THE 12 SIGNS OF THE ZODIAC
Aries
Born: March 21 - April 20
(Aries is the first sign of the zodiac as March 21st is the spring equinox) Sign: Ram Element: Fire Part of Body: Head (can be prone to headaches, head colds, thinking too much etc) Aries Positive Qualities: Passionate (fiery fire sign), born leaders, pioneers, 'action'- oriented, love challenges, ambitious, charming, irresistable, intriguing, seductive, adventurous, exciting, playful, creative, spontaneous, inquisitive, enthusiastic, optimistic, determined, risk takers (can be positive and negative), sympathetic, highly independent Aries Challenging Qualities:
impulsive, impatient, headstrong (putting it nicely), jump in head first, risk-takers, often start projects but do not finish them, can spread their energy around too many things rather than concentrate on one thing at a time, get easily bored & frustrated |
Taurus
Born: April 21 - May 21
Sign: Bull Element: Earth Birthstone: Emerald Ruled by: Venus, therefore beauty is important Part of Body: neck, throat, cold, flu, cough, thyroid, communication issues Best romantic matches: Virgo, Capricorn Positive Traits: Complete goals, practical, productive, devoted, loyal, dependable, strong sense of duty, reliable, stable, steady, committed, focused, honest, habitual, patient, serious, a great friend, stability-oriented, financially-minded, work hard, Motto: 'steady wins the race', well-respected in the workplace, need to feel secure, good friends, love staying at home, enjoy the good life: eating, entertaining, being pampered, sensual, placid More Challenging Traits: stubborn, can get attached or possessive in relationships, approach relationships slowly & methodically, indulgent, greedy, don't budge from their view, dogmatic, resist change, don't like new ideas, once angry they can be a raging bull, prone to anxiety. |
Gemini
Born: May 21 - June 21
Sign: Twins Element: air Birthstone: pearl Ruled by: Mercury Positive Traits: Curious, sociable, outgoing, creative, charming, adaptable, versatile, seductive, intuitive, kind, fast minds, can be great at communicating, enigmatic More Challenging Traits: The notion of twins represents duality, sometimes a split personality, there may be conflict between how they really are and how they appear or present themselves, easily get bored, known to change their minds quickly, can change jobs or interest a lot, can appear contradictory or two-faced (another duality aspect), can get stuck if they don't feel they can express themselves, can silently suffer, can lose interest in tasks, projects, manipulative, inconsistent, unpredictable, non-committal, difficult to work out or pin down, emotionally hard to read or aloof, which can be frustrating, get distracted |
Cancer
Born: June 22 - July 22
Sign: crab Element: water Birthstone: Ruby Ruled by: Moon Positive Traits: naturally intuitive (relation to the moon), naturally empathic, deep thinker, loyal, dedicated, dependable, persistent, action-oriented, kind, generous, homely, very nurturing, protective, make good friends, like spending time with their family, externally confident, artistic, creative More Challenging Traits: as a water animal, they are emotional and sensitive, have large claws that pinch, this represents, holding onto something from the past, they find it hard to let go, can be over protective, and smothering, which can push people away, retreat when hurt, go back into their shell which makes them feel more safe and secure, can get moody, resentful, ~ unforgiving, don't like change |
Leo
Born: July 23 - August 22
Sign: Lion Element: Fire Ruling Planet: the sun Birthstone: peridot Romantic Matches: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius Positive Traits: confident, independent, loyal, generous, social, good entertainers, charming, magnetic, refined, successful, ambitious, influential, smart, generous, strong-willed, great leaders, motivating, big-hearted, charismatic, loyal, faithful, have an 'air of royalty' about them, intuitive / instinctual, loving More Challenging Traits: like to be center of attention (but can enjoy the spotlight a bit too much), can be over-bearing, dominating, vain, self-centered, arrogant, pompous, domineering, bossy, can be too into authority & power, overly-proud, stubborn, patronizing, dogmatic |
Virgo
Born: August 23 - Sept 22
Sign: Virgin Element: Earth Birthstone: Peridot (Aug), Sapphire (Sept) Ruling Planet: Mercury Body Part: nervous system & Intestines Famous Virgos: Mother Theresa, Michael Jackson, Richard Gere, Prince Harry Romantic Matches: Taurus, Capricorn Positive Traits: kind, devoted, practical, reliable, adaptable, helpful, loyal, tidy, friendly, detailed, organised, analytical, responsible, humanitarian, like routine, stability More Challenging Traits: fussy, can have mood swings, easily worries, can be pessimistic, sceptical, stubborn, restless, can get depressed, perfectionistic, procrastinate, |
Libra
Born: Sept 23 - October 22
Sign: Scales Element: Air Birthstone: sapphire (Sept), opal (Oct) Ruling Planet: Venus Body Part: lower back, kidneys, lumbar region Famous Virgos: Kate Winslet, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Will Smith With Venus as the ruling planet, Librans can idealize love. As air signs they change their minds & direction a lot. Positive Traits: love peace, harmony, balance, justice, diplomatic, just, fair, kind, love beauty, appreciate aesthetics, artistic, romantic, charismatic, graceful, idealistic, idealize 'love', charming, captivating, cute, seek balance (hence the scales), don't like to disappoint people, intelligent, intuitive, elegant, sociable, easy-going, love fantasy, co-operative Negative Traits: detached, retreat, as they do not want to take sides or 'displease', people-pleasers, avoid conflict or confrontation, 'on the fence', find it hard to make a choice or decision, easily get influenced, indecisive, changeable, irresolute, contradictory or two-sided, run out of energy, superficial, untrustworthy, unreliable, confused, self-indulgent |
Scorpio
Born: October 23 - Nov 22
Sign: the scorpion Element: Water Birthstone: Opal (October); Citrine (November) Ruling Planet: Pluto Body Part: genitals, anus Famous Virgos: Pablo Picasso, Leonardo di Caprio Positive Traits: loyal, trustworthy, don't give up, extremely passionate, independant, dependant, resourceful, observant, intuitive, dynamic, fearless, poised, ambitious, deeply emotional, magnetic, exciting, mysterious, sensual, sexual, magnetic, flirty, affectionate, committed, spiritual, understand the human mind Negative Traits: secretive, jealous, suspicious, investigative, resentful, controlling, domineering, easily get hurt, obsessive, possessive, compulsive, like to be in control, manipulative, unyielding, intense, obstinate, appear calm on the surface but seething inside, fear failure, go any lengths to win |
Sagittarius
Born: Nov 23 - Dec 22
Sign: Archer (often depicted as Chiron, 1/2 man, 1/2 horse)
Element: Fire Birthstone: Turqoise Ruling Planet: Jupiter Body Part: liver, hips, thighs Famous Saggitarians: Beethovan, Winston Churchill, Brad Pitt, Brittney Spears Romantic Match: Leo Positive Traits: frank, to-the-point, fun , social, cheerful, jovial, optimistic, honest, sincere, friendly, straightforward, good-natured, spiritual, broadminded, see the big picture, generous, altruistic, fearless, self- reliant, love nature, adventurous, interested in travelling, curious, independent, assertive, freedom-lover, good sense of humor, intellectual, philosophical More Challenging Traits: extremely blunt, rude. restless, impatient, brash, tactless, careless, extroverted, proud, irresponsible, reckless, dont always keep promises, unemotional, fears responsibility, self-indulgence, fanatical tendencies, overconfident, inconsistent, lack of concentration, inflexible, dont like sharing, ego-oriented, vindictive |
Capricorn
Born: Dec 23 - January 19
Sign: Goat
Element: Earth Birthstone: garnet Ruling Planet: Saturn Body Part: knee, bone, skin diseases Famous Capricorns: Nostradamus, Al Capone Romantic Matches: Cancer Positive Traits: Responsible dependable Tolerant Ambitious Practical Resourceful Trustworthy , good friend, a classicist who loves tradition sense of humour, affectionate, tireless worker, loyal, ordered, economiser, resourceful, successful, a big thinker, generous, love marriage & family life More Challenging Traits: bossy, dictatorial, autocratic, aloof, reserved, proud, doubtful, boring, predictable, unimaginative, rigid, unmoving, inflexible, overly materialistic, vain, proud, suspicious, sarcastic, pessimistic, expect the worse, lack confidence & self-esteem, appear unfriendly, arrogant, emotionally cool take a while to warm to people |
Aquarius
Born: January 20 - Feb 19
Sign: Water-Bearer
Element: Air Birthstone: Amethyst Ruling Planet: Saturn Body Part: legs, ankles Famous Aquarians: Yoko Ono, John Travolta, Germaine Greer Romantic Match: Gemini Positive Traits: caring, witty, naturally intelligent, progressive, love technology & its advancements, inquisitive, innovative, visonaries, honest, spontaneous, caring, excellent communication & organisational skills, creative, idealisict, people-person, humanitarian, humane, sympathetic, just, unique, flamboyant, zesty, young at heart, More Challenging Traits: stubborn, obstinate, emotionally sensitive, aloof, distant, sardonic, defiant, mocking, rebellious, indifferent, dislike rules & regulations, direct, fear of rejection |
Pisces
Born: Feb 20 - March 20
Sign: Fish
Element: Water Birthstone: Aquamarine Ruling Planet: Jupiter Body Part: Feet, toes, liver, lymph system Famous Pisceans: Dr Seuss Romantic Match: Virgo Positive Traits: sympathetic, empathic, gentle, adaptable, tolerant, dedicated flexible, dedicated, imaginative dreamer, artistic, visual, cultural, free-spirited, honest, intellectual, intuitive, peaceful, selfless, good listener, gift of foresight, social, philosophical More Challenging Traits: emotional, impressionable, irresolute, difficulty in making decisions, thin-skinned, overly sensitive, vacillating, idle, escapist, can feel under-appreciated, prone to depression, apologetic, can overly sacrifice, victimized / victim mentality, moody, tendency to get ungrounded, can live in their own world, loner |
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