Van Morrison
motivation

Although he is empathetic, sensitive and responsive to others' feelings and needs (as described on the previous page), he also has a very clear-eyed, objective and practical nature, described in more detail below. Because Van Morrison appears to be a softy, others may be surprised at his cool, intelligent criticism and insights. Others may feel that Van Morrison swings from extremes of kind tenderheartedness to biting sarcasm.

His warm, caring side, combined with his perfectionism, can make him very effective in any service area because he has the capacity to work practically and efficiently and to show deep concern for the needs of others.

At heart Van Morrison is modest and humble and rarely strives to be in the limelight or in a position of power. Van Morrison has a sharp analytical mind, a keen eye for detail, and prefers to observe, dissect, and study life from a distance. Conscientious and conservative, Morrison can be relied upon to be cautious, efficient, and thorough in his work and he takes pride in a job well done. What he may lack in self-confidence Van Morrison often makes up for in skills - fostering expertise, technical knowledge and competence in a specialized area. He is adept at using his hands to create or fix things, and meticulous attention to detail and careful craftsmanship are his forte. Some would say he is a little too meticulous, for Morrison can be extremely critical and petty if everything is not done exactly as he thinks it should be, and he worries about things that other people consider trivial and unimportant. Van Morrison likes to organize, categorize and arrange everything into a logical system and is often distinctly uncomfortable when something does not fit into a neat category. Disorganization vexes Morrison. He probably wishes that he were not such a perfectionist, for besides being a stickler for details, Morrison can also be mercilessly self-critical. Whether in his environment or within himself, Morrison tends to focus on the flaws, with a desire to improve, refine, and perfect. He is strictly factual, truthful, and scrupulously honest in his self-assessment and often does not give himself enough praise or credit.

He is also highly discriminating and may be especially particular about his diet, hygiene, and health habits. Van has high aesthetic standards and refined sensitivities, and is bothered by environmental elements (such as disorder, cigarette smoke, etc.) that others overlook. His tastes are simple and understated, yet refined. He is truly offended by coarseness, bluntness and vulgarity. Morrison can sometimes be difficult to live with because of his fastidiousness, sensitivity and idiosyncrasies about food and cleanliness.

Though Van Morrison seems rather cool and self-contained, he is very helpful by nature and enjoys serving others. He is content to play a supporting role rather than the lead. He is quietly devoted to the ones he cares for.

He is cautious, realistic and practical in his approach to life and disinclined to gamble. Van Morrison analyzes before he acts. He is sometimes too serious. If Morrison allowed himself to play and make mistakes, it would be highly beneficial to his health!

He is a private person and inclined to withdraw in very public and impersonal social settings. Van Morrison prefers to work at home or in a very personal small business.

Morrison invests a lot of his creative energy into his home, family relationships, and his inner life.

Van Morrison has a sensitive physique, is impressionable and prone to external influences. Van should guard against the tendency to escape through drugs, alcohol etc. His imagination is very vivid and Morrison is likely to dream of big things.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Ascendant in Cancer and Sun in Virgo

Sun in Virgo

Sun in 4th house

Sun Conjunct Neptune/Pluto