FIRE SIGNS:
Leo, Aries, Sagittarius
The Fire Signs are filled with drive, passion and imagination. Fire Signs have dynamic temperaments and usually have a lot of action in their lives.
EARTH SIGNS:
Virgo, Capricorn, Taurus
The Earth Signs are very grounded, down-to-earth individuals who do not have wild spontaneous plans or ideas. They prefer to be within stable environments and situations.
AIR SIGNS:
Aquarius, Libra, Gemini
The Air Signs are individuals who are templative and inquisitive. They love to chat, discuss ideas and make plans even if those plans dont seem practical or sensible at times.
WATER SIGNS:
Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
The Water Signs are sensitive, shy and considerate individuals. They love to daydream. They are romantic and empathetic. They are understanding and highly creative.
Here are the 12 signs of the Zodiac and a summary of their characteristics as influenced by the planets to which they are associated with.
(January 21-February 19)
Aquarius is ruled by Uranus which gives Aquarians an anarchic, unpredictable and eclectic approach to life. However Saturn, the planet of stability, organization and constraint, also has some influence of Aquarians. Aquarians are known to change course on a whim but their reasoning is usually realistic and beneficial. They have a hard time staying in the present by either being pre-occupied with things of the past or the future. They are fascinated by strange and unique things and are not hesitant to stray from the norm. The ruling of two planets give Aquarians a bit of secure, stable or unchanging environments at one point in their lives while at another point they experience unpredictable circumstances that make it hard for them to know what they will be doing next. Aquarians are stubborn and resistant to change of their ideas or opinions and are extremely independent thinkers.They like to be involved in situations, ideas or plans they deem worthwhile and have no problem in seeing it through but they do not like to be on a tight leash. Aquarians usually put their head above their heart most times. Due to this they may not seem emotionally present in relationships but this does not mean they are not invested in the relationship. When they focus their feelings into a relationship they can truly be passionate and intense. Aquarians are sports enthusiasts and are usually in good physical shape. They love being part of a team or participating with a partner but they do not thrive well when alone. Their careers usually involve finance, writing, music, social work, science, psychology or engineering.
(February 20-March 20)
Pisces is ruled by Neptune, the planet the grants spiritual and perceptive qualities but also influenced by Jupiter which makes Pisceans innate knowledge seekers. They are naive, discerning, and love to play the role of the victim. They prefer to model after the lives or characteristics of others rather than being themselves. Personal habits are often a direct reflection of emotional reactions to their environment. Many Pisceans are daredevils and risk-takers. They have unbounded imaginations which could favor a successful writing career or hinder their lives by making them pathological liars. Pisceans react emotionally to everything they experience in life. They are empathetic and fair-minded in nature and prefer the more humane approach to life. To maintain their emotional equilibrium, they need a private spot or at least a private time for daily retreat and relaxation. The most invigorating yet soothing environments for Pisceans are near water bodies like river, lakes or oceans. Their exceptional ability to identify with the abstract can contribute to being gifted mathematicians and theorists but can also put them so out of touch with reality that they make no sense at all. Careers favored by this sign are actors, artists and writers.
(March 21-April 20)
Aries is ruled by Mars, the planet of a fiery nature which makes Aries individuals lively, energetic and adventurous. Aries are achievers and determined to succeed one way or another. They are usually daring, confident, and sociable. They maintain a fast paced life which other star signs find a challenge to match. Aries individuals react physically to life meaning that they act before they think of what they are doing or of the consequences of their actions. They are passionate in nature but can become impatient and act rashly at times. They tend to rush headfirst into physical or verbal conflict but due to their kind nature their frustration and anger do not last long. Aries fiery nature can be tempered by engaging in constant physical activity which promotes intellectual and creative endeavors. Aries individuals are not daunted by tasks that are challenging to others but fail to complete projects if they require too much time on their part or involve too many details. They are enthusiastic athletes and take pleasure in the challenge of a tough contest, but if over-stimulated they can become too aggressive. Aries is the astrological sign of the soldier or warrior and being ruled by (Mars) the planet of war they gain the skill over weapons and as such enjoy activities such as wrestling, boxing, hunting and team sports. They are skilled at arts and crafts, typing, working with machinery, playing musical instruments.
(April 21- May 20)
Taureans are ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and pleasure, making taureans seekers of personal comfort and physical pleasure. They are practical and have a keen eye for both financial value as well as aesthetic beauty. They love of nature and natural things. As a result of their addiction to personal pleasure and comfort, Taureans can be very lazy and suffer from overindulgence in rich foods and other physical pleasures. They are naturally cautious which can save them from making mistakes as well as prevent them from taking advantage of valuable opportunities. Taureans have a stubborn bull-headed nature to them and are unprecedentedly resistant to changes that are not of their own accord. They are able to accomplish things in life because of their resolve in withstanding projects that require patience or stamina. However they have a silent strength and determination inspires trust in others. They are dependable individuals but only because they loathe having to depend on others. They are loving and patient with those who they care about a lot. They like to be prepared and given ample time to plan their agenda. As a result they do not appreciate surprises or anything spontaneous. They have a love music and art and may be talented in these areas. Taureans have a vivacious sense of humor and enjoys social activites.
(May 21-June 21)
Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of the intellect and communication. Geminis are chatty, quick witted, and are instinctively curiosity about everything. They are a constantly hectic people by nature. They have a unique ability to read body language and know what others are thinking and tend to say what others want to hear instead of the truth. They are sometimes too willing to adopt traits that others want to see in them rather than just being themelves and as such they tend to develop personas that reflect this. They must be careful not to be carried away and lose their true nature. Their natural adaptability and constant variation in interests of Geminis contributes to their complicated personalities. They have an eager demeanor to them which gives them lifelong youthfulness. This high energy makes it hard for them to concentrate on one subject at a time. They are talkative in nature and need to talk less and listen more. They are always keen on knowing everything that is going on around them. Many Geminis have no problem maintaining a slim figure which is flexible and lithe and many enjoy gymnastics as a sport.
(June 22-July 22)
Cancerians are ruled by the Moon, the celestial guardian of human emotions. Cancerians have trouble avoiding becoming prisoners to their own emotions. They usually become emotionally attached to objects, situations or people especially if they are in a relationship. They are shy and secretive about matters that are private to them but once trust is formed they become more open with others. Their emotions however are not hidden and their moods are usually imposed on those around them. It is these emotions however which can contribute to a higher intuition provided they keep them in check. Their emotional sensitivity makes it hard for Cancerians to receive criticism even if it is constructive and they tend to take it personally. Cancerians are go-getters. They are determined when it comes to attaining their goals. Despite their emotionally sensitive nature, they are resolute and have no trouble conveying what they want and discovering a way to achieve it. Cancerians use an indirect approach in accomplishing their goals and may resort to using emotional appeal. When cancerians, sense a threat or believe that their efforts may be futile, they hide their true aspirations until they feel more secure. Cancerians react emotionally to life. They wear their hearts on their sleeves. Many Cancerians succeed in life because their genuine concern for the welfare of others inspires loyalty as well as cooperation. Engaging in sports activities is essential for Cancerians to deal with their emotional stress. Cancerians are fond of activities that involve fishing, sailing, swimming, ice skating and skiing. Cancerians are creative individuals and can hone this creativity into projects as a way of coping with their emotions such as painting, drawing, sculpting, listening to music, playing an instrument or writing. Cancerians become tranquil when they spend time near the water.
(July 23-August 22)
Leo is ruled by the Sun, the celestial guardian of the human ego which makes Leos love life and its pleasures to the fullest. Their enthusiastic, generous and positive nature makes them attractive as friends and spouses. Leo’s stubborn nature is defined by their egos. Leos can stubbornly cling to bad relationships and wrong ideas because their ego simply will not allow them to admit being wrong. Their stubbornness is however an advantage when it comes to being loyal to friends or having the patience and determination to successfully completing a project. Their dignity cannot be assailed. If insulted or abused, Leos hold it against the person for life unless amends are made. Leos have no fear of expressing their opinions. They must have the last word which to them is the only one that counts. Leos are addicted to rich foods and may gain weight with age. They are sociable by nature and natural hosts and entertainers. They love to help others enjoy life as much as possible. They have a lazy streak and usually try to take the easy way out of things. They are not attracted to boring mundane lifestyles and require day to day energetic and exciting activities for a full healthy life.
(August 23-September 23)
Virgos are ruled by Mercury, the planet of the intellect, which attributes Virgos with an analytical approach to life. They are perfectionists and have a critical eye for organization. They are constantly looking for perfection in almost all key areas of their lives. They have an irresistible urge to improve everything and everyone, whether they need it or not. Virgos may even use their inability to achieve perfection as an excuse for their own idleness and unproductiveness. Their analytical ability makes them excellent critics of the talent and performance of those more skilled than themselves. However regardless of a Virgo’s own bad habits, they are not inhibited from criticizing others for the same behavior. Virgos need to think that what they do is of a practical and helpful nature. They are intuitively receptive to the needs of others. Virgos are idealistic but accomplish nothing if this trait becomes unruly. Virgos are shy and do not thrive in the spotlight but rather work well behind the scenes to make the task or project happen without a hitch. Most Virgos are health conscious and make an effort to stay physically fit. If they are convinced that visible results can be accomplished they go the mile to see it done. They are not physically competitive but like to gain a sense of perfection from whatever sport or skill they engage in. They love animals, books, magazines, writing and creative projects and would do well in careers such as authors, artists, painters, sculptors, craftsmen, veterinary medicine, animals care, doctors, social workers, teaching and health specialists.
(September 24-October 22)
Libra is ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and social grace. They appreciate beauty in all forms and can become depressed if their environment is not aesthetically pleasing. They require balance in their lives. In relationships, they invariably reciprocate what they have been given. They can be outrageous flirts and true romantics. Their passion is not apt to be sustained however, if their interest in someone does not include intellectual rapport as well as physical attraction. Librans react to everything they experience in life with an intellectual orientation. They set out to accomplish their goals and will find ways to succeed one way or another, usually by using their wit and charm. They have the need to be liked but avoid confrontations if necessary. When forced to endure a fractious environment, they lose ability to think or function efficiently. They promote peace and harmony and choose to avoid hostile confrontations where an equally effective method can be employed. They do not like crowds and attempt to avoid them whenever possible. Librans can exert impressive physical energy but the stamina they need to do it tends to run in cycles. They work hard, play hard, and then subside into apathy until nature restores their balance and their energy returns.
(October 23-November 22)
Scorpio is rules by both Pluto (the planet of intensity and depth) and Mars (the planet of fire and energy). Both of these planets can be seen to influence the nature of those born in Scorpio. On the surface they may seem easy-going, congenial, and gregarious but they are also extremely tenacious with a tendency to manipulate and control. Scorpios react emotionally to everything they experience in life. Though their emotions are the strongest motivational factor in their behavior are not apt to wear their hearts on their sleeves. They consciously or subconsciously want to dominate relationships and rarely exhibit emotions openly. Even when they seem to be open, they always hold back something of themselves. They may not intentionally want to be mysterious but many of them manage to appear enigmatic anyway. Keys to their success are a strong will and the ability to get to the bottom of things. They want answers and doggedly persist until they get them. They do not like being crossed or manipulated and react to such treatment with sarcasm and vengefulness. Their intensity can be overwhelming but also subtle. Scorpio is not openly combative unless it becomes necessary. Their privacy is tightly protected, and others get to know them only up to a certain point. They may not show any sign of inner struggle but when they are after something or someone their determination is fierce. They are not willing or gracious losers. They are not arrogant and quite interested in others and what others have to say. Their shrewdness in assessing value makes them excellent real estate agents and developers, bankers, stockbrokers, and financial planners.
(November 23-December 21)
Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of bountiful fortunes and good luck. Most have generous natures and friendly, optimistic personalities. For the true Sagittarian personality, life is something to be enjoyed every day. Unfortunately too much of a good thing can be ruinous, and prudence is a difficult trait for most Sagittarians to acquire. Being overly spiritual or too philosophical can displace them out of the real world. Sagittarians are forever running around with energy and enthusiasm. They are independent and hard to pin down for long, and indeed, this is the sign of the bachelor. In one way or another even married Sagittarians seek to maintain some aspect of personal independence. They are usually quite talkative and, as a rule, do not hesitate to give their honest opinions, a gesture which seems tactless at times though it is rarely their intention to be cruel. They have a ready wit and appreciate the humor even in grim situations. Sagittarians are enthusiastic sportsmen. They are natural gamblers and risk-takers, and usually have the good fortune to come out on the winning side of wagers.
(December 22-January 20)
