John Phillips general characteristics
John Phillips' fundamental needs, values, and orientation towards life are symbolized by the four astrological elements. Each person has their own unique balance of these four basic energies: fire (warmth, inspiration, enthusiasm), earth (practicality, realism, material interests), air (social and intellectual qualities), and water (emotional needs and feelings).
John Phillips' "elemental make-up" is described below. Remember that most people are "unbalanced" or lopsided, and if Papa John is lacking or deficient in a certain element (or elements), it simply means that he needs to consciously develop that particular aspect in order to appreciate and/or work harder in that dimension of life.
Sometimes we overestimate the element that we are least endowed with, sensing it as a lack within ourselves, but more often we neglect or ignore it. The qualities described below will be reiterated and explained in more detail in the following pages.
He is a nurturer and a protector and is prone to what has sometimes been referred to as the "Atlas Syndrome" - namely, carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders. John Phillips assumes responsibilities in his relationships very conscientiously and often takes on more than his share of the troubles as well. Though John Phillips appears (and indeed often is) rather passive, he possesses a great deal of quiet inner strength and the ability to flow with and repeatedly endure life's inevitable adversities. He is apt to be surrounded by people who rely on him, and though John Phillips derives much satisfaction from providing, giving, and being needed, he can also let himself be drained emotionally and/or financially by taking care of other people and not caring sufficiently for himself.
John Phillips has a very strong need for security and he places safety first. He is unlikely to make sudden changes or to take new directions that involve risk and unpredictability. Any break from the past is very difficult for Papa John and he needs a great deal of support when trying to make even healthy and positive changes in his life or habits. ("Habit" is a key word for John Phillips as he is apt to be very attached to his!)
He is very retentive. John Phillips holds on (and sometimes clings) to the people, places and ways he is familiar with. He also tends to repress feelings, and he may need to learn to express and let go of old feelings and past conditioning.
Physically, John Phillips is apt to be hearty and substantial, with a tendency to be stout. Unless other astrological factors indicate otherwise, he can also be downright lazy, especially when it comes to exercise. Papa John instinctively chooses comfort over challenge. (This is true in a broader sense as well, not only regarding physical exercise).
His strengths include depth of feeling, patience, and generosity. The qualities that John Phillips needs to cultivate include initiative, openness to change and new experience, and a stronger sense of self.
He is likely to be overly humble or unsure of himself and to look to others for inspiration, motivation, reinforcement and approval. Tending to be somewhat passive, John Phillips must learn how to take initiative and motivate himself.
A lack of warmth (either physical, emotional or both) may be evident in John Phillips and can manifest physically as a low energy level, paleness and lack of color in the skin, or a tendency to be easily chilled. Emotionally, it can be reflected in a marked coolness or aloofness with little spiritedness, joyfulness, or enthusiasm for living. Eating warming, spicy foods, living in a warm, sunny place, and using fire in his daily life (lighting candles, using a wood stove or fireplace for heat) can help balance Papa John. Also, spending time with warm, cheerful, positive-minded people and developing a philosophy based on spiritual optimism can stir up Papa John's own zest for life.
On the positive side, John Phillips is unlikely to be egocentric and has a capacity for ample patience and peacefulness.
John Phillips tends to lack the ability to analyze himself or his life in a detached, objective way. Papa John feels and experiences but does not necessarily understand or reflect upon his experience, and thus finds it hard to talk about it. Really taking in what someone else has to say can be hard for John Phillips - he does not readily adapt to new ideas or people, and as a result may become inflexible or limit his experience of life. Broadening his education and gaining exposure to different cultures is very beneficial to Papa John. Otherwise he is apt to be rigid and even prejudiced against those outside his own circle. (This may be manifested in arthritic conditions, poor flexibility, or poor circulation).
He also tends to distrust people who communicate freely or to feel inferior to those who are more articulate and intellectual than he is. John Phillips learns much more readily by watching, doing or apprenticing than by reading or being told about something.
Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:
Earth and Water are Strong (F,E,A,W Scores = 0,32,0,17)
Fire is Weak (F,E,A,W Scores = 0,32,0,17)
Air is Weak (F,E,A,W Scores = 0,32,0,17)
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