The 12 Signs
Not all wheels are positioned exactly like the one pictured above, but we always start at Aries and read clockwise around the wheel until Pisces.
- Aries: The Ram is represented by the ram because they are headstrong, always up for a challenge, and very direct. They courageously charge head-on into life on impulse. They are the first sign of the zodiac which resonates with how they see themselves: first. They are strong, ambitious, athletic, and comfortable in the spotlight (especially on their achievements) but they are also argumentative, flighty, and self-centered.
- Taurus: The Bull is represented by the bull as a symbol of hard-work, reliability, and strong will. Bulls have been a staple of the working world for centuries, they are strong, patient, quiet animals..until they're provoked. This is Taurus in a nutshell: a trustworthy friend and lover, a perfect business asset, and a lover of rewards for their achievements in all forms of materialism and pleasure. But when they are poked and prodded one too many times (and I mean MANY times) or forced to change too quickly they are obstinate, temperamental, and selfish.
- Gemini: The Twins is represented by the number 2 and often as a set of twins. Gemini sometimes has a bad reputation because of their observed "two-faced" mentality. One face is their outer mask: charming, funny, clever, cheerful, a perfect social butterfly. The second face is their inner emotions and opinions, which they only show to their closest friends and family; this can sometimes make it difficult for outsiders to trust Gemini. They can also talk their way out of anything! However, Gemini has many friends all over the world due to their knack for chatting and their love for traveling. They may be paradoxical in their opinions or two-faced between you and another of their many friends, but there's no denying that they are the quintessential life of the party.
- Cancer: The Crab is a maternal/paternal, loving, and emotional sign..but they may not want you to know it! Just like a crab, Cancer is tough and sharp on the outside, but sweet and soft on the inside. Once they let you in, they make for loyal friends and lovers, protective and nurturing parents, and they are also dedicated employees. Cancer is somewhat of a homebody, so as a friend they're definitely into chatting over coffee or doing something creative in their comfort zone of choice rather than going to a party or somewhere where they're expected to be really social. They're perfectly happy to remain with their close circle of friends than out making tons of acquaintances. Cancer is a lifelong friend OR a lifelong enemy depending on how you treat them. Their emotions are wild and intense and you just might get pinched!
- Leo: The Lion is represented by the majestic king (or queen) of the animal kingdom and that's exactly how they like to view themselves. Leo is dramatic, even theatrical at times, courageous, creative, and warm. They have a confidence that drives them to do anything they set their mind to. They love to be around people, they love to be in the spotlight, and they loooove to be indulged in the good side of life. Leos are loving and generous if they like you. Once you earn a Leo's respect they'll never turn you away and you are a valued addition to their family. But if you cross a Leo they will loudly berate you (if there's a crowd around even better for them) and they may hold a dramatic grudge against you for as long as they please.
- Virgo: The Virgin is represented by the female virgin and is another sign that has somehow gotten a bad rep. Virgos are analytical, practical, perfectionist, and curious about everything...because they have yet to learn everything! Otherwise, they approach it with caution and may even come off as naive or ditsy when they're doing something they don't know anything about. Their analytical/critical nature can rub some people the wrong way but it comes out of pure truth and is only meant to help. Virgo rarely strikes out in anger, so it's crucial not to take their sometimes blunt observations about your style or your mannerisms very personally. If anything, utilize those observations to your advantage because it came out of earnest concern from Virgos point of view. Virgo is a lovely friend, a dedicated partner, and a long-lasting and timely employee.
- Libra: The Scales is the sign of judgment and balance as represented by the scales or often the judicial symbol of the blind-folded woman holding the scales. Libra is a talker who loves creating harmony in social situations, they are romantic and indulgent, and they are often wealthy! Libra loves to chat and you can often find them at a club, surrounded by their many friends and acquaintances, sipping a glamorous drink and dressed to the nines. They love the good side of life and they understand how hard they must work to achieve it. However, Libra may have trouble making decisions because of their need to weigh the pros and cons. It can also make them passive or passive-aggressive in relationships, which can turn into self-righteousness at having to rationalize the fact that they can't be decisive!
- Scorpio: The Scorpion is represented by the scorpion, a fiesty, temperamental insect with a poisonous stinger. Scorpio people can often be summed up like so: money, sex, power. Scorpio loves to be successful in whatever they choose to do as a career and they will climb their way to the tippy-top so they can have that seat of power. They like to be in positions of dominance and control, they like to have financial influence, and they like to keep their privacy. Scorpio is often very private about their lives unless you're extremely close with them. It takes time to understand the complexity of Scorpio's emotions and reasoning, but once you understand it and they let you in, you are connected for life. Scorpio has a hard time letting go of things, which may be difficult for friends but perfect for enemies. For friends and lovers, they're dedicated and intensely loving, but be careful if you've betrayed a Scorpio, as they will make sure you pay for it one way or another!
- Sagittarius: The Archer is symbolized a the intelligent centaur, a mythical creature that was able to speak with both humans and animals and who was a gifted archer and courageous warrior. Sagittarius is friendly, nonjudgmental, humanitarian, intelligent, philosophical, determined, confident, lucky, fearless, positive, athletically-gifted, creative, communicative, emotionally strong...and the list goes on. Sagittarius has many positive aspects but this does not mean they are perfect. Sagittarius has a reputation for being a know-it-all who may only appear to be book-smart instead of street-smart, an egotistical and argumentative asshole when their highly-researched opinions are challenged, pushy or even obsessive when they want to get their way (even if they're told "no"!), and flighty or forgetful about promises made. However, if you've befriended or caught a Sagittarius's eye, you're in for one wildly fun experience because they like adventuring with friends, meeting new people, they like taking risks, and they enjoy communicating their experiences and opinions.
- Capricorn: The Goat is represented by the wise, old goat. Some people may find Capricorn's guarded personality as cold or strictly business, but beneath their simple exterior is a whole world of intellect and drive. Capricorn is all about achievement and the obstacles they must overcome to obtain their goals. They are self-disciplined and level-headed about mostly anything related to money or work. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy but Jack is really effing rich as a result and when he plays, he plays really hard. Capricorns are emotional somewhere in there, but they keep it hidden until you get to know them. And they are hilarious. That is definitely worth mentioning as an aspect of their personality. Whether it's their honest, dry, and vaguely pessimistic sense of awareness about the world and daily life, or their even-toned delivery, or their ability to find humor in even the weirdest things, they are very funny. Capricorn can sometimes put work before their relationships because it's important for them to feel successful, but that doesn't mean they don't like you. They actually make great friends, loving partners, and wonderful employees because when they decide to be a part of something, they stick with it.
- Aquarius: The Water Bearer is the person pouring water out of a jug that's held over their shoulder..what?? It's one of the only signs out of the zodiac that isn't quite understood at face value because of the symbol's deep mythological meaning and may come off as a bundle of paradoxes to the untrained eye. The water-bearer is a sort of god/goddess that gives life to the world and society through water, which can be synonymous to knowledge in this case. Aquarius is an intelligent sign and whatever they use their intelligence for, they flourish in it. Often times this is politics, humanitarian issues, technology, all subjects that involve connecting people to another, solving injustice, and sharing their innovation by making the world a better, more logical place. They are social butterflies who like to have an eclectic group of close friends but a vast scale of acquaintances. On the flipside, Aquarius can be perceived as a loner if they're too up in their heads, a book-smart know-it-all, extremely stubborn to the point where they will just defend something to defend it, and sometimes "weird" because of their unique ways of doing things (but trust me, they have some rationalization for everything). Aquarius is often powerfully influential once they understand and hone their abilities through experience and reading books. If they choose to be the CEO of a company, they will achieve it. If they choose to be a good parent, they will achieve it. But be careful, because if you cross them (which is hard to do because they are very easy-going) and they choose to ruin your life, they will achieve it.
- Pisces: The Fish is represented by 2 fish encircling each other in a sort of infinity symbol. Pisces is creative, colorful, and has a sort of 6th sense for emotions and vibes. Fish, by nature, are swim in groups, and they navigate the deep bodies of water of the world, which here we can use as a metaphor of the deep human psyche. Pisces love to chat and they love to gossip. Their place is with their people and with the creative passions they choose to express their dramatic feelings. Pisces likes to party and likes to be where the fun is happening. They make romantic, loving partners, and fun, interesting friends. Pisces' 6th sense may catch you off-guard at times during one of your many heart-to-heart talks (they love those!) and can be a blessing or it can be a curse to them because it makes them overly sensitive at times. Pisces' negative emotions may be their one true negative quality as it can bring them down and others may feel like they're drowning with them, and if they get to a certain point, Pisces may express their emotions through outbursts or tantrums OR they may repress them with alcohol and other vices.
The 3rd and 4th rings into the wheel are the months and month numbers that match up with each sign. Each month contains 2 signs, contrary to popular belief. January doesn't just govern Capricorn, but governs Capricorn and Aquarius. Their is a period of 5 days out of each month where the 2 signs are said to overlap and create "Cusp" signs, which have a blend of traits of both the signs of that month. Below I'll list the standard signs first, in order of month, then the cusp signs after:
Standard Signs
January 20 - February 18 is Aquarius
February 19 - March 20 is Pisces
March 21 - April 19 is Aries
April 20 - May 20 is Taurus
May 21 - June 20 is Gemini
June 21 - July 22 is Cancer
July 23 - August 22 is Leo
August 23 - September 22 is Virgo
September 23 - October 22 is Libra
October 23 - November 21 is Scorpio
November 22 - December 21 is Sagittarius
December 22 - January 19 is Capricorn
Cusp Signs
January 19-23 Capricorn/Aquarius
February 19-23 Aquarius/Pisces
March 19-23 Pisces/Aries
April 19-23 Aries/Taurus
May 19-23 Taurus/Gemini
June 19-23 Gemini/Cancer
July 19-23 Cancer/Leo
August 19-23 Leo/Virgo
September 19-23 Virgo/Libra
October 19-23 Libra/Scorpio
November 19-23 Scorpio/Sagittarius
December 19-23 Sagittarius/Capricorn
In my next couple posts, I'll elaborate more on cusp signs as well as the elements and planetary rulings of each sign but for now, I hope this gave some of you an insight on how to read the zodiac wheel and understand the basics of each sign! Thanks for reading.
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