Brett Murphy
motivation

Though Brett Murphy at first seems rather intense, reserved and self-contained (as described on the previous page), he is really quite social and interested in people. And, while he is passionate and emotional, he is also quite capable of being fair, reasonable and rational as discussed below.

Harmony and balance are his keynotes. Brett Murphy instinctively understands the need to accommodate other people's interests and desires, and he is always fair and willing to meet others half way. Tactful, diplomatic, and quite socially aware, Brett does all he can to avoid conflict and discord. His spirit is one of cooperation and compromise, and he often achieves through charm and discretion what would have been impossible to achieve with a direct, forceful approach.

Getting along with and pleasing others may be too important to Murphy since he can be too dependent on the approval and opinions of other to make his own decisions. Murphy will rarely act without seeking the counsel and feedback of other people. He prefers sharing and doing things with others rather than on his own. Being alone feels very unnatural to Brett Murphy, and he has a strong need for a partner and intimate one-on-one relationships.

Brett Murphy invests a great deal of his energy in personal love relationships and he is very idealistic and romantic about marriage. Brett Murphy seeks a partner who is his equal intellectually, and who is capable of a mental relationship as well as a physical and emotional one. He makes a thoughtful, considerate friend or lover, and he enjoys the traditional symbols of love - courtship, flowers, etc. Murphy perceives relationships like an art that requires time, attention and creative effort. Brett Murphy appreciates a partner who is subtle and polished, never coarse or blunt.

Fairness and equality, both in his personal relationships and in the world, are extremely important to him. If Brett Murphy fights about anything, it is often about something he feels is unfair and unbalanced. Balance is very important to Brett. He believes in moderation in all things and avoids fanaticism and extremism at all costs.

Brett Murphy also has a strong need for beautiful, harmonious surroundings and a natural sense of artistic style and grace, which is reflected in the way Murphy dresses and furnishes his home and workspace. Everything must be aesthetically pleasing and appropriate. Working with people as a counselor, advisor, consultant, or negotiator, or in an artistic field such as design or photography would be fulfilling to him.

Leading groups and classes and being involved in community efforts, social activities, events or movements are areas where Brett Murphy really shines and expresses his creativity. An awareness of politics or the larger social impact of individual actions comes naturally to him.

Brett Murphy tends to see things from his perspective only and to be rather subjective. He also enjoys talking and expressing his views but does not always listen as well. Brett Murphy has a clear mind, a love of learning and new experiences, and he needs constant mental stimulation and activity.

Impulsive, restless and spontaneous, his life is apt to be somewhat unstable and full of sudden changes. Brett Murphy is extremely independent and craves excitement, adventure, freedom and discovery. Murphy has a rebellious streak and he often feels he is unusual and different from society's mainstream. The unorthodox and the novel appeal to him.

Brett is extremely sensitive and imaginative, and he can get lost in his dreams, fantasies and visions. He is attracted to artistic and creative pursuits, as well as to the world of color, beauty, and emotion. Brett Murphy is also drawn to mysticism and he has deep spiritual aspirations and yearnings. Gentle and peace loving, Murphy may lack the will and competitive spirit needed to make his way in the world. He is often impractical and may seek to avoid or escape the harsh realities of life.

Murphy is capable of extraordinary physical or mental efforts to gain success and achieve something that will bring him recognition and respect. Brett Murphy has a strong need for authority and power over others and is likely to perform better in a leading position.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Ascendant in Scorpio and Sun in Libra

Sun in Libra

Sun in 11th house

Sun Conjunct Mercury

Sun Square Uranus

Sun Square Neptune

Sun Conjunct Jupiter/Pluto