Irène Joliot-Curie
motivation

Although Irène Joliot-Curie often seems light, flippant, and careless or carefree (as mentioned in the previous chapter), she also has a more conscientious, cautious and responsible side, as described below. Joliot-Curie is perceptive and clever and needs to guard against being sharp-tongued at times.

At heart Irène Joliot-Curie is modest and humble and rarely strives to be in the limelight or in a position of power. Irène Joliot-Curie has a sharp analytical mind, a keen eye for detail, and prefers to observe, dissect, and study life from a distance. Conscientious and conservative, Joliot-Curie can be relied upon to be cautious, efficient, and thorough in her work and she takes pride in a job well done. What she may lack in self-confidence Irène Joliot-Curie often makes up for in skills - fostering expertise, technical knowledge and competence in a specialized area. She is adept at using her hands to create or fix things, and meticulous attention to detail and careful craftsmanship are her forte. Some would say she is a little too meticulous, for Joliot-Curie can be extremely critical and petty if everything is not done exactly as she thinks it should be, and she worries about things that other people consider trivial and unimportant. Irène Joliot-Curie likes to organize, categorize and arrange everything into a logical system and is often distinctly uncomfortable when something does not fit into a neat category. Disorganization vexes Joliot-Curie. She probably wishes that she were not such a perfectionist, for besides being a stickler for details, Joliot-Curie can also be mercilessly self-critical. Whether in her environment or within herself, Joliot-Curie tends to focus on the flaws, with a desire to improve, refine, and perfect. She is strictly factual, truthful, and scrupulously honest in her self-assessment and often does not give herself enough praise or credit.

She is also highly discriminating and may be especially particular about her diet, hygiene, and health habits. Irène has high aesthetic standards and refined sensitivities, and is bothered by environmental elements (such as disorder, cigarette smoke, etc.) that others overlook. Her tastes are simple and understated, yet refined. She is truly offended by coarseness, bluntness and vulgarity. Joliot-Curie can sometimes be difficult to live with because of her fastidiousness, sensitivity and idiosyncrasies about food and cleanliness.

Though Irène Joliot-Curie seems rather cool and self-contained, she is very helpful by nature and enjoys serving others. She is content to play a supporting role rather than the lead. She is quietly devoted to the ones she cares for.

She is cautious, realistic and practical in her approach to life and disinclined to gamble. Irène Joliot-Curie analyzes before she acts. She is sometimes too serious. If Joliot-Curie allowed herself to play and make mistakes, it would be highly beneficial to her health!

Irène Joliot-Curie has a very dramatic, creative, expressive nature and she loves to perform. Irène enjoys being the center of attention and she seeks to shine, to excel, and to be outstanding in some unique way. She is very involved in her own creativity and self-expression, and takes great pleasure in developing and using her special talents, whether these are artistic, athletic, or intellectual. Irène Joliot-Curie has a strong sense of pride.

She is blessed with abundant optimism, self-confidence and cheerful generosity. Her good will and friendliness win her many allies. Irène Joliot-Curie also has grand visions and aspirations, and the desire to succeed in life in a big way. Irène expects the best, and usually gets it.

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

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Ascendant in Gemini and Sun in Virgo

Sun in Virgo

Sun in 5th house

Sun Conjunct Jupiter

Sun Square Neptune