdog yourself as lobbyist or spokesman. This would be a positive channel for your pent-up anger over social inequities.

You are a demanding lover and can sometimes be lacking in compassion when asked to accept your lover's faults. You try to dominate your partner and then lose respect for him or her when they allow you to do so. You require a strong mate who can hold firmly to his or her own position and work with you so that you both can grow from the association. A common goal or ideal will form a strong bond between you.

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.

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

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

You 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 Mutable signs, you adapt easily to changing circumstances. Mentally quick, you adapt like a chameleon to give each what they want, until you are on to the next friend or interest. Life offers a succession of roles to play. Skilled at diplomacy and compromise, you make a good negotiator and appear to be everyone's friend. You actually are other-oriented, rather than self-oriented, and can be so busy meeting others' needs that you lack direction in your own life. Concentrate on finding friends of true worth and value. Be discriminating in your associations, in whom you choose to help. The endless flow from your mind, tongue, and hands will then work to return real value to you, which is what you deserve. You can probably only follow this advice just so far, though, because more than others the Universe sends you people in need, people for whom you are able to make a real difference. The assistance that you provide to the powerless may actually be remembered long after your facile mental output is forgotten. Your activities can also bring an end to institutions that have outlived their usefulness.

With a lack of planets in Fixed signs, you probably find it difficult to settle down or concentrate on one thing for a long time. You tend to be all over the place. The advantage is that you are able to do many things at once and can move forward with change and growth when desirable. You are a free spirit, not overly weighed down by attachments. You may be daring, brave, and filled with ideas, but you need individuals in your life who can provide the structure and stability that you lack. If necessary, you can force yourself to finish projects through mental discipline and willpower.

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