John Edwards
drive and ambition

He is a "busy bee" - energetic, restless, and forever on the go. His active mind is always buzzing with ideas and John finds it difficult sometimes to relax, slow down, or take time to reflect and replenish himself. John Edwards tends to live on nervous energy. He can accomplish much in short bursts but projects that require long-term commitment, stamina, and steady, persistent effort are not easy for Edwards. John Edwards often scatters his energies into so many directions and activities at once that he cannot finish or follow through on some of them. He needs variety, change, and mental challenges.

John Edwards has a sharp and eager mind, and he enjoys games and competitions that have a mental component. John likes to match wits with someone else.

Edwards often achieves his desires by his verbal skill, his ability to speak clearly, vigorously, and convincingly for what he wants. His drive and energy is more mental than physical. John Edwards uses his wit, intelligence, communication skills, social sophistication, and awareness to achieve his goals.

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

However, John Edwards 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 willing to fight his own battles and does not depend on others for support and encouragement. John Edwards has a tendency to think somewhat critically though, which could lead to arguments and quarrels.

His self-control tends to be a bit weak and John Edwards seems to crave excitement. He is subject to sudden changes and seeks emotional freedom. His wants and needs tend to be different than those around him and others may think he is crazy because of his impulsive actions.

His nature tends to be very sensual and Edwards may irresistibly be attracted to someone, even if he knows that he or she is bad for him. John Edwards also has a tendency toward jealousy and possessiveness in his relationships, and unwillingness to grant his partners freedom to be themselves.

Freedom is very important to John Edwards and he will work hard to get it. Quick to act, he wants to realize his goals immediately. John Edwards has a strong desire to make his fortune in life and tends to take chances with speculative ventures or gambling.

He is capable of overcoming tremendous odds, and of enormous self-discipline and focus. When John Edwards sets his sights on achieving something or is presented with a thorny challenge, it is his capacity for eliminating the superfluous, getting along with very little, and riding through tough times that enables John Edwards to triumph eventually.

Edwards is intensely competitive, and may engage in furious battles of will, numerous conflicts, and possible public controversy, on his way to gaining his objectives. John Edwards 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.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mars in Gemini

Mars in 12th house

Mars Conjunct Sun/Mercury

Mars Conjunct Moon/Uranus

Mars Conjunct Venus/Pluto

Mars Conjunct Jupiter/Uranus

Saturn Sextile Pluto

Mars Square MC