Bob Backlund is a fiery, emotional creature. As a result of the preponderance of emotion, sensation, and feeling in his psychological make-up, Bob Backlund has acquired a deep sense of his individuality and uniqueness. Bob Backlund sometimes feels “different” – set apart from others. In order to justify this idea of himself, Bob Backlund attempts to behave differently, to impress the crowd, and the product of his efforts is usually rather grandiose and exaggerated. It’s a self-perpetuating bind, because Bob Backlund’s impressive deeds usually earn recognition for him, and reinforce his self-assurance and his certainty that he does indeed stand head and shoulders above the rest. Bob Backlund sometimes makes an attempt to bluff and show off with an emotional display. Bob Backlund likes to take risks and give people advice. However, at the basis of his conduct, there is a feeling of social anxiety, which is probably unconscious or unconfessed. Bob Backlund may fear being absorbed or enslaved by society. The positive side of this unconscious anxiety is that it drives Bob Backlund to create, to counteract the deeply felt effects of time and the masses on his ego. By creating something, Bob Backlund can make his own individual mark on the world; he can organize it to reflect his own image, instead of allowing himself to be submerged by it. The preceding comments about creating the world in his own image are strong indications that Bob Backlund seeks to identify with his superego. The difference between Bob Backlund’s ideal of himself and the individual Bob Backlund knows himself to be in truth, measured in terms of his social recognition or the recognition of his creations (children, works of art, etc.), will determine Bob Backlund’s state of mind. It is therefore important for Bob Backlund to make these images match to a certain extent, to reduce the gap as much as possible. The psychological dynamic described earlier explains many of the pluses and minuses in Bob Backlund’s personality. Bob Backlund’s dignity and self-assurance may border on vanity; Bob Backlund’s strong instinct and ambition combined with his somewhat exaggerated individualism incline Bob Backlund to be self-focused. Bob Backlund may be proud, but Bob Backlund is also courageous, determined, and generous. Bob Backlund has the skills of an educator or an artist; moreover, Bob Backlund is mysteriously lucky.

Due to the influence of Libra rising, Bob Backlund treasures harmony, and will actively strive to achieve it, both in his social life (in relationships with others) and in his private life (in terms of art, grace, and beauty). As a result, his intimate ties (to a partner, for example) will be of primordial interest to him, and he would feel unfulfilled if this aspect of his life were not successful. He’ll do well to select candidates according to knowledge of himself, and be as lucid as possible about committing himself to anything like a marriage. In the broader social realm, Bob is sociable and adaptable, flexible but sometimes passive. He ignores differences and does his best to avoid arguments and disagreements which trouble the smooth flow of his relationships. A pacifist and a diplomat, Bob has an innate sense of generosity and truth, which gives him great talents as a negotiator. Because he is sentimental, Bob likes to make people happy and needs to be loved and cared for in return. His artistic sense must also find some outlet, or he is liable to feel some frustration.

Bob Backlund finds his work rewarding. Daily life and routine activities are excellent sources of self-fulfillment for Bob Backlund.

Bob Backlund is grateful for his friendships and his membership in groups.

Bob Backlund was born under the sign of Leo (the lion). His rising sign was located in Libra (the scales), which is a sign associated with his personality profile. A summary of the various clues mentioned above provides his character profile. The following key words capture the essence of his character and indicate certain contradictions which may be sources of tension:Sociability – Adaptability – Determination – Emotion – Pride and self-assurance – Tolerance – Superiority – Peaceful disposition – Brilliance – Sense of harmony – Generosity – Worldliness – Optimism. Because of his great esthetic sensitivity, Bob needs and loves beauty, order, and harmony. However, his extreme sociability and difficulty bearing discord are likely to cost him some of his independence, if he is not careful. However, his remarkable organizational and management skills make him a natural leader. His optimism and enthusiasm, tactfulness, and sincere concern for others make him a powerful ally.

Bob Backlund was born on the third day after the full moon, in a lunar configuration that gives him a shining personality. Throughout his life, he will be attracted to the idea of acting as a spokesperson for a cause, idea, or person whose message seems essential to him. He will have to develop his powers of discernment, to determine which subjects or people are really worth his personal commitment.