Maria Sharapova
challenges and difficulties

Maria Sharapova has a critical, cynical attitude towards many religions and philosophies. Without realizing it, she prevents herself from appreciating new viewpoints and attitudes. Sharapova is more rigid and dogmatic than she realizes. Her approach may also be too intellectual or moralistic. Maria Sharapova takes her own political beliefs and spiritual philosophy very seriously, worrying and fretting if she is not 100% clear about some ideology or theory.

It may be difficult for Maria Sharapova to play spontaneously or just let her hair down, for she tends to inhibit that side of her by being too self-conscious and concerned with the impression she is making.

Maria may work very hard at some sport or creative medium in order to excel, for she wants very, very much to be noticed, acknowledged, and recognized as special in some way. Though she may indeed be outstanding, Maria Sharapova also needs to learn to relax and enjoy herself more.

She is serious and sincere about her interests, does not accept superficial answers and is not easily placated. Maria wants her inspirations to become reality and she does not mind upsetting a few apple carts in the process. Maria Sharapova becomes impatient with others for being hesitant to implement new ideas and take action, and her occasional outbreaks of brusque, insensitive behavior often do more harm than good.

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

Seeking harmonious interpersonal relationships, cooperation, and togetherness, as well as the desire to please or appease other people, are drives that come very naturally to Maria Sharapova - so much so that she seeks them out at her own expense. When she is under stress, Sharapova tends to look outside herself for approval or answers, and she leans on others too much. Therefore, developing self-reliance, and the courage to look inwardly for answers and forge her own path through life is a key factor in her self-development.

Maria Sharapova is often tempted to be less than completely straightforward about her intentions or desires, and she can become enmeshed in a quagmire of "little white lies". Stark honesty - both inward and toward others - is the only way out! This, however, leads to the need to confront some of Sharapova's most deeply ingrained fears, such as "what if they do not like me?" and "what if I have to go through this alone?".

Maria Sharapova needs to cultivate her ability to be assertive, take initiative and act on her own behalf. Directness and self-reliance are imperative.

It is in her public life and career that Maria Sharapova is most likely to wrestle with these issues. The latter will impact Sharapova's reputation and standing in her community or professional circle, as well as how Maria Sharapova achieves her important life goals and aspirations.

The following are specific activities that will support Maria Sharapova in her growth. These may or may not feel natural to Sharapova, and she may initially resist or feel awkward about them, but they are crucial to her path to wholeness.

Maria Sharapova has to learn to communicate and express herself through the written or spoken word. It is best for Maria to study, learn skills and develop her intellectual interests and capacities. Sharapova needs to become involved in sharing and exchanging information with others and in developing her intellectual reasoning ability. Maria Sharapova should practice using her mind, her thinking skills and her ability to be objective. "Work smarter, not harder" might be a motto for her.

Writing, teaching, recording, transcribing, dialoguing, negotiating, mediating, communicating, or facilitating clear communication are significant activities for Maria Sharapova to pursue.

Maria Sharapova should develop faith and confidence both in herself and in a higher power that can guide, nourish, and help her. She needs to expand her willingness to dream and envision better things in life by studying religion, philosophy and other subjects that enable her to acquire a larger, more inclusive view of the world.

Being generous with her time, energy and resources in helping others achieve a better life will in turn benefit Maria Sharapova.

Maria Sharapova has a friendly, open and sociable manner and a strong desire to cultivate relationships with warm and congenial people. She may enjoy participating in artistic events and she likes to associate with art lovers.

Maria Sharapova has a strong desire to take part in social functions and entertainment and cultivate an active exchange of thoughts with others. Maria also appreciates associations and has the ability to carry enterprises to a successful conclusion in team-work.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Saturn in Sagittarius

Saturn in 5th house

Saturn Conjunct Uranus

N. Node in Aries

N. Node in 10th house

N. Node Conjunct Mercury

N. Node Conjunct Jupiter

N. Node Conjunct Sun/Venus

N. Node Conjunct Mercury/Jupiter