Jacqueline du Pré
mental interests and abilities

Clear, objective and realistic, she is unimpressed by exaggerated claims or promises. Jacqueline du Pré insists on being shown the facts behind any statement she hears, and her natural skepticism often borders on cynicism. du Pré approaches problems clearly and rationally and maintains her poise and objectivity even in the midst of critical situations. Anyone seeking du Pré's advice is certain to get an unemotional and unbiased assessment of their situation, and Jacqueline - therefore - makes a good arbitrator or judge. She is thorough, conscientious and disciplined in her thinking, and has an aptitude for business, organization and administration. Jacqueline du Pré is also a good strategist, and she will plan and patiently follow a realistic course which will lead to her eventual success. Serious-minded and studious, du Pré enjoys quiet time alone for thinking or reading.

Jacqueline du Pré thinks a great deal about her career, her reputation and public image, and the way she makes a contribution or impact on the world at large. Public speaking or some other form of communication is likely to be an important aspect of Jacqueline du Pré's work.

Jacqueline du Pré has very little interest in or knack for the technical or mechanical. du Pré's forte lies in the human, personal side of life, people, psychology and life's inner workings. Jacqueline du Pré understands children and enjoys conversing with, counseling, listening to and learning about them. du Pré also needs a variety of social and intellectual experiences on a regular basis, and becomes restless, nervous, and irritable if she cannot get out and about. du Pré often needs to be mobile, to go for a walk or a drive, to regroup and to reestablish her emotional equilibrium. Jacqueline du Pré tends to dwell on the past, to ponder its significance, and at times, to long for it. Nostalgia and sentimentality substantially color Jacqueline's thinking.

Her desire to make a point sometime overrides her receptivity to others' views. She can be a good listener, but Jacqueline du Pré often finds it hard not to speak out.

Jacqueline du Pré has a sharp mind and a sharp tongue as well, and she loves a vigorous discussion or debate. She expresses her thoughts in a clear, decisive, convincing style. Jacqueline dislikes vagueness and fuzzy thinking, and is quick to point out the discrepancies in another person's argument. At times du Pré is verbally aggressive and abrasive toward others, and she tends to overstate her case or offend people with her unadorned frankness. Jacqueline du Pré can be an effective spokesperson, lawyer or salesman. She has an aptitude for writing as well, particularly criticism or satire. du Pré enjoys mental challenges and mental work.

du Pré's attitude toward associations could be somewhat critical and she may be emotionally nervous when she is around others. But she has a need to exchange ideas with others and the way Jacqueline du Pré reacts to others is important to her.

Jacqueline du Pré tends to be guided by wrong impressions of people and could easily deceive herself about their character. On the other hand, Jacqueline may also try to exploit other people's weakness and may even think of becoming involved in things that are a little shady.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mercury in Capricorn

Mercury in 10th house

Moon Opposition Mercury

Mercury aspects Moon and Mars

Mercury Conjunct Mars

Mercury Opposition Moon/N. Node

Mercury Opposition Neptune/Asc.