Wilma Rudolph
approach to life and appearances

The following is a description of Wilma's basic stance toward life, the way others see her, the way Wilma Rudolph comes across, the face she shows to the world. In the page about motivation you will read about the inner Wilma Rudolph - her real motivation, which describes the kind of person she is at heart and where her true priorities lie. Study this page and the next one and compare them - there may be significant differences between the two, in which case "the inner Wilma Rudolph" may not shine through and others may be in for so a few surprises once they get to know Wilma a little better. This page describes the disguise Rudolph wears, her role in life, while the page about motivation talks about the real person beneath the disguise.

Wilma Rudolph appears gentle and soft, and she acts rather reserved with others until she knows them well and feels it is safe to be open with them. Wilma has a strong need for emotional security and a sense of belonging, and is deeply attached to the past: her heritage, roots, family, cherished friends, familiar places, etc. Making radical changes or moves away from what is familiar and safe can be very painful and difficult for her. Rudolph tends to cling to people, memories and possessions of personal or sentimental significance. Having a home, a safe haven, is very important to Rudolph.

Rudolph approaches life emotionally and subjectively and she is sensitive to the emotional atmosphere, the subtle undercurrents of feeling in and around her. Instinctive and non-rational, Wilma Rudolph is often unable to give a clear, simple explanation for her actions. Something either feels right, or it does not.

Her emotions and personal loyalties tend to color Wilma's thoughts and opinions. She views life from a very personal perspective and often cannot mentally detach herself from her own personal bias and prejudices. She is apt to be concerned primarily with how something affects her and those dear and close to her, rather than with the principle or the broader social implications. For instance, she may be very patriotic and feel that whatever "my country" does is right without really knowing much about the other nation's policies or point of view. Simply put: if it is good for Wilma and her near and dear ones, then it is good. If it is not good for her and her near and dear ones, it is no good.

She is tenaciously loyal, protective, and supportive of those she cares about, and has a very strong nurturing, paternal nature. Wilma Rudolph empathizes with others and intuitively senses the feelings and needs of other people. Compassionate and sympathetic, she is easily moved by others' pain, and Wilma Rudolph is often the one that others seek out when they need comfort, reassurance, or help.

Her moods fluctuate and change frequently and she is sometimes open and sometimes withdrawn emotionally. Wilma Rudolph communicates nonverbally and appreciates a person who can pick up subtle cues and hints, rather than having to make everything explicit.

Wilma never forgets either kindness or unkindness shown to her.

Wilma Rudolph has a friendly, affectionate attitude towards others and a great deal of personal charm. Her attractiveness is one of the first things others notice about Wilma, and is probably something she cares a great deal about. Rudolph gets along well with people and knows how to please them. Wilma Rudolph has a well honed sense of style and beauty.

Rudolph projects a feeling of broad-mindedness, generosity, and beneficence, a sense that she is someone others should listen to and treat with respect. Because Wilma Rudolph generally makes such a favorable impression on people, many doors are open to her, and it may seem that she Wilma somehow luckier than other people. Mostly this is due to the confidence that Wilma Rudolph emanates.

Astrological factors in this Astro Profile section:

Cancer Rising

Venus Conjunct Asc.

Jupiter Sextile Asc.