William Petersen
challenges and difficulties

William Petersen takes his personal relationships so seriously that they may seem more like work, constant effort and compromise, rather than a free and enjoyable sharing experience. He may feel that relationships in general require more of him than they are worth, and William enters into any close relationship cautiously and conscientiously. William Petersen also fears entrapment in close relationships.

It may be difficult for William Petersen to play spontaneously or just let his hair down, for he tends to inhibit that side of his by being too self-conscious and concerned with the impression he is making.

William may work very hard at some sport or creative medium in order to excel, for he wants very, very much to be noticed, acknowledged and recognized as special in some way. Though he may indeed be outstanding, William Petersen also needs to learn to relax and enjoy himself more.

William Petersen takes his ideals and dreams very seriously and goes through periods of fervent dedication to a lofty ideal or vision. William has the ability to acquire true spiritual or imaginative insight, but he can also become so involved in his imaginative, idealistic pursuits that he looses perspective and develops feelings of alienation and isolation.

William Petersen has a sense of duty and responsibility, but may find it difficult to make up his mind and come to a decision. Petersen is somewhat slow to act, and his need to be fully prepared inclines him to let good opportunities slip away at times.

When he is with others, William Petersen may often suddenly become inhibited. He is inclined to be afraid of confrontations and probably will avoid group activities as much as possible.

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

William Petersen's path lies in cultivating idealism and humanitarian feelings, being concerned with how Petersen's actions impact the world at large, perhaps becoming more aware of the social implications of Petersen's life style and personal choices or becoming active politically. Participating in organizations that support Petersen's ideals is one way to do this.

When under stress he is likely to become overly focused on himself and his own little world.

Instead of "how will this benefit or hurt me?" Petersen's focus needs to shift to "how will this affect us all?".

Ideally, William Petersen needs to strike a balance between doing for himself and doing for others, by discovering how Petersen's unique gifts can benefit others.

It is in fostering a personal vision or philosophy of life, whether through religious or philosophical studies, education or the wisdom of distant lands or cultures that William Petersen is most likely to wrestle with these issues. William Petersen needs to cultivate the qualities described above in this endeavor. Long distance communication and involvement with foreigners is likely to be significant to Petersen.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Saturn in Libra

Saturn in 5th house

Saturn Conjunct Neptune

Saturn Opposition Mars/Jupiter

Saturn Opposition Uranus/N. Node

N. Node in Aquarius

N. Node in 9th house