Wilma Rudolph
in Relationships

She is not easily moved by emotional displays and can be curiously detached from her own emotions and those of others. It is almost as if she could turn her feelings on and off at will; Wilma should be careful not to leave the switch "off" too often, for she could easily become too impersonal. Family relationships and attachments are not as important to her as they are to most people and Rudolph often considers her friends closer to her than her blood relatives. Certainly, Rudolph's sympathy and concern extends much beyond her immediate family. In her personal relationships, Wilma Rudolph insists upon a certain amount of independence and the freedom to pursue friendships with as many people, of both sexes, as she chooses. Wilma does not appreciate a jealous, possessive partner.

Wilma Rudolph feels comfortable in an atmosphere that is open and experimental, and she has little taste for convention and tradition.

Though she wants close relationships very much, Wilma Rudolph often closes herself off and does not really trust others who may wish to get to know her. Rudolph is very wholehearted in her feelings and responses to people, and she wants all or nothing from the people she cares for.

Wilma Rudolph often feels that she must do something or be something other than what she is in order to receive approval and acceptance from others. She is very sensitive to criticism and easily feels left out or neglected, and though she may appear cool or distant, Rudolph actually cares very much about being included. Because she is so sensitive, it may seem easier for Wilma Rudolph to withdraw into a shell rather than risk the emotional bumps and bruises she may endure once she lets others really know her in an intimate, personal way. Her reserve and caution make establishing close emotional relationships with others difficult, and Wilma Rudolph becomes very attached to the few people she considers "real friends". Rudolph can gain inner security and strength through periods of solitude if she views them as times to nourish herself and develop her own interests, rather than as times of loneliness.

Wilma Rudolph has a dreamy nature and an inclination to be influenced or led easily by other people. Wilma looks for the perfect mate and dream of fulfillment. Wilma Rudolph must learn to deal with her extreme idealism and to face life a little more realistically.

Her emotional life tends to be a bit strange and she is likely to fantasize a lot and to weave a web of illusions. Easily swayed by the needs of others, Wilma Rudolph must learn not to take on others problems and also guard against others deceiving her.

Sensitive and sentimental, Wilma Rudolph is deeply attached to her family, old friends, familiar places and the past. She is romantic and tender in love relationships, and it is of utmost importance to Rudolph to remember birthdays, anniversaries, family rituals and other personally significant days. Wilma Rudolph seeks caring, emotional support, and security in her love relationships. Wilma likes to be needed, as well as to cherish and protect her loved ones, of whom she is somewhat possessive.

Rudolph is very much aware of her personal appearance, attractiveness, and charm, and she can be rather narcissistic. On the other hand, Wilma Rudolph is concerned with getting along with others and she has a pleasing, agreeable manner that people find quite appealing. Wilma uses tact or charm to get what she wants rather than intense effort or force. Her desire for love and affection colors everything Wilma Rudolph does.

Wilma Rudolph loves to laugh, celebrate, and to enjoy herself with her companions. Emotionally open and easygoing, Wilma considers just about anyone a friend or potential friend. Her good humor and friendliness make her quite popular and well-liked. At times, Wilma Rudolph overdoes the festivities, but she rarely regrets this.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Moon in Aquarius

Moon in 8th house

Moon Square Saturn

Moon Opposition Venus/Neptune

Moon Opposition Neptune/Asc.

Venus in Cancer

Venus in 1st house

Venus Sextile Jupiter