Philip Michael Thomas
drive and ambition

Once Philip Michael Thomas sets his mind on a goal, his dedication, determination, and commitment are extraordinary. Thomas pursues his ambitions tenaciously and will stubbornly refuse to give up, let go, or be influenced in any way. Like Aesop's tortoise, Philip labors patiently and steadfastly until he achieves what he wants - or until it is clear beyond a shadow of a doubt that all is lost. He is a reliable, consistent and productive worker, and he often shoulders more of the workload than his co-workers, usually without complaint. He often ends up with the nitty-gritty work. He prefers a regular routine, with definite hours and clearly defined responsibilities and tasks. In fact, establishing a pattern or routine is very important to his success because once he gets started in a certain direction, it is easy for Philip Michael Thomas to kept to that path. Getting started is more difficult. Philip Michael Thomas has a lazy, comfort-loving side and there is often a good deal of inertia for him to overcome before Thomas gets going; but once he gets a momentum going, his energy level is strong and steady.

He is interested in concrete results and solid, practical achievements. Philip Michael Thomas needs to have some tangible product or contribution to show for his efforts, and cannot be content with only intangible rewards (such as having a good time, learning, or spiritual enrichment). Material well-being and security is also a large factor in determining what he does. Philip's stamina and persistence are his greatest assets, but they can also work against him; he can get caught in a rut and refuse to seize new opportunities. Philip Michael Thomas also tends to play it safe, and to limit himself as a result.

He is a doer and an achiever. Energetic, courageous, and often impatient, Philip Michael Thomas will forge ahead with his plans regardless of others' reservations. In fact, Thomas often feels other people get in his way and he prefers working on his own. Philip is active, assertive, and rather competitive as well.

He is quite passionate, loves children, and is inclined to wish for a large family. In fact, Philip Michael Thomas is likely to become completely bound up in his marriage and family life.

In meeting his challenges and difficulties in life, Philip Michael Thomas does have allies: his ability to tolerate tension and ambivalence, his ability to compromise, and a capacity to endure discomfort. Remaining steady in the midst of crisis or sudden change is an aspect of this, as well as knowing when to wait and when to make necessary changes. Philip's timing is usually good.

Philip has the ability to concentrate, but he is inclined to be wrapped up entirely in his own ideas. Although he has a tendency to think too much, Philip Michael Thomas thinks out the consequences of his actions ahead of time and learns the lessons well from his experiences.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mars in Taurus

Mars in 1st house

Mars Conjunct Venus/N. Node

Saturn Sextile Uranus

MC Opposition Mercury/Saturn