Sun Signs
& Their Effect On Us
by Jenny Yates
The zodiac is a round ruler around the earth, marked off in stars.
As the earth whirls and circles in her own rhythm, she sees the
constellations turning around her, moving always in the same order.
Against their background appear the sun, moon, and planets.
Our calendar is based on the tropical zodiac that charts the sun's
year-long journey through the signs which begins with 0° Aries on Spring
Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. As the sun illuminates each sign in
turn, we can boldly express the unique genius of that sign. The sun
represents vitality, pride, creative energy, and the outward expression of
self-knowledge. In your natal chart, your sun sign is only one influence
among many, but it shows the traits that you strive to develop in order to
become most fully yourself. To love your sun-sign is to love yourself.
Each sign belongs to a particular element (fire, earth, air or
water) and quality (cardinal, mutable or fixed). Within the language of
the zodiac, the ancients packed a great deal of esoteric knowledge, and so
the signs tell a story about the process of realization. Perhaps their
wisest message is that this path is circular, like a spiral staircase that
takes you forever higher. All signs both lead and follow each other.
ARIES (March 20-April 20): Aries is the essential hero, triumphing
over obstacles, shaping herself through action. She is the perennial
innocent, always beginning anew. When the sun moves through this cardinal
fire sign, you are more spontaneous and independent. Your blood stirs and
you're ready to follow it into a new day.
TAURUS (April 20-May 21): Taurus moves through the physical world
with tranquility and strength, responding to what's real, encouraging us
to look honestly at our lives. She builds slowly but for life. When the
sun goes through this fixed earth sign, you can put down enduring
foundations. Take time also to revel in the sensual pleasures of the
moment.
GEMINI (May 21 June 21): Gemini is quick and her mind always
dancing. She makes lightning connections between one idea and another,
between one person and another. Like a cat, closed doors drive her crazy.
When the sun goes through this mutable air sign, let your feet and mind
roam and check out the interesting people in your neighborhood.
CANCER (June 21 July 22): A Cancer woman is both mother and child.
She is the gentle care-giver and also the tearful tot gripping her stuffed
bear. She is vulnerable and sensitive, so her trust is a precious gift.
When the sun is in this cardinal water sign, open yourself up to emotional
experiences. Join other womyn who are building caring communities.
LEO (July 22 August 23): Brilliant Leo is always the center of
attention as she gives everything she is. One minute she's dramatic and
the next playful, mesmerizing her audience. Her will is like the
magician's wand, a tool for transformation. When the sun moves through
this fixed fire sign, celebrate your creative gifts, your passion and joy.
VIRGO (August 23-September 23): Virgo, the worker, trains her
considerable intellect on the practical realm. She grows plants, heals
bodies, fixes broken chairs, and draws up intricate plans. When the sun
moves through this mutable earth sign, you are very sensitive to details
and can handle small, complicated tasks. Your goal is order.
LIBRA (September 23-October 23): Libra is the idealist. She is the
one who looks out for justice in the world and champions the
disenfranchised. Her focus is the shifting energy between two people or
ideas. When the sun is in this cardinal air sign, take initiative to
promote harmony and balance in relationships and community.
SCORPIO (October 23-November 22): Scorpio may be quiet and
soft-voiced, but she has a definite sense of what's hers. Her emotions run
deep -- rushing waters filling underground caves. Her strong desires are
the source of her power. When the sun goes through this fixed water sign,
reach for a friend or lover and explore your own hidden desires.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 21): Sagittarius, the Amazon, is
always exploring new territory, racing horseback into the wild unknown.
She looks for the spark of inspiration and then fans it into a fire. When
the sun goes through this mutable fire sign, you respond to the heat of
the moment. You may travel or join others in a noble cause.
CAPRICORN (December 21 January 20): Capricorn, with sustained hard
work, reaches the top of the mountain. She feels proud, strong, capable.
But then she turns, sees another mountain, and she's off again. When the
sun moves through this cardinal earth sign, you are more disciplined and
persistent. Whether running for Congress, developing your spiritual
practice, or building a house, you get it done.
AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18): Valuing truth above everything,
Aquarius works to make the world a more enlightened place. She shares
everything she has -- her wisdom, experience, and integrity. When the sun
is in this fixed air sign, teach people and learn from them. If you join
with other likeminded souls, as Susan B. Anthony said, "failure is
impossible".
PISCES (February 18-March 20): Pisces is lyrical and sensitive and
endlessly mysterious, even to herself. She absorbs the energy around her,
merging, melting, shape-shifting. When the sun's in this mutable water
sign, open yourself up to fantasy. Sing, dance, and tell the old stories.
Watch for the little people as you walk in the woods.
 This
article by Jenny Yates was excerpted from the 1999 edition of
We'Moon: Gaia Rhythms for Women, published by Mother Tongue Ink.
Reprinted with permission of the publisher.
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