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Astrological Birthsigns
This section has been designed to provide an insight into a general interpretation of the meaning of your astrological birthsign, along with the natural
traits associated with it. Each sign has four sub-headings, characteristics, likes/dislikes, health and career. Just click on the highlghted
link relative to your sign to go straight to it.
Aries
- Characteristics
Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, and hails the spring equinox, March 21. Thus it also hails the beginning of the new zodiacal year and,
as such, it means new beginnings. As the first sign in the zodiac, Arians want to start new projects and 'lead the way'.
The sign for Aries is the Ram, and in spring young rams are adventurous and impulsive, full of
boundless energy, just like those born under its sign. Arians love a challenge. They are pioneering and love freedom, and as such
are courageous leaders, who care for all those subordinate to them, but unswerving in their objectives. Because they like to lead, they do
not make very good followers, being unwilling to obey orders or directions for which they can see no purpose or reason. They are egoistic,
and usually very concerned with gratifying their own needs.
In personal relationships Arians are usually frank and very direct, and tend to be generous friends.
Arians are reputed to have a high sex drive and thus make passionate lovers. However, this sex drive can have a negative side and drive them to
promiscuity, and even 'trick' them into a marriage which could possibly end with disastrous results. But if the marriage is successful with
offspring, Arians make devoted parents, defending their children with their own lives if necessary.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Challenges
- Winning - at everything
- Action/adventure
- Extremes, both physical and emotional
Dislikes
- Lack of opposition
- Failure
- Time wasting/hanging around
- Health
Aries is said to govern the head and thus the brain. Consequently Arians are prone to migraines or headaches in general, sunstroke, and depression. Because of
their tremendous physical commitment they are liable to physical injury, possibly through accidents. Indigestion and nervous disorders
should also be of some concern.
- Career
Arians, with their boundless energy, make good athletes, climbers and explorers, probably in outer space in this modern age. Because of their
leadership qualities they would make excellent servicemen, i.e. soldiers, sailors, airmen etc.
Taurus
- Characteristics
The Taurean's main characteristics are strength of will, extreme determination and practicality. They are generally dependable, steadfast,
prudent, fair, firm and unshaken when faced with adversities. They are stable, enthusiastic, confident, well-balanced law-abiding
people and lovers of peace, with a strong sense of material values. Being more practical than intellectual the majority of the time, they
tend to become fixed on a theme or subject due to their preference for relying on accepted or known and proven patterns of experience.
They have a love for
the 'good things in life', luxury, pleasure, comfort, good food and the best of wines. Consequently, they may have to resist the temptation
to over indulgence and drunkenness.
In relationships they make true and generous friends, but rarely with those outside their own social status. They are amorous, but not
excessively so, and tend to be sexually straightforward, not given to experimentation in the bedroom. They are faithful, home loving
spouses and make
thoughtful, kind parents. Should anyone offend them they readily become a true enemy, although they soon forgive if their offender
makes an apology and meets them halfway.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Stability
- Comfort and pleasure
- Natural things around them
- Time to consider
Dislikes
- Disruption
- Staying indoors
- Man-made, unnatural items
- Being rushed into decisions or actions
- Health
Taurus is said to govern the neck and throat. Consequently Taureans need to beware of throat infections, goitre and debilitating
respiratory conditions such as asthma. They are also at risk of rheumatism, as well as diseases of the genitals, womb, liver and
kidneys. Since their bodies are reputed to be prone to physical laziness, Taureans are also prone to weight problems.
- Career
Taureans can succeed in almost any profession they choose. They are not afraid of getting their 'hands dirty', being industrious and
good craftsmen. They obey superiors, and as such are reliable, as well as methodical and practical workers. They prefer positions
of responsibility, but
in a routine where there are no deadlines to meet. Banking, insurance, education, medicine, chemistry, industry, architecture, farming and
surveying are professions in which Taureans could make good managers.
Gemini
- Characteristics
Gemini is the dual-aspected sign of the Twins, and as such is very complex as well as contradictory. On the one hand it produces attributes
such as versatility, but on the other two-facedness, inconsistency and slyness. Geminians are normally very intelligent and analytical from
childhood. They love mental challenges, easily grasping virtually everything requiring mental aptitude, but they dislike the labour involved in the
learning process. Their concentration does
not tend to last, and they will readily 'change horses' midstream, moving from one project to another. When faced with adversities, they
have no desire to worry about a problem or to search for a solution. Instead, they will pick someone else's brain.
Geminians can be courteous, kind, generous, and thoughtful, but despite these excellent attributes, because of their 'alter-ego', they will use their
personalities to achieve their own ends. If this involves having to tell lies, or using cunning, sly or evasive means, they will have no qualms
about it, and will unscrupulously put the blame on somebody else.
They can be entertaining companions, witty acquaintances rather than true friends, but never dull. With their love of talking they are great
conversationalists, but they can also be quarrelsome, boasters, cheats and liars.
Because of the dual aspect of their emotional nature, Geminians are fickle in relationships. They can be very emotional but at the same time
dislike any sign of sentimentality. Because Geminians take nothing seriously, in love they are flirtatious, any emotion they show being for
the 'moment' while the relationship is new. They enjoy the thrill of the chase, but tend lo lose interest once the prey has been caught.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Reading & talking
- Multi-tasking/multiple projects
- Variety
Dislikes
- Lack of mental stimulation
- Learning
- Being in a rut or being alone
- Feeling restricted/tied down
- Health
Gemini is purported to rule the upper body, including the hands, arms and shoulders, as well as the lungs and nervous system. Because of
this, Geminians should be aware of diseases which affect the upper part of the body, for example, bronchitis. As they are also known
risk-takers, they could be prone to taking unnecessary chances resulting in accidental self-harm, or injury to others.
- Career
Their general characteristics suggest that Geminians can succeed in many walks of life. Their love of talking and reading makes them
skilful at speaking and writing, so they could become debaters, diplomats, preachers, teachers, lawyers, authors, poets or journalists. Any
type of work where they can use their quick wit in different surroundings would be ideal. This encompasses serving in the armed forces, dealing
with the public or as a sales representative. Being logical, rational and analytical they would also make good scientists or possibly IT
specialists. Conversely, their 'other side' suggests
they could become confidence tricksters or thieves, at which they would probably excel.
Cancer
- Characteristics
Of all the characteristics associated with the signs of the zodiac, those relating to the Cancerian are the least clear-cut, ranging from the timid, dull,
shy, cautious and shrewd to the most brilliant extrovert. Negatively, Cancerians can be over-emotional, unable to 'let go', moody and/or
touchy. Just like a crab (or the majority of them), permanently attached to its shell, Cancerians are home loving people, the male needing
a secure base to which he can retire, the female pursuing her overwhelming maternal instincts. Cancerians are very imaginative,
sometimes over-imaginative, and thus prone to fantasy. They have excellent memories, in particular for those events which had some
strong emotional effect on them, and are able to recall the exact details years later. Outwardly, Cancerians give the impression of being tough,
sometimes physically, always mentally, but this toughness is only an outer barrier, a 'shell'. Just like the crab they have a soft inside, sympathetic and extremely vulnerable to their
emotions and uncompromising sentimentality.
Cancerians make very loyal friends and are doggedly patriotic. In personal relationships they are a mixture of toughness and softness, often
emotional and romantic, but, nevertheless, remaining extremely loyal to their partners and family. They are greatly influenced by the ones
they love, giving much and asking for little in return.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Home/comfort/known surroundings
- Hobbies, including reading and writing
- Romance/love/children
Dislikes
- Failure
- Opposition
- Advice
- Health
Cancer governs the chest, breasts, elbows, stomach and digestion, womb and female reproductive organs. Cancerians are said to be
prone to breast cancer (though this is certainly not a proven fact) and to suffer from varicose veins, pleurisy and piles. They may also have a
weak digestive system, and suffer from gastritis, ulcers and other such stomach ailments. There is also a tendency for coughs and
weak vision.
- Career
Their own love of comfort and home life suits the Cancerian for a career as an excellent chef or housekeeper. They can serve in departments
of public affairs, from catering to welfare and nursing. Because they enjoy reading and writing, they can also make good journalists or
writers. More common occupations are estate
agent or gardener.
Leo
- Characteristics
Leo is the most extrovert, dominant and creative of all of the zodiacal characters. Leonians can be generous, warmhearted, creative,
faithful and loving. Conversely they can be pompous, bossy, interfering and intolerant of others. Being courageous, positive, self-confident
and independent, just like their sign, the lion, the king of the beasts, they lust for power and need to dominate in all walks of life. They are
truly born leaders, highly intelligent, and well equipped to bring out
the best from their subordinates who trust them implicitly. However, a negative Leonian can be a very 'nasty piece of work', displaying
arrogance and an excessive quick temper. When suspicious of any rivals, they will use cunning, lies or any method of trickery to discredit them.
In relationships Leonians are sincere, trusting, warm hearted and plain spoken, but dislike being let down by those they trust. They
have a particularly strong sex drive, so much so that they find it difficult to be true when attracted to the opposite sex. They may have
many love affairs, moving swiftly from one attractive partner to another, as a result of which they may not be very successful at marriage.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Luxurious, lavish lifestyles
- Speculating in new ventures
- Pomp and pageantry
- Drama
Dislikes
- Mundane day to day chores or existence
- Not taking chances
- Penny pinching, meanness
- Health
Leo is said to govern the forearms, including the wrists and hands, the upper back, spine and heart, so pains in the back, spinal complaints in
general, heart disease and blood disorders can be expected, besides rheumatism or arthritis in the hands and wrists.
- Career
Leonians need to lead - they were born for it. They are excellent organisers, and love to start new projects, laying the groundwork for
subordinates to follow. If
they come from a 'working class' background, they will aspire to becoming the foreman, and subsequently the
boss or manager. In business they may well become the chairman of a successful company; in politics they will not rest until they aspire to a top
position in government.
Virgo
- Characteristics
Virgoans are intelligent, analytical, practical and meticulous. Conversely they can be overcritical, too much of a perfectionist, fussy and
worry excessively. They have an enquiring mind, and are methodical, logical and studious, using their mental aptitude to produce
clear analyses of problems. Sometimes they may be too meticulous and over-analytical, and may slow company or personal objectives down
as a result. Outwardly they appear cold, and are
conscious of any shortcomings within their make-up. This outward lack of emotion may actually conceal too much emotion, which they are loath
to show because of their lack of trust in others. Virgo is the only zodiacal sign represented by a female, and their modesty reflects this
in that they become like an 'old maid', and criticism turns to nagging.
They have very few stable relationships, and thus make few friends. In marriage they look for a partner with a low sex-drive, as they are not
renowned for being over-passionate. This does not mean that they do not make good husbands and wives, it is simply the fact that the
physical act of love-making is more of a duty than a desire.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Orderliness/making lists
- Hygiene
- Health foods
Dislikes
- Uncertainty
- Health hazards
- Squalor/sordidness
- Sloppy work
- Health
Virgo is said to govern the hands, central nervous system, abdomen, spleen and intestines. Illnesses include chest complaints, including
catarrh, coughs and colds and pneumonia (rarer these days). Because they tend to worry, sometimes unnecessarily,
turning molehills into mountains, this makes them exceptionally vulnerable to stomach problems such as ulcers, and may even lead to
hypochondria. Male Virgoans could have trouble with their sexual organs.
- Career
Due to their lack of self-confidence, Virgoans make better subordinates than leaders, although they make excellent technicians with their
inventive talents. They like using language - correctly, so might suit a job in a library. Alternatively, they might become writers,
particularly of historical reference books as opposed to novels. Their practical, analytical minds might mean they become computer
programmers, accountants or book-keepers, or even chemists or physicists.
Libra
- Characteristics
Librans are very sociable types usually sensitive to the needs of others. They despise cruelty or viciousness of any kind, and will 'go out
of their way' to keep the peace around themselves. Despite this, however, they do not tolerate anyone who challenges their opinions,
when they believe they
are right. They are basically kind, gentle, moderate, well-balanced types, but they are curious and can tend to search for 'gossip' in their
circle of friends. Libra is the only inanimate sign of the zodiac.
In their personal relationships they will endeavour to resolve any differences by compromise rather than spoil a friendship. They like the opposite
sex, sometimes to the extent of promiscuity. Their marriages stand a good chance of success because the kindness shown
toward their partner, even tolerating their failings, quickly repairs any hurt felt by him or her if they have had an argument. Negatively,
Librans can be flirtatious and shallow, indecisive, and boring. Love for the good things in life can lead them to squander money or to
become gamblers.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Kindness/gentleness
- Sharing
- The finer things in life
Dislikes
- Injustice
- Violence/brutality
- Health
Libra is said to govern the lower back, kidneys and lumbar region generally. Consequently, Librans should be aware of possible weakness
in the back, and definitely avoid over-indulgence in alcohol as this can damage the kidneys. Librans are also prone to suffer from gravel and
stones in the kidneys and bladder.
- Career
Librans have an aversion to any dirty type of work, such as refuse collection and gardening. Their characteristics intimate that they would
make excellent diplomats (being well-balanced and seeing other people's points of view), civil servants, administrators or lawyers. Similarly, being
trustworthy types, they could follow a successful career in banking or finance.
Scorpio
- Characteristics
Scorpio characters are powerful, passionate, forceful, intuitive and magnetic. Conversely they can be resentful, obsessive, secretive,
obstinate and jealous. If they appear to be calm and collected, don't be fooled - they are ready to burst into action at any
moment, always watching every situation closely. They have tremendous self-discipline, but this is needed since they can be extremely sensitive,
and moved by emotions. Providing they stay on the 'straight and narrow', Scorpios can become geniuses, but should they stray from it
they would make terrible ruthless terrorists, as they would develop a tendency to depravity, collecting vices such as aggression, sadistic
behaviour, arrogance, jealousy, resentment and brutality like one would collect stamps or coins.
Scorpios make very good friends, providing their companions do not try to hold them responsible for some action or other. On the
negative side, they are very jealous, and part of their negativity is a tendency to discard friends once
they cease to be of any use to them. Scorpio, being the symbol of sex, means Scorpios are passionate lovers. They tend to use sex to
'transcend', to cross the boundary of this physical earth into the spiritual. As a result of this, debauchery is always a possibility.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Truthfulness
- Getting involved
- Persuading people
- Hidden causes
Dislikes
- Being taken advantage of
- Shallow, meaningless relationships
- Not being given the full facts
- Flattery
- Health
Scorpio is said to govern the reproductive and urinary systems, as well as the pelvic area. Consequently, Scorpios are likely to be prone to
genital ailments, as well as those of the liver and kidneys, such as stones and gravel, and ulcers and ruptures. As a consequence of
possible problems with the kidneys and liver they may suffer from boils, abscesses and piles.
- Career
Scorpios can achieve success in many employments, naturally relating as leaders to fellow workers due to their demands and unforgiving
nature. Any profession in which analysis, research, investigation and the solving of mysteries is particularly relevant, so police or detective
work, espionage, the law, or physics may be appropriate. Self-control and detachment indicate that they may become good surgeons.
Sagittarius
- Characteristics
Sagittarians are good-natured, intellectual, optimistic and love freedom. Conversely, they can be careless, irresponsible, tactless
and restless. They love to travel and explore, are ambitious and optimistic, suffering disappointment with little or no effect. They are
forthright and honest with a strong desire to see justice done at all times, and may be religious. They are strong willed,
and good at organising things. Being intuitive, they love to start new projects, but they are better at adapting things
as opposed to inventing them. On the
negative side, Sagittarians can suddenly 'blow their top' over trifling matters. They are impatient and demanding of others.
In personal relationships they are usually reliable and trustworthy. They can also be outspoken and quickly lose patience, saying
exactly what's on their mind, which may well hurt others. In love relationships, they are 'straightforward' and conventional. If they
have a successful marriage, they will be faithful to their partners, but there is always that restlessness to wander 'nagging' at them. If the
urge to wander becomes excessive, they may waste their lives away on one frivolous pursuit after another.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Freedom and travel
- Getting to the roots of things
- Justice/legislation
Dislikes
- Being tied down, restricted
- Being bothered with details
- Sitting around kicking their heels
- Health
Sagittarius governs the hips and thighs, so there may be a tendency to suffer from ailments in these areas. They are also prone to sciatica and
rheumatism. Research shows that ancient astrologers mentioned falling from horses and injuries which can be sustained
from them and other four-legged
animals.
- Career
A Sagittarian's characteristics fit him or her for many professions. The law or politics would suit them, as would any position in
public service. Their love of travel makes them ideal travelling salesmen members of the armed forces, or even
explorers. Alternatively their intellect indicates they may become teachers.
Capricorn
- Characteristics
Those born under this sign are generally ambitious, practical, patient, disciplined and prudent. On the other hand they can be pessimistic
and tight-fisted. Being strong willed, they are very capable of persistence to ensure they meet the stringent targets they have set
themselves. But they are liable to mood swings, hence the adjective 'capricious' associated with this sign, and can be reserved and conservative,
even pessimistic when things don't go according to plan. They can also shock people who know them by some witty expression from out
of the cyan. They consider all options and possibilities before taking a course of action.
In personal relationships they often feel ill at ease, being self-centred, and wary about unknown quantities in another person.
They tend to treat casual acquaintances with respect, but when they do eventually make friends they are loyal. They dislike or distrust
the opposite sex, and when entering a relationship of this kind they ensure conditions and circumstances meet their requirements before considering
marriage. If and when they do marry, it is normally for life.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Professionalism/reliability
- Sense of purpose
- Debate/knowing what you're talking about
Dislikes
- Fantasies
- Dead-end occupations
- Ridicule
- Wild schemes
- Health
Capricorn governs the bones, skin and the knees, thus those born under this sign may be prone to fractures, sprains or other problems
with the lower limbs. Deafness, rheumatism and rickets are also possibilities, as are skin diseases such as rashes and boils.
Digestive upsets may be caused by a tendency to worry.
- Career
Men or women born under this sign are dependable workers with their 'see it through to the end' attitude, planning carefully to fulfil their own
ambitions, and with their organisational skills can work on several projects at the same time. They respect authority, but if they
come into such a position, they expect their subordinates to meet their own high standards. Suitable occupations include those
associated with money and calculations such as banking, financiers, economists etc. Anything involving long term planning is also
ideal, and because of their love of debate, a career as a politician might suit them.
Aquarius
- Characteristics
There are two types of Aquarian, the shy, sensitive type, and the lively exhibitionist, but both types share the same characteristics in different
ways. Aquarians are generally friendly people. They are loyal, honest, inventive and intellectual. On the other hand they can
be detached,
contrary, unpredictable and unemotional. They are also strong willed, and always seek honesty, willing to change their views if new
evidence proves them to be wrong. They are unbiased when hearing both sides of an argument. They are intelligent, logical and
intuitive. Even though Aquarians dislike loneliness, they often withdraw into themselves, only for this temporary withdrawal
to be followed later by a sudden outburst of anger.
Despite their open, friendly personalities, Aquarians find it difficult to establish friendships, as a result of which others see them as being 'cold' and
stand-offish.
However, once the ice is completely broken, they do make excellent friends. The same applies to relationships with the opposite sex, for
having found a suitable partner they will be faithful and willing to sacrifice everything for him or her. Emotionally they are often disappointed
because their own ideals cause them to expect more.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Planning
- Contemplating the past
- Fun with good friends
- All good causes
Dislikes
- Being lonely
- Dead end occupations
- Broken promises
- Health
Aquarius is said to govern blood circulation, and the whole of the lower legs, so Aquarians are prone to problems in the knees and ankles,
including cramps. They may also suffer from nervous complaints, and anything related to blood disorders.
- Career
Aquarians are at one with nature, so a career in natural history would suit them ideally. With their caring attitude a career in medicine or
healing is also appropriate, possibly as a veterinary surgeon. With their thirst for knowledge, a career in the sciences could also figure strongly,
as could one in the technological world.
Pisces
- Characteristics
Pisceans are sensitive types, imaginative and intuitive, compassionate and sympathetic. Conversely, they can be secretive, weak willed
and easily led by others. They often withdraw into a dream world, and wait for a problem to sort itself out rather than trying to solve
it themselves. However, they 'pick things up' quickly, see and listen well to others, and are open to any new ideas. Their dislike of being
confined gives them a love of nature, and a longing to travel to distant places. They also tend to be gifted artistically, and are very
creative.
They quite happily accept the people around them, and give far more than they get in return in any relationships. They are not noted for
extremes in sexual relationships, preferring a spiritual relationship rather than a sexual one. Nevertheless, when married they are home
loving and loyal partners, remaining ever faithful.
- Likes/dislikes
Likes
- Dreaming
- Solitude
- Mystery
Dislikes
- Criticism of themselves
- Uncertainty/feeling 'lost at sea'
- Being confined
- Health
Pisces governs the lymph glands, liver and feet, so consequently Pisceans can suffer from anaemia, boils, ulcers and other skin diseases.
They could also be prone to gout and lameness. The female of the species, can expect to have heavy periods.
- Career
Pisceans are 'followers' so work better in subordinate positions rather than any where they have to take responsibility. Consequently,
charity work would suit them, as would a caring position for people or animals. Their dreams of travel may equip them for duties in the
armed forces or the merchant navy. Their spiritual characteristics could well fit them for a position in the church or possibly in the psychic
world as mediums.
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