Personality Profile, Leo with Pisces Rising and Moon in Piseces

I met an interesting woman today. I was struck by the glory of the combination of apparently disparate things. I saw in her a really, really, really rich hippie. And that's something I never expected to see. She had this new age, flowing, spiritual wonder about her and at the same time I was nearly blinded by the bling on her watch. She was onstage and had a great presence, connected well with the audience and obviously has a brilliant mind. I was intrigued.

And so in conversation with her after her performance, astrology came up. Due to the new age side of her, she knew her chart well and let me know she is a Leo with moon and rising in Pisces. I've got a fair bit of experience with fire-water combinations. And I've got to say she seemed to be the best integrated I've met to date. I'm going to attribute that to her dedication to serving her life purpose.

So basically the love of flashy, sparkling, center stage glory of Leo has been tempered by the connecting, soulful, flowing glory of Pisces. And she carries it well. I could feel the integration of opposites in her. A fascinating person, both in her honoring her Leo desire to be in the spotlight and in using the spotlight to serve a Piscean dream. I just wouldnt want to piss her off.

International Astrology Day

International Astrology Day is celebrated on the first day of spring. Astrology is the oldest representation of western culture through a symbolic system. The first day of spring is also the beginning of the astrological calendar and as such can be considered the Astrological New Year.

This day is also celebrated in many other cultures. Iranians celebrate their new year, it is the beginning of the Baha'i faith's calendar and it is a public holiday in Japan, Vernal Equinox Day.

Happy Astrological New Year!

Welcome to Aries - Happy Astrological New Year!

Happy Astrological New Year! Today brings the Spring Equinox and we welcome the start of Aries, the first sign of the zodiac.

Aries are feeling a bit challenged at the moment with Venus in retrograde in Pisces. The water influence of Pisces, douses Aries fire to a degree causing some chaos and giving impulsive Aries an opportunity to take a break and regroup. With all the flaming balls you are juggling this may not be easy. The wisdom you will gain will make it worth it.

For the rest of the signs, welcome to the impulsive, aggressive, instigating, get 'er done time that is Aries. In Aries we celebrate the strengths of childhood - creativity, ingenuity, persistence and boundless energy. And have the chance to avoid the pitfalls or at least learn from them. Aries is always a wild and crazy ride. Learn to enjoy it!

Characteristics of Sagittarius - Its Sagittarius Season

This is going to be a bit more free form than my usual blogs. This is running more off of recent experience than professional knowledge. Its Sagittarius season, no not their time of year, just Sagittarius season. I find that new people I meet tend to come in groups by sign. Last month there were Geminis everywhere I turned. Now the season has changed and it Sag time. So let's discuss Characteristics of Sagittarius as evidenced by recent example.

Characteristics of Sagittarius - Freedom Loving
Sagittarius is fun. They like fun, they like fun people and they know how to get fun done. They like the freedom to have their fun where they find it. Its an interesting transition from the freedom of Sagittarius to the restriction of Capricorn. Often when people discover a new side of themselves they over do it. Maybe its also that way in this transition. Sagittarius is so wide and free roaming that the next evolution is extremely fixed and immovable.

Characteristics of Sagittarius - Knowledge Loving
Whether it is a search for the origins of the universe, a love of history, a desire to learn about themselves or a curiosity for learning about a new person, Sagittarius loves new knowledge. They are the constant mental adventurers of the zodiac.

Characteristics of Sagittarius - The Charmer
The aforementioned love of knowledge makes Sagittarius the perfect conversationalist. They always have something to talk about. Attentive, fun and interested they are able to easily win people over and have a natural talent for the social graces. A Sagittarius can make you feel like the most special person in the world. And you are. Until they are talking to the next most special person in the world, which leads to....

Characteristics of Sagittarius - Inconsistent
Whether it's that they say they are going to call or they make plans to get together or things a bit more serious, Sagittarius can leave a bit to be desired. One just disappeared never to be seen or heard from again. However, the other Sags of the season had a frighteningly consistent tendency among them to be inconsistent. From dropping off the radar and resurfacing without thinking anything of it, to indignant text messages wondering where I've gone when they haven't been responding for a week... the Sags seem not to have noticed their joint propensity for not doing what they say they are going to do.

Astrology - The Life Cycle of the Signs

Astrology - Signs as Ages in Life Cycle

Astrological Signs can be associated with different stages in the human life cycle. Starting with Aries and moving in order thru to Pisces, each sign represents a progressive age in human development.

Aries - The Child

As the first sign in the zodiac, Aries starts off the cycle of human life with childhood. Aries personifies the child from age 0-7. Inquisitive, learning, brilliant, loving, impatient, persistent, clear about what they want and confused about why they shouldn't have it. An Aries expects what they want with all the certainty of a child who has just spotted the golden arches and knows french fries are right over there. There's no good reason for a no. Aries and children know this.

Virgo - Middle Age

Virgo represents the beginning of middle age. We move from the happy go lucky ways of our youth into the deliberated choices of middle age. We become aware of our mortality and this leads to a more discerning thought process. Virgo focuses on giving as we begin to realize at this age that what you give is far more important than what you get. Personifying the transition from 42-49, Virgo brings more consideration and planning to prepare for further aging.

Pisces - The Transition to Death

Pisces as the last sign in the zodiac represents old age. A go with the flow attitude in recognition that life has a way of moving on typifies this sign. A connection with the spiritual, less from a dogma standpoint and more from a preparing oneself for death is also indicative of Pisces. They love, they care, they feel and they want you to feel with them. Pisces is a loving connecting sign. As we move toward death we realize love is really all that matters and Pisces brings this to the forefront.

Pisces 101 - Basic Astrology

Every Astrology sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Pisces.

Pisces - Positive Traits

As the third water sign, Pisces lives in the flow and will flow with an person, experience or challenge that comes along. They run on faith, whether mystical or religious, believing is what Pisces do best. This belief combined with their emotional connection gives them a sense of easy connection that allows them to be very compassionate and caring. Pisces are intuitive, agreeable, captivating and engaging making them the perfect companion.

Pisces - Challenging Traits

The downside of all this companionable glory is that in their desire to please Pisces can utterly lose themselves. This same motivation will lead them to lie with reckless abandon. They want to go along with whatever you want or need and so will look you dead in the eye and agree to whatever you ask. Some Pisces will then blissfully ignore their commitment to you once no longer in your presence. Others will avoid you so as not to make any commitments. Bottom line Pisces has no backbone and suffers the consequences. Sometimes when they become overburdened by their inability to say no, they lash out with vicious maliciousness and you get to pay the price too.

Aquarius 101 - Basic Astrology

Every Astrology sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Aquarius.

Aquarius - Positive Traits

Aquarius is an original thinker. Destined to fight for the great causes of the world, Aquarius is a humanitarian. Above almost all else, Aquarius values friendship and the hardwon friends they have accquired along the way. Aquarius is always friendly and cordial however even they can have a limit.

Aquarius - Challenging Traits

Typical of Air signs, Aquarius can be very disconnected with their feelings and generally seem to be a lost soul. Some of this comes from their judgments about themselves and some of it comes from being afraid of what's out there. An Aquarius' love of being "different" can lead to a sense of isolation from mankind and loneliness that is hard to fill.

Capricorn 101 - Basic Astrology

Every Astrology sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Capricorn.

Capricorn - Positive Traits

Focus is a Capricorn strong suit. they see the goal and march toward it with a relentless precision that is unmatched in any other sign. Probably the closest is Capricorn's opposite, Cancer which applies the same studiousness to never being left alone. Another Capricorn strength is hard-work. They aren't afraid of it, they don't avoid it and they are among the few people who truly understand the benefit of it.

Capricorn - Challenging Traits

That single focus can be amazing, in a relationship, when you are the center of a Capricorn's attention. Unfortunately, that neither lasts forever nor lasts very long. Capricorn without fail will resort to being work focused. It is what they know and what gives them the security the so desperately need. Also while lost in their work, they can abandon relationships completely when they are committed heart, body, mind and soul to the company cause leaving them disconnected from their loved ones

Sagittarius 101 - Basic Astrology

Every Astrology sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Sagittarius.

Sagittarius - Positive Traits

Sagittarius is creative, motivated and flexible. If there are things to be accomplished and tasks to get done a Sagittarius will go Go GO! until its handled. Sagittarius is social and a natural Networking God. They connect with people, enjoy people and are definite talkers.

Sagittarius - Challenging Traits

The problem with all that Go!-ing is that the things to get done get more attention than the people in a Sagittarius' life. This can really strain their relationships despite their social and networking savy, leaving them disconnected from deep meaningful interaction. They are actually better suited to a short term networking situation that only requires a small burst of connecting. Their flexible changeable nature comes out on the dark side of their character as inconsistent, flighty and unreliable.

Scorpio 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Scorpio.

Scorpio - Positive Traits

Scorpio is often called the most powerful sign in the zodiac. Their deep and intense scrutiny of themselves and the world is the cornerstone of their power. Scorpio derives its magnetism from a connection to their own hidden depths. Once these emotions are engaged, Scorpio has unswerving dedication. Adaptable, driven with great endurance and clever Scorpio is the perfect ally.

Scorpio - Challenging Traits

Of course on the flip side, what makes for a perfect ally also makes for a deadly enemy. Just don't piss off a Scorpio - ever. They never forgive an injury and work (albeit silently and stealthily) for vengeance at any cost. And they usually succeed as they focus all that intellect, drive and endurance into making your life hell. Another downside to Scorpio is their penchant for intensity. This leads them to live life in extremes and forsake restraint and moderation. While it complicates things consistently - especially in a relationship - it sure doesn't make for easy living. At least you'll never be bored with Scorpio.

Libra 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Libra.

Libra - Positive Traits

Like Taurus, Libra is rulled by Venus the planet of love and beauty. Libra takes this a bit more literally, by loving beauty. Libra is relationship driven and wants to create a bubble of social harmony both at home and with their friends. Charming, intelligent and with boatloads of good taste this is usually a piece of cake. In the few situations where it gets sticky Libra's legendary diplomacy kicks in.

Libra - Challenging Traits

The reason Libra is so good at aforementioned diplomatic relations is an ability to see both sides of any arguement. This leaves Libra often stuck weighing the pros and cons of various options leading to analysis paralysis and a major Libra fault - Indecision. Also in the pursuit of harmony Libra can lose themselves completely while negotiating for everyone to just get along, which gets Libra the label of Shallow. When Libra finally gets past all the weighing of options, they tend to be a bit judgemental too.

Virgo 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Virgo.

Virgo - Positive Traits

Ruled by the planet Mercury(like Gemini), Virgo has a quick mind. Huge quantities of data can be gathered, analyzed and the resulting conclusions found in the blink of an eye. Virgo lives to serve and wants to bring value to every person in their life. Driven by a quest for perfection, they seek to constantly improve themselves and the world around them.

Virgo - Challenging Traits

The analytical perfectionist tendencies of Virgo are lethal when turned against humans instead of data. Most people have struggles dealing with the level of criticism that a Virgo generates, creating strain in their personal relationships. Virgos are also judgmental (again similar to Geminis) and have serious trouble relating to people who are less intellectually minded than themselves. And finally Virgos are so good at seeing underneath the bark on the trees, they most definitely don't see the forest for the trees.

Leo 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Leo.

Leo - Positive Traits

Leo is the Kind of the Zodiac. Generous and kind-hearted, they make great rulers. Drawn to the spotlight, they have the taste and style to handle the red carpet with ease. They are engaging, fun and a joy to be around. Born leaders, they rule with grace and charm.

Leo - Challenging Traits

A Leo in charge is a happy Leo. A Leo not in charge is a grey cloud of disaster. Dethroned Leo resorts to moodiness, sulking and major passive aggressive tendencies when they do not have a kingdom to rule. They also tend to lose any sense of fashion and any interest in life. They resign themselves to disaster and act accordingly - like spoiled sulky children.

Cancer 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Cancer.

Cancer - Positive Traits

Cancer being a water sign is connected to the intuitive flow of the universe. They are intuitive and aware of the foibles of the people in their lives. Family oriented and very affectionate, Cancer's are the masters of home. They know how to create a space of love and comfort for their loved ones.

Cancer - Challenging Traits

The downside is sometimes Cancer can not leave their happy nest and turn into chronic homebodies. Their connection to their emotions can also lead to them being needy or co-dependent. Which in turn can lead to an obsessive compulsion about never being alone. This can be hard for a partner to deal with but a bit easier perhaps than the fact that Cancer often has a back up lined up in case their present relationship collapses. Cancer will not be alone.

Gemini 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Gemini.

Gemini - Positive Traits

Gemini is one of the family of Air signs (along with Libra and Aquarius) and as such is intellectually focused. A quick mind with a talent for wordplay and a deep respect for the best communicators throughout the ages, Gemini loves great literature. Generally torn between this intellect focused mindset and their seething emotions, Gemini's have a reputation for seeming to have two (or more) different personalities in the same body. This lends itself to them being social, fun-loving as they enjoy expressing themselves particularly thru the arts and can be quite talented.

Gemini - Challenging Traits

The challenging side of Gemini is their refusal to engage their emotions. Being so intellectually focused, they distrust emotions as being illogical. This leads to emotional disconnect and subsequent emotional explosions as their suppressed feelings rise to the surface. They can also be judgmental, particularly of other people's intellect and of people who don't know how to have fun. They also have a tendency to be sneaky and manipulative.

Taurus 101 - Basic Astrology

Every sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Taurus.

Taurus - Positive Traits

Taurus is ruled by Venus the planet of love and beauty. This means that Taurus has good taste, damn good taste even. Most accurately, Taurus can be said to have a love of luxury. This brings a great appreciation for material things and the desire to acquire them. So Taurus ends up being a bit conflicted, both wanting to work hard to get the money to buy their hearts desires and simultaneously wanting to lounge in the luxury they have created with all that hard work. The key to dealing with a Taurus is to let them do which ever of these two options they prefer, whenever they want.

Taurus - Challenging Traits

Because the biggest downside of a Taurus is their stubborn streak, its best to not draw them into head to head conflict. You will probably lose. Engaging them in discussion and providing lots of reasonable details will help your cause as long as you can get to them before they have made up their minds. Otherwise, you lose again.

Aries 101 - Basic Astrology

Every Astrology sign has its upside and drawbacks. Let's investigate Aries.

Aries - Positive Traits

Aries is the childlike sign. They are bustling with energy. Creative, energetic and dynamic, Aries thrills in the joys of living. Discovering new things and expressing their passion is just a way of life to Aries.

Aries - Challenging Traits

These same childlike tendencies show up in more challenging areas as impulsive, aggressive and impatient. Aries is ruled by Mars, the God of war, and can demonstrate this clearly in their fiery outbursts.