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2. Magazines, websites, and newspapers use
sun-sign astrology as the basis of their
horoscope readings because it is the simplest
form of astrology.
Because sun-sign predictions/horoscopes
are based only on the location of the sun on
a specific date, the predictions/horoscopes
are typically general and very vague.
Sun-sign horoscopes can be so vague that
one could relate to most of the predictions
for signs other than his own.
By: Savannah Ranta
3. In astrology, each astrological sign
has its own set of good and bad
personality traits.
According to sun-sign astrology;
two people who share the same
sign will also share certain
personality characteristics.
By: Savannah Ranta
4. Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac.
Represented by the ram, Aries make great
leaders as they naturally like to take charge;
fearlessly moving ahead into unknown
territory.
Aries individuals are curious and energetic,
they love delving into many different things;
however, they become bored easily so they
have a tendency to leave things unfinished
as they move on to the next exciting thing.
Like a Ram, Aries have a lot of energy. They
are restless, headstrong, quick tempered,
and at times argumentative. They have a
tendency to hold grudges.
In any relationship, Aries are magnetic and
intense. Aries prefer friends and lovers with
a strong personality, but only if they can
handle the fact that Aries is always in the
lead.
Aries is a fire sign
Fire symbolizes passion, energy,
impulse, enthusiasm,
inspiration, idealism, faith. Fire
signs are the leaders and the
cheerleaders of the zodiac. They
provide us with much needed
inspiration, motivation and
creative energy.
By: Savannah Ranta
5. As the second sign of the zodiac, Taurus
individuals are stable, conservative, home
loving, and very loyal to the ones they love.
Represented by a bull, a Taurus will almost
never lose course no matter what chaos goes on
around them.
The Taurus personality is easily recognizable as
they are reliable and steady, rarely getting
upset or angry. However; if pushed too far, a
Taurus individual can turn into a “raging bull,”
and once that happens, it is hard to calm them
down.
A Taurus individual is very stubborn; in fact,
Taurus is the most stubborn of all the signs.
Once he forms an opinion, nothing will change
his mind.
A Taurus has a tendency to be over-indulgent.
Liking the finer things in life; however, they
tend to be good with money, slowly building
wealth.
Taurus is an Earth sign.
Earth represents practicality,
stability, materialism, realism.
Practical and dependable, earth
signs provide the resources
necessary for the functions of life.
There is usually a deep affinity with
nature. Earth signs are the builders
of long-lasting structures.
By: Savannah Ranta
6. Gemini, the third sign of the zodiac, is
represented by twins because of their dual
nature. Gemini’s are witty, communicative, and
charismatic; having a child-like fascination
with new experiences and people.
A Gemini knows a little something about
everything, making them great
conversationalists. They love learning new
concepts and ideas; even more importantly,
they love talking about them.
Gemini’s are intelligent and logical; however,
they have a lot of nervous energy which causes
them to be always on the go. They can
multitask between several interests, making
them seem flighty or even detached.
The dual nature of a Gemini makes it difficult
for them to stick with any one thing, as they
change their minds often. They may have a
hard time with concentration as their minds
are constantly flowing with ideas and thoughts.
Gemini is an Air sign.
Air symbolizes mental
processes, language, intellect,
reason, human communication
and social relationships. Air
signs provide the ideas that
make things happen.
By: Savannah Ranta
7. Cancer is the forth sign of the zodiac.
Represented by a Crab, Cancer individuals are
deeply emotional on the inside, but on the
outside they appear smooth and confident.
A Cancer’s first love is their family, as they are
nurturing and caring and they aim to create a
comfortable and safe environment to live. The
Cancer personality often comes off as moody,
sulky, and irritable for no apparent reason to
everyone else.
A Cancer finds comfort in retreating to their
“shell” (home) after a long stressful day. A
Cancer is strongly rooted in the past, holding
on to mementos and thinking about his
childhood.
Because emotions run so deep in a Cancer
individual, if they are hurt, they retreat to their
“shell” and won’t come out for some time;
however, they are also generous and kind to
others.
Cancer is a Water sign.
Water symbolizes emotion,
mysticism, and intuition.
Water signs are the
“feelers,” the nurturers, the
caretakers.
By: Savannah Ranta
8. Leo is the fifth sign in the zodiac.
Represented by a lion, the Leo individual is
ambitious, independent, loyal, and
confident. They have a very warm and
generous spirit.
They like to make the lives of the people
around them as comfortable as possible, as
long as they are appreciated for all that they
do; if they don’t get enough appreciation
they can become bossy and stubborn.
Leos are very sensitive to criticism and once
they are scorned, they hardly forgive. If their
ego gets too big they can be extremely
unpleasant to be around, becoming arrogant
and boastful.
Leos love being the center of attention, and
thrive on admiration from other people.
One of their worst faults is that they know
best on all matters.
Leo is a fire sign
Fire symbolizes passion,
energy, impulse, enthusiasm,
inspiration, idealism, faith.
Fire signs are the leaders and
the cheerleaders of the zodiac.
They provide us with much
needed inspiration, motivation
and creative energy
By: Savannah Ranta
9. Virgo is the sixth sign of the Zodiac.
Represented by a woman (typically a virgin),
a Virgo individual is down-to-earth, very
practical, reliable, industrious, and has very
high standards.
The Virgo personality is a complex
combination of intelligence, common sense,
attention to detail, and strong sense of
responsibility, especially toward family.
Although Virgos are considered organized,
their homes may be messy. Virgos strive for
perfection in all that they do, and if a task is
incomplete or not perfect to their standards,
it is on their mind for some time.
Virgos can be over-critical of others yet they
can’t take criticism themselves. They are
very aware of their body, and dislike
comments about their weight or other flaws.
Virgo is an Earth sign.
Earth represents practicality,
stability, materialism, realism.
Practical and dependable, earth
signs provide the resources
necessary for the functions of life.
There is usually a deep affinity
with nature. Earth signs are the
builders of long-lasting
structures
By: Savannah Ranta
10. Libra is the seventh sign of the Zodiac. Libra
is the only sign not represented by a person
or animal, instead they are represented by a
scale; unconsciously seeking balance and
serenity in their lives.
A Libra is a charming, sociable, and refined
individual who dislikes violence and
injustice. They can see both sides to an issue,
but their need to please everyone makes
them seem indecisive and uncommitted.
Libras have a habit of sugar-coating; they
like to be tactful, and keep things
harmonious. They have a strong sense of
wrong and right, and dislike confrontation.
They are the peacekeepers of the Zodiac.
Libras appreciate beauty and usually have a
tasteful wardrobe or hairstyle. They may be
considered flirtatious, and have a tendency
to gossip; but they love learning about the
people around them.
Libra is an Air sign.
Air symbolizes mental
processes, language, intellect,
reason, human
communication and social
relationships. Air signs
provide the ideas that make
things happen.
By: Savannah Ranta
11. Scorpio is the eighth sign of the Zodiac.
Represented by a Scorpion, Scorpios are
complex, intuitive, intense, and determined.
They give life their all – no matter what.
Scorpios are known for their directness,
mental focus, and critical assessment. Don’t
ask a Scorpio anything if you don’t want to
know the unvarnished truth; they don’t
sugar coat anything, which can easily hurt
other people.
Scorpios are most comfortable when alone
or with a small circle of family and friends.
This sign does not actively seek the company
of others, as Scorpios are very self-reliant.
Scorpios don’t usually turn to others for
advice, instead they look to themselves for
the answers. Scorpios are know for their
penetrating eyes that can make others feel
uncomfortable (think Charles Manson).
Scorpio is a Water sign. Water
symbolizes emotion,
mysticism, and intuition.
Water signs are the “feelers,”
the nurturers, the caretakers.
By: Savannah Ranta
12. Sagittarius, The Archer, is the ninth sign in the
Zodiac. Sagittarius individuals are easy-going,
free-spirited, optimistic, and born to explore.
They are considered the Traveler of the Zodiac.
Although never malicious; Sagittarius often
suffer from foot in mouth syndrome, as they
give honest assessments in situations where
tact would serve better, and then they dance
away merrily not thinking about the impact of
what was said on others.
Sagittarius individuals value their
independence, and love doing anything outside.
Typically optimistic, they see the bright side of
everything.
The child-like, reckless, and spontaneous
manner can cause obvious problems in some
Sagittarians; but most of the time if they do fall
down, they are quick to dust off and cheerfully
jump to the next adventure.
Sagittarius is a fire sign
Fire symbolizes passion,
energy, impulse,
enthusiasm, inspiration,
idealism, faith. Fire signs
are the leaders and the
cheerleaders of the zodiac.
They provide us with much
needed inspiration,
motivation and creative
energy
By: Savannah Ranta
13. Capricorn is the tenth sign of the Zodiac.
Represented by a Sea-Goat, Capricorns are
hard-working, stable, ambitious, and goal-oriented.
On the outside, they are cool, calm,
and collected; however, when their power or
authority is compromised, they think
irrationally and make flawed decisions.
To others, a Capricorn might seem arrogant,
unfriendly, and stale as far as humor goes;
inwardly however, Capricorns happen to be
quite warm, witty, and sympathetic towards
others.
Capricorns outlook is usually rigid, and once
they form a point of view, they are usually
stubborn in their belief despite evidence to
prove the contrary.
Capricorns are uncomfortable in new
situations, and they approach everything with
caution and suspicion.
Capricorn is an Earth sign.
Earth represents practicality,
stability, materialism, realism.
Practical and dependable, earth
signs provide the resources
necessary for the functions of
life. There is usually a deep
affinity with nature. Earth
signs are the builders of long-lasting
structures
By: Savannah Ranta
14. As the eleventh sign in the Zodiac. Aquarius
individuals are free thinking,
unconventional people who seem to dance to
their own beat. They often seek out change
from conventional boundaries and rules.
An Aquarius tends to care about the
environment, politics, and economics, and
they often act as an advocate for the less
fortunate. Aquarius individuals are kind and
accepting toward others.
Aquarians are more “head” than “heart,” and
to other people that may make them seem
detached or cold at times. Aquarius
individuals seem to have many
acquaintances, but very few close friends.
As far is money is concerned, an Aquarius
knows they need money to survive, but
would much rather resort to their creative
abilities to pay the bills instead of doing
something that makes them unhappy.
Aquarius is an Air sign.
Air symbolizes mental processes,
language, intellect, reason,
human communication and
social relationships. Air signs
provide the ideas that make
things happen.
By: Savannah Ranta
15. Pisces is the twelfth and final sign in the
Zodiac. Symbolized by two fish, Pisces
individuals are patient, spiritual, perceptive,
imaginative, and are sensitive to the feelings
of others.
When focused, Pisces can be tactful,
compassionate, reliable, and can move
mountains; however, they can display
workaholic tendencies and seem overly
materialistic, which they aren’t.
Pisces is a deeply feeling individual, so they
may pick up intuitively on other peoples
feelings, responding in a way that amazes
others.
Pisces individuals don’t usually complain,
which can cause them to keep issues bottled
up until they have to find an escape, which
for some, could be drugs or alcohol. Some
Pisceans may have a life long problem with
self medicating.
Pisces is a Water sign. Water
symbolizes emotion,
mysticism, and intuition.
Water signs are the
“feelers,” the nurturers, the
caretakers.
By: Savannah Ranta
16. Although Sun-Sign astrology is popular, the only
way to gain insight to a persons inner self and
personality traits, is to focus on all of the planets
locations on the date of their birth, not just the
sun. To get very accurate results, one should
know his or her birth time and place; typically
located on birth certificates.
The way to find out just how the locations of the
planets affect you as an individual, is to obtain a
birth chart.
To obtain your own free birth chart Click Here
By: Savannah Ranta
17. Moon signs can explain why two people
born with the same sun sign can be so
different.
While the sun represents core self through
which you find expression in the world, the
moon is the inner self that only close
companions get to see. It is the private you
that only reveals itself behind closed doors.
It is also the unguarded you, and what shows
when in crisis. In your daily life, the moon is
what you fall back on to restore your sense
of emotional security.
One of the most important relationships in
astrology is that of the sun and moon. If
someone has an ongoing tug-of-war between
the will to act and their emotions, it often
shows up there. When you understand the
importance of the Moon, you’re no longer
“in the dark.” This is valuable information
for understanding family members, friends
and romantic partners.
By: Savannah Ranta
18. • The ascendant (or rising sun) sign is the
zodiac sign that was ascending on the
eastern horizon at the specific time and
location of ones birth.
• The ascendant sign acts as the way a person
learned to present his or her self in public or
in impersonal situations. In some instances,
it can act like a shield or a mask to a persons
true self; like a defense mechanism to
unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations.
• The ascendant also has a strong weight on a
person's physical appearance and overall
health.
By: Savannah Ranta