James Blunt
drive and ambition

Once James Blunt sets his mind on a goal, his dedication, determination, and commitment are extraordinary. Blunt pursues his ambitions tenaciously and will stubbornly refuse to give up, let go, or be influenced in any way. Like Aesop's tortoise, James labors patiently and steadfastly until he achieves what he wants - or until it is clear beyond a shadow of a doubt that all is lost. He is a reliable, consistent and productive worker, and he often shoulders more of the workload than his co-workers, usually without complaint. He often ends up with the nitty-gritty work. He prefers a regular routine, with definite hours and clearly defined responsibilities and tasks. In fact, establishing a pattern or routine is very important to his success because once he gets started in a certain direction, it is easy for James Blunt to kept to that path. Getting started is more difficult. James Blunt has a lazy, comfort-loving side and there is often a good deal of inertia for him to overcome before Blunt gets going; but once he gets a momentum going, his energy level is strong and steady.

He is interested in concrete results and solid, practical achievements. James Blunt needs to have some tangible product or contribution to show for his efforts, and cannot be content with only intangible rewards (such as having a good time, learning, or spiritual enrichment). Material well-being and security is also a large factor in determining what he does. James' stamina and persistence are his greatest assets, but they can also work against him; he can get caught in a rut and refuse to seize new opportunities. James Blunt also tends to play it safe, and to limit himself as a result.

Asserting himself and being direct and forceful about what he wants is very often difficult for James. Though he may have a great deal of energy and drive, James Blunt lacks confidence or simply the desire to put himself and his interests first. Positively, Blunt can be very unselfish, working more on behalf of others rather than for himself.

However, James Blunt denies his own desires and needs too much, and he is likely to secretly become very angry, which will sabotage his finest efforts.

He is enterprising, ambitious and has a strong desire to succeed in a big way. Forever on the lookout for new opportunities and promising new ventures, James Blunt is willing to take risks if he senses a winner. No matter how much James accomplishes, he never seems to be completely satisfied. James Blunt always feels that he can do more, and sets his sights on another goal. James Blunt feels frustrated in limited circumstances, and he will abandon secure and reasonably successful situations if they do not offer challenges and future growth potential. Blunt likes to keep stretching his limits, to see how far he can go. Sometimes Blunt overextends himself or promises more than he can actually achieve, due to an overly optimistic or confident assessment of his own capacities. James Blunt relishes healthy competition and feels that it spurs him on to even greater achievements.

Fits of temper and impatience, and a sudden, erratic sort of recklessness can all work very much against James Blunt, especially when he needs to be working cooperatively as part of a team or in a partnership. When he is upset or fired up about something, James often does things that are risky and outrageous. When out of balance, Blunt tends to be accident prone.

Exercising self-control could be quite difficult for James Blunt and he may often become involved in quarrels. Some of these disputes could end in violent behavior, if he is not careful. Being with others seems to put James in a constant state of excitement.

James Blunt has a good balance between idealism, optimism, and vision for the future on one hand and a realistic sense of what can actually be achieved on the other hand. His judgment and business sense are usually quite good. James possesses patience and the ability to accept limitation and frustration on the way to his goals.

Older, more experienced individuals or mentors are likely to play a significant and beneficial role in James' life.

James Blunt has a talent for putting fresh ideas and inspiration into practice. He is ready and willing to apply new ideas and methods, and he has a knack for gaining acceptance for a new idea and implementing it.

Positions of honor, affluence, influence, and stature in his community can be his. James Blunt feels he has a destiny which involves leadership or distinguishing himself in some line of endeavor. James possesses an innate sense of greatness or importance, and a strong drive to achieve recognition for his talent. James Blunt should avoid excessive egotism and arrogant pride, for these could limit his opportunities.

James has noble aspirations and grand plans for himself. Combining personal goals with humanitarian concerns, philanthropy, and an interest in social betterment, James Blunt is apt to be quite successful and influential in his community. He is suited to large, expansive enterprises and dealing with wealth.

Blunt is intensely competitive, and may engage in furious battles of will, numerous conflicts, and possible public controversy, on his way to gaining his objectives. James Blunt could be drawn to activities that are dangerous, in the line of fire, so to speak. He puts himself on the line. Anger or recklessness could be his downfall.

Discipline, concentration, a realistic sense of what is attainable, and steady dedication to achieving his ambitions are the keys to James' progress. James Blunt is apt to move slowly but constantly in the direction of his goals, and solid achievement is the outcome of this conservative approach.

Innovation, discovery, originality, experimentation, and opening up new channels of understanding are important aspects of his life's work. Blunt's ambitions in life, as well as the way he achieves those goals, are unique or "alternative". Concerned with future trends and the new, James Blunt is apt to be ahead of his time in many respects.

James Blunt is always trying to escape routine and has a strong desire for new experiences. Blunt may feel that the course of his life is oppressive and will use all the strength at his disposal to rebel against it.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mars in Taurus

Mars in 12th house

Mars Square Jupiter

Mars Quincunx Uranus

Mars Opposition Uranus/N. Node

Jupiter Trine Saturn

Saturn Trine Uranus

MC Conjunct Sun

MC Conjunct Jupiter

Mars Square MC

Saturn Trine MC

Uranus Trine MC

MC Opposition Saturn/Uranus