William Michael Rossetti
drive and ambition

He is a perfectionist and has high standards for his own work. William Michael Rossetti often feels that if he wants something done right he must do it himself, for others do not do as thorough a job as he does. Doing a task well is very important to him, and he may labor over minute details that others would not bother with. William Michael Rossetti strives for accuracy, efficiency and precision, and he becomes very irritable when things are not done "right".

On the other hand, William Michael Rossetti can become so much of a perfectionist and so self-critical that he will not even attempt many activities and projects, feeling that his efforts will simply not be good enough. He is usually modest and realistic in assessing what he can accomplish and, if anything, William Michael Rossetti underestimates himself. Of course, practice makes perfect, and if Rossetti does apply himself diligently in a given area, he gradually gains self-confidence as he masters skills and develops expertise.

William Michael Rossetti conserves his energy and paces himself so that he does not waste or diffuse his efforts. An unwillingness to take risks or venture from the beaten track can sometimes limit his opportunities. In short, Rossetti may not aim high enough, thereby settling for too little in life.

William Michael Rossetti meets numerous challenges and possibly defeats in pursuit of his goals and desires, and his setbacks often occur because William has been too rash or intent on working his own will regardless of the impact on others. William Michael Rossetti is intense and passionate, and simply does not know when to stop sometimes! Recklessness with others can be a problem for Rossetti.

Rossetti dreams up creative solutions to problems and takes an imaginative, unusual approach to getting a job done. When difficulties arise, William Michael Rossetti prefers to avoid conflict and confrontation in favor of more peaceful or subtle methods of resolving problems. Rossetti finds it satisfying to work in order to help others or for a cause that transcends his own narrow, personal interests. William Michael Rossetti has an artistic flair and appreciates the colorful, unique or strange.

William Michael Rossetti has a great deal of energy and a strong need to accomplish what he sets out to do. His demeanor tends to be somewhat nervous and excitable and William is inclined to be the dominant one in his partnerships, marriage, and other relationships.

He may find it difficult to communicate with others and has a tendency to quarrel. It is hard for William Michael Rossetti to express himself and his ideas and opinions may often be challenged by others. Because of frequent disagreements, William is likely to feel that his relationships are incompatible.

William Michael Rossetti tends to feel lonely and cut off from people. Feeling defenseless and lacking initiative, he has a tendency to give up too easily. Because of his inner conflicts, Rossetti may have to deal with depression a lot and may acquire a certain fear of the future.

William Michael Rossetti has a good balance between idealism, optimism, and vision for the future on one hand and a realistic sense of what can actually be achieved on the other hand. His judgment and business sense are usually quite good. William possesses patience and the ability to accept limitation and frustration on the way to his goals.

Older, more experienced individuals or mentors are likely to play a significant and beneficial role in William's life.

Language, words, communication, networking, clarity of speech or writing, being a messenger or go-between - these are key features in his career, as well as how William Michael Rossetti goes about achieving his goals and ambitions. "Work smarter, not harder" is Rossetti's motto.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Mars in Virgo

Mars in 8th house

Mars Trine Neptune

Mars Conjunct Sun/Moon

Mars Conjunct Mercury/Saturn

Mars Conjunct Saturn/MC

Jupiter Trine Saturn

MC Conjunct Mercury