Everything about your Zodiac Sign

Aries Keywords: Daring, Risk-taker, Energetic, Friendly, Careless, Impulsive,Childish As the first sign of the zodiac, Aries represents the first stage in theevolution of man and his place in the universe. The raw energy of life itself, which isthe first step in being part of the universe, is evident in the character and make-up of Aries people. Babies think of themselves as the center of everyone else'suniverse. As they grow older, they learn that they are not the center but part of a familygroup. It is the karmic responsibility of the Aries-born to accept the idea that theyare not the center of the universe but part of the larger social order of all men.Aries personalities who do not develop this kind of maturity are demandingand infantile in their behavior. They want what they want, when they want it. The vitallife force that is their celestial heritage can either be used to inspire others as well as

themselves, or it can be turned inward to reflect only their own selfishneeds, and as a result, they fail to evolve as individuals. Aries people are doers. They set out to accomplish things and aredetermined to succeed one way or another. The astrological symbol for Aries is theRam and, considering the sheer force of energy and enthusiasm by which theyaccomplish their goals, it is not off the mark to suggest that they "ram" their way tosuccess. They must, however, learn the difference between being confidentlyaggressive--a responsible "take-charge person" on whom others rely to get thingsmoving-- and being rudely aggressive-- a "know-it-all" who is insensitive to the feelings aswell as the wisdom of others. Aries individuals react in a physical way to everything they experiencein life. That is, before they assess the practicality or worth of what they are doing,before they sort out their true emotions, and, before they take time to reason

things out intellectually, their tendency is to shoot first and ask questions later.Their passionate nature is inspiring and flattering to others, but unlessimpatience and rash behavior are curbed, their unbridled enthusiasm backfires whenthey lose interest just as quickly as they gained it. Theirs is the astrological sign of thesoldier but in their haste, they forget the practicality of being adequately armedbefore rushing headlong into physical or verbal combat. They quickly forget frustrationand anger. Since theirs is essentially a generous nature, their selfishness is usuallya result of carelessness rather than intentional unkindness. Active, fiery Mars rules Aries and indeed, Aries people are high-spirited, energetic individuals ready to try anything at least once. Courageous, optimistic,and friendly, they are lively participants in the everyday bustle of life, maintaining afrantic pace others find difficult to match. Constant physical activity works off

excess energy, and its vitalizing influence is important to their intellectual andcreative endeavors. It is usually the energetic Aries who is willing to startprojects others would be afraid to tackle. However, it is also Aries who often fails tofinish things when too many details demand attention or they simply lose interest. Inspite of the physical energy associated with Aries, they are not above using theinability of others to keep up with them as an excuse for their own idleness. Ifthey expect others to provide them with constant stimulation and are unwilling to find theirown diversions, they become lazy. Cut off from physical activity, theybecome depressed, unproductive, and overweight. They are eager athletes and generous players. They enjoy the challengeof a tough contest, but they can be so stimulated that they become tooaggressive. Aries rules guns and weapons, so it isn't surprising that many Aries individuals

enjoy hunting. Combative by nature, they also enjoy boxing, wrestling, and most teamsports. They are apt to be mechanically inclined and adept at arts and crafts, typing,working with machinery, playing musical instruments, or performing magic tricks.They have a tendency to allow their enthusiasm to exceed their actual ability. Beforetaking something apart, they don't stop to wonder if they can put it backtogether. Aries colors are red and white. Vulnerable parts of the body are thehead and face. As a sign of this celestial association, many Aries individuals are born witha birth mark on their head or face. Headaches, black eyes, nose bleeds, andinsect bites are common Aries complaints. The birthstone for Aries is the diamond. Thetremendous heat and pressure that nature exerts in turning carbon into hard, brilliantdiamonds represent the strength and physical force in the Aries-born. Flowersfor Aries include

the poppy (red), geraniums, honeysuckle, and hollyhocks. ------------------------------------------------

Taurus Keywords: Stubborn, Stable, Cautious, Comfort-seeker, Deliberate, Slow As the second sign of the zodiac, Taurus represents the second stage inthe evolution of man and his place in the universe. The first thing man uses are hisphysical senses. What he can see, touch, and physically hold represents thereality of his position. It is why the celestial heritage of Taureans is to conservephysical resources and possessively cling to people whom they regard as theirown. Their strongest desire is for personal security. Broken promises or thebetrayal of others are threats to this security. Their reaction to such personal affronts islikely to be bitter, and those who inflict such abuses will not be given anotherchance. Disappointed Taureans can behave in a manner totally against their ownbest interests.

They may completely retreat from the world, or, go in the oppositedirection and become promiscuous. Whatever direction is taken, they may end upsacrificing the meaningful, enduring relationships they really need to feel emotionallysecure. Taureans are stubborn and impervious to changes not of their ownmaking. However, they are able to accomplish things in life because of their tenacity in stickingto projects in which others may have long since lost patience or stamina.The astrological symbol for Taurus is the Bull and indeed, the stubbornbullheaded nature of the Taurean personality can be extremely formidable to those whohave the unfortunate experience of coming up against it. On the positive side,their quiet strength and determination inspires others to trust them. Because theydislike being unable to rely on others, they are usually very dependable themselves.Taureans are loving and patient when trying to accomplish what they think isworthwhile and when

dealing with people they care about. As a rule, they do not enjoysurprises or spontaneous changes. They are far more comfortable when givensufficient time to prepare for things and allowed to follow their planned agenda. Taureans react to what they experience by assessing its possible worth.That is, before they take physical action, before they sort out their emotionalinvolvement, and before they reason it out intellectually, they ascertain whattangible advantages are to be gained from the experience. What appears too abstract orvague fails to attract more than their passing interest. They need a definite purposein what they do and in relationships they form. Because they don't want to beunnecessarily burdened, they willingly rid themselves of worn out items, but only if they cannotfind any other way to make use of them. Venus, planet of beauty and pleasure, rules Taurus, which means that bynature, people

born with Sun in Taurus are tactile and sensuous, seekers of personalcomfort and physical pleasure. By design however, they are pragmatic with anappreciative eye for both monetary value as well as aesthetic beauty. They are lovers ofnature and natural things. Their harmony in life is tied to reality and the material world,but sometimes they get carried away with personal acquisitions. When they go too farafield they tend to either accumulate wealth and never use it, or recklesslysquander it without improving the quality or enjoyment of their lives. As a result of theiraddiction to personal pleasure and comfort, Taureans can be very lazy as well as veryvulnerable to the unpleasant consequences that invariably result from overindulging inrich food and other physical pleasures. Their natural cautiousness saves them frommaking mistakes, but it can also prevent them from taking advantage of valuableopportunities. As a rule, Taureans are physically strong and solidly built. Even thosewho are not

fat, may be physically more dense per pound of body weight. Many ofthem favor weight lifting or other body-building routines as a way to keep in shape. Theyenjoy participating in sports that require strength and endurance. Theyusually like to putter around the garden, and readily engage in other outdoor activitiessuch as picnics, hikes, and trips to botanical gardens or a zoo. They love musicand art and may have considerable talent in these areas. They often have a pleasantspeaking or singing voice. Though Taureans tend to be rather subdued, they have alively sense of humor, and enjoy socializing. Taurus colors are brown, russet, and turquoise. Vulnerable parts of thebody are the neck, throat, shoulders, and upper torso. Stiff necks, sore throats, andearaches are common Taurean complaints. The emerald, a variety of the mineral beryland as costly as a diamond, is the Taurus birthstone. The emerald's rich green coloris suitably

Taurean since it is the color of money, green pastures, and serenity.The emerald has a six-sided geometric form. Six is the number assigned to Venus whichin turn, is the planetary ruler of Taurus. Flowers for Taurus are the rose (red), daisy,lily, and daffodil. ------------------------------------------------

Gemini Keywords: Alert, Adaptable, Friendly, Superficial, Curious, Restless,Talkative As the third sign of the zodiac, Gemini represents the third stage inthe evolution of man and his place in the universe. Gemini goes beyond the Aries needfor the raw energy of survival and the Taurus need to physically touch andexperience the material world. In Gemini, it is the intellect that man needs to develop in orderto understand the universe. This stage is concerned primarily with information-gathering and Geminis never seem to stop collecting it. They need to express ideas and share

information with others, but what they do with their information is another matter.The mature Gemini becomes a serious scholar and careful researcher. The immatureGemini turns into a gossip and the proverbial "jack-of all-trades and master of none". Geminis readily adapt to change. This trait is a strength because it is asurvival mechanism, and a weakness because it makes them vulnerable to thedemands and influence of other people. The Twins are the astrological symbol ofGemini. Adopting a twin-like similarity to other people is easy for Geminis. They not onlyhave a unique ability to understand what others are thinking, they also possess greatcleverness for imitation. In this way they can maneuver themselves into manyfavorable positions. They can also lose sight of their own talents and ideas by being toowilling and able to adopt the traits and immerse themselves in the personal situationsof others. They tend to say what others want to hear instead of saying what they really

think, or what they know to be the truth. Geminis react intellectually to everything they experience in life. Thatis, before they take physical action, before they assess the practical worth ofsomething, and before they sort out their true emotions, they try to analyze thingsobjectively as a kind of mental exercise. Though it is generally not a true assessment,the intellectual orientation of Geminis can make it appear to others asthough they are unfeeling or emotionally superficial. Mercury, planet of the intellect (and communication in general) rules thesign Gemini. Those born with Sun in Gemini are talkative, quick witted, and haveinnate curiosity about everything. They keep themselves in a constant state ofbusyness, running here and there on errands or traveling from one city to another. Naturalversatility and ever-changing interests give Geminis their multifaceted personalities.The eagerness

and interest they have in what¹s going on around them contributes to anappearance of youthfulness (both physical and psychological) that most of themmanage to retain throughout life. They have to learn to concentrate on one thing at atime, or at least on what they know can be accomplished efficiently and well. Easilyjumping from one subject to another, they forget that others are not so nimble. Theyoften have to be reminded to slow down and let others catch up with what they'retalking about. They also have to be reminded to stop talking once in a while and listen.Sometimes they neglect to get all the facts before repeating information. Though theycan be secretive about their personal affairs, they love to learn about everyoneelse. They enjoy mysteries and intrigue and don't mind becoming involved in behindthe scenes antics of one sort or another. Always wanting to know everything givesthem quite a store of information which in turn, makes them more interesting to

others. Add to that their cheerful, friendly dispositions, and it isn't surprising that they getalong so well in the world. Since they are apt to spend more time talking than eating, many Geminisare able to stay fairly slim. Their body is usually very flexible and agile, and theyenjoy gymnastics, bicycling, swimming, and other activities that keep themphysically fit. Favorite sports are tennis, racquetball and similar games in which theycan participate with a partner. As a rule, they are adept at tinkering withmechanical devices or doing repair work. Gemini talents also include design, interiordecoration, arts and crafts, magic and illusion, and music. Gemini colors are yellow and light blue. Vulnerable parts of the body arethe arms, hands, fingers, lungs, and nervous system. Respiratory problems andvarious nervous conditions are common Gemini complaints. Agates are traditional Geminibirthstones.

Appropriate to the multifaceted Gemini personality, this mineral isstreaked with many colors. It may seem Gemini is scattered and thus weakened by the widerange of interests and abilities, but the steel-like hardness of agate is areminder that the Gemini personality and character can be just as strong as it is varied.Gemini flowers include the lilac, azalea, and lily-of-the-valley. ------------------------------------------------

Cancer Keywords: Moody, Nurturing, Sensitive, Shy, Possessive, Family-oriented As the fourth sign of the zodiac, represents the fourth stage in theevolution of man and his place in the universe. In Cancer the need is not one of individualsurvival as it was in the first three signs. Here, it is eternal survival throughperpetuation of the species. It is the sign of fertility and nurture, and Cancerians havestrong identification with these matters in one form or another. It doesn't

mean all of them are good cooks or efficient housekeepers, but they all want to feel partof a family. They enjoy feeding others as much as they enjoy feeding themselves.They are also ready to supply emotional nurturing by "mothering" everyone whoappears to be in need. When upset, they tend to use food as consolation, which in turn, resultsin problems with excess weight. As an offshoot of their sense of familialrelationships, they often develop an interest in genealogy and history in general. Cancerians are doers. They set out to accomplish things and, one way oranother, they want to obtain their goals. In spite of their emotional sensitivity, theyare strong-willed and have no trouble expressing what they want, thenfinding a way to get it. The Crab is their astrological symbol and there are certain crab-likegestures directly associated with the behavior of Cancerians. Just as the crabwalks sideways rather than straight ahead, Cancerians use an indirect approach in

accomplishing their goals. Rather than direct confrontation or request, they are more aptto resort to using emotional appeal. For example, they will get others to cooperateby making them feel like part of a family. At the slightest provocation or threat thecrab quickly hides in the sand or retreats into a shell until safer times are at hand.Cancerians who feel threatened or suspect that their attempts may beunsuccessful, often hide their true ambitions until a more comfortable situation occurs. Cancerians react emotionally to everything they experience in life. Thatis, before they take physical action, before they sort out the practicality of whatthey are doing, and before they reason things out intellectually, they mustexpress their feelings. They wear their hearts on their sleeves. Many Cancerianssucceed in life because their genuine concern for the welfare of others inspires loyaltyas well as cooperation.

The Moon, celestial guardian of human emotions, rules Cancer. Thebiggest struggle for Cancerians is to avoid becoming prisoners of their own emotions. Thoughthey can be outwardly gregarious, they are shy and secretive about their personalmatters. However, once they feel comfortable in a situation or relationship, theyrelax and completely open up even to the point of dominating the situation. Notusually ones to suffer in silence, they have to make an effort not to inflict their moodsand endless recitations of their feelings or emotional troubles on others. Once theylearn to keep excess emotions in control, their intuition can be remarkably accurate.Their emotional insecurity makes them want to hang on to things. They hate tothrow anything away, and many end up avid collectors, conservators, and savers ofstring. It is equally difficult for them to give up on failed relationships, and stillharder for them to learn the difference between caring and possessiveness. When

they receive criticism, even constructive criticism, they tend to take it as a personalindictment instead of using it to attain personal growth and maturity. Participation in physical fitness or sports activities becomes animportant, often vital way for Cancerians to work out their emotional stress. They areespecially adaptable to team sports since they tend to view their team members aspart of a family-like group. Favorite Cancerian sports are swimming, fishing,sailing and other water activities. They also enjoy skiing, ice skating, and mountainclimbing. Cancerians are creative. Even those who may not have a particular talentcan use some type of involvement with art, music, or writing as another method ofemotional release, instead of indulging in eating binges or other destructivehabits. Living or spending time near the water is a relaxing, as well as creativelystimulating environment for Cancerians.

Cancer colors are white, silver, and pale yellow. Vulnerable parts of thebody are the breasts and stomach. Stomach aches, food allergies, and hysterics arethe usual afflictions of Cancerians. Cancer rules silver, and the ruby as well as thepearl are considered Cancerian birthstones. The surroundings of a beautiful pieceof silver are reflected in its shiny polished surface. Similarly, the emotionallysensitive nature of Cancerians tends to reflect the people and circumstancessurrounding them. The ruby, a variety of corundum, is one of the hardest minerals known, whilethe pearl is soft and easily scratched. These gems uniquely illustrate the twocontrasting sides of the Cancerian personality; hard and determined as well as soft andvulnerable. Cancerian flowers are the water lily (lotus), iris, poppy (white),carnation (white) and southern magnolia.

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Leo Keywords: Creative, Generous, Flamboyant, Egotistical, Selfish,Attention-seeker, Optimistic As the fifth sign of the zodiac, Leo represents the fifth stage in theevolution of man and his place in the universe. Here, the dominant need is to developman's creative urge. Creativity is not entirely an emotional urge in Leo, it isalso an expression of ego. The mind and heart are united in Leo to representman's ultimate individuality. When their egos are turned inward, Leos become self-centered and tyrannical. Seeking to gain attention (consciously or subconsciously),they love to play the hero. At times this gesture is indeed noble, but feeling theyalready know what is best, they often neglect to learn what assistance is actuallywanted and their misguided generosity becomes worthless to those they sought to help.Imaginative Leos

envision grandiose schemes and many of them possess the talent to turntheir ideas into reality. Leos are stubborn and impervious to changes not of their own making.They are however, able to accomplish things in life because of their tenacity in stickingwith projects when others lose patience and stamina. Unfortunately, stubbornness inthe Leo personality is dictated more often than not by their ego. Attempts toback them into a corner, or demanding that they change their thinking or behavior willquickly reveal the extent of their intractable nature. Even when confronted withirrefutable evidence of the foolhardiness of their ways, Leos can stubbornly cling to badrelationships and wrong ideas because their egos simply will not allow them to admit beingwrong. However, their tenacity becomes a valuable asset when it isdemonstrated as loyalty to friends, or as patience and determination to succeed in completing aworthy project.

The astrological symbol for Leo is the Lion. As king of the jungle, thisanimal represents the regal disposition of the Leo personality. Their dignitycannot be assailed. If insulted or abused, they rarely forget the slight unlesstheir detractors sincerely and humbly request forgiveness. Leos generally have opinionsabout everything and not a bit of reluctance in expressing them. They musthave the last word and, as far as most of them are concerned, it is the only one thatcounts. Leos react physically to everything they experience. Before they assessthe practicality or worth of what they are doing, before they sort out theirtrue emotions, and before they take time to reason things out intellectually,their tendency is to shoot first and ask questions later. Leos tackle projectsothers would not attempt, though they cannot help calling as much attention aspossible to their efforts. Their penchant for exaggeration and overreaction works well inthe theater,

advertising schemes, and other situations where a "bigger than life"approach is desirable. Leos are often guilty however, of habitually turning amundane problem or fairly routine situation into an overblown crisis, much to the confusionand annoyance of those around them. The sun, celestial guardian of the human ego, rules Leo. Its influencegives Leos a true love of life and its pleasures. Genial hosts and natural entertainers,they get pleasure out of helping others enjoy life as much as they do. Enthusiasmand generosity are integral parts of their gregarious natures. Their sunnydispositions inspire the affection of many friends and admirers, as well as engenderfeelings of envy in those with less popular personalities. Though usually full ofambition and enthusiasm, they also have a lazy streak and, if given the opportunity,will take the easy way out of things, especially when the situation offers little fun orglory. They

are so attracted to energy and excitement it can be difficult for themto accept that life also consists of boring routines and mundane details that needconstant attention. It is easy for pleasure-loving Leos to become addicted to rich food, andas they get older they find themselves putting on weight. Their gregarious naturemakes it hard to enjoy or stick to boring or solitary physical fitness routines, but theymay not mind dressing up in flashy gym outfits and joining an exercise class. Dancing,swimming, and tennis are favorite activities, though they are eager participants insports of all kinds. When engaged in team sports, however, they can make toomany grandstand plays, forgetting that they are just part of a team. Arts and crafts,theater groups, philanthropic societies, and religious organizations attract their interestand participation.

Leo colors are gold, royal blue, purple, and red. Vulnerable parts of thebody are the back and the heart. Overexertion, heart murmur, and various types ofback pains are the usual Leo complaints. Leo rules gold, and the birthstone for this signis the sardonyx. An appropriate representative of Leo's versatile, creativepersonality, the intriguing sardonyx is a variety of agate that exists in many colors andcan be cut in many ways. One of the special ways it is used is in making cameos.Flowers for Leo include the showy dahlia, yellow lily, poppy (red), marigold, sunflower,and heliotrope. ------------------------------------------------

Virgo Keywords: Helpful, Practical, Analytical, Timid, Skeptical, Finicky,Hypocritical As the sixth sign of the zodiac, Virgo represents the sixth stage in theevolution of man and his place in the universe. In Leo the need is to discover and

develop man's individuality and creative potential. In Virgo the need is to find ways toput man's individual talents to the best possible use. This is why Virgo is known asthe sign of service. For many Virgos, the need to make things better is satisfied bypursuing careers in health-related fields or in other areas such as teaching,labor relations, environmental protection, social work, or religious counseling. Thoughmost of them do have altruistic motives in helping others, it must also be said thatVirgos have a tendency to act the martyr when their service or counseling is ignored,and it is not unheard of for them to use guilt as a weapon when they want to elicitthe attention and cooperation of others. Virgos have to learn that helping others toimprove is one thing, but pushing them toward goals of perfection they cannot hope toaccomplish is destructive as well as impossible. Virgos adapt to change. This trait is a strength because it is a survival

mechanism, and a weakness because it makes them vulnerable to the demands andinfluence of other people. Instinctively responsive to the needs of others, they usuallyadapt to different people and changing circumstances by finding ways to makethemselves useful. The Virgin is the astrological symbol of Virgo and, like the true virgin,most Virgos are shy. Like a virgin waiting to give herself to the perfect lover, Virgosare also idealistic. Unfortunately when they allow idealism to get out of hand,nothing is accomplished. The virgin becomes a bitter spinster and talents die onthe vine. Though intensely personal situations are inhibiting, there are other situationswhen Virgos can be very dynamic. When the spotlight is not directly on them but ona product or a service they offer, they are excellent salespersons. Virgos react to what they experience by assessing its practical worth.Before they take physical action, before they sort out their emotional involvement,

and before they reason it out intellectually, they must ascertain what tangibleadvantages are to be gained from the experience. If the advantages they find are notnecessarily useful to them, they are willing to give them to those who can benefit. Virgosare effective negotiators. They patiently endure endless details and responsibilities ifconvinced it accomplishes an end they think justifies their efforts. Mercury, planet of the intellect, rules Virgo, giving Virgos an analyticalapproach to life. That communication is important to Virgos is aptly demonstrated bythe fact that so many of them are very talkative. They love books, magazines, andwriting. With a critical eye for organization and detail and their constant search forperfection, Virgos have an irresistible urge to improve everything and everyone,whether they need it or not. Virgos are not above using their inability to achieve perfectionas an excuse for their own idleness and unproductiveness. Out of character

with their true nature, these Virgos are sloppy, disorganized, and irresponsible. What isworse, their own bad habits do not in the least inhibit them from criticizing othersfor the same behavior. Their analytical ability makes them excellent critics of thetalent and performance of those more skilled than themselves. Virgos need tothink that what they do is of a practical and helpful nature. The worthiness of their self-sacrificing efforts is spoiled at times however, when they exact tangible proof ofgratitude from those who benefited from their actions. Likely to be health conscious, many Virgos make an effort to stayphysically fit. If they are convinced that results can be achieved, they don't mindtedious exercise routines. They enjoy tennis, racquetball, swimming, sailing, fishing, andbiking. As athletes, Virgos are not overly competitive. Most of them do however,attempt to perfect whatever skills they do have in a particular sport. They are

likely to be talented craftsman, seamstresses, or designers, and may have particularinterest in such things as cartography, travel, and philately. Virgo colors are blue, yellow, gray, tan, navy, and lilac. Vulnerable partsof the body are the sinuses, respiratory system, and bowels. Colds, flu,allergies, and constipation are common Virgo complaints. The sapphire, which is avariety of the mineral corundum, is Virgo's birthstone. This gem was considered byancient societies as a love charm. Though they come in a variety of colors and can even betransparent, the most valuable sapphires are blue. Blue is also the principal colorassociated with Virgo. Flowers and plants for Virgo include the aster, chrysanthemum,ivy, and fern. ------------------------------------------------

Libra Keywords: Tactful, Objective, Lazy, Avoids conflict, Indecisive, Cultural,Strategist

As the seventh sign of the zodiac, Libra represents the seventh stagein the evolution of man and his place in the universe. The first six signs represent man'sattention turned inward to understand and develop his individuality and position inthe cosmos. The rest of the signs represent his attention turned outward tohumanity as a whole. Libra is not merely the sign of partnership, it is the sign of otherpeople in general. Libra is the balance between the individual and society. Toattain the understanding man seeks in Libra, there must be a compromise betweenthe passion and the intellect. The physical world must come to terms with thenonphysical world. The objectivity of judgment needed for these tasks is characteristic of theLibran temperament. Un-evolved Librans can be cold and unemotional or unableto make decisions. But this is not true of mature Librans in whom such traitsmerely represent attempts to reach true objectivity.

Librans are doers. In spite of their need to be liked, and reluctance toface confrontations, they are surprisingly strong-willed. They set out toaccomplish their goals and will find ways to succeed one way or another, usually by usingtheir wit and charm. The "iron fist in a velvet glove" approach is one key to theirsuccess. When such ploys are ineffective however, they can becomeuncharacteristically aggressive and determined to solve the matter then and there. Their change ofattitude in such situations is usually effective enough to catch others off guard andallow the Librans to gain control. If they become convinced nothing more is to be gainedno matter what they do, they won't hesitate to walk away from a situation with nofurther explanation or thought of returning. The Scales are Libra's astrological symbol andLibrans require balance in their lives. In relationships, they invariably give backin kind what they have been given.

Librans react to everything they experience in life with an intellectualorientation. Before they take physical action, before they assess the practicalworth of something, and before they sort out their true emotions, they try to visualize itobjectively as a kind of mental exercise. It would be a mistake to believe they lackpassion. They can be outrageous flirts and true romantics. Their passion is not apt tobe sustained however, if their interest in someone does not include intellectualrapport as well as physical attraction. Venus, planet of beauty and social grace, rules Libra. They getemotional, physical, and psychological pleasure from beauty in all forms. Books, music,flowers, and perfume are typical delights. If their environment is not estheticallypleasing, they can become unhappy without even realizing that their surroundings maybe at least partly responsible for their depression. For Librans, social grace beginswith good

manners, extends to high level diplomacy, and ends with abhorrence ofdisagreeable confrontations. When forced to endure a fractious environment, theylose ability to think or function efficiently. They promote peace and harmony, and willinvariably opt to bypass hostile confrontations whenever some equally effectivemethod can be employed. Though they need partnership and association with otherpeople, they do not like crowds and attempt to avoid them whenever possible. Librans can exert impressive physical energy but the stamina they needto do it tends to run in cycles. They work hard, play hard, and then collapse intoinertia until nature restores the balance and their energy returns. Addicted to theluxuries and creature comforts of life, Librans have a lazy streak, especially when itcomes to physical exercise. Few of them will walk if they can ride. Fondness forrich food (sugar is their biggest weakness) makes it necessary to get properphysical exercise.

However, if they have not been thoroughly indoctrinated to the virtuesof physical fitness from childhood, and in the meanwhile nothing or no one has comealong to inspire them to stay in shape, they simply turn into marshmallows.Tennis, hiking, horseback riding, skating, and aerobics are a few activities with specialappeal for Librans. Libra colors are ivory, pink (or rose), turquoise, and blue. Vulnerableparts of the body are the kidneys, lumbar region of the back, and ovaries. Lowerback pain, and the problems caused by too much sugar or rich food are common complaints.Libra's birthstone is the opal. This unique gem consists mostly of ordinary sandand water. Just as hidden water in opals cause the fire in the gem, there is moreemotional content than is apparent behind the brilliant flashes of the Libranintellect. Libra rules flowers in general but particularly appropriate blooms for Librainclude roses

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Scorpio Keywords: Strong-willed, Secretive, Possessive, Vengeful, Investigator,Passionate As the eighth sign of the zodiac, Scorpio represents the eighth stage inthe evolution of man and his place in the universe. This stage is concerned with anemotional development that goes beyond Cancerian concern with home and family.Scorpio's emotional involvement is not based on love or pleasure, but on thecontrol and understanding of human emotions and the role they play in themysterious process of life and death. Though all Scorpios do not spend their lives ponderingthe mysteries of life and death, most of them are inquisitive, probing individuals. Theyare fascinated with how things work, especially people. Their mental andphysical powers of recuperation are remarkable, and truly evolved Scorpios can learn touse their

power to help and inspire others. Scorpios are stubborn and impervious to changes not of their ownmaking. However they accomplish many things in life because of their tenacity in sticking withprojects when others lose patience and stamina. On the surface they may seemeasy-going, congenial, and gregarious but they are also extremely tenacious with atendency to manipulate and control. Keys to their success are a strong will and theability to get to the bottom of things. They want answers and doggedly persist untilthey get them. Astrological symbols for Scorpio are the scorpion and the eagle. Theyrepresentative the potency and range of the formidable power and control thatScorpios can develop. Scorpios react emotionally to everything they experience in life. Beforethey take physical action, before they sort out the practicality of what they aredoing, and before they reason things out intellectually, they express their feelings.Though

their emotions are the strongest motivational factor in their behavior,unlike the emotionally oriented Cancerians and Pisceans, Scorpios are not apt towear their hearts on their sleeves. They consciously or subconsciously want todominate relationships and rarely exhibit emotions openly. Even when they seemto be open, they always hold back something of themselves. They may not intentionallywant to be mysterious but many of them manage to appear enigmatic anyway. Theydo not like being crossed or manipulated, and react to such treatment with sarcasm andvengefulness. Modern astrologers assign Pluto, planet of intensity and depth, as theruler of Scorpio. Ancient astrologers (unaware of Pluto's existence) assignedMars, planet of fire and energy, as the ruler of Scorpio. Both of these planets can beseen to influence the nature of those born in Scorpio. The focus andconcentration of their expressions and personality makes them appear magnetic and powerful.

The fiery energy of Mars that is exhibited when they are enthusiastic attracts andinspire others. Their intensity can be overwhelming but also subtle. Their considerableenergy is not aroused or employed just to have something to do as is often the casewith Aries, the other Mars-ruled personality. Unlike Aries, Scorpio is not openlycombative unless it becomes necessary. Their privacy is tightly protected, and others getto know them only up to a certain point. They may not show any sign of inner strugglebut when they are after something or someone their determination is fierce. Shouldthey not be favored in the outcome, they are not willing or gracious losers. They arenot arrogant and, in fact, are quite interested in others and what others have to say.However they often exhibit a self-sufficiency that implies there isn't much theydon't already know. Scorpios have a strong, competitive nature. With little effort they

become exceptional athletes. They want real challenges and will not easily suffer would-becompetitors who do not possess skills that are equal to their own. They enjoy sportsthat require strength, swiftness, and cunning. Body-building, soccer, hockey, hunting,swimming, scuba diving, and spelunking are favorite activities. Scorpio is associatedwith the mythical phoenix rising from the ashes. This symbol not only representstheir own recuperative powers, it also represents their resourceful ability tocreate something new out of something old or useless. Recycling, and renovating homesand other buildings are typical projects for which they are well suited. Creativepotentials include those who are outstanding cooks, writers, designers, andcomposers. Their shrewdness in assessing value makes them excellent real estate agentsand developers, bankers, stockbrokers, and financial planners. Scorpio colors are red, black, midnight blue, and emerald green.

Vulnerable parts of the body are the reproductive organs and excretory system. Headaches,infections, and fevers are Scorpio complaints. Topaz is Scorpio's birthstone. TheRoman naturalist, Pliny the Elder, traced the name to the Island of Topazos which, inGreek means "to guess. " This meaning is a fair description of the inquisitive, mystery-loving nature of Scorpio. Topaz, one of the hardest minerals, cannot be cut with aknife. It is yet another representation of the impenetrable Scorpio nature. Scorpioflowers include the anemone, heather, and gardenia. ----------------------------------------------

Sagittarius Keywords: Independent, Truth-seeker, Traveler, Talkative, Theatrical,Athletic, Tactless, Over- confident As the ninth sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius represents the ninth stagein the evolution of man and his place in the universe. As Scorpio seeks to

understand and control with emotional power, Sagittarius seeks to understand andcontrol with knowledge. Most Sagittarians have an intellectual curiosity that coversa wide range of subjects. Never try to present Sagittarians with facts because theyalready have an unlimited supply which they gladly recite in rapid succession. Theybecome bored and restless when surrounded by people or circumstances in which they haveno interest. At such times, they find ways to disappear physically or mentally. Theywould rather learn things on their own through travel and experience than endurestructured classroom environments and routine work assignments. However, givenopportunities to broaden their knowledge and gain experience in the world on their own,they become excellent teachers and administrators in the very type of educationalsystem they once found so restricting. Sagittarians readily adapt to change. This trait is a strength because it

is a survival mechanism, and a weakness because it makes them vulnerable tothe demands and influence of other people. One of their greatest facilities for adaptingto change is making home wherever they happen to be. The astrological symbols forSagittarius are the hunter (archer) and the centaur, the mythical half man and halfhorse. They represent the Sagittarian search for collecting and disseminating truthand knowledge as well as their constant search for new ideas and new adventures. Theyare usually quite talkative and, as a rule, do not hesitate to give their honestopinions, a gesture which seems tactless at times though it is rarely theirintention to be cruel. They have a ready wit and appreciate the humor even in grim situations. Sagittarians react physically to everything they experience in life.Before they assess the practicality or worth of what they are doing, before theysort out their true emotions, and before they take time to reason things out

intellectually, they have a tendency to shoot first and ask questions later. Communication-oriented Sagittarians are forever running around with energy and enthusiasm.They are independent and hard to pin down for long, and indeed, this is the signof the bachelor. In one way or another even married Sagittarians seek tomaintain some aspect of personal independence. Jupiter, planet of bountiful fortunes and good luck, rules Sagittarians.As a rule, most of them have generous natures and friendly, optimisticpersonalities. Natural politicians, they are interested in knowing everyone and in goingeverywhere. For the true Sagittarian personality, life is something to be enjoyed every day.Addicted to all the good things in life, they know how to get maximum enjoymentfrom them. Unfortunately too much of a good thing can be ruinous, and prudence isa difficult trait for most Sagittarians to acquire. The philosophy that "more is

better" describes their tendency for overdoing, a tendency that can result in somenegative situations. Being overly spiritual or too philosophical, for example, they get too farout of touch with the real world. Making overblown efforts to be prudent inone area, they can still manage to bankrupt themselves by overindulging in other areas.Their attempt to be prudent can get so far out of line, that they turn into a miser. Sagittarians are enthusiastic sportsmen. They enjoy physicallychallenging endeavors of all kinds. Archery, jogging, hang gliding, sailing, and fishing (especiallyfor big sport fish such as sword fish or blue marlin) are favorite activities. Oneof the biggest challenges to overcome may be the battle of the bulge whentheir fondness for great quantities of food and drink finally catches up with them. Theyare natural gamblers and risk-takers, and usually have the good fortune to come outon the winning side of wagers, especially when they try their luck at horse or dog

racing. They love music, art, dance, and drama (theater) and many of them haveconsiderable talent in these areas. Sagittarian colors are maroon, tan, navy, orange, and cobalt blue.Vulnerable parts of the body are the thighs, hips, and, to some extent, the feet. Theirphysical complaints are apt to be the result of unrestricted diets or an overlyindulgent pursuit of other pleasures. The ancients associated the ruby withSagittarius, while modern astrologers gives this sign the turquoise. The Sagittarian'shighly adaptable, somewhat dual-natured personality can easily associate itself with bothgems. Because Sagittarius is associated with bigness in general, flowers for this signinclude the large blooms such as huge mums, hydrangeas, dahlias, and peonies. -------------------------------------------

Capricorn Keywords: Mature, Ambitious, Responsible, Designing, Patient, Goal-seeker, Traditional

As the tenth sign of the zodiac, Capricorn represents the tenth stagein the evolution of man and his place in the universe. Having gained power and controlthrough emotions and knowledge in Scorpio and Sagittarius, Capricorn seeks control byvirtue of authority. All authority is given its control by rules and regulationswhich civilized society accepts and with which they must comply in order to progress.For all their concern with legality or the propriety of things, Capricorns can beguilty of making or enforcing rules they themselves do not follow. Blinded by their ownambition, and obsessed with their goals, they adopt the philosophy that the endjustifies the means. Capricorns are doers. They set out to accomplish things and aredetermined to succeed one way or another. By nature they are executives and managers.Ambitious, pragmatic, and goal-oriented, they learn how to get things done. The mountain goatis an

appropriate astrological symbol for this sign since a sure-footed,methodical climb to the top is the main goal of Capricorn individuals. They aspire topositions of power and authority, and they admire others who attain such positions.Initiative and willingness to accept responsibilities are keys to their success. Wantingto be admired and respected, they do not want to appear weak or ineffective.This false pride makes it hard for them to admit when they are wrong or to askothers for help. Though they aggressively compete for what they want with apparentsureness, they harbor inner lack of confidence which makes them defensive. Viewinginsecurity and fear as weaknesses, they attempt to hide such feelings, making it hardfor others to get close to them. As children they have unusual maturity. They are in ahurry to participate in the adult world and often get along better with olderchildren and adults than with their peers.

Capricorns react to what they experience by assessing its possibleworth. Before they take physical action, before they sort out their emotional involvement,and before they reason it out intellectually, they must ascertain what tangibleadvantages are to be gained from the experience. They gladly work long and hard if itmeans getting what or who they want. They can be very lazy if they see no sense in working,or if they can achieve the same goals in a less strenuous manner. They have a goodsense of humor but will not tolerate being ridiculed or teased on a personal level. Thosewho set out to so abuse a Capricorn, will soon learn the error of their ways. Saturn, planet of structure and reality, is the ruler of Capricorn, whichmeans that Capricorns need to know and understand limits in all areas of life. Earlyin life they should be taught traditional values, rules and regulations, and properthought and behavior. Even if they reject these things later, it allows them todevelop and focus

on specific goals. Without the structure of rules, restrictions, andvalues to guide them up the mountain toward their goals, they lose their way. Ambitionand enthusiasm fade. Knowing the rules and regulations and the way that society isstructured makes them feel they understand the reality of life. And for Capricorn, oncethe reality of something is understood, it is much easier to handle and manipulate.This approach makes them good builders, engineers, politicians, lawyers, and businessexecutives. Capricorns often look older or more mature when they are young.However, when they reach middle age the reverse occurs. They seem to defy the agingprocess, and retain a remarkably youthful appearance well into old age. Capricorns usually do not have a predisposition to be fat. Good dietaryhabits in their youth tend to stay with them as adults. Their innate spirit ofcompetition makes them enthusiastic sportsmen. They can be so aggressively determined towin, it is

difficult for them to be gracious when they lose. They make good teamplayers as well as good team managers. Jogging, running (especially cross-country), golf,skating, hunting, wrestling, boxing, martial arts, and body-building are favoriteactivities. They also favor gun collecting, perhaps because guns are undeniablesymbols of authority. Capricorn colors are chocolate brown, royal and navy blue, dark green,charcoal gray, and red. Vulnerable parts of the body are the bones and joints(especially the knees), teeth, and skin. Though sensitive skin, allergies, and broken bones aretheir most likely complaints, worrying too much can also result in physical problems.The garnet is Capricorn's birthstone. This gemstone is believed to keep its wearersfrom accidents and falls. In some ancient societies garnets were worn only byroyalty. Capricorn flowers include the camellia, orange blossom, carnation (red),baby's

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Aquarius As the eleventh sign of the zodiac, Aquarius represents the eleventhstage in the evolution of man and his place in the universe. In Aquarius, theindividuality of man so carefully nurtured in Leo, now becomes part of the greater spectrumof society as a whole. Capricorn sets up the structure and rules of society, andAquarius takes on the role of making the organizations of society function as the people-oriented institutions they were intended to be. Aquarians are the original"organization men" of the zodiac. Their societal orientation, loyalty, fairness, and objectivenature are reasons why they tend to attract many friends and acquaintances in life.Though they are not above wanting to live well, many Aquarians are more interestedin people than they are in amassing great wealth or taking on the responsibilities thatinvariably

accompany such a life style. When they cannot afford some luxury, theyrationalize why they didn't need it in the first place. Aquarians are stubborn and resist changing their opinions or acceptingnew ideas that they do not like or with which they do not agree. Big changes in life areaccepted as a challenge, but small changes that throw off their plans are nottolerated very well. The astrological symbol for Aquarius is the figure of a man pouringwater. The water is seen as mankind's collective consciousness. It depicts Aquarians asdisseminators of the spirit of humanity. Many Aquarians, in tune with their celestialheritage, are idealists who champion the highest principles to which humanity canaspire. However they are also extremely independent thinkers. When confronted withauthoritarian demands or dogmatic principles to which they do not subscribe, theyrebel. They may hesitate to take the initiative at times, but once they decide a situationor idea is

worthwhile, they become involved and aggressive in pushing it forward.They don't mind being asked to do something but they resent being told to do it. Thosewho want to gain their favor will help share the work load without being asked. Aquarians react to everything they experience in life with anintellectual orientation. Before they take physical action, before they assess thepractical worth of something, and before they sort out their true emotions, they try tovisualize it objectively as a kind of mental exercise. In relationships, theirintellectual approach makes them appear interested but not particularly passionateor possessive. It does not necessarily mean they really lack passion. When they dofocus their feelings, their passion can be as intense as it is inspirational. The modern ruler of Aquarius is Uranus, planet of the unorthodox andeclectic mentality of mankind. The ancient ruler of Aquarius is Saturn, planet ofrestriction and structure. Such different characteristics seem to directly

contradict one another, but a close look at the Aquarian personality shows that both planets co-exist in a strangely compatible way. Aquarians demonstrate association withUranus by being unpredictable. Saturn¹s influence gives them stability. The twoinfluences generally mean that when Aquarians suddenly change course, or do somethingunpredictable, they are not likely to be acting on a whim or a bet but for some verypractical or advantageous reason. They favor the unique as well as the traditional.Sometimes they are either so involved with the past (history and antiques) or so tunedin to the future (spaceships and neon clothes) they lose track of the present.Exhibiting the stability of Saturn, they may live unvaried, even boring lives; feelingvery comfortable and secure in such an unchanging, stable environment.Sooner or later however, they are apt to encounter circumstances that make it hardfor them to know

what they will be doing next. They often adopt life styles and ideasthat are counter to current trends. The odd and unique fascinate them, and they arerarely caught off guard by abnormal situations and strange people. Aquarians are good eaters but may not care what's on the menu. Mostof them are indifferent cooks. As long as they can participate with a partner, or aspart of a team they are enthusiastic about sports and, as a result, may not havetrouble keeping physically fit. When left on their own however, they become lazy andreluctant to engage in what to them is a lonely series of exercises with which theyquickly become bored. Broad jumping, camping, ballooning, tennis, swimming, racquetball,and baseball are some of their favorite activities. Science and engineering,international finance, writing, music, psychology or social work are areas of special interest toAquarians. Aquarian colors are silver, aqua, and purple and the more electricshades of pink and

blue. Vulnerable parts of the body are the shins, ankles, and circulatorysystem. Cramps, allergies, sudden illness and freak accidents are commonAquarian complaints, though they may also suffer from various nervous disorders. Thebirthstone for Aquarius is amethyst. This gem is believed to confer stability andmental poise on those who wear it. Flowers for Aquarians are the more unusual blossomsand include the gladioli, tiger lily, trillium, bird of paradise, and jack-in-the-pulpit. -------------------------------

Pisces As the twelfth sign of the zodiac, Pisces represents the twelfth andfinal stage in the evolution of man and his place in the universe. Here, the desire is touse all that has been learned and assimilated in order to gain perfection; ofman as an individual and humanity as a whole. This perfection leads man to hisrightful place in the universe. Though not all Pisceans occupy their time with such loftyaspirations as

attaining their rightful place in the universe, the notion of perfection isa strong factor in their personality. They find it difficult to deal with people andsituations that do not live up to their idealized images. It isn't that they can'tsee things clearly, they just don't want to accept things as they really are. Seekinggreater perfection than the real world is capable of producing, they often turnto religion or other spiritual and philosophical disciplines. Pisceans readily adapt to change. This trait is a strength because it is asurvival mechanism, and a weakness because it makes them vulnerable to thedemands and influence of other people. In spite of their sensitive personality anddelicate physical constitutions, most Pisceans are survivors. Their adaptabilityallows them to outlast those who may be much stronger. Because they so readilyidentify with the feelings of others, and willingly adapt themselves to different peopleand changing

circumstances, they risk the exploitation or loss of their own needs,ideas, and talent. The opposite side of the coin is that adaptability also allowsPisceans to gain personal power over those they understand so well and turn it totheir own advantage. The fish is the astrological symbol for Pisces. The fish ispictured as a double figure seen to swim in either direction. This represents theultimate Piscean choice; either to be strong and overcome weakness inherent in theirsensitive nature, or to become the victim of this acute vulnerability. Pisceans react emotionally to everything they experience in life. Beforethey take physical action, before they sort out the practicality of what they aredoing, and before they reason things out intellectually, they give in to theirfeelings. Compassionate and fair-minded, they are not at all afraid to bendunbreakable rules if the situation demands a more humane approach. They make excellentjudges, sensitive

administrators, and inspirational teachers. Their surplus of emotionsimplies an addictive nature, and thus it is necessary to avoid habit-forming drugsand other substances. To maintain their emotional equilibrium, they need a privatespot or at least a private time for daily retreat and relaxation. The mostcreatively stimulating and soothing environment for Pisceans is near water, preferably theocean. The modern ruler of Pisces is Neptune, planet of the spiritual andsensitive qualities in man. Ancient astrologers assigned Pisces Jupiter, a planet alsoassociated with spirituality as well as thirst for knowledge and understanding. Theseplanets represent similar traits and both of them influence Pisceanpersonalities. They are idealistic, sensitive, and love to play martyr. They are often shy andwould much rather impersonate someone else than be themselves. That's why somany are actors, artists, writers, and dreamers. Their association with elusive Neptune

makes it hard to predict how Pisceans will develop. Some of them are neat and wellorganized, while others become slovenly and careless. Personal habits are often a directreflection of emotional reactions to their environment. Their imaginations arelimitless, an ability that makes them successful writers of fiction or turns them intopathological liars. Unique ability to understand the abstract can make them giftedmathematicians and theorists, or it can put them so out of touch with reality that theymake no sense at all. As if to directly confront their own vulnerability, many Pisceans aredaredevils and risk-takers, becoming race car drivers, aviators, explorers, and hunters.Their emotional nature can make them compulsive eaters who face a lifelongbattle of the bulge. Sports and physical fitness routines are a good way for them tokeep in shape as well as reduce their emotional stress. Horseback riding, dancing,

skating, swimming or sailing are favored activities. Piscean colors are pale green, purple, rose, and gray-blue. Vulnerableparts of the body are the feet and lymphatic system. Swelling, allergic reaction todrugs, and sore feet are common complaints, but their emotional nature can also makethem vulnerable to psychosomatic illness. The Piscean birthstone is the aquamarine. Thesea-colored aquamarine becomes invisible when submerged in water. This is anappropriate representation of the shy Pisceans who often wish they could disappearas easily. Flowers for Pisces are the orchid, lilac, wisteria, water lily (lotus),poppy (white), and pansy.