Zodiac or astrological signs are a somewhat controversial topic that is very popular and has been "trending" for years. Merriam Webster defines zodiac as, "an imaginary band in the havens centered on the ecliptic that encompasses the apparent paths of all the planets and is divided into 12 constellations or signs each taken for astrological purposes to extend 30 degrees of longitude." While this dictionary defines them as imaginary, some people very much believe that astrological/zodiac signs are real. Some believe that our astrological signs determine aspects of who we are and even some of our fates. I have a fair knowledge of the signs, but I don't know very in-depth detail about any of them. While my best friend raves about zodiac signs to me daily and I have yet to fully understand them, slowly but surely, I have been able to associate specific traits with the type of zodiac, and these are my opinions based on the signs that I have met in my life.
I believe that astrological signs do not have a sway on our fate or our actions, but I do think they are very fun to talk about and are very relatable. Just like most people, I like to associate myself with lots of things and I do use them as something to bond and connect with people with.
For my description, I will only be reviewing sun signs, which is the sign most people know and tell others when asked, "what is your zodiac sign?" Costar defines your sun sign as the sign that "determines your ego, identity, and 'role' in life. It's the core of who you are." All people have several signs and they are divided into four different categories: fire, earth, air, and water.
The fire signs I have met have been very passionate and aggressive people. Everything they do, they do with determination and conviction. They have short tempers and are very impatient with people, but they will protect you to no-fault, and their loyalty is like no other.
Earth signs are very paternal, calm, and grounded. They have a grasp on reality and are hyper-aware of the people around them as well as their actions and the consequences of such. They are very sentimental people and also very reliable.
The air signs I have met are very communicative and social. They adapt very well, but to a degree, this need and desire to be adaptable makes them manipulative and ingenuous. They are very logical and intellectual people, and they are always willing to have deep, stimulating conversation.
Water signs are very emotional people, driven by their heart-over-head mentality. They are very intuitive regarding how other people feel and think. They are very alluring and mysterious, and in relationships tend to be very affectionate and requiring of intimacy, in every shape and form. (I think they're the most complex signs).
I love all signs, but these are just some of my experiences with such, not specific to any single person, gender, or sexuality. I also did not include "Ophiuchus" because 1. I do not know enough about this sign and 2. with the knowledge I do know, I do not actually count it as an astrological sign.
Aries: March 21 - April 20 — Ram
They are competitive and short-tempered. They want it their way or no way. They can be very stubborn and irrational, but they are very determined. They are some of the most fun people I have ever met because of their vivacious nature. They are hilarious and know how to have a good time. Once they trust and care about you, they will do anything to protect you and keep you in their life, but once you hurt them or someone close in their life they will not take a second to think about getting you out of their life. They are intolerant of people taking advantage of their hard-earned trust and affection. They are also very independent and do not like to be confined to rules or regulations, whatever that may be whether in relationships, school, and/or work. They also tend to be very rebellious, and they are not afraid to stand up to authority. They want to be in charge.
Taurus: April 21 - May 21 — Bull
Paternal, grounded, sentimental, and emotional. They take everything to heart and are often contemplating a situation in their head, even when you don't think they are listening. They are serious people and want to make sure everyone is happy. They are very stubborn, determined people. Once they are set on something, they will make sure to follow through on that plan, whether that be deciding to stay in for the day or being committed to a significant other. They are very loyal and their trust is not to be taken for granted. You can always count on a Taurus to take care of you. They have a good grasp of the reality around them and seldom be found daydreaming. They like to think about possibilities and outcomes, but they know what is possible and what is not. Most times, this mentality causes them to doubt themselves and underestimate their abilities. They are usually afraid to go out of their comfort zone, and they like to be in control of what is around them.
Gemini: May 22 - June 21 — Twins
In my eyes, Geminis are the most intellectual signs. They have incredibly high IQs. They are very social and adaptable. They get along with most people, and they are very charismatic. They are hilarious, always have the best stories, and know how to make any situation light-hearted. They don't take much seriously and are very easy-going people, but the things they do take seriously, they are very committed to and are very passionate about. However, with all these good things in the twins' sign, they are also some of the most multi-faceted people I have ever met. To some extent, it is like they have dual personalities and it is rare Geminis will show both sides to you. If they do, they trust you very much, so do not take their trust lightly. With the fact that they are somewhat two-faced, they are able to please and get along with so many people. They have many walls up, and they will use humor to protect themselves. They also tend to use their intelligence to manipulate others.
Cancer: June 22 - July 22 — Crab
Caring, kind, emotional, sensitive, and aggressive. Some of the best people that I have ever met. They have the biggest hearts, and they wear it on their sleeves. They are afraid to be vulnerable because they're used to being taken advantage of. This can cause them to have lots of walls up, but this doesn't stop them from loving you unconditionally. They always want to make sure that you are taken care of and happy, so they'll do anything to make you so. They're the type of people to bring you your favorite coffee because they know your order by heart. They are always listening, and they remember the littlest details. What they really want is to have someone who will accept all of their love. They really want to lavish someone with their affection and gifts because they have so much to give. They can be aggressive, but that does not necessarily make them intimidating. They can be petty and unforgiving, so do not betray a Cancer.
Leo: July 23 - August 23 — Lion
Bold, loud, attention-grabbing, and determined. They love to be the center of attention, and this makes them very good entertainers. They are very outgoing, theatrical, and tend to have extroverted personalities. They love to see people smiling and happy and are usually themselves. They are very adamant about what they want and will go out of their way to go get it. They have short-tempers, are very irritable, and have little patience with stupidity. They are very passionate people and this is shown in their relationships. They value them tremendously and do whatever it takes to protect the things and people that are important to them. They are generous, optimistic, and protective.
Virgo: August 24 - September 22 — Virgin
Obsessive, secretive, allusive, detail-oriented, and overachievers. All of these previously mentioned traits make Virgos very hard-working. They want to always put their best foot forward, and they want to make sure that everything is as perfect as it can be. They can be guarded because they can be skeptical of others if they do not know enough about them. They are not easily trusting of others, but once you have gained their trust they will be much more open and straightforward. They approach situations analytically and try to find the logic in situations. They are normally very calm, gentle, and reserved people. They are very overcritical of themselves, and their expectations can be exceptionally high, so they tend to be pessimistic sometimes. They can also be overcritical of others and seem very nit-picky, self-righteous, and prideful. They are intelligent, witty, and clever people, so talking to them is always stimulating and intriguing. They will always bring a new perspective to the conversation.
Libra: September 23 - October 23 — Scales
Harmonious, the peace-makers, calm, collected, and easy-going. Libras are the people who are always avoiding conflict. They try and make everyone happy, even if it means at their expense. They're very easygoing people because they do not want to cause conflict, but also, in general, they are just very relaxed people. They struggle verbalizing how they're feeling and being completely honest with themselves though. They are more than willing to lend help to others, but they tend to run away from their problems or belittle them. Because they try not to upset anyone, they are very indecisive and find people making decisions most times. This means they are easily influenced and submissive. They are more followers than leaders, but they cooperate and listen excellently.
8. Scorpio: October 24 - November 22 — Scorpion
Passionate, sensual, demanding, motivated, misunderstood. I don't know much about this sign beside that they are very alluring people. They are very compelling because of their mysterious nature, but it's mostly because they are very guarded and defensive. They can come off as cold, so people misjudge them before interacting with them. They keep many secrets and are not trusting of the other signs. They aren't just alluring because of their mysteriousness, but their energy and vibes are very contagious. In their element, they are extroverted, social people. They are very sensual, romantic, and passionate when it comes to relationships, and they can either make really good or really bad lovers. They are very dedicated, hard-working people and will put their entire heart into what they do.
Sagittarius: November 23 - December 21 — Centaur
Curious, adventurous, loyal, hilarious, avoid conflict. They are the type of people that you want to bring to go on adventures with. They are always looking for new opportunities to learn, and they love to find new things. They are so inquisitive and so many questions. They are very straightforward people, and they don't like to waste time. They only have so much time, and they don't want to waste it on what-ifs. They would rather be spending their time asking questions like," why not?" They are fearless, brave, and bold. They are always willing to try new things. They know how to have a good time, and they like to make people happy. They respect boundaries and know when their input is needed or not. They do not like to start fights, but they will finish them.
Capricorn: December 22 - January 20 — Sea Goat
Analytical, compartmentalize things, overly rational, logical, and committed. They are always analyzing things in their minds, thinking about all different types of possibilities. They are often found lost in their thoughts, but not like daydreaming, but more like deep thought and contemplation. This inspires their curiosity, and it makes them very creative. They do a lot of self-reflection, and when faced with any form of problem they try and approach it rationally and logically. They will cast aside their feelings to solve issues, which sometimes make them seem dehumanized, unrelatable, and cold. While all of this is true, they are some of the most committed and loyal people that I know. Once they are not skeptical of you and develop feelings of care for you, they will try and protect you at all costs. They give the best objective advice because they know how to see themselves in other people's shoes as well as look at all the different options. In all of their relationships, they are very committed and make sure that their admiration and care are known.
Aquarius: January 21 - February 18 — Water-Bearer
Individualistic, skeptical, curious, and creative. They are some of the most creative and curious people I have ever met. They are always wanting to know more about the world, and they have so many questions. They are constantly exploring their options, and they're very open-minded. They are constantly wanting to learn and grow. They are very respectful of other's boundaries because they know that they wouldn't want others to impede on their own. They are skeptical of others and are very distrusting. It takes a lot to earn their trust, and even then they might not disclose everything about themselves. They come off as very reserved people at first, but once they get comfortable with you they are lowkey crazy. They value honesty and open communication. They are always open to trying new things and adventures. They are highly intelligent, and they're the type of people you have a philosophical conversation with until 3 am in the morning.
Pisces: February 19 - March 20 — Two Fish
This is my sign!
Dreamy, whimsical, emotionally-motivated, complex. With Pisces, it's like a love-hate relationship. We are idealistic, dreamy, imaginative, and creative. We are led with our hearts instead of our head, and this can get us into trouble. We often are daydreaming and thinking of what could be. It makes us very open to new possibilities and different things, but this also causes us to lose touch with reality or be disappointed by the truth. We like to make our own worlds in our heads, and when we are faced with reality we either are disappointed by it or refuse to accept that it is other than what we want to believe. We are very intuitive and are able to read people very easily emotionally. We will be there to console you and listen to you if you need a friend to listen to. However, while we're very emotionally adept, most of the time we are aloof and very oblivious, lost in our own thoughts. We are very sentimental people and trust easily and quickly. We like to keep mementos of everything that has happened in our life, good or bad, and it is hard for us to move on. We do not like major changes in our life, but we like trying new things. In our relationships, we will love you unconditionally and will give you hundreds of second chances. We want to shower you with gifts and all of our attention, but our biggest desire is for the affection to be reciprocated. As many chances a Pisces will give you, once they realize that you aren't worth forgiving anymore, they will cold, resentful, bitter, and more often than not, petty.
