John Entwistle
approach to life and appearances

The following is a description of John's basic stance toward life, the way others see him, the way John Entwistle comes across, the face he shows to the world. In the page about motivation you will read about the inner John Entwistle - his real motivation, which describes the kind of person he is at heart and where his 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 John Entwistle" may not shine through and others may be in for so a few surprises once they get to know John a little better. This page describes the disguise Entwistle wears, his role in life, while the page about motivation talks about the real person beneath the disguise.

John Entwistle meets life head on and throws himself into new experiences with zest and enthusiasm. He is direct, straightforward, assertive, and usually completely aboveboard in all his dealings. Candid and incapable of guile, insincerity or phoniness, John projects a confident and sometimes arrogant façade to others. He often lacks tact and sensitivity, and can be completely oblivious to others' needs, and inadvertently selfish. Entwistle is self-reliant and does not depend upon social approval and reinforcement as much as other people do. He likes to be original and does not mind doing it alone. John Entwistle may feel that he does not fit into groups very well and that he does not naturally blend in and cooperate with others. He likes to be either a leader or a loner.

Entwistle is a doer and thrives on freedom, challenge, and activity. He tends to think in clear, black and white terms, and to be somewhat simplistic in his outlook, which enables John to act in a very decisive and self-assured manner. When inspired by an idea, John Entwistle feels such a sense of urgency and excitement about it that he will often forge ahead and try to implement it in a rather bold but poorly planned and crudely executed way. Patience and careful attention to details are not Entwistle's forte. However, he never accepts defeat and will experience brilliant and unprecedented successes and discoveries, as well as painful failures. To John Entwistle it is far better to make mistakes than to play it safe and never try.

He is scornful of what he sees as weakness or passivity in others and also of the human tendency to imitate and follow. John Entwistle is not a follower. Others see John as a strong individual and perhaps brash and brazen as well. Entwistle presents a strong front to the world and generally does not allow others to see his vulnerable or insecure side.

He is highly verbal and communicative. Connecting with and talking to other people are key aspects of John's personality. John Entwistle may seem to be a busybody to others sometimes. He may also depend too much on other people's advice or feedback before making up his own mind, and Entwistle may thus appear to be indecisive.

He may seem to others to be very gentle, malleable, and easily taken in. As a result, people can take advantage of John Entwistle, especially through his pity or sympathy. If John seems to be continually disappointed by or deceived by others, he should try to see how his own naiveté may be contributing to these situations.

John Entwistle appears contained, and perhaps wary or mistrustful as well. He watches his step, and frequently withdraws if his environment does not feel welcoming and safe. As a result, Entwistle may seem much more conservative than he actually is. John fears making mistakes in social situations, and is extremely sensitive to criticism or rejection. As he matures, John Entwistle is likely to grow in confidence, because he will learn to depend more on his own evaluation of himself.

There is a certain intensity, charisma, or compelling attractiveness about John Entwistle that may have little to do with his physical features. It is energy, a subtle sexuality that he emanates. Also, Entwistle tends to do everything wholeheartedly and with passion, which is quite fascinating to other people. His instincts and psychological perceptions about others are quite incisive.

He is very receptive to the influence of his environment, giving other people a chance to exploit or use him. John Entwistle has the ability to tune into the events around him, but he also should be careful not to overreact to the intentions of others.

He is self-assured and confident in dealing with others and has a positive influence on his environment. John Entwistle is able to work well with others in a team effort, and advantages through other people could come to him frequently.

He may feel that personal relationships are interfering with the pursuit of his goals and chooses to lead a life on his own. But at the same time John Entwistle often may feel lonely and alienated by others.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Aries Rising

Mercury Opposition Asc.

Neptune Opposition Asc.

Saturn Square Asc.

Pluto Trine Asc.

Asc. Opposition Mercury/Neptune

Asc. Opposition Mars/Jupiter

Asc. Opposition Saturn/MC