Jessica Mitford
motivation

Although she has a very strong need to shine and feel special (as described on the previous page), she also has a rather humble, self-critical side, as discussed below. She may appear proud and confident, but she is really much less so inside. In fact, she is often much too hard on herself and never satisfied with her accomplishments. Jessica Mitford should strive to be reasonable and patient with herself.

At heart Jessica Mitford is modest and humble and rarely strives to be in the limelight or in a position of power. Jessica Mitford has a sharp analytical mind, a keen eye for detail, and prefers to observe, dissect, and study life from a distance. Conscientious and conservative, Mitford 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 Jessica Mitford 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 Mitford 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. Jessica Mitford 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 Mitford. She probably wishes that she were not such a perfectionist, for besides being a stickler for details, Mitford can also be mercilessly self-critical. Whether in her environment or within herself, Mitford 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. Jessica 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. Mitford can sometimes be difficult to live with because of her fastidiousness, sensitivity and idiosyncrasies about food and cleanliness.

Though Jessica Mitford 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. Jessica Mitford analyzes before she acts. She is sometimes too serious. If Mitford allowed herself to play and make mistakes, it would be highly beneficial to her health!

Ownership gives Jessica Mitford a sense of security, and she has a strong attachment to her possessions. Jessica also has a natural instinct for or understanding of economics, finance, trade, and appraising the value of merchandise.

Mitford's subconscious needs and feelings blend well with her conscious intentions and desires, therefore Jessica Mitford is able to proceed with her life's pursuits relatively unhampered by internal resistance or inconsistency. Jessica's male-female relationships will also reflect this state of internal harmony.

At times Jessica Mitford may feel an uncontrollable urge to radically alter her direction in life or to act in ways that seem eccentric or at least highly atypical. When her life becomes too predictable, Jessica may do something to upset the status quo, sometimes without realizing why or how she is doing it. These impulses may seem at odds with her conscious intent and desires for herself, and can be unsettling. However, there is a streak of unconventionality and creative genius in Jessica Mitford that needs to be expressed now and then.

Jessica Mitford has a great need for security which she may seek in a partner who could be older than her and perhaps married before. Jessica Mitford probably feels restrained in expressing affection, giving the impression of being cool and indifferent toward those she loves.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Ascendant in Leo and Sun in Virgo

Sun in Virgo

Sun in 2nd house

Sun Sextile Moon

Sun Quincunx Uranus

Sun Conjunct Venus/Saturn