Challenges & Abilities

Focus

These are areas of intense focus and activity in the child's chart. For better or worse, these qualities stand out and are obvious to all those who come to know him. They are very clear parts of his character.

Sun Conjunction Venus 02°48'

Your child is gracious, expressive, warm and affectionate. He radiates love and others are drawn to him. This combination attracts friends and indicates popularity. Your child may gravitate toward authority figures. He probably attracts friends who are older, or dignified in some way. Your child may enjoy a close relationship to his father. He may be artistically gifted, or grow to appreciate theater and the arts (if you give him the opportunity to develop along these lines). Your child may be magnetic, robust and yet quite refined in manner. He may have a sweet tooth.

Mercury Conjunction Venus 04°37'

Your child may love to talk and write, and probably does so beautifully. His sense of color, harmony, manners, and all that is artistic, is self-evident. Your child knows quality, and may love to pick out art or arrange color schemes.

Moon Conjunction Jupiter 04°39'

Children with this aspect are often fortunate in that they rarely have trouble finding support and approval from others. Your child may find that working with people is what he wants to do when he grows up! Whether professionally or not, he will likely find himself guiding and directing other people in one way or another. He has a way with others and could do well in advertising, sales... any occupation that works with the public. Unless there are strong counter-indications in the chart, he tends to look on the bright side and may have a good sense of humor. The child with this aspect typically is generous but tends to overdo in some way - in food, in action, in speech. He feels close to the mother, but should not be over-indulged.

Moon Conjunction Pluto 07°40'

The Moon aspecting Pluto is an extremely powerful aspect that can indicate a dynamo of creative potential, or tremendous destructive force. Your child is apt to be courageous. He is willing to try harder to improve himself or his work. This child needs a strong bonding to the mother. Nevertheless, the child with Moon/Pluto contacts may feel overwhelmed or overpowered by her. This aspect gives a Scorpio coloring to the Moon and indicates the need for trust and communication in the mother-child relationship. The child feels intensely but is not apt to reveal his feelings without prompting. He may be dauntless, but willful; intuitive, but secretive; insightful, but manipulative. Establish the law and maintain it consistently, never in anger but in love.

Challenges

Life can be challenging, and things are not always easy. The major challenges in a natal chart are where we can expect increased activity and personal involvement - ready or not. These critical areas of life can be difficult, and the resulting confusion and possible obscuration often makes it hard for us to see and act with normal clarity. Some of these aspects are apparent in little children, others describe yourselves, his parents and teachers, and the environment you provide for him. Other aspects may show up later, at about age 12 or older, even in young adulthood. Your knowledge of these areas in your child's chart should give you a greater understanding as to how to help him turn stumbling blocks into rings on the ladder of success. Therefore, when it comes to the following factors in your child's chart, you may wish to exercise extra patience.

Mercury Opposition Uranus 00°40'

Brilliance or eccentricity? Children with this aspect may be very original thinkers! Nevertheless, they usually require instruction in follow-up and consistency in their work. This child's natural tendency could be to change his mind in the middle of a project and go rushing off in some new direction. Guide your child in finding practical uses for his plentiful insights.

Venus Opposition Saturn 01°37'

The child with this aspect may feel hampered by authority and elders. Too many rules and regulations may inhibit or put a damper on what his heart feels like doing. Nevertheless, he is likely to be dependable. He could procrastinate and put off attending to the necessities, with the result that duties tend to pile up. He could be somewhat defensive about expressing his real likes and dislikes for fear of being criticized or cut down. He needs a strong sense of self worth and a lot of love from his parents.

Sun Opposition Uranus 02°29'

Sun/Uranus aspects often indicate leadership potential. Your child may be very magnetic, others being drawn to him. He is not afraid to be different, and may indeed be a "trendsetter." Later in life he is likely to be interested in some kind of social or political reform. However, the child with the this aspect may be somewhat of a rebel, with a history of flaunting convention and going against authority. He may feel different than his schoolmates. He could separate himself out and end up as the loner, although this is not necessarily what he inwardly desires. Your child could be very bright with exceptional talent. To be happy, however, he needs to learn to cooperate with others. Be patient in seeing him through those unexciting but necessary routines which are simply part of life. His ideas may be brilliant, but help him learn to test them for practical value as well. Sometimes, Sun/Uranus aspects describe the father as being radical, eccentric, highly individualistic or somehow unusual. Note: if Saturn is well aspected, your child is more apt to have his feet on the ground!

Sun Opposition Saturn 04°24'

At its best, the child with this aspect gets along well with authorities because he has a strong sense of his own identity. He might seem somehow mature for his age, but could tend to take himself a tad too seriously. He could enjoy a close relationship to the father (or a special teacher or elder) who is apt to be instrumental in forming the child's character and direction in life. However, some children with Saturn (law/father) opposite their Sun (ego), frequently find themselves at odds with authority, rules, and conventions in general. The child may tend to be self-critical and may feel he has to "earn" his parents love. He especially seeks approval from the father or father figure. If the father is absent, estranged, too busy to spend time with the family, or condemnatory (or so perceived), the child with Sun/Saturn aspects may be apt to somehow blame himself. He could feel undeserving of being loved (even when this, in fact, is far from the truth). He may look to others for the approval he needs.

Make certain you let your child know that he is loved and that his contribution at home counts. Be careful not to be unduly harsh or critical of him. He could need more affection and attention than you suspect! The child's perception of the father may be largely based on the first 7 years of life. Unresolved feelings with men and/or the father could emerge around age 14 or 15 when Saturn opposes its own position in the chart (and conjoins him Sun) for the first time. On the positive side, this aspect often indicates inner strength and determination. Set up your child for victories and he should rise steadily to the top. He may show particularly mature or sound judgment. Later in life he could be interested in matters of law and psychology. Help him bring out the best of the signs the Sun and Saturn are posited in.

Venus Opposition Uranus 05°17'

This aspect brings challenges in relating to others. Sometimes this Venus/Uranus contact brings unusual, strange or unique attractions. Your child may have many friends. As a youth, he needs to understand the dangers of quick attachments and infatuations. He could confuse love and friendship, be fickle (especially if in mutable signs) or get bored and drop friends abruptly (cardinal). In fixed signs, desire could take the place of common sense. You can help your child work out this energy positively by teaching him to delay gratification (when necessary and appropriate), accept responsibility and be respectful of other people's feelings. It all begins in the nursery!

Mercury Opposition Saturn 06°13'

On the plus side, this aspect indicates mental stamina and the ability to take on tasks others might consider laborious. The young child especially may take to repetitive work. The mind set could be overly serious, critical, or judgmental. Perhaps this is the result of being censored as a child. Your child needs to be heard. He may need your loving guidance in overcoming blocks to self-expression.

Talents and Abilities

Despite whatever problems we may have, there are areas of life where we have clear insight and real talent - natural ability. When it comes to these matters, our judgment is sharp and we always manage to take charge. We have the knack. It may be as simple as the ability to work hard and accomplish things without something going wrong. An innate sense of the workings of these parts of life makes it easy for us to learn and accomplish things where they are concerned. Positive aspects in your child's chart are like money in the bank. It does little good if not wisely invested. Too much ease in a chart can result in lack of motivation. Therefore, provide your child with opportunities to bring out and develop areas of inherent ability.

Venus Trine Pluto 00°35'

People with this aspect are known for getting into intense involvements. They seem to invite emotional confrontations. They seek spiritual regeneration through love. In adult life, they could learn valuable soul lessons through intense karmic relationships. Children with this aspect may cleave to the mother, or to their friends. They may seek to control (or be controlled) by their close pals. Especially during the adolescent years, they could tend to attract partners that aren't particularly good for them. To help your child master this intense aspect, you will need to impart to him solid values regarding sex, money, alcohol and drugs and relationships in general. The better his own sense of self-esteem, the surer he feels in your love, the more likely he will be to attract fulfilling relationships later on. This is a powerfully creative aspect in an artist's chart.

Mercury Sextile Neptune 01°28'

The child with this aspect could have a fantastic imagination and be somehow tuned into what we all dream of at the deepest levels. The dream worlds, the more eternal thoughts of mankind, come easily to him, and he would be a convincing speaker on occult, metaphysical, and religious subjects. Your child could be sensitive, poetic and persuasive. This aspect is common in the charts of composers. He could have oratory and/or theatrical skills. On the downside, this child may weave many a tale. Help your child sort out reality from fact. Insist he tell the truth!

Moon Sextile Neptune 02°10'

Children born with this aspect may be enchanting, with a dreamy look about them. They often have artistic and/or musical talent. They are highly impressionable and tend to pick up on other people's vibrations. Children with the Moon aspecting Neptune need to learn to be discriminating in their choice of companions. Your child may be very kind, but gullible and easily duped (and therefore disappointed.) The line between fantasy and fact may not be apparent. The child could adore the mother, or be confused by her. The mother may help the child develop his creativity productively.

Sun Trine Pluto 02°13'

Its said that those born with Pluto aspecting the Sun manage to cram many lifetimes into one, for during their life they pass though intense periods of self-transformation. This Sun/Pluto contact gives a Scorpio-like coloring to the chart. Your child may experience life with emotional intensity. This aspect confers stamina and good leadership potential for emergency and crisis situations. Your child could be sensitive and strong willed. He may have to work at overcoming resentment; especially when he doesn't get his way.

Moon Sextile Uranus 02°58'

Your child may have a knack for taking an ordinary event and turning it into something brand new, really special! He is likely to be mentally alert and curious about just about everything! Others are attracted to his magnetic personality and he is more likely than not, rarely alone. He may have a somewhat unusual upbringing, and later will likely attract a partner who is independent and also a bit unusual. If the mother is inconsistent in moods, rules or behavior, the child with this aspect could easily become confused. He needs to know he can rely on her. This aspect confers a certain love of adventure. Your child could become bored easily with hum-drum normal routines! One thing is for sure, with this child there's never a dull moment!

Sun Sextile Neptune 03°17'

This is the aspect of the beautiful dreamer. Nevertheless, Neptune can bring us into dangerous waters of enchantment and sometimes, illusion. Children with this placement are very sensitive and impressionable. Many are artistic, endowed with rich imaginations. Your child may be talented at working with images, whether psychological, artistic, or cinematic. He probably love movies and music, anything with a grand theme or gesture. To assure he not be just another dreamer, he will need to put his imagination to work! Your child may need help sorting out the real from the unreal.

Moon Trine Mercury 03°38'

This aspect indicates fluency in communication. Even if your child has an emotional personality, you will be able to reach him through dialogue. He could be a fine speaker. He is likely to be most persuasive! This Moon/Mercury aspect often indicates success in life due to a positive mental attitude.

Mercury Trine Pluto 04°02'

Just call him "Eagle Eye!" Pluto conjunct the planet of mind most often gives sharp mental acumen and penetrating insight. Your child could be expert at getting straight to the heart of things, and would make a super sleuth, or researcher. The deeper a secret is buried, the more likely it is that he will turn it up. In its negative expression, Pluto could cause brooding, irritability, mental stubbornness and/or and nervous tension. There could be a karmic tie with a sibling or relative.

Moon Trine Sun 05°27'

Considered by itself, this trine between the Lights indicates a balanced personality, one in which will (Sun) and feeling (Moon) work together harmoniously. Unless either the Sun or Moon receive hard afflictions, it is probable that your child is popular among his friends and content among his kin. The Sun/Moon trine infuses the chart with vitality and often indicates physical strength and/or a healthy constitution at birth. Children with this aspect typically get along well with friends of both sexes.

Mars Trine Jupiter 07°15'

This aspect is a very fortunate influence in the chart, and is conducive to success in enterprises. Your child is likely to be enthusiastic and energetic in action. When he is motivated to do something, he probably goes after it in a big way! Others remark on his creative energy, great drive, and the fact that he never seems to let up! Children with this positive Mars/Jupiter contact are prompted to help people solve their problems. They particularly like to lend a hand to those in trouble or less fortunate circumstances. When personal problems arise, your child is not afraid to tackle them. This aspect often points to a love of adventure, sport and travel. It favors careers in law, social work and psychology, education (or training others), religion (especially preaching) and publishing.

Moon Trine Venus 08°15'

People are just naturally attracted to this child, perhaps because they sense that he really cares for them, too. This aspect often indicates popularity; many friends and lots of relationships. Your child might be artistic or attracted to artistic types. He could be conscious of the way he looks and probably likes nice clothes. This aspect is favorable for feminine industries: fashion, beauty, style, etc., and any work involving plenty of contact with the public.