Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. in Relationships

Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. in relationships: The Inner Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. - his real motivation.

Although Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. appears aloof or self-sufficient at times (as described on the previous page), he is actually very interested in people and the social aspect of life. Arthur has high standards for relationships, and he may not realize that it is more difficult for others to meet these standards than for him. Schlesinger believes that he merely expects a little courtesy and respect, however Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. actually becomes upset over rather minor oversights by his partner or friend.

Harmony and balance are his keynotes. Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. instinctively understands the need to accommodate other people's interests and desires, and he is always fair and willing to meet others half way. Tactful, diplomatic, and quite socially aware, Arthur does all he can to avoid conflict and discord. His spirit is one of cooperation and compromise, and he often achieves through charm and discretion what would have been impossible to achieve with a direct, forceful approach.

Getting along with and pleasing others may be too important to Schlesinger since he can be too dependent on the approval and opinions of other to make his own decisions. Schlesinger will rarely act without seeking the counsel and feedback of other people. He prefers sharing and doing things with others rather than on his own. Being alone feels very unnatural to Arthur Schlesinger, Jr., and he has a strong need for a partner and intimate one-on-one relationships.

Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. invests a great deal of his energy in personal love relationships and he is very idealistic and romantic about marriage. Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. seeks a partner who is his equal intellectually, and who is capable of a mental relationship as well as a physical and emotional one. He makes a thoughtful, considerate friend or lover, and he enjoys the traditional symbols of love - courtship, flowers, etc. Schlesinger perceives relationships like an art that requires time, attention and creative effort. Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. appreciates a partner who is subtle and polished, never coarse or blunt.

Fairness and equality, both in his personal relationships and in the world, are extremely important to him. If Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. fights about anything, it is often about something he feels is unfair and unbalanced. Balance is very important to Arthur. He believes in moderation in all things and avoids fanaticism and extremism at all costs.

Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. also has a strong need for beautiful, harmonious surroundings and a natural sense of artistic style and grace, which is reflected in the way Schlesinger dresses and furnishes his home and workspace. Everything must be aesthetically pleasing and appropriate. Working with people as a counselor, advisor, consultant, or negotiator, or in an artistic field such as design or photography would be fulfilling to him.

Ownership gives Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. a sense of security, and he has a strong attachment to his possessions. Arthur also has a natural instinct or understanding of economics, finance, trade, and appraising the value of merchandise.

Schlesinger can be an inspiring leader of a team or group effort. His dynamism and energy evokes the same in others, and he sees healthy competition between people as a plus. Generally, Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. enjoys fine health as well.

The unusual and unorthodox appeal to Schlesinger, and he does not allow tradition, convention or other people's expectations to dictate how he is going to live his life. Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. craves freedom, adventure, excitement and discovery, and is not afraid of change. Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. possesses inventive and creative genius.

He may find it hard to establish relationships with other people and he tends to look for more timid partners. Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. could also have difficulty expressing his ideas to others as well as coming to an understanding with them.

Astrological factors in this section:

Ascendant in Virgo and Sun in Libra

Sun in Libra

Sun in 2nd house

Sun Sextile Mars

Sun Trine Uranus

Sun Conjunct Neptune/N. Node

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