Rowan Atkinson
mental interests and abilities

Clear, objective and realistic, he is unimpressed by exaggerated claims or promises. Rowan Atkinson insists on being shown the facts behind any statement he hears, and his natural skepticism often borders on cynicism. Atkinson approaches problems clearly and rationally and maintains his poise and objectivity even in the midst of critical situations. Anyone seeking Atkinson's advice is certain to get an unemotional and unbiased assessment of their situation, and Rowan - therefore - makes a good arbitrator or judge. He is thorough, conscientious and disciplined in his thinking, and has an aptitude for business, organization and administration. Rowan Atkinson is also a good strategist, and he will plan and patiently follow a realistic course which will lead to his eventual success. Serious-minded and studious, Atkinson enjoys quiet time alone for thinking or reading.

Rowan Atkinson thinks a great deal about his career, his reputation and public image, and the way he makes a contribution or impact on the world at large. Public speaking or some other form of communication is likely to be an important aspect of Rowan Atkinson's work.

Rowan Atkinson has a sharp tongue and ready wit, and he enjoys intellectual competition, problem solving and demanding intellectual work. In a debate, he knows how to drive his point home. Rowan Atkinson also possesses quick reflexes and dexterity and could be an excellent tennis or racquetball player. Any sport which involves a dynamic exchange between players is a suitable arena for Atkinson.

Rowan Atkinson has a very restless and curious mind, and an endless thirst for knowledge, information, learning, or - at the very least - mental stimulation. Intellectually, Atkinson likes to cover a lot of ground, see the big picture and grasp the overall concepts. Rowan Atkinson naturally seeks to discover how all of the small pieces fit together in some grand pattern, and what it all means. Details, technical precision, and the practical application of his theories or insights are not really Atkinson's concern. His "broad brush strokes" approach can be a bit sloppy.

The study of universal law, religion, philosophy or other primarily abstract and conceptual fields appeal to Atkinson. He is ideally suited for broadcasting, publishing, communicating to large groups of people and teaching. When he is enthusiastic about an idea, it is very hard for Rowan Atkinson to keep it to himself. He has a bit of the evangelist in him.

Although broadminded and interested in the philosophical or long-range implications of any plan (as mentioned earlier), Atkinson's mind is clear and practical as well. His wide-ranging ideas and interests are grounded by a sense of realism and order. At times Rowan Atkinson may seesaw between his optimism and sense of broader possibilities, and his skepticism and need for facts and tangible proof.

Rowan Atkinson has a great capacity for concentration, handling details, and learning about subjects others might find ponderous, too technical or dry. He could easily become a teacher of some specialized skill or field of knowledge. Practical applications and techniques are his forte. In speech Rowan Atkinson tends to be factual and to the point.

Atkinson will notice that the description below contradicts some of the statements made in the previous paragraphs. So far, Rowan Atkinson's thinking was depicted as careful, conservative, methodical and possibly narrow or rigid, while the following information defines his mind as quick and innovative. Both are true! Rowan Atkinson incorporates both ways of thinking - the inspired-inventive and the deductive-ordered. Here is a description of the more free-flowing aspect:

Rowan Atkinson has a brilliant, inventive mind, and Atkinson's sudden flashes of insight and clear perception enable him to grasp concepts very quickly. At times Atkinson's mind flits from one subject to the next so rapidly that Rowan Atkinson cannot thoroughly digest any of them. Rowan gets bored and restless, and intellectually rebels against too much tedium. He may be abrupt and impatient with people who plan and plod along, because Rowan Atkinson likes to be open to inspiration and spontaneous. Atkinson could invent or discover something truly original, unique or unheard of.

Rowan Atkinson tends to have big plans and pursues his ideas with great zeal. Rowan Atkinson also has the power to influence people and sway them to his point of view. He may accomplish this through public speaking or writing, and could do well in publicity or advertising.

Rowan Atkinson seems to have a sense of hopelessness and he feels that everything he does is blocked or opposed by others. Rowan Atkinson tends to under-estimate and belittles himself and is inclined to get lost in details. He may find it difficult to concentrate.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mercury in Capricorn

Mercury in 10th house

Mercury Sextile Mars

Mercury Opposition Jupiter

Mercury aspects Jupiter and Saturn

Mercury Sextile Saturn

Mercury aspects Saturn and Uranus

Mercury Opposition Uranus

Mercury Opposition Moon/Pluto

Mercury Conjunct Mars/Saturn