While
the short answer is yes, the more accurate answer is that you
probably wouldn't want to change it much anyway —
and "stuck with"
is certainly not the best way to look at it.
Our birth
chart, the natal Horoscope, is a symbolic representation of the positions
of the Planets, Sun, and Moon at the exact date and time of our birth,
from the perspective of our birth place. So in that respect, that's
our chart...period.
Suggesting
strengths, talents, challenges, needs, and motivations, the chart is our
virtual toolbox or a blueprint for what we can become. What sort of
life we construct with these tools is largely up to us. Efficient
use of this information provides us with the means and the
direction to grow and evolve. It is certainly advantageous for us to
learn how to work with our tools rather than futilely complaining about
the astrological hand we've been dealt.
Early on
in life we often struggle as we become familiar with and then learn to
balance the many facets of ourselves. We learn that there are
consequences of all our actions and decisions —
some more positive than
others.
It's
often been said that we use only a small portion of our brain's
capabilities. I'd like to submit that the same is also true for our
Natal Horoscopes. The unique combination of influences described by
each individual Horoscope has an almost unfathomable potential.
In this regard, we use only the metaphorical tip of the iceberg in our
charts.
The
enhanced self-understanding made possible through astrology can help us to
recognize and begin to realize our inborn potential. While
it's probably true that very few of us actually reach our full potential,
it's hard to dispute that each of us does indeed possess that
potential. But if we aren't aware of this potential or don't have
the direction, drive, or motivation to work toward it, we likely won't
come very close to accomplishing what we're capable of.
Thankfully,
our individual destinies are not pre-ordained. Active involvement is
required to maximize our inborn potential. There are endless options —
and often some detours along the way —
that determine what we can ultimately
accomplish.
Meeting
with a reputable astrologer can help you to understand the potential
contained in your own Natal Chart. Beyond that, the astrologer can
help you to anticipate how current influences will highlight and emphasize
particular areas of the birth chart and can aid with timing and planning a
meaningful strategy for the future.