Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia
challenges and difficulties

Tatiana Nikolaevna both yearns for, and fears, being emotionally vulnerable with others and experiencing deep emotional intimacy. Trusting others and letting herself be known in a deep way does not come easily to Grand Duchess Tatiana, and sexual inhibitions may result from this. Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia is very self-protective and may be compulsively secretive. Learning to relinquish control in personal relationships, and to be completely open, is an important task for Tatiana Nikolaevna.

Her childhood or her relationships with her parents was restrictive, unloving, or unhappy in ways that may prevent Grand Duchess Tatiana from allowing other people to get close to her in later life. Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia felt deprived in some manner, whether or not she actually was deprived in some way. Emotional separations or repression of her needs and feelings may typify her early life, at least as Tatiana Nikolaevna remembers it. Forgiving her parents and/or letting go of any resentments she has about the limitations that she experienced early in her life is crucial. Also, Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia needs to build her own solid foundation, and investing time and energy into her home, domestic relationships, and inner life can help Grand Duchess Tatiana accomplish this.

She is serious and sincere about her interests, does not accept superficial answers and is not easily placated. Grand Duchess Tatiana wants her inspirations to become reality and she does not mind upsetting a few apple carts in the process. Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia becomes impatient with others for being hesitant to implement new ideas and take action, and her occasional outbreaks of brusque, insensitive behavior often do more harm than good.

Her disposition is somewhat melancholic and Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia could have a rather pessimistic outlook. Grand Duchess Tatiana has an inner need to be alone and to deeply meditate on her thoughts. Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia takes life seriously and may have been taught early on to learn from her mistakes.

At some time in her life Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia could have a possible tragedy in love relationships that affects her deeply. Some disturbing experiences may rest heavily on her shoulders and as a result, Grand Duchess Tatiana may turn cold or bitter.

Now we will discuss patterns of behavior which Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia instinctively and habitually reverts to when under stress - a mostly subconscious process that she is apt to over indulge in because it is so familiar and hence easy for her. The direction Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia needs to follow in order to develop balance, greater awareness, and wholeness is also described.

Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia's path lies in cultivating idealism and humanitarian feelings, being concerned with how Tatiana Nikolaevna's actions impact the world at large, perhaps becoming more aware of the social implications of Tatiana Nikolaevna's life style and personal choices or becoming active politically. Participating in organizations that support Tatiana Nikolaevna's ideals is one way to do this.

When under stress she is likely to become overly focused on herself and her own little world.

Instead of "how will this benefit or hurt me?" Tatiana Nikolaevna's focus needs to shift to "how will this affect us all?".

Ideally, Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia needs to strike a balance between doing for herself and doing for others, by discovering how Tatiana Nikolaevna's unique gifts can benefit others.

The arena she is most likely to wrestle with these issues is in playful self-expression, games or sports, and creativity. Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia should try to develop any artistic, expressive, creative potentials she feels she possesses, utilizing the qualities described above.

Tatiana Nikolaevna always looks to establish relationships with groups or associations and has the ability to blend in unobtrusively. Grand Duchess Tatiana of Russia has a way of integrating others needs and feelings, at the same time realizing and considering the proceedings of the association.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Saturn in Scorpio

Saturn in 4th house

Saturn Conjunct Uranus

Saturn Opposition Mercury/MC

Saturn Opposition Venus/Pluto

N. Node in Aquarius

N. Node in 5th house

N. Node Opposition Moon/Mercury