Mark Owen
drive and ambition

Mark Owen has a warrior's attitude - decisive, courageous, and bold. Mark tends to always crave action, even when waiting for an opportune moment or not doing anything at all would actually be effective in the long-term. He absolutely cannot tolerate being passive or even patient about getting what he wants. Mark Owen feels that it is up to him to take the initiative and he pursues his goal or desire very aggressively.

He is also self-reliant, in that he does not depend on others to do things for him or help him along, and Mark Owen is often irritated when other people offer advice or direction. Cooperation rarely comes easily to him. He is willful and can be quite oblivious to others' desires or feelings when he is pursuing something he wants. He is highly competitive, enjoys a challenge or a good fight, and may be downright pugnacious at times. Abounding in energy and enthusiasm at the start of a new venture, Mark Owen needs a very positive response and encouragement in order to sustain his interest throughout. If a project is not successful from the start, he is liable to drop it and move on to something else rather than rework or refine it. He has a strong desire to blaze new trails and put his own twist to things. Owen can discover, invent and initiate new things, but he is impatient and may lack the stamina and perseverance needed see a long-term project through.

Asserting himself and being direct and forceful about what he wants is very often difficult for Mark. Though he may have a great deal of energy and drive, Mark Owen lacks confidence or simply the desire to put himself and his interests first. Positively, Owen can be very unselfish, working more on behalf of others rather than for himself.

However, Mark Owen denies his own desires and needs too much, and he is likely to secretly become very angry, which will sabotage his finest efforts.

Mark Owen seeks out risky and even dangerous activities, primarily for the excitement they provide. Impulsive, daring, impatient and unconventional, Mark Owen cannot sit still for very long and he has no capacity for "doing things as they have always been done". He is a defiant and independent person who can go it alone if need be. Owen can be extremely bossy and pushy and is prone to sudden, erratic outbursts, especially when he has to wait for what he wants. Courage and a taste for the unorthodox or outrageous are Owen's strengths.

Mark Owen tends to be on the defensive and fears rejection in love relationships. There could be a violent streak in Owen and he is inclined to be rather jealous. Because of his strong sense of duty Mark may also sacrifice his own happiness for others.

Owen dedicates himself wholeheartedly to a cause, makes a great deal of sacrifices and does away with superfluous activities and interests. Others find his approach too severe and are unwilling to go along with Mark Owen under the difficult circumstances that he is willing to tolerate. His determination and capacity for self-denial often help Owen get through the rough spots and achieve the goal he is aiming for.

Positions of honor, affluence, influence, and stature in his community can be his. Mark Owen feels he has a destiny which involves leadership or distinguishing himself in some line of endeavor. Mark possesses an innate sense of greatness or importance, and a strong drive to achieve recognition for his talent. Mark Owen should avoid excessive egotism and arrogant pride, for these could limit his opportunities.

Discipline, concentration, a realistic sense of what is attainable, and steady dedication to achieving his ambitions are the keys to Mark's progress. Mark Owen is apt to move slowly but constantly in the direction of his goals, and solid achievement is the outcome of this conservative approach.

Mark Owen possesses great zeal and passion for achieving his aspirations in life, and can be something of a fanatic when he sets his sights on a goal. Mark could do research work, psychological investigation, even detective work - anything that involves delving beneath the surface for hidden elements. A great love of mystery and exploring the unknown fuels many of Mark's personal ambitions.

Mark has two different career paths which appeal to him, and which may at some point be blended. The first has to do with the arts, entertainment, film, or music industry. The other is an involvement in the ministry, social betterment, charity or volunteer work. Mark Owen has a high degree of sensitivity and this compassion is apt to be a key factor in his professional decisions and overall goals in life.

Often Mark Owen feels like he is being pulled in two directions - what he needs to do to fulfill his long-range ambitions, and what he actually feels like doing. This may make it difficult for Mark to be constant and consistent in pursuing goals, career aims, etc.

Relationships with women, trying to satisfy family needs, or other emotional attachments sometimes also conflict. Often Mark Owen has to decide on one or another at a given time, rather than try to have both.

Owen knows how to discipline himself and faces difficulties with great courage. It may take time, energy and dedication for Mark Owen to achieve his goals; and when he meets defeat, Mark rises above it and continues on his way.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mars in Aries

Mars in 12th house

Mars Opposition Uranus

Mars Conjunct Venus/Saturn

Saturn Trine Pluto

MC Conjunct Sun

Saturn Trine MC

Pluto Trine MC

Neptune Sextile MC

Moon Quincunx MC

MC Opposition Saturn/Pluto