Burt Lancaster
drive and ambition

Burt Lancaster avoids direct confrontation as much as possible and is uncomfortable with aggressiveness, competition and personal power. His ego drive is not very dominant and Lancaster is not especially ambitious or eager to push his way to the top. He may feel inadequate in situations that call for strong, forceful action. The only instance in which Burt Lancaster will really fight is when he senses that his loved ones - or something dear to him- are being jeopardized, in which case he is a fierce defender. Burt Lancaster has a very strong protective side. He acts on impulse and instinct and may lash out at anyone he perceives as threatening to Burt's home or family. However, Burt Lancaster will rarely initiate a confrontation. His goals also tend to be very personal and centered on family closeness and inner satisfaction rather than worldly achievement.

He is sensitive to stress and does not handle a high-pressured, competitive atmosphere very well. Burt Lancaster is very touchy, irritable and difficult to live with when there are many demands or stressful situations at work. His energy level varies and is very dependent on the emotional harmony (or lack thereof) in his home. A supportive partner is very instrumental in helping Lancaster to achieve his goals and desires.

Burt Lancaster meets numerous challenges and possibly defeats in pursuit of his goals and desires, and his setbacks often occur because Burt has been too rash or intent on working his own will regardless of the impact on others. Burt Lancaster is intense and passionate, and simply does not know when to stop sometimes! Recklessness with others can be a problem for Lancaster.

In some ways Burt Lancaster may feels that he has little choice about his role in society. He is compelled either by unusual outer circumstances or by an inner drive, to bring things which may be dark, difficult, or taboo, into public awareness. Burt delves into the hidden side of life, things which may have been purposefully concealed or repressed, and brings these things to light. Burt Lancaster could come into direct conflict with the authorities or powers-that-be as a result. He is apt to have extraordinary ambitions, and could also become overly zealous and fanatical.

Burt has two different career paths which appeal to him, and which may at some point be blended. The first has to do with the arts, entertainment, film, or music industry. The other is an involvement in the ministry, social betterment, charity or volunteer work. Burt Lancaster has a high degree of sensitivity and this compassion is apt to be a key factor in his professional decisions and overall goals in life.

He is mentally alert and can explain his position clearly and unambiguously so that others can understand it. Always ready for action, Burt Lancaster has courage and determination and the ability to retaliate in the proper manner.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mars in Cancer

Mars in 8th house

Pluto Square MC

Neptune Sextile MC

MC Conjunct Mercury/Mars