Jules Massenet
approach to life and appearances

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

Forward-looking and progressive, he is a person who supports change, innovation, and human advancement, and Jules Massenet is often strongly committed to a humanitarian cause or social improvement. He is extremely aware of the interrelations between all people, and is always projecting personal issues unto a greater whole. Massenet sees the political or social ramifications of personal actions, and he wishes to contribute something of value to the world, or at least to his community or group.

The ideals of equality, fairness, human rights, brotherhood, and social justice color Jules' whole outlook and approach to life. He is truly interested in the good of the whole and not only his own personal well-being.

Sometimes he may overlook or ignore his own and others' personal needs, desires, and feelings, especially if they do not conform to his ideals of how one should feel or act. Though he has little patience for conservative narrow-mindedness, Jules Massenet himself is sometimes dogmatic about his beliefs and ideologies.

He is attracted to the avant-garde, the latest advances in human thought and development, and he is eclectic and cosmopolitan in his tastes. He may consider himself a "global citizen" rather than claiming a narrow, limited identification based on nationality, race, familial heritage, etc. Jules Massenet is strongly influenced by his peer group and the flavor of the times in which he grew up, more so than by parental or family influences. He is involved and active in groups, community efforts, as well as cultural and progressive movements.

On a personal level, Jules Massenet is friendly and expresses a kind of impersonal good will towards others. Massenet probably has many acquaintances but few really close friends, and much of Massenet's relationships with others are based on a sharing of common ideals and principles, rather than on emotional ties. Others see Jules Massenet as a good friend and a comrade who is objective, fair and rather detached emotionally. Jules does not often show his emotions, and may be unsure about how to respond to others' emotional expression, for he tends to be very rational.

Jules Massenet is also very independent and refuses to be possessed by any individual. Jules Massenet is not comfortable with traditional sexual roles and is inclined to have "liberated" views about marriage, relationships, sharing of child rearing responsibilities, etc. Jules Massenet needs to have a life outside of the personal, domestic sphere and to be involved with people on a broader scale. The nurturing of family ties, and close, deep, personal relationships may take a back seat to Massenet's work or outside social activities.

Jules Massenet seems gentle and receptive and often does not make a clear, strong impression on others. Jules Massenet has an elusive and subtle quality, and people may be nebulous about who he is. He is easily influenced by others and somewhat naive. Jules Massenet has a spiritual, mystical approach to life and he is very idealistic and sometimes impractical.

Jules Massenet appears sympathetic and approachable. Because he uses his feelings and intuition in assessing people, others sense that Massenet understands their feelings or their personal situations. At the same time Jules Massenet really wants people to know how he feels, and their care and support are very important to him.

He is likely to acquire a very powerful position and will gain public recognition for his efforts. Jules Massenet may even achieve a degree of celebrity in his sphere and would make an excellent politician.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Aquarius Rising

Neptune Conjunct Asc.

Moon Trine Asc.

Asc. Conjunct MC/Pluto