Every sign is a powerful, vital piece in the puzzle that is the zodiac. The four elements — air signs, fire signs, water signs, earth signs — all work together to create a comprehensive whole, which shows up in your life as your unique personality traits. Although astrology is an extremely complex study , the most fundamental principle of astrology centers on the 12 familiar star signs of the zodiac.
Over the centuries, each sign has developed its own associations — including myths, animals, and colors — and its own characteristics. Every sign is illuminated by its own point of view, complete with powerful strengths and exhausting weaknesses.
From an astronomical perspective, we know that the Sun doesn't move, as its stability anchors the entire solar system. But from our vantage here on planet Earth, the Sun is in constant motion. We can depend on its daily performance including inspiring sunrises and dramatic sunsets , as well as its location in the sky. The position the Sun occupied at your exact moment of birth is known as your "sun sign" sometimes referred to as "star sign" or "birth sign" , and it's the cosmic launching pad for both beginners and professional astrologers.
Your Rising Sign is another very important placement, and you can read about it here. Your sun sign is determined by your date of birth and represents your core personality, sense of self, basic preferences, romantic compatibility , and ways in which you move through the world.
This astrological placement sheds light on your innate gifts, as well as your hard-to-see blind spots. Your joys, wishes, flaws, and fears make you special and, when your sun sign is combined with the other planets and placements in your birth chart , it creates a distinctive celestial profile that serves as your cosmic fingerprint. Got it? Now let's take this to the next level. The twelve zodiac signs are also divided into sub-groups: four triplicities and three quadruplicities.
If this seems a bit confusing, don't worry, there's a method to the madness. Generally speaking, fire signs are passionate and exuberant , earth signs are practical and grounded , air signs are intellectual and curious , and water signs are intuitive and emotional. Quadruplicities, also known as "modalities," refer to the signs' qualities and where each zodiac sign occurs within its respective season.
There are three modalities, with four zodiac signs in each: Cardinal Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn occur at the beginning of a new season, and are excellent at taking action and starting initiatives; Fixed Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius occur in the middle of seasons, and are known to be steady, consistent forces that maintain movement; and Mutable Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, or Pisces occur at the end of a season, and possess effortless fluidity well-suited to change and transformation.
As we continue layering astrological concepts, we uncover a rich and complex practice that delivers insight into our truest selves. Now, let's explore each sun sign's unique personality attributes, from the honorable to the… umm, kinda horrible? It's okay — we all have problems! Remember, darling, self-actualization begins with self-awareness, so read on to get to know yourself better and unlock the riches of your own special magic. The first sign of the zodiac, Aries loves to be number one.
Naturally, this dynamic fire sign is no stranger to competition. Bold and ambitious, Aries dives headfirst into even the most challenging situations—and they'll make sure they always come out on top! Read your sign's full profile here. Next, read this month's Aries horoscope predictions. What sign is more likely to take a six-hour bath, followed by a luxurious Swedish massage and decadent dessert spread? Why Taurus, of course! Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull.
Like their celestial spirit animal, Taureans enjoy relaxing in serene, bucolic environments surrounded by soft sounds, soothing aromas, and succulent flavors. Next, read this month's Taurus horoscope predictions. Have you ever been so busy that you wished you could clone yourself just to get everything done? Libras are extremely agreeable and honest people who believe strongly in the importance of social connections. Libras are among the most fascinating and intelligent individuals on the planet, and they have a lot to give.
Libras are recognised for their charm, beauty, and well-balanced personalities. They enjoy putting things in order and making them seem nice. They are also looking for a sense of balance, and they may be as self-indulgent as they are kind. They carefully select their words in order to reach out to as many individuals as possible.
Libras have a strong sense of right and wrong. They are committed to ensuring that everyone is heard and that things are balanced, particularly when it comes to group activities. They have trouble seeing the bigger picture in times of strife, and instead focus on themselves exclusively.
Libras are known for being flighty. While they are lots of fun to be around, they are not always the most reliable. Lots of Libras are wonderful and loyal friends, even though they may not show up to your dinner plans on time. As we mentioned, Libras love beautiful things, including themselves.
You may find a Libra taking selfies everywhere they go, or spending lots of time on pampering and appearances. They may be critical about how other people look or be reluctant to hang out with people who they think are less attractive. We know that the Libra personality flourishes in social settings.
Knowing more about what Libras need in specific relationships is important, since if Libras are being true Libras, they're likely to have lots of relationships to keep track of. One of the most notorious Libra characteristics is their love of love. With their tendency to gravitate toward beauty and excitement, Libras get easily love drunk.
However, while Libras will enjoy lots of flings and enjoy the company of romantic partners, they're very serious when it comes to committed relationships. They choose carefully when it comes to life partners. You're pretty much guaranteed to have a great time with a Libra. In addition to being lots of fun, Libras love to try new things and will help people in their lives become and stay open-minded.
They're dedicated to making sure people in their lives achieve balance too, and the Libra's outgoing nature and idealism can rub off on their friends and family.
Leadership comes naturally to Libras, and as such they excel professionally when they're allowed to let their leadership skills and creativity shine. Libras do best when left alone to develop projects. However, Libras don't have the best follow-through , so it's also important to make sure they're surrounded by grounded people who are good at taking direction and getting things done.
As a Libra, you'll need to change things up often, so to avoid looking flaky you can channel that energy into new ideas that benefit the whole group. Be the great and loyal friend that you are , and don't waste time on people who judge you for your compassion and idealism. Channel that energy into creative projects or volunteering. Libras have trouble admitting their faults.
Don't think of these things as negatives, just a part of you that might need some extra attention. Make sure you know where you need to improve, because otherwise you might walk over people without meaning to, leading to some confrontation. If you do have to confront someone, make sure you have your points laid out beforehand and you stick to them even when the conversation gets difficult. They're extroverts, and showing outward signs of affection will help you win favor early in the relationship, and continue to help keep the spark alive.
Libras avoid confrontation, so it's best to be open and upfront about things that are going on in the relationship and speak to a Libra as an equal. They're very good at it, and don't be put off by a Libra coming up with a thousand different ideas for group projects or activities. Help them pick one and stay grounded. Libras need to balance the scales in all things, and they need friends and partners that treat them like equals and know how to be poised and steady in all aspects of their lives.
Trying new things together , especially if it's things like exploring nature, seeing art galleries, or doing something creative together, can help you forge a bond with Libras. If you're a Libra, you're in good company. Serena Williams and Will Smith, for example, are classic Libra examples of balancing work ethic, fun, and creativity.
Libras can thrive even more when they know themselves and are honest about who they are and what they need. Hopefully you'll have a better idea of what it means to be a Libra, and learn how to be the best version of who you are. Looking for info about who Libras are compatible with? Or if you're with a September Libra whose love language is gifts, you might want to learn more about sapphire, the September birthstone.
Now that you know about Libras, what about the other 11 Western Zodiac signs? While it's not a perfect match, Libras often have very similar ways of experiencing and interacting with the world as people with Enneagram Type 9 personality traits. Learn more about the Enneagram and whether or not you're an Enneagram Type 9 here.
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