Lark Voorhies
motivation

Although Lark Voorhies appears gentle and sympathetic toward others (as explained in the previous chapter), she is also a "warrior". Voorhies sometimes feels torn between these two facets of her character: the sensitive, tenderhearted, home-loving side, and the assertive, competitive, risk-taking side. People who first meet Lark Voorhies often think that she is a "softy", but later find out that she is strong willed and pursues her goals aggressively.

She is a person who thrives on challenge, and she often feels that she must battle her way through life, relying on no one and nothing but her own strength, intelligence and courage. Lark Voorhies believes in being totally honest, true to herself and her own vision and convictions, even if it means standing alone. Honesty, integrity, personal honor and authenticity are Voorhies' gods, and she has no sympathy for weakness of character in others.

Lark Voorhies craves the freedom to do things in her own way, and she works very well independently. Cooperating with others or carrying out another's will is not her style. Lark likes to be the chief - or to go it alone.

Lark Voorhies loves action and if others are settling down into a nice, comfortable little rut, then she is always ready to stir things up, do something new, make changes and introduce some fresh blood. Routine and sameness are tantamount to death for her. She is not afraid of trying something that has never been done before, and even though she may sometimes be perceived as a fool, Lark Voorhies also discovers, invents and initiates things that others will later emulate. Taking risks and following her own star are the breath of life for Voorhies, and she wilts (or gets very frustrated and angry) if she cannot do this.

She is spontaneous, impulsive, direct, enthusiastic and assertive. Lark Voorhies believes in the power of positive thinking and positive action, and she perceives herself as a strong, even invincible, person. Lark Voorhies hates being ill or in a position of dependency. Accepting her own human limitations and emotional needs is often difficult for her.

She is basically aggressive in her attitudes and less adept at relating to others, picking up on subtle messages and nuances, listening, nurturing and harmonizing. She is often so fired up about her own projects or goals that she inadvertently runs over or ignores other people's feelings and interests. Being receptive and appreciative of others' contributions, ideas and feelings would be highly instrumental in improving Voorhies' relationships. Her impatience to get on with things causes Lark Voorhies to be rather insensitive, thereby alienating others unnecessarily. She also frequently tries to accomplish her goals through anger or temper tantrums. Lark Voorhies would gain much by learning to slow down, relax and sometimes just let things be, however her energetic, restless nature rarely allows Lark Voorhies to do so.

Her career, reputation, and public image are very important to Voorhies. Lark Voorhies has a strong desire to be influential or make her mark on the world. The merely personal sphere does not satisfy her; her ambitions include making a major contribution and receiving broad recognition for her unique effort and gifts. Lark Voorhies may undervalue the personal or inner side of life.

She is imaginative and sensitive to anything colorful, beautiful or magical. She is attracted to artistic and creative pursuits, music and mysticism. Her spiritual values color Lark's whole perspective and approach to life. She is idealistic and perhaps impractical.

She is infused with a sense of personal destiny or mission and can be extremely driven, obsessed and fanatical. Learning about power and how to use it effectively is definitely on her agenda. Lark Voorhies confronts abusive power, tyranny and dominating people who will teach her about power and eventually force Voorhies to claim her own.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Ascendant in Cancer and Sun in Aries

Sun in Aries

Sun in 10th house

Sun Trine Neptune

Sun Opposition Pluto