Oscar Wilde
motivation

Although Oscar Wilde appears aloof or self-sufficient at times (as described on the previous page), he is actually very interested in people and the social aspect of life. Oscar has high standards for relationships, and he may not realize that it is more difficult for others to meet these standards than for him. Wilde believes that he merely expects a little courtesy and respect, however Oscar Wilde actually becomes upset over rather minor oversights by his partner or friend.

Harmony and balance are his keynotes. Oscar Wilde instinctively understands the need to accommodate other people's interests and desires, and he is always fair and willing to meet others half way. Tactful, diplomatic, and quite socially aware, Oscar does all he can to avoid conflict and discord. His spirit is one of cooperation and compromise, and he often achieves through charm and discretion what would have been impossible to achieve with a direct, forceful approach.

Getting along with and pleasing others may be too important to Wilde since he can be too dependent on the approval and opinions of other to make his own decisions. Wilde will rarely act without seeking the counsel and feedback of other people. He prefers sharing and doing things with others rather than on his own. Being alone feels very unnatural to Oscar Wilde, and he has a strong need for a partner and intimate one-on-one relationships.

Oscar Wilde invests a great deal of his energy in personal love relationships and he is very idealistic and romantic about marriage. Oscar Wilde seeks a partner who is his equal intellectually, and who is capable of a mental relationship as well as a physical and emotional one. He makes a thoughtful, considerate friend or lover, and he enjoys the traditional symbols of love - courtship, flowers, etc. Wilde perceives relationships like an art that requires time, attention and creative effort. Oscar Wilde appreciates a partner who is subtle and polished, never coarse or blunt.

Fairness and equality, both in his personal relationships and in the world, are extremely important to him. If Oscar Wilde fights about anything, it is often about something he feels is unfair and unbalanced. Balance is very important to Oscar. He believes in moderation in all things and avoids fanaticism and extremism at all costs.

Oscar Wilde also has a strong need for beautiful, harmonious surroundings and a natural sense of artistic style and grace, which is reflected in the way Wilde dresses and furnishes his home and workspace. Everything must be aesthetically pleasing and appropriate. Working with people as a counselor, advisor, consultant, or negotiator, or in an artistic field such as design or photography would be fulfilling to him.

Ownership gives Oscar Wilde a sense of security, and he has a strong attachment to his possessions. Oscar also has a natural instinct for or understanding of economics, finance, trade, and appraising the value of merchandise.

Oscar has big aspirations and the desire to succeed in life in a grand way. Oscar Wilde tends to exaggerate, promise more than is feasible and misjudge by being overly optimistic. However, he never gives up on his hopes for the future. Wilde tends to be restless and discontent with the responsibilities and limitations of life.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Ascendant in Virgo and Sun in Libra

Sun in Libra

Sun in 2nd house

Sun Square Jupiter