Michael Goh | Singapore Astrologer · Feng Shui Consultant · Qi Men Dun Jia

Golf icon Tiger Woods was recently arrested and charged with driving under the influence following a single vehicle rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on 27 March 2026. 

Police reports noted that Woods exhibited signs of impairment. While initial statements refer to observable impairment, the precise cause has not been publicly established.

Since 2009, Woods has been involved in several automobile related incidents, each carrying varying degrees of personal and professional consequence. Among these, the most serious occurred in February 2021, when he lost control of his vehicle at high speed along a winding road in Los Angeles, resulting in a rollover crash.

Let us now examine the present incident through the lens of his nativity, in accordance with astrological symbolism. For those already familiar with the principles set forth in my book, particularly the example charts of Ayrton Senna and Kevin Hart, the critical indications in this chart should be readily apparent.

We observe here an affliction between Mars, ruler of the Third and Eighth Houses, and the Moon in the Third House, configured by opposition. At the same time, Mars is also in opposition to Neptune in the Third House. Neptune generally signifies intoxication, medication, and states of impaired or altered perception in a general symbolic sense.

The accident itself occurred during a Third House annual Profection, a simple yet effective timing technique that brings emphasis to Third House matters such as travel, movement, and vehicular activity.

By contrast, the February 2021 accident took place during a Tenth House Profection. Mercury, ruling the First and Tenth Houses and placed in the Fifth, is in opposition to Saturn, ruler of the Fifth and Sixth Houses. Given that Mercury both governs the body of the native through the First House and naturally signifies movement and transport, one might be inclined to attribute the incident to its affliction by Saturn.

However, such a conclusion, while not without basis, remains insufficient. Proper judgment requires the recognition of corroborating testimonies and the reinforcement of conditions that render a particular manifestation more pronounced and significant. In this case, the Mercury Saturn configuration alone cannot be regarded as the principal cause. The underlying key indication should be easily identifiable for my students.

Finally, it must be asked whether every Third or Tenth House Profection will manifest in a similar manner. Such an inference would be hasty. Sound delineation requires corroboration from additional timing techniques. For example, the current incident occurred during the minor Firdaria period of Saturn, and readers may further consult the native’s Solar Return charts for additional confirmation.

Image of Tiger Woods: U.S. federal government work, public domain.

In the birth chart below, Sun is in Exaltation. Moon, Mars and Venus are in Domicile. Jupiter is in Triplicity. Saturn is Peregrine. Most are high in dignity, with one in Peregrine. Sun is ruler of 7th House (Partner, Spouse). Jupiter is ruler of the 2nd House (Money) and 10th House (Status, Recognition, Career). Both of them are in the 2nd House of Money. Right-away, one basic symbolism from such configuration should come to your mind. Spouse or Partner is well-off, social status is pretty good. Can the native benefit from Spouse? In this chart, yes. 

Sun is with Mercury. Mercury is ruler of 5th House (Dating, Romance, Performance, Entertainment). In the beginning, I mentioned that most planets in this chart are high in dignity. With one exception; Mercury. Mercury is in Detriment. Some may add that Mercury is also in Fall. Not only that, Mercury is retrograde. Based on dignity condition alone, Mercury is not fantastic. Suffice to say, the dating opportunity, situation or partner may be controversial, unconventional or deviant. Nevertheless, the dating or romance relationship leads to Marriage; Mercury with Sun. But that's not the main point. Despite the less than stellar dignity condition, Mercury is actually important in this chart. It can bring benefits due to its configuration.

This is the birth chart for Mikaela "Mikey" Madison Rosberg, an American actress who won the 2025 Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in "Anora". The film Anora follows the story of Ani, a sex worker, engaging in a transaction where she is paid by a wealthy client, in this case, Vanya, for her services. 

did she choose the role, or did the role choose her? 

Actors seemingly have this inherent advantage of allowing planetary energies, either by choice or not, an outlet to express themselves; to be played out in one's acting role. In some situations, when favorable planetary configurations manifest through an alternate persona—such as acting in a film or drama—this can bring out the positive benefits into real life. In this case, for Mikey Madison's Jupiter, ruler of her 10th House (Career, Recognition). Jupiter Major Time Period begins 2019. Rather similar for Brandon Fraser, which I have talked about in another post. If you catch on quickly, this "alternate manifestation" implies something significant.  

The planetary energies in our birth chart will inevitably manifest—it's only a question of who, what, where, and when. We can choose to respond reactively or take a proactive approach. Consciously, we can create circumstances that resonate with our planetary configurations, guided by deliberate intent and desired outcomes.

In any case, a planet in poor dignity does bring problems, but it can also bring benefits if configured appropriately; Mercury. Likewise, a planet in good dignity does bring benefits, but it can also bring problems if configured inappropriately. For example, Mars in Scorpio. Year 2031 marks the transition to Mars period from a Major Time Period perspective in this chart.

On a different note, if you are interested, look at the indicators pertaining to her parents in her chart. Her parents are both psychologists. 

When delineating Astrological Birth Charts, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. 大道至简单. There really isn't a need for complex calculations of different Lots, the Various Chart Rulers, the use of Nautical Metaphors etc. Nothing comes closer to the truth than symbolism in Astrology. There are several layers of symbolism in Horoscopic Astrology, and the most fundamental ones one must first be familiar with when learning Astrology are the Planetary symbolism, Connection symbolism and House symbolism.

Let's take a quick look at this birth chart, that of Salvador Dali the Spanish Surrealist Artist, by peeling off the top few layers of the onion. I mean, the chart. 

1. Planetary and House Symbolism

The planet Saturn, naturally symbolizes Delay, Mature, Old, Rigid, Stubborn, Persistence. Saturn is Cold and Dry. The 7th House symbolizes the status, condition or affairs pertaining to Spouse (Wife, in this chart) and Marriage. Saturn rules the 7th House in this chart.

The wife of Salvador Dali, Elena Ivanovna Diakonova or known simply as Gala, was 10 years older than Salvador Dali and known for her strong will and determination, traits that some might perceive as stubborn. The marriage is enduring, but marked with tension and numerous challenges. Saturn by its natural symbolism alone, does not goes well with warmth and love. But it can persevere.

2. House and Connection Symbolism

The 9th House symbolizes Foreign and Travels. Sextile symbolizes a connection between planets that brings forth positive opportunities and luck. Jupiter, ruler of the 9th House, sextile Saturn, the Spouse. 

Salvador Dali's wife was from Russia. Salvador Dali traveled to Paris in 1929, during the premiere of the film 'Un Chien Andalou' which he had collaborated with, and during this period was introduced to Éluard, then husband of Gala.

Dali invited back Éluard, Gala, and their daughter Cécile to spend the summer of 1929 with him in Cadaqués, a coastal town in Spain. This visit was a turning point for Dali and Gala's relationship.

3. Planetary, House and Connection Symbolism

Sun naturally symbolizes the Father, especially in the Day Birth Chart. The 3rd House symbolizes Siblings. Mercury is the ruler of the 3rd House. 10th House symbolizes Public Image, Recognition. Mars is the ruler of the 10th House. Square symbolizes a connection between planets that brings forth difficulties, challenges and conflict. Sun, Mercury and Mars square Saturn, the Marriage.

Dali's marriage to Gala not only faced public criticism and resistance but also strained the ties with his Father and Sister.

Just from these top few basic layers, one already can have a quick surface understanding of certain events or circumstances surrounding the native. Certainly, from the marriage perspective, there are other circumstances one can also see merely from these basic layers, such as the affairs of Gala, amongst others.

And if one continues to peel off more layers, either through the expansion of the fundamental layers or through further understanding of other layers of deeper symbolism present in Astrology besides the fundamentals such as Movement symbolism, Configuration symbolism, Placement symbolism. etc., you can see why Gala is very significant for Salvador Dali personally and professionally; the growing fame and success of Dali's; the controversial and unconventional style of Dali's; the turbulent yet enduring and unconventional marriage, etc.

Marriage can be a source of one's happiness or comfort, fulfilling his or her innermost emotional needs. This creates a desire. Yet, at the same time the marriage can be fraught with difficulties, repeatedly.

In Elizabeth Taylor's birth chart, Mercury is the ruler of her 7th House (Marriage, Long Term Relationship). It is with Mars (Violence, Conflicts, Separation) and being afflicted by it. Mars is the ruler of her 12th House (Secrets, Undoing, Hidden Antagonists) and 11th House (Her Partner's Romance, Enjoyment). Furthermore, her Venus (Taylor's own Romance, Enjoyment) partakes in this configuration. Mercury is also opposed by Neptune (Illusion, Confusion). Mercury itself is not in a positive state, being in a detriment in Pisces.

From this planetary configuration, we see extramarital affairs being played out, events outside the social norms. Relationships are also troubled with domestic violence. However, the extramarital affairs are not exclusively hers. The configuration also tells the issue of her partner's infidelity affecting the relationship.

Yet, despite facing difficulties each time in her marriage, she still married eight times. For one's true sense of happiness, one cannot neglect the Moon. The Moon plays an important role in determining our innermost feelings, needs and one's sense of happiness and security. You can say the song 月亮代表我的心, the song popularized by the late Taiwanese singer Teresa Teng, pretty much sums it up. 太阴 (Moon) 主一世之快乐、幸福感。This is especially emphasized in Traditional Chinese Horoscopic Astrology, the ancient 《七政四余》.

In Elizabeth Taylor's birth chart, her Moon is in a harmonious and positive relationship with her Mercury. Simply put, marriage is a life event that is able to fulfill her innermost emotional needs, her sense of happiness and security. This creates a desire and further intensified by her Moon in the sign of Scorpio, a persistent sign.

Yet unfortunately, objectively, her marriages are not without numerous difficulties. Contradiction? 人生什么时候是简单的。

人生如戏，戏如人生。

The planetary positions at the time of our birth, our natal or horoscope chart, foretells the events and circumstances that shapes us, what makes us who we are.

These planetary energies actualize in concrete events and circumstances that we find ourselves in, influencing our real lives. However, for some people, these events and circumstances are sometimes played out in one's alter ego. 

In 2023, Brendan Fraser makes a career comeback with the Best Actor Oscar award for his performance in the movie, The Whale. His role is not without controversy, playing a dying reclusive, morbidly obese gay man hoping to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter.

In Fraser's birth chart, his Saturn (Hardships, Depression, Loneliness, Perseverance, Fear), the ruler of his 10th House (Career, Public Image) is in his 12th House (Seclusion, Withdrawal, Losses, Sufferings, Non-conventional). Saturn is in a negative and difficult relationship with Mars (Action, Conflicts) who is in the 6th House (Health, Workplace). Saturn is also in a negative and difficult relationship with Venus (Social Relationships, Sexuality, Pleasure) who is in the 10th House.

In his birth chart, Saturn's influences comes to the foreground from 2008 to 2019. This period was difficult for him. It brought withdrawal and hiatus from Hollywood. 

But the very same difficult Saturn, Mars and Venus configuration in his chart can also bring achievements in his career, despite the difficulties and challenges in the process. In this movie, the planetary energies are given an outlet, played out in his alter ego, Charlie.

Image of Brendan Fraser is from Montclair Film [CC BY 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons