Neil deGrasse Tyson
challenges and difficulties

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

Neil deGrasse Tyson has a mature, disciplined, serious attitude toward life that colors everything he does. Caution and realism are his virtues though Neil limits himself at times by being too careful, shy or fearful, not believing in himself enough, or lacking the required assertiveness. Others find Neil deGrasse Tyson difficult to get to know intimately, as Tyson tends to distance himself from them or to outwardly adopt a rather stern, "adult" demeanor.

Neil deGrasse Tyson has a tendency to be overly critical of himself. He may be plagued by feelings of guilt about certain past events, leading to further self-doubt. Neil must learn to handle his frustration, depression and discontent and try to overcome his lack of self-confidence.

Now we will discuss patterns of behavior which Neil deGrasse Tyson 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 Neil deGrasse Tyson needs to follow in order to develop balance, greater awareness, and wholeness is also described.

Instinctively he is a fighter and an individualist who can stand alone when necessary. Very often, however, Neil stands alone when he does not need to, not realizing the support, assistance, and resources others may have to offer. Neil deGrasse Tyson has a tendency to "reinvent the wheel" and to feel that he must be self-reliant and that only he can come up with the answers he needs. Implicit in this attitude is a kind of arrogance as well as a rather competitive approach, which - at its worst - can alienate him from others, or make Neil deGrasse Tyson feel that "it is me against the world".

Social skills and graces and what Neil deGrasse Tyson calls social "games" do not come naturally to him. Neil deGrasse Tyson needs to learn how to share and join others, and how to negotiate and resolve conflict with others in a cooperative way.

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

He is very socially minded and it is easy for Neil deGrasse Tyson to show his affection. His family or community probably provided fertile ground for his development. Tyson may love to show off a little and he thrives on being involved with others in joyful group activities.

Neil deGrasse Tyson tends to feel inferior and his attitude in the presence of others could be a bit negative or weak. He is inclined to shy away from groups and would be a rather quiet and passive member of an organization or association.

Neil deGrasse Tyson has a strong desire to take part in social functions and entertainment and cultivate an active exchange of thoughts with others. Neil also appreciates associations and has the ability to carry enterprises to a successful conclusion through teamwork.

He enjoys relationships with others who can tune into the spiritual world and Neil deGrasse Tyson is likely to join groups or associations that sponsor psychics and that explore the connection with karmic influences.

Neil deGrasse Tyson tends to have deep bonds with the people he associates with and is likely to encounter some unusual or fated relationships. Some of his contacts could be with very influential people who may be of help to Tyson in the future.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Saturn in Sagittarius

Saturn in 1st house

Saturn Opposition Moon/Mars

N. Node in Libra

N. Node in 10th house

N. Node Conjunct Sun/Jupiter

N. Node Conjunct Sun/Neptune

N. Node Conjunct Mercury/Jupiter

N. Node Conjunct Mercury/Neptune

N. Node Conjunct Pluto/Asc.