Jayne Mansfield
approach to life and appearances

The following is a description of Jayne's basic stance toward life, the way others see her, the way Jayne Mansfield comes across, the face she shows to the world. In the page about motivation you will read about the inner Jayne Mansfield - her real motivation, which describes the kind of person she is at heart and where her true priorities lie. Study this page and the next one and compare them - there may be significant differences between the two, in which case "the inner Jayne Mansfield" may not shine through and others may be in for so a few surprises once they get to know Jayne a little better. This page describes the disguise Mansfield wears, her role in life, while the page about motivation talks about the real person beneath the disguise.

Jayne Mansfield appears gentle and soft, and she acts rather reserved with others until she knows them well and feels it is safe to be open with them. Jayne has a strong need for emotional security and a sense of belonging, and is deeply attached to the past: her heritage, roots, family, cherished friends, familiar places, etc. Making radical changes or moves away from what is familiar and safe can be very painful and difficult for her. Mansfield tends to cling to people, memories and possessions of personal or sentimental significance. Having a home, a safe haven, is very important to Mansfield.

Mansfield approaches life emotionally and subjectively and she is sensitive to the emotional atmosphere, the subtle undercurrents of feeling in and around her. Instinctive and non-rational, Jayne Mansfield is often unable to give a clear, simple explanation for her actions. Something either feels right, or it does not.

Her emotions and personal loyalties tend to color Jayne's thoughts and opinions. She views life from a very personal perspective and often cannot mentally detach herself from her own personal bias and prejudices. She is apt to be concerned primarily with how something affects her and those dear and close to her, rather than with the principle or the broader social implications. For instance, she may be very patriotic and feel that whatever "my country" does is right without really knowing much about the other nation's policies or point of view. Simply put: if it is good for Jayne and her near and dear ones, then it is good. If it is not good for her and her near and dear ones, it is no good.

She is tenaciously loyal, protective, and supportive of those she cares about, and has a very strong nurturing, paternal nature. Jayne Mansfield empathizes with others and intuitively senses the feelings and needs of other people. Compassionate and sympathetic, she is easily moved by others' pain, and Jayne Mansfield is often the one that others seek out when they need comfort, reassurance, or help.

Her moods fluctuate and change frequently and she is sometimes open and sometimes withdrawn emotionally. Jayne Mansfield communicates nonverbally and appreciates a person who can pick up subtle cues and hints, rather than having to make everything explicit.

Jayne never forgets either kindness or unkindness shown to her.

She may come across as a bit scattered, nervous or restless, as if unable to sit still. Jayne Mansfield seems alert and quick, but sometimes a bit on edge. Jayne tends to stay perpetually busy, and would find handiwork of some kind soothing.

Jayne Mansfield tends to blend in with, and assume the characteristics of those around her, and may thus not make a powerful individual statement of her own. She may project an aura of glamour or "make-believe" and enjoy donning different personalities at different times.

Jayne Mansfield has a radiant, winning personality and others see her as a person used to achieving success. , Jayne Mansfield is broadminded and is willing to give others the benefit of the doubt. She is helpful and tolerant as long as her moral and ethical standards are respected.

Mansfield is cheerful, warm-hearted and social and she strives for a pleasant life. She likes to be seen in social circles and is charitable to her fellow man. It makes Jayne Mansfield happy to be involved in many relationships and she is very sympathetic toward everyone.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Cancer Rising

Mercury Square Asc.

Neptune Sextile Asc.

Asc. Conjunct Sun/Jupiter

Asc. Conjunct Venus/Jupiter