Joseph Gordon-Levitt
challenges and difficulties

Joseph Gordon-Levitt takes his personal relationships so seriously that they may seem more like work, constant effort and compromise, rather than a free and enjoyable sharing experience. He may feel that relationships in general require more of him than they are worth, and Joseph enters into any close relationship cautiously and conscientiously. Joseph Gordon-Levitt also fears entrapment in close relationships.

It may be difficult for Joseph Gordon-Levitt to play spontaneously or just let his hair down, for he tends to inhibit that side of his by being too self-conscious and concerned with the impression he is making.

Joseph may work very hard at some sport or creative medium in order to excel, for he wants very, very much to be noticed, acknowledged and recognized as special in some way. Though he may indeed be outstanding, Joseph Gordon-Levitt also needs to learn to relax and enjoy himself more.

His aspirations and dreams are always tempered by realism and practical considerations. Joseph Gordon-Levitt pursues his aims in a systematic, disciplined and thorough manner, and he is willing to take his time, advancing slowly and steadily toward his goal.

Sometimes Joseph Gordon-Levitt underestimates what is possible, and holds himself back unnecessarily due to a lack of faith or an overly cautious attitude.

He is inclined to exercise self-control and tries to suppress his inner excitability or irritability. However, Gordon-Levitt can be somewhat self-willed and determined to be independent. If Joseph Gordon-Levitt feels that someone is holding him down too much, he may suddenly break up the relationship.

Now we will discuss patterns of behavior which Joseph Gordon-Levitt instinctively and habitually reverts to when under stress - a mostly subconscious process that he is apt to over indulge in because it is so familiar and hence easy for him. The direction Joseph Gordon-Levitt needs to follow in order to develop balance, greater awareness, and wholeness is also described.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt's path lies in his development as an individual, the discovery of his own strengths and joys, the capacity to express his uniqueness and to stand out in a crowd. This involves becoming a leader, even though Gordon-Levitt's instinct is actually to be "one of the Indians" rather than the "chief". When under stress Joseph Gordon-Levitt is apt to seek safety in numbers, to go along with the group. Also, he may believe that striving to do his personal best and to excel is wrong or selfish, but Joseph should let go of this notion. Finding his own center and doing what gives him delight and energy is the most worthwhile contribution Joseph Gordon-Levitt can offer the world at large.

It is in his way of thinking, processing information and communicating that Joseph Gordon-Levitt is most likely to wrestle with these issues. In Gordon-Levitt's relationships with neighbors, colleagues, and acquaintances, he needs to try to bring out the qualities described above.

The following are specific activities that will support Joseph Gordon-Levitt in his growth. These may or may not feel natural to Gordon-Levitt, and he may initially resist or feel awkward about them, but they are crucial to his path to wholeness.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt should care for and nourish children, plants, pets or other people. He needs to make a home, create and sustain strong relationships with his family or a community that can support him and give him a sense of safety and belonging.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt should develop his listening skills and deepen his understanding and appreciation of women and their perspective. Joseph Gordon-Levitt has to learn to trust his own feelings, intuitions and emotional needs. He needs to care for himself in an accepting, non-judgmental way.

It is in Joseph Gordon-Levitt's best interest to take all that is good and helpful from his past and use it in a new way. (If he is so inclined, Joseph may want to explore the potential of past-life regression to tap into gifts he has already developed).

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Saturn in Libra

Saturn in 5th house

Jupiter Conjunct Saturn

Saturn Conjunct Moon/Uranus

N. Node in Leo

N. Node in 3rd house

N. Node Conjunct Moon