The Astrological Sun Signs: The Personality of Sagittarius

Those born between November 22nd and December 21 are born under the sign of Sagittarius, the ninth of the sun signs. This astrological sign symbolizes powerful and unrelenting optimism. Sagittarius is the sign of the archer, and individuals with this trait tend to express themselves through the words "I see."

The Character of Sagittarius

If you are ruled by the sign of the archer, you may appear to flow through life untouched by hardship. Sagittarius is the sign of luck, of those people who always seem to be in the right place at the right time and know how to take advantage of the nuances of a situation. These traits tend to result in someone who is cheery and happy most of the time. Like everyone, Sagittarians have their dark side, but these moments pass quickly. You might momentarily be upset when something doesn't go your way, but you don't really dwell on it, allowing you to move forward quickly.

Sagittarius cannot be held or confined against their will. They are independent to a fault and are adventurous to the point where they can get themselves into trouble. You like to wander and hate being tied down, and you have no desire to change this. You truly believe that the grass is greener on the other side, and you'll do anything to get there.

If you're a true Sagittarius, you'll probably have the constant urge to follow knowledge wherever it may take you. You follow this knowledge through and you are always searching for wisdom. In fact, the ancients considered Sagittarius the sign of the explorer and the philosopher, and true Sagittarians are usually both.

You don't like to meddle in the affairs of others, and you expect the same courtesy be extended to you. You're not typically possessive or jealous, but your ire can be aroused if others try to impose their beliefs or values on you. "Life and let live" is a way of life for you.

There tend to be an excess of Sagittarians involved in communication careers. You can find this sign in many positions in TV stations, publishing houses, and radio stations, among other things. Most individuals born under this sign have a hearty sense of humor and are normally in high spirits. Practical jokes have some appeal, and almost all Sagittarians are wonderful storytellers and conversationalists. Many entertainers and speakers of all kinds have been born under this sign, including such gifted persons as Woody Allen, Jane Austen, Walt Disney, Bette Midler, Mark Twain, and Dick Van Dyke.

Sagittarius is one of the most versatile signs, and those falling under its influence tend to be good at many different things. If you're a Sagittarius, you're likely the Jack-of-all-Trades of the astrological world. The problem is that you're always looking for something new and tend to set off to work on a new project before you're done with the old one. You do become bored, but that's not why you move on. You are simply compelled to by your very nature.

The Sign of Sagittarius and Its Relationship With Others

Sagittarians hate to be tied down and tend to have difficulty maintaining long term relationships. This sign tends to wander and cut ties of a romantic nature, though many Sagittarians can and do become involved in profound relationships. It's simply not the norm, but it is possible.

Despite this, Sagittarius makes a good and loyal friend. They are kind and free of malice, and always willing to lend a hand when necessary while expecting nothing in return. As they hate being tied down, so they hate tying down others. There will be nothing owed to a Saggitarius, but a return favor would be appreciated by this openhearted sign.

Business relationships tend to go well while they last. If you're a Sagittarius, you tend to be clever and imaginative. You readily adapt to new ways of doing things and are willing to use all the tools at your disposal. You don't like menial tasks, preferring projects that allow you some risk. You have an innate belief in your own luck, making you willing to risk much to get ahead. Since this usually pays off, your belief is well founded.

Like the arrow of the archer, you are open, frank, and straightforward. You don't play games and you are sometimes cruel in your honesty. Most appreciate this tendency towards the truth because they don't have to spend time figuring out what you really mean. Some resent you for speaking the unvarnished truth, but this doesn't stop you from speaking it. Of course, you don't appreciate it when the shoe is on the other foot since you tend to be thin-skinned and take offense easily.

Sagittarians can be wasteful, reckless, irresponsible, and extravagant. You tend to miss appointments and deadlines and often leave tasks unfinished, mostly because you simply forgot. You can be a little shallow and have a problem making commitments. Despite all this, you're one of the most likable astrological signs. You may be unreliable, but since everyone knows that and you don't bother to hide it, you're not deceiving anyone. Others enjoy being around you, and you enjoy the company.

Cheerful, charming, and pure fun to be around, Sagittarius truly lives life. You pursue your passions and change with the wind, somehow coming out on top even against all the odds.

The Astrological Sun Signs: The Details of Scorpio

The eighth of the sun signs is Scorpio, and those born between October 23rd and November 21st are under its influence. Though Scorpio can be passionate, intense, and stubborn, there is much more to this powerful sign. Fully understanding this means looking at the many details associated with the sign of the scorpion.

The Scorpio Personality

Those born under the sign of Scorpio are typically imaginative, jealous, emotional, persistent, and unlikely to yield under any circumstances. Like the scorpion for which it is named, a Scorpio can be secretive and deadly. Drawing the wrath of a Scorpio is not usually recommended, for they will seek vengeance over even the smallest harm.

Scorpio is ruled by the planet Pluto. Pluto was the ancient god of the underworld and the dead. In an astrological sense, Pluto is the planet of birth, death, and regeneration. This planet rules both the beginning and the end, which can sometimes gives Scorpio a sense of superiority and control. This can lead to unnecessary conflict, but can be guarded against by the astute Scorpio.

Scorpio is a fixed, feminine, water sign. Fixed signs resist change and tend not to be the initiators of the world. Feminine signs are inwardly directed and tend to be strong through their own inner reserves. Water signs are intuitive, nurturing, and tend to be highly emotional. All these traits come together to create someone who is a loyal friend and lover, but tends to be high strung. They don't really like to initiate projects, but they're more than willing to finish what another starts. Their strong sense of perfectionism and resistance to change can often cause problems in relationships, but these can be overcome if the Scorpio in question is persistent enough.

The symbol of Scorpio is the scorpion. These represents poison and a fatal sting, at least in a metaphorical sense. The glyph (written symbol) of this sun sign is the stinger of a scorpion connected to what is supposed to be the human reproductive organs. Take a moment to study the glyph and you might begin to see it. This is the symbol of the phoenix, a bird of regeneration and immortality. The curved lines can also represent strong emotions, while the arrow brings a sense of practicality to the picture. So a typical Scorpio may be highly emotional, but they have the control to turn that emotion toward a singular goal. The arrow also represents those who are born with a sense of purpose or even destiny. These people are a force to be reckoned with.

The Correspondences of Scorpio

The sign of Scorpio rules the genitals and reproductive organs. Scorpios tend to be susceptible to infections of the urinary system. Some may suffer from venereal disease. Fiery and passionate, the volatile emotions of Scorpio can lead to exhaustion and ill health in many cases, so learning how to control extreme emotion is key to a long life.

Tuesday is considered the luckiest day for Scorpio, and the numbers two and four have power for this astrological sun sign. Topaz is sacred to anyone born under the sign of the scorpion as it releases occult powers and brings serenity of mind. It also protects from enemies and illness, making it doubly valuable.

Some other correspondences of Scorpio include:

• The colors of passion, including burgundy, crimson, and maroon
• Cities such as Liverpool, Newcastle, New Orleans, and Washington, D.C.
• Countries such as Algeria, Morocco, Norway, and Tahiti
• Trees such as blackthorn and any bushy trees
• Flowers such as chrysanthemum and rhododendron
• Plutonium (for its connection to the planet Pluto)
• Insects and crustaceans

Many of the details associated with Scorpio are connected to regeneration, passion, and emotion. Though full of admirable qualities, Scorpios can evoke anger in others by displaying jealousy, possessiveness, of secretiveness. The fiery and often unreasonable temper of the typical Scorpio can irritate others and drive away potential allies, so Scorpios must guard against this.

The Astrological Sun Signs: The Personality of Scorpio

Those born between October 23rd and November 21st are born under the sign of Scorpio, the eighth of the sun signs. This sign symbolizes the strongest idealism. Scorpio is the sign of the scorpion, and an individual with this trait tends to express the words "I desire."

The Character of Scorpio

Those influenced by the sign of Scorpio often have extreme personalities. This means a Scorpio is either powerful or weak, clinging or independent, cold or passionate. Either the best or the worst of human nature will be expressed, and expressed vocally and violently. Intensity is woven into the very fiber of this sign.

Scorpios are often misunderstood. If you're a Scorpio, you're likely emotion and magnetic, two characteristics that come together and allow you to exert influence (and often force) on those around you. You are strong to the point of overbearing, but you usually have only the best of intentions. Though you often appear impassive and unapproachable, you have a passionate nature and a deep spiritual strength that is often overlooked.

Unfortunately, you have a destructive side to your character that can harm you and those around you. To keep this at bay you must have an outlet for your passion. Most Scorpios channel this passion into their careers, but some choose love or even a hobby. The important thing is that you have something. Even with this outlet, however, Scorpios live with heightened emotion. This means you might be brooding, resentful, jealous, and even vengeful. On the lighter side, you are dedicated and energetic. You are driven when pursuing a goal and have more endurance than any other sign. You combine these traits as you search for the meaning to your life.

Some Scorpios are philosophical, sometimes even spiritual, and an interest in religion or even the occult often develops. You have an inborn intuition and are blessed with the ability to understand the hearts and minds of others. Most of those born under water signs have psychic abilities, but only fearless Scorpio will delve into the mysteries of the universe.

A natural curiosity drives you to look beneath the surface. There is a quality to your personality that others sometimes lack. your desire to ferret out the details make you great at researching, learning a new language, or understanding a new subject. You love to understand and learn, and will go to great lengths to make this happen.

Scorpio is adaptable and ready for anything. You have the ability to change things in your life at a moment's notice, whether this is a lover, a career, or just the way you arrange your furniture. Sometimes these changes bring you to the brink of disaster, but Scorpio has the unique ability to turn disaster to success.

Too many times astrologers focus on the domineering and destructive aspects of Scorpio. But it's important to remember that Scorpio can also be loving, generous, loyal, and even gentle. Most are idealists who only want the best for those around them, and virtually all Scorpios have an innate desire to adhere to their own high principles.

The Sign of Scorpio and Its Relationship With Others

You love deeply and passionately, but your relationships (romantic and otherwise) tend to be complicated. The real problem is that you can go from generous and affectionate to violent and unpredictable with very little warning. You're a little like the weather, only more impossible to predict. You're loyal to the end, but you can also become jealous and possessive, which ruins some of your better friendships. Things with you are all or nothing, and you're not very tolerant of shortcomings in others.

For good or ill, you never forget and you never forgive. You remember all favors done to you and will repay the when you can, but you'll also wait years to get even. You rather enjoy both extremes, and reeking vengeance is something you enjoy spending your time on. You'd never harm anyone who hasn't hurt you first, but you'll certainly hunt down any transgressors. It is advisable to avoid harming a Scorpio, for most are as deadly as the scorpion that is the symbol of this deadly sign.

You thrive on competition and have to win, but you're careful to conceal this from those you care about. You don't want to damage the pride of anyone without cause, but you can't stomach losing and will file away information for future use. Your impeccable memory helps here.

Your practical and shrewd nature makes you a formidable opponent in business and you are clever with money. You rarely spend more money that you have and you can slowly but surely amass great wealth. You do have a tendency to do things first and announce them later, which can irritate business partners. But this works for you when dealing with an opponent, because by the time he or she is aware of your intentions, it's already done.

Most Scorpios are quite controlling and need to be in charge of any situation. You probably like to be in a position of authority and resent being told what to do. This can be a problem in romantic relationships, but eventually you are able to find someone to love. This takes time, as you don't trust your heart to others easily. But once you do, you love deeply and forever.

Scorpio can be a positive force for good in the world. A true Scorpio is intense and vivid, ruled by passion in every area of your life. If Scorpio were a color, it would be a bright crimson, the color of passion.

The Astrological Sun Signs: The Details of Libra

The seventh of the sun signs is Libra, and those born between September 23rd and October 22nd are under its influence. Libra can be active, easygoing, artistic, and peaceable, but understanding this complex sun sign takes more than simply looking at a list of traits. The personality of Libra is highly dependent on the details associated with the sign of the scales.

The Libra Personality

The typical Libra is diplomatic and polished, enjoying and encouraging harmony with all around them. A social life is important to those born under this sign. Most Librans prize beauty and actively seek it out. Librais a cardinal, masculine air sign. Masculine signs are outwardly directed and strong through action. Cardinal signs are the initiators of the world, starting projects but only rarely seeing the through to completion. Those born under an air sign are intellectual, creative, and communicate well. These factors come together to create someone who has the need to act, and act quickly. These actions are usually well thought out and measured, but often ideas are abandoned into the hands of others before they can come to fruition.

Libra is ruled by the planet Venus, an ancient goddess of love and beauty. Venus rules the ideas of pleasure , art, adornment, and social pursuits. Its influence over Libra can cause a leaning towards self-indulgence and love of luxury, sometimes at the expense of others. Too much influence by this planet can result in a fickle personality and an inability to commit to a course of action.

The primary symbol of Libra is the scales. These signify balance, equilibrium, justice, and order. The glyph (written symbol) of Libra represents the scale, which exists in perfect balance. This was the ancient symbol for the setting sun and was regarded as a doorway between two worlds. The glyph is a crescent moon connected to two straight lines resting above a third line. This represents emotions bounded on either side by reasons. The line below symbolizes partnership and balance.

The Correspondences of Libra

The sign of Libra rules the lower back, the kidneys, and the buttocks. Librans tend to suffer from lower back strain and problems in the lumbar region. They can also be prone to kidney or bowel infections. Muscle strain is common, but this can usually be handled with common relaxation techniques.

Friday is considered a lucky day for Libra, and the numbers six and nine are special to most people born under this sign. Opal is associated with Libra because it grants clear insight. This stone also brings financial success, eliminates jealousy, and limits greed. The colors or romance, harmony, and refinement are usually connected to this sign.

Some other correspondences of Libra include:

• The colors blue and lavender
• Cities such as Charleston, Copenhagen, Lisbon, and Vienna
• Countries such as Argentina, Burma, China, Japan, and Tibet
• Trees such as almond, ash, and cypress
• Flowers such as cosmos, hydrangeas, and rose
• Copper and compound metals containing copper
• Snakes and lizards

Many of the details associated with Libra are connected to the ideas of balance and harmony. These are admirable qualities, but Librans do have their darker side. Those born under the sign of Libra tend to stir up negative emotions in others in situations relating to love. They are indecisive and often make a declaration of love too quickly, taking it back far too late. This angers and disappoints lovers and potential lovers. Librans also have a tendency to be fickle and faithless and should guard against committing too soon.