Full Moon in Cancer Horoscopes

It’s safety first during 2014’s first Full Moon

Jeff Jawer on the topics of horoscopes, full moon, cancer, astrology

The sensitive Cancer Moon opposing the pragmatic Capricorn Sun on January 15, 2014, is a dance between soft and hard. Inner needs dominate from the lunar side but external demands tell the solar half of the story. Both signs, though, share an interest in security. Finding ways to protect feelings while taking on the tough tasks of the world is the gift and challenge of this Full Moon. Stabilizing Saturn in Scorpio’s favorable connections with the Sun and Moon reward those who dig deeply to reveal untapped resources and unmet needs.

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

This Full Moon in subjective Cancer and your 4th House of Roots turns your attention inward. It helps you to recognize what you need to stay on the road to success. Emotional support is essential but getting it may require you to open up and expose your inner self. You usually try to avoid feeling vulnerable, but allowing this can lead to the kind of tenderness that supplies the drive required to reach your professional goals.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Tender words and imaginative ideas flow freely with this sensitive Cancer Full Moon in your 3rd House of Communication. There is a risk of taking everything too personally, but if insecurities don’t get out of hand, greater intimacy and trust will follow. A more caring way of connecting helps to overcome differences of philosophies and long-range goals. Adapting to immediate circumstances reduces stress about the future.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

This security-conscious Cancer Full Moon lands in your 2nd House of Resources to shine a light on how you handle your assets. If a financial crisis flares up, slowing down your reaction to it will help you to make a wise decision. Stabilizing Saturn’s favorable aspects to this Sun-Moon opposition helps you to resist pressure from others with patience and maturity that earns you trust and, perhaps, more money as well.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

The Full Moon in your sign lights up your 1st House of Personality. Feelings come to the surface and your reactions to people grow stronger. Putting yourself first, though, is the message of this lunation. Reliable Saturn’s favorable angle to the Sun and Moon encourages self-trust and offers the confidence needed to pursue your desires with the focus, commitment, and persistent needed to get what you want.

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)

Imagination, intuition, and enlightenment are potential gifts of this Cancer Full Moon. It occurs in your 12th House of Spirituality where you benefit from having more private time. Communing with nature and engaging in prayer, meditation, or yoga are excellent ways to gain inner strength and support. Awakening to a higher sense of purpose can give new meaning to your life and clarify a big decision about work.

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)

This emotionally charged Cancer Full Moon lands in your 11th House of Groups where it can spur a crisis among colleagues or friends. While over-reacting isn’t recommended, it’s still healthier to express strong feelings than to keep them to yourself. You’re likely to find that others are having similar responses and that your honesty can be a motivating force that brings more passion and motivation to the team.

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)

Professional matters are likely to take priority with this Cancer Full Moon in your 10th House of Career. While gaining attention and getting additional duties are possible, it seems that you need to be emotionally invested in your job to appreciate it now. If challenges arise at work, avoid making a big scene about them. Instead, take a long, hard look at the path you’re on and think about changing course if you’re not happy.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)

Visions of faraway places can make it difficult to feel settled and comfortable where you are. This emotionally charged Cancer Full Moon occurs in your 9th House of Travel. Restlessness is likely, which can be helpful if it motivates you to broaden your horizons. Connecting with people in distant locations and a sudden desire to advance your education are favorable potential outcomes of this soul stirring transit.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Relationships could grow in intensity with this emotional Cancer Full Moon in your 8th House of Deep Sharing. Demanding partners — personal and professional — challenge you to meet their needs. Deciding which, if any, are worth responding to is part of this event is about. Another side of it, though, is for you to open up and expose your vulnerability. Doing so can earn trust and greater intimacy with others.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

The cuddly and self-protective Cancer Moon opposes the Sun in your pragmatic sign. This occurs in your 7th House of Partners where it tests your ability to respond to emotional people. Being tender with others is essential to maintaining productive alliances. Their strong feelings might upset your plans, but if you’re willing to show some flexibility, current connections are deepened and new ones likely to occur.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Powerful feelings can have an effect on your work with this Cancer Full Moon in your 6th House of Employment. You could be feeling moody or insecure about your job, but the higher purpose of this lunation is to engage you more deeply in your daily tasks. You’re being pushed beyond your intellect to tap into emotions that don’t make immediate sense, but which might show you the way to happiness.

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

This could be a delicious Cancer Full Moon because it falls in your 5th House of Play, Creativity and Romance. Opening your heart can, of course, lead to some emotional excess, but it’s smarter and safer than suppressing your feelings. Finding an outlet to express yourself through love, art, and imagination is not only exciting, but can build your confidence and make you a more powerful presenter of your ideas.

Saturn

Tarotcom Staff on the topics of saturn, planets, insight, astrology

Saturn is the planet of limitations and lessons. Because he is associated with restriction, Saturn’s transits and aspects are sometimes dreaded. The truth, though, is that Saturn isn’t about punishment, he’s about karma — if you put in the work where Saturn says you need to (as dictated by his location in your Astrology birth chart), you are rewarded; yet if you neglect to listen to Saturn’s lessons, you might not like the consequences.

Saturn’s biggest spotlight-moment in Astrology comes at a person’s Saturn Return. The Saturn Return happens when Saturn returns to the exact point in the sky where it was when that person was born, which happens every 28 – 30 years. Think of the Return as Saturn’s version of Judgment Day, the time when he decides if you’ve made progress or not, and either doles out rewards, or consequences that will help move a person closer to learning the lessons that have been missed so far.

Nickname: The Taskmaster

Zodiac sign Saturn rules: Capricorn

Exalted in: Libra

House Saturn rules: 10th House of Career, Authority and Publicity

Saturn stays in each zodiac sign for: 2 1/2 years

Saturn makes a complete trip through the zodiac: once every 28 – 29 years

Saturn retrogrades: about once every year, with each retrograde lasting around four or five months

In Roman mythology, Saturn was a god that ruled over time and justice. Before the discovery of Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto (that came after the invention of the telescope), Saturn was the last visible planet in our solar system, giving it its association with limits and boundaries.

Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, January 14th

We’re tempted to withdraw emotionally today, but that won’t necessarily prevent us from being hurt. Self-protective tactics are more likely to reinforce artificial walls and increase our isolation. Although the sensitive Cancer Moon encourages caution when expressing our feelings, her stressful aspects with wild Uranus and potent Pluto can amplify nearly any drama. Thankfully, the turmoil begins to settle down after tomorrow’s Full Moon.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your irrepressible frustration may create additional problems today. However, you could discover that the obstacles you’re facing aren’t about your external world. Instead, an old fear or a memory that suddenly resurfaces dampens your confidence. But don’t try too hard to resolve the issue immediately; even if you’re able to let go of the past, it will still take a couple of days to figure out what to do in the present

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your thoughts might wander around your imagination as your fantasies grow out of control. Even if you attempt to communicate a simple idea, it becomes apparent that the actual process is not as straightforward as you wish. Don’t worry; just ride the mental waves as if you were an eagle and then tell the stories about your journey when you return

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You are eager to explain your new plan today, but the reflective Cancer Moon offers you enough wisdom to rethink a recent idea before taking it to the next level. Don’t worry if you get lost within your own mental maze now because your perceptions may be a bit fuzzy. Fortunately, your dreams are closer than they appear. Ironically, you can reach your destination faster if you slow down and take your time enjoying the scenery.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

You may be considering taking a personal holiday sometime very soon but still might want to do something by yourself today. However, even if you choose to retreat socially, you won’t likely become reclusive. You’re too enamored with others now to fully appreciate your solitude. Even if you’re unclear about how much activity to schedule into your life, be certain to leave room for the ones you love the most.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

It’s time to catch up on old business while you have the chance today. Whether you work on a project at home or take care of miscellaneous errands, you can get a lot accomplished if you concentrate on the tasks at hand. However, it’s not necessary to make a big deal about what you’re doing now; sometimes working behind the curtain is more effective than performing under the spotlight. Don’t try to please others with grand gestures; just set your priorities and get busy.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You might have to forget about gaining clarity now that mischievous Mercury is playing its trickster role. Emotions place a layer of subjectivity over your logical thinking, making critical analysis out of the question. Let your intuition guide you today, even if you don’t have all the facts yet. Contrary to what you might believe, there’s no need to struggle in your quest for the truth.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Your message isn’t as important today as you might think. It’s the ideas you don’t share that determine the course of the day as domestic interactions are complicated by unspoken feelings. Ultimately, it’s much easier if everyone is emotionally transparent because having secrets only adds to the tension now. Keep your chin up even if you believe that there is no immediate solution to your current dilemma; your satisfaction is likely being delayed and not denied.

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You could be stewing in your own emotional juices today, without any obvious way to communicate what you’re feeling. Thankfully, you’re not isolated from others; it’s just that language doesn’t seem able to convey the necessary nuances of your inner experience. Try playing a song or reading a poem to express what’s in your heart, rather than attempting to explain yourself in awkward detail. Give your inner poet an opportunity to speak and clear the air of any lingering tension.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You might like to escape from the hectic pace of today’s activities. Luckily, there’s a bit of magic in the air that enables you to cast a spell, suspending belief just long enough to slip into a parallel universe for a quick visit. If you keep up external appearances, no one will miss you while your mind is traveling to faraway places. Don’t lose your connection to the real world; luckily, you can be in two places at once.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You’re not amused today if your tight grip on reality seems to loosen. Nevertheless, it may be nearly impossible to maintain control in the outer world while letting go on the mental plane. Although this process might not be fun for you now, it’s valuable to learn that you can’t always run the show. Fortunately, your fears begin to subside when others assume more responsibilities and you can relax.

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You may feel disoriented today from your deepening emotions, but there isn’t much you can do to avoid them. Rather than tumbling down the rabbit hole without a plan, harness your passions by engaging them, instead of denying them. Thankfully, you have sufficient brainpower to do almost whatever you choose. Just don’t forget to listen to your heart.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Your creativity is on the upswing today, but there are a few roadblocks along the way if you want to make something tangible. Your imagination is activated by Mercury’s presence in your 12th House of Fantasy, but it’s still difficult to mix your artistic nature with the logical approach that’s required to get your ideas across. Relying on rational thinking could be a sensible strategy for another time, but now it’s healthier to forget about productivity and just give yourself permission to dream.

Full Moon in Cancer Horoscopes

It’s safety first during 2014’s first Full Moon

Jeff Jawer on the topics of horoscopes, full moon, cancer, astrology

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

This security-conscious Cancer Full Moon lands in your 2nd House of Resources to shine a light on how you handle your assets. If a financial crisis flares up, slowing down your reaction to it will help you to make a wise decision. Stabilizing Saturn’s favorable aspects to this Sun-Moon opposition helps you to resist pressure from others with patience and maturity that earns you trust and, perhaps, more money as well.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22)

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)

Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

This could be a delicious Cancer Full Moon because it falls in your 5th House of Play, Creativity and Romance. Opening your heart can, of course, lead to some emotional excess, but it’s smarter and safer than suppressing your feelings. Finding an outlet to express yourself through love, art, and imagination is not only exciting, but can build your confidence and make you a more powerful presenter of your ideas.

The Witches Correspondences for Tuesday, January 14th

Magickal Intentions: Courage, Physical Strength, Revenge, Military Honors, Surgery and the Breaking of Negative Spells, Matrimony, War, Enemies, Prison, Vitality and Assertiveness
Incense: Dragon’s Blood, Patchouli
Planet: Mars
Sign: Aries and Scorpio
Angel: Samuel
Colors: Red and Orange
Herbs/Plants:Red Rose, Cock’s Comb, Pine, Daisy, Thyme and Pepper
Stones: Carnelian, Bloodstone, Ruby, Garnet and Pink Tourmaline
Oil: (Mars) Basil, Coriander, Ginger

Mars rules Tuesday. The energies of this day best harmonize with efforts of masculine vibration, such as conflict, physical endurance and strength, lust, hunting, sports, and all types of competition. Use them, too, for rituals involving surgical procedures or political ventures.

Your Love Horoscopes for The Week Of January 13th

This might be a week that pulls especially tight around your heartstrings. An emotionally charged Full Moon in tender Cancer on Wednesday may offer clarity and enlightenment concerning your feelings for someone close. You might also feel extra hypersensitive, so try not to allow your partner’s fluctuating moods to unravel you. On Thursday, a testy square between the cosmic lovers, Venus and Mars, might add to any already existing romantic distress. The remedy? Make love, not war.

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Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

A domestic flare-up might lead to a heated argument between you and your partner on Wednesday or Thursday. This will be a sensitive subject, but if you remember that you’re meant to work together to resolve the matter, it’ll make a world of difference. “Who’s the boss?” is the last question you need to ask this week when it comes to your love life. If you’re too busy trying to remain in charge, you might win the battle. Unfortunately, you might also lose the love.

Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

An emotionally charged conversation might leave you feeling wounded. At the same time, however, it might be necessary to consider how honest you’ve been about verbalizing your feelings to a loved one. By Thursday, a conversation with a colleague about your love life might not go well so be careful how much personal information you choose to divulge. If there are any feelings of jealousy or competition at the office, one coworker in particular might use your emotional vulnerability against you. Be aware.

Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Sometimes, the only way to get back to harmony in your love life is through conflict. This week, you will certainly feel that is true. On Thursday, you’ll need to address a difficult setback in your relationship. This may have to do with your sex life — especially if you and your lover have experienced tension in this department lately. Try not to turn this into a blame game or you’ll only wind up taking a defensive stance. Voice your concerns in a non-confrontational way and be willing to reveal where you’re vulnerable. A breakthrough is possible.

Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You’re already one of the most sensitive zodiac signs, thanks to being ruled by the emotionally charged Moon. This week, a Full Moon in your sign will only trigger this even further. You might shed tears of sorrow about any existing unhappiness in your love life, or tears of joy if you’re in a rare position of bliss. Truth be told, these days love is not an easy journey for you. You’re at a crossroads in your relationship, and on Wednesday you might experience an almost intuitive moment of clarity. Either way, revealing your feelings will not prove detrimental; it’ll only demonstrate your strength.

Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You might feel as if you need to guard your feelings this week, but if so try not to shut out your romantic potential or your current lover in the process. Self-protection might become the single greatest barrier that prevents you from achieving intimacy. Thankfully, this does not have to be the case. What if you used your courageous heart to love harder and stronger instead of worrying about the slight possibility of rejection? Ah, that approach would be life changing. Consider it.

Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

If you find yourself wrapped up in a lover’s quarrel, try to disengage from the heat of the moment. Consider talking to a friend about the current situation in your personal life, because it’s possible you’ll receive viable emotional insight from a pal. Even so, an argument with your sweetheart might not be avoidable at this point. If you find yourself in a deadlock, ask yourself if it’s more important to be in love or to be right. Act accordingly.

Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

If you’re single and looking for love, there will be a happy prospect opening up for you after Saturday. This glimmer of hope will only beam brighter by the end of the month, but for now hold on to the hope that your love life will get better — because it will! In the meantime, this week you might feel too distracted with domestic strife to even care about your romantic needs. That’s OK — take care of your family drama. Love will happen soon enough. Remember: What’s meant to be yours will not pass you by.

Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

If you’ve been feeling anger or resentment building in a romantic relationship, you might reach a tipping point this week. You might have tried to convince yourself that holding your frustration in may diffuse the situation, but in reality the opposite is happening. You’re likely to feel at the point where it’s more painful to remain quiet now than if you’d finally explode and lay your feelings out in the open. Congratulations … this will lead to progress. And (hopefully) healing.

Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

If you’re feeling hypersensitive about a fiscal matter between you and your partner then this week, things may come to a head. You might realize that your mate is in a precarious situation when it comes to money — one that you find unsettling. Or, it’s possible that the two of you are trying to come together to make a major purchase (such as a home or new business venture or even a car) and one of you has spotless credit while the other’s is quite messy. Now is the time to address all the holes in your financial relationship.

Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

An emotionally charged week is likely for you and your partner thanks to Wednesday’s Full Moon falling in your relationship sector. These days, if you’re feeling disconnected from your mate you’re especially aware of the impact it’s having on your union. Make a decision this week to relink as a couple physically and spiritually. Cuddle, spend time at home together and don’t forget the pillow talk! Your sweetheart needs TLC. So do you.

Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

If you’re having trouble reconciling a difference of ideology or spiritual beliefs with your lover then this week you might feel that you’ve reached a breaking point. On Thursday you and your sweetheart might realize that it’s no longer acceptable to simply “agree to disagree” — at least not on this matter. There’s likely to be a fundamental difference in a core conviction between the two of you. Will it be a deal breaker? Time will tell, but in the end you’ll both need to be true to yourselves if you expect to remain true to one another.

Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

This week your love life might receive plenty of attention – most likely in a warm, sentimental “let’s have dessert first!” kind of way. If you’ve recently started to date someone new it’s possible that you and your sweetheart will exchange those first sweet words of love to one another. You might also take the relationship to the next level physically, if you haven’t already done so. An affair may reach a crucial point — one where you’ll choose to go all in or possibly end it once and for all.

The Witches Almanac for Monday, January 13th

Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.

Twentieth Day (Norwegian)

Moon Sign: Gemini

Gemini: Things begun now are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shortcuts, communication, games and fun.

Waxing Moon

The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter

Moon enter Cancer 7:25 pm

Cancer: Stimulates emotional rapport between people. Pinpoints need, supports growth and nurturance. Tends to domestic concerns.

Incense: Rosemary

Color: Gray

Your Charm For January 10 is Taurus The Bull

Your Charm For January 10

Taurus The Bull

Today’s Meaning:

This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is patient, reliable, warmhearted, loving, persistent, determined, placid and security loving. This is a person you respect.

General Description:

Second sign of the Zodiac, April 21st to May 22nd. Ruling planet Venus; correct metal Copper. Those born under Taurus were thought to be endowed with mental and physical strength, strong minded, clever, fearless and emotional. The correct Taurus gem is the Sapphire. The sapphire is of a deep blue color, and the darker the blue the greater its value. The ancients wore Sapphire charms for protection from poison, plague, fever, diseases of the skin, and to bring peace and happiness upon its wearer. The eyes were rubbed by a Sapphire to preserve them from injury by smallpox. King Solomon’s seal is said to have been a Sapphire.

Your Weekend Love Horoscopes for Jan 10 – 12

Weekend Love Horoscopes

January 10-12: Enduring Bonds

Maria DeSimone on the topics of love, horoscopes, astrology

The Moon passing through stable Taurus on Friday, followed by an early morning sextile between Venus and Saturn, will create an atmosphere of realism and security in matters of the heart.

If you’re in a relationship then you’ll hold on tight to your lover, appreciating him or her for warming your body and soul. If single, it’ll be a good time to carefully consider what you want and deserve in love. After Saturday when the Moon glides into Gemini, you’ll be able to intellectualize your emotions easily.

Cerebral thinking certainly takes over by late Saturday afternoon when Mercury enters innovative Aquarius. Since Aquarius rules technology and the Internet, you might maximize the Gemini Moon and Mercury in Aquarius energy by setting up a profile on an Internet dating website or by initiating a conversation with someone you’re attracted to via a social media account. You have nothing to lose!

Your Daily Cosmic Calendar for January 10th

The Moon is in Taurus for another day — placing an overall emphasis on fiscal responsibility and anchoring your ideals in the real world. Insights abound early on — thanks to a Mercury-Jupiter contra-parallel (12:35AM). Cooking, baking and enjoying a nature trek are in the cards while the Moon trines the Sun in earth signs (9:35AM). Don’t allow the shadow side of the beautiful ringed-planet to rain on your parade as the Moon makes its monthly opposition with Saturn (11:08AM). It shouldn’t be that hard to bounce back from adversity since the Moon trines Venus (11:58AM). Love vibrations increase in frequency around the time-period that the Moon and Venus engage in this mutual-admiration alignment. Some of these romantic sentiments can remain influential for several hours into the afternoon and evening due to an approaching Sun-Venus retrograde conjunction that energizes 22 degrees of Capricorn and which arrives tomorrow morning at 4:26AM. A party atmosphere can attract you like a magnet tonight. [Note to readers: All times are calculated for Pacific Standard Time. Be sure to adjust all times according to your own local time so the alignments noted above will be exact for your location.]

Current Moon Phase for January 10th – Waxing Gibbous

Gibbous Moon

(waxing/75% of Full)

Distractions from the outside begin pressing into your world. Analysis is favored, reevaluating all the various factors you are dealing with. It’s a time to process information and effectively integrate your aims with the people in your immediate environment. This is a good time for organizing things. This Moon phase is suited for synthesis: coming up with a practical plan for getting from point A to point B. Adjustment is required.

The Witches Correspondence for Friday, January 10th

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The Witches Correspondence for Friday, January 10th

Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers and Heart
Incense: Strawberry, Sandalwood, Rose, Saffron and Vanilla
Planet: Venus
Sign: Libra and Taurus
Angel: Ariel
Colors: Green, Pink, Aqua
Herbs/Plants: Pink Rose, Ivy, Birch, Heather, Clematis, Sage, Violet and Water Lilly Stones: Rose Quartz, Moonstone, Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, Emerald and Jade
Oil: (Venus) Cardamom, Palmrosa, Rose, Yarrow

Friday belongs to Venus, and its energies are warm, sensuous, and fulfilling. Efforts that involve any type of pleasure, comfort, and luxury, as well as the arts, music, or aroma (incense and perfume) works well on this day. As Venus lends its sensuous influences to the energies of this day, use it for any magical work that deals with matters of the heart.

Zodiac Sign Qualities – Explore the meaning of Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable signs

Zodiac Sign Qualities

Explore the meaning of Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable signs

Tarotcom Staff on the topics of zodiac, insight, astrology

Ok friends, are you ready to dive a little bit deeper into Astrology? You probably know there are 12 zodiac signs and four elements (Fire, Earth, Air and Water), but have you heard about zodiac sign “qualities?”

Every sign is influenced by one of three qualities: Cardinal, Fixed or Mutable. Each of the qualities is defined by a point within each season: Cardinal signs begin a new season, Fixed signs carry the weight of the season, and Mutable signs conclude the season.

Take fall, for example. Fall Equinox falls on September 22, the same day the Sun enters Libra. Because Libra kicks off the fall season, that makes Libra a Cardinal sign. Scorpio takes over in the midst of fall, making it a Fixed sign. And the season concludes with the Sun in Sagittarius, making that a Mutable sign.

Get it? Astrology is all about nuance, so to truly understand a zodiac sign you must explore the quality each is associated with. So now that you understand how the qualities are structured, let’s take a look at each of the three Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable qualities, what they mean and how they shape your personality.

Cardinal signs

There are four Cardinal signs: Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn. Because these signs each start a new season, the quality of their energy is full of initiative. Cardinal signs are impulsive and dynamic, and they push strongly to start new things. In general, people with Cardinal signs in their birth charts generate more new ideas and projects, while those lacking Cardinal energy are more passive.

Fixed signs

There are four Fixed signs: Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius. These signs carry the weight of each season, which gives them a sturdy quality. Fixed signs are capable of great endurance, and generally people with much Fixed energy in their birth charts are stable and focused, whereas those lacking Fixed energy may not have much sticktoitiveness or perseverance.

Mutable signs

There are four Mutable signs: Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces. Because these signs fall at the conclusion of each season, their energy anticipates movement and change. People with Mutable signs in their birth charts tend to be more flexible and adaptable to the changing world around them, while those lacking Mutable energy may be stubborn and inflexible or have a difficult time adjusting to new situations.

How qualities are used

When you’re learning Astrology, you’ll discover that every person has a mix of different zodiac signs, elements and qualities in their birth charts. Once you understand the energy of each quality and combine that information with what you know of each zodiac sign and element, a more complete picture will begin to develop.

For example, the Aries zodiac sign is the element of Fire and the quality is Cardinal. This “Cardinal Fire” combination is very bold, so the more Aries energy a person has in their birth chart, the more brazen they will be. On the other hand, Taurus is an Earth sign with a Fixed quality, so it would be called “Fixed Earth” and its overall energy is very slow and grounded.

Knowing how much of each quality you have in your birth chart is very important. These astrological nuances are what shape us as individuals, so going beyond your Sun sign is key when it comes to understanding Astrology.

Your Daily Horoscopes for January 9th

We seek the simple life today but we may feel as if we’re anchored to the status quo. Although the steadfast Taurus Moon prevents us from racing into the future, we could grow frustrated with our inability to embrace change. Four planets in earthy Capricorn bless us with a sense of practicality, even as we resist what’s coming our way. Nevertheless, an innovative Mercury-Uranus alignment might suddenly free us from whatever holds us back.