Astrology is the study of the planets, stars, and other celestial bodies and how they affect our lives. It is a way of understanding our personalities, behaviors, and relationships. Through astrology we can gain insight into our life's journey and how to make the best of it. In this guide, we'll explore two main aspects of astrology: birth charts and zodiac signs.
Birth Charts
A birth chart is an individualized map of the sky at the exact time you were born. It allows you to see your unique energy pattern through a combination of planets, signs, houses, angles, and aspects that are specific to you. This provides insight not just into yourself but also into those around you—friends, family, co-workers—so that you can better understand their strengths, challenges, and motivations. Additionally, a birth chart can provide insight into major life events such as career changes or relationship transitions. Knowing what influences lie ahead can help prepare for these changes better.
My Birth Chart
You can create your own birth chart on sites such as Astro Cafe or Co-Star Astrology . All you need is your date and time of birth and where you were born. If you don't know what time you were born, if you have a copy of your birth certificate, it can be found there. Otherwise, you can either select "Unknown" or midnight.
Zodiac Signs
The zodiac is divided into 12 sections known as signs or sun signs. Each sign has its own set of symbols associated with it which represent certain traits that people born under that sign tend to exhibit. Understanding these traits can help new astrologers begin to understand themselves as well as others better by recognizing certain patterns in their behavior or interactions with others that may be explained by astrological influence.
The Signs
Aries (The Ram): Individuals born between March 21 and April 19 are Aries. These people LOVE to be #1. They are bold, ambitious, passionate, motivated, and confident leaders. They like things quick and dirty.
Element: Fire
Modality: Cardinal
Ruling Planet: Mars
Taurus (The Bull): People with birthdays falling between April 20 and May 20 enjoy relaxing in serene environments, surrounded by soft sounds and soothing aromas. They know how to play the long game in both professional and romantic pursuits. Taureans are steadfast and loyal, although this sometimes comes off as stubbornness.
Element: Earth
Modality: Fixed
Ruling Planet: Venus
Gemini (The Twins): Geminis are born between May 21 and Jun 21. These people are charismatic and could talk to a brick wall. They can come across as know-it-alls as they seem to know a little about everything. For Geminis, arguing is flirting so be ready to fight!
Element: Air
Modality: Mutable
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Cancer (The Crab): Born between June 21 and July 21, Cancer people are seen as the most sensitive zodiac. They have a tendency to take on other people's problems. Cancers like to seek out comfort. There motto is "Forgive, but make sure you remember it forever!"
Element: Water
Modality: Cardinal
Ruling Planet: The Moon
Leo (The Lion): If you have a birthday between July 22 and August 22, you are a Leo. Leos exude warmth and creativity. They have really big personalities and want to stand out. Leos can be a little vain and love luxury.
Element: Fire
Modality: Fixed
Ruling Planet: The Sun
Virgo (The Virgin): These individuals are born between August 23 and September 22. Virgos are judgmental, but they have no ill intent behind it. They need to feel useful, having quick fixes for everything. Be ready to go off on tangents when talking with a Virgo as they have a million ideas per second.
Element: Earth
Modality: Mutable
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Libra (The Scales): With birthdays between September 23 and October 22, Libras are the only sign that is not a living being. However, the scales represent them perfectly as they avoid conflict, seeing every side and attempting to bring peace from discord. Libras hate being alone. They are prone to fantasy and have trouble making decisions.
Element: Air
Modality: Cardinal
Ruling Planet: Venus
Scorpio (The Scorpion): Us Scorpios are born between October 23 and November 21. We are the dark sign, being comfortable with silence. I've often been told that it is hard to tell if I am joking or being serious. We feel our emotions deeply, but it will take you a long time to break through our walls.
Element: Water
Modality: Fixed
Ruling Planet: Pluto
Sagittarius (The Archer): Individuals born between November 22 and December 20 are Sagittariuses (I know that looks weird but I promise it is right!). The friendliest person at the party you went to last night? That would be a Sagittarius. But don't mistake their friendliness for being a pushover. They wield their truths like Mjölnir (if you don't know what that is, shame on you).
Element: Fire
Modality: Mutable
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Capricorn (The Sea Goat): While I have personally never seen a sea goat, I can tell you that Capricorns are born between December 21 and January 19. These are the kids like seem like tiny adults at six. They will be the DD and stop you from doing that dumb thing you were thinking of doing. Like Scorpios, they take a while to warm up to people, but will be loyal once they do. Capricorns will repress any emotion that gets in the way of their success.
Element: Earth
Modality: Cardinal
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Aquarius (The Water Bearer): People born between January 20 and February 18 fall into this zodiac sign. They are purposefully esoteric, with their intelligence and uniqueness often making them feel like outcasts. Aquarians are attracted to witty and smart people, so if one makes you a friend, consider it a compliment! Just don't get sucked into their conspiracy theories.
Element: Air
Modality: Fixed
Ruling Planet: Uranus
Pisces (The Fishes): Bringing up the end of the Zodiac are people born between February 18 and March 19. Pisceans are pretty laid-back but feel and think deeply. They often can't remember if something is a dream or if it really happened. They are your hopeless romantics, all about love. Be for warned, Pisceans do not have any boundaries!
Element: Water
Modality: Mutable
Ruling Planet: Neptune
Astrology has been around for centuries but only recently has become popular again due to its accuracy in predicting how different signs will interact in various aspects of our lives such as relationships or career paths. Knowing your own birth chart can help you understand yourself better while getting to know others' signs can help you better navigate relationships with them. With just a few simple steps—looking up your birth chart, learning about your zodiac sign’s traits and symbols—you can unlock valuable insights into yourself and those around you!
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