One of my oldest and best friends (an Aquarius, of course) issued the following announcement to all of their closest friends at the start of the year (paraphrased for length and privacy):
This year’s theme is ONLY EARTH SIGNS. Sorry, fire, air, and water signs, but I’m done. You’re fucked. I’m done with your nonsense. I’m busy TRANSCENDING realms and dimensions that you can’t possibly imagine. I require GROUNDING.
On the one hand, receiving this letter, especially in an unrelenting block of big neon text and shouting caps, was a genuinely disturbing experience. Water, fire, air, and earth are the four elements that divide the 12 zodiac signs, and nearly all of this friend’s loved ones, including myself, aren’t earth signs at all. Under the pretext of astrology, they were stating that they were removing practically everyone who cared about them.
On the other hand… I think I’ve figured it out. And I understand. We’ve talked about how air signs breathe ideas and information, how fire signals burn with force and passion, and how water signs swim in emotions and memory. All of these features, however, are personal sensations, actions of perception that are completely intangible. Earth is a genuine, physical entity. In the material world, the stuff that comes out of the earth valuable stones, harvests, clay has real value. We can reach out and touch it, build with it, and share it. Beyond our particular psyches, Earth exists as something we can physically hold and be held inside. Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn are the three earth signs, and they are known for being stable, grounded, and realistic.
Aristotle believed that earth was the heaviest of the four elements before there was a notion of gravity. The element of earth has traditionally been associated with matter, the biology of human existence, fertility, and the terrestrial. The suit of pentacles or coins, depending on which deck you’re using is the suit most concerned with riches and materialism in tarot. The soil element is known as t in Chinese philosophy, and it represents stability, yin and yang balance, and seasonal change.
My friend finally texted me again a few weeks ago, this time with a different number, in a group text. I sincerely hope they discovered the earth they so urgently needed structure, physical connection, and involvement with the world around them. These are the traits we need to withstand the pressures of the three other internal, ephemeral aspects, the anchor that binds us to humans and humanistic wants.
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What does it mean to be born under the sign of the earth?
Earth signs are practical, grounded, and sturdy. These individuals are extremely hardworking and place a high emphasis on stability and security in all aspects of their lives. Their steady energy permits them to tackle long-term goals and plans that would be impossible for other signs to achieve. They establish systems in their life and society that have an impact because they are natural managers and builders. They are, nevertheless, the most resistant to change because they are the slowest moving element.
People with a lot of earth in their birth charts are usually business or financial oriented, and they do well in fields that require results. These folks are frequently quite successful because they know how to achieve what they want in a systematic way over time.
Which zodiac sign is associated with the planet Earth?
The earth element is represented by the signs Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. According to Joyce, all three are practical and methodical. Because structure is a personal concern, they are known as the “builders of the cosmos.” But don’t get it all mixed up. While these indicators appreciate a well-thought-out strategy, they aren’t overly serious. (One in particular has a rebellious streak, so keep an eye out for that.) Earth signs value stability beyond all else.
These indications are even considered sexy by Joyce. She explains, “They’re attached to their bodies and desires.” “They are powerful because their ego does not come in the way of hard work and difficult decisions that must be made on the path to success.”
When things go rough, earth signs have the foresight to figure out which techniques will get them going and yield long-term benefits. They’ll also set aside distractions and do whatever it takes to finish the job because they’re not afraid of getting their hands filthy.
Your sun sign is tied to your earth sign. Learn more about this zodiac sign’s sector.
How can I tell if I’m an earth sign or not?
Fire, earth, air, and water are the four elements that make up the twelve zodiac signs. Each of these basic categories has its own characteristics. They make up the natural world as a whole, therefore one is reliant on the other in some way.
The Fire Signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Fire signs, like fire itself, are passionate, active, and temperamental. Fire can either keep you warm or cause a lot of damage. While fire burns out rapidly when there isn’t enough fuel to keep it burning, it can reclaim its power from the ashes. A forest fire can be started by a single spark. As a result, fire indicators must be properly cultivated and managed.
The Air Signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Action, thoughts, and motion are all represented by air signs “There are winds of change.” You can’t help but move when a strong gust hits you. While there may be some real-life characters in their ranks, “Others are as powerful as a G-force that defies gravity. When things get stale, air signals give everyone a breath of fresh air. You can’t quite catch them, like the air, and you never know where they’ll dump you once they’ve swept you up. However, it will virtually always be an adventure.
The Earth Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Earth signs keep everything grounded. They’re the ones “People who pull us back to earth and remind us to start with a firm foundation are known as “grounded” people on the planet. These are slow and steady “Builders” are dependable and stable, and they stand by their people in difficult times. On good days, they’re realistic; on bad days, they’re materialistic or too concerned with the surface to delve into the deep.
The Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio Pisces
Water signs can be as enigmatic as the ocean itself, being intuitive, emotional, and ultra-sensitive. They can be refreshing, or they might drown you in their depths, much like water. Intense dreams and borderline-psychic insight are common in these indicators. After all, water needs a container or it will dry up and vanish, therefore security is crucial to them.
Is it possible to combine earth with fire?
Love may be the most perplexingbut beautifulexperience we have as humans. However, astrology memes and Instagram horoscopes announcing which signs are the most suitable appear to be conveying us the notion that our love lives are set by the stars, according to our social media feeds.
The most often asked inquiries I hear from clients as an astrologer are about their relationships. “Will I be successful?” is not a question many people ask. “Are we astrologically compatible?” rather than “What’s in my future?” or “What’s in my future?” However, assisting someone in finding an answer necessitates much more than simply examining both parties’ Sun signs. It also necessitates a thorough examination of each person’s astrological chart, which is comprised of three elements.
Then there’s your Sun Sign, which most people refer to as their primary zodiac sign. This is the part of your horoscope that represents your ego. Then there’s your Moon Sign, which influences how you feel. Finally, you have a rising sign, which is the public face you present. (I recommend checking out if you want to figure out all three of your own signals.) Cafe Astrology’s website is css-1tm5c7k.css-1tm5c7k:hover.)
Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius are Fire signs, and they get along best with other Fire and Air signs like Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.
Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn) frequently get along best with Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces, who are Earth and Water signs.
Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius are Air signs that go well with Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius, which are Fire signs.
Water signs, such as Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces, are frequently compatible with Water and Earth signs, such as Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn.
Even with all of this knowledge, the issue remains: Can we really trust the zodiac to tell us which signs are compatible? On the one hand, it appears doubtful that the stars are in control of us. On the other hand, considering that matchmakers all over the world used astrology to decide if two individuals would make good companions for centuries before dating apps had algorithms, the zodiac appears to be a useful tool. Perhaps the most common misunderstanding is that simply knowing two people’s sun signs allows us to predict who and what they should adore. Instead, the reality is that, while astrology can serve as a guide, we ultimately have complete control over who we love.
A Virgo belongs to which earth sign?
This is a sign that can have it all and enjoys having it, but despises losing it, much like a youngster with a favorite toy. Refusing to share has a bratty selfishness to it, but it also has a love and tenderness to it, as well as a total loyalty to their goods.
Venus rules Taurus, just as she does Libra. Libra, on the other hand, is concerned with Venusian attributes such as poetry, philosophy, and romantic love. Taurus enjoys the finer things in life, such as tangible possessions, luxuries, cuisines, beverages, furniture, exquisite fabrics, and priceless jewels, which would be offered to Venus at an ancient Roman shrine. Taurus is a nester, and he enjoys gathering all of his belongings into one ideally snug area. And this Venusian sign enjoys creating a meal for a loved one, spooning them in bed, or fucking them with savage ferocity. Taurus placements must again be wary of their own immaturity and avarice. Their possessiveness can extend beyond their worldly belongings to their lovers, and although this can be comfortable and consistent, it can also suffocate. Taurus has to build the skill to give things away since they have a scarcity mentality.
Sid Vicious, Cher, Karl Marx, Carmen Electra, Harper Lee, Shirley Temple, and George Clooney are all Taurus suns. They all have a distinctly compassionate beauty that can only be achieved with tenacity and a love for the physical environment.
The earth sign VIRGO is a changeable one. Given their anal-retentive reputation, this may come as a surprise. Other mutable signs are a little more… erratic. Type-A control freaks aren’t common in Gemini, Pisces, or Sagittarius. Virgos, on the other hand, are continually adjusting, always conscious of the balance between their own material wants and those of others, always holding space. This is both what makes them so appealing and what makes them so irritating. Virgos are always keeping score, and everyone else would prefer they kept their ideas to themselves at times.
The Virgo constellation is known as “the Virgin,” with long hair and a wheat sheaf. Let’s not picture this virgin as an adolescent who has a promise ring on her finger. Imagine Diana running through the woods with her bow and arrow, refusing to stop for any man, including a god. Virgo is passionately self-reliant and certain that they can do it all, and do it better, on their own. Of course, this isn’t always the case, but Virgo will adapt until they’ve gotten it just right.
Because Virgo is controlled by Mercury, their stock and trade is in communication and information. Let us recall the archetypes’ Greco-Roman origins: Mercury the deity was the messenger of the gods, the only power capable of traveling everywhere without restraints, with speed and grace, from the peaks of Olympus to the depths of the underworld. Virgo is the physical messenger, rushing from place to place, accumulating, arranging, and disseminating information. Gemini, the other sign controlled by Mercury, is connected with airborne and intangible information like gossip and witty dialogue. Whether you like it or not, they believe information transmission to be their responsibility and task.
Mother Teresa, Ingrid Berman, Caligula, Freddie Mercury, Amy Winehouse, Jesse Owens, and Mary Shelly are all famous Virgo suns. Their fame stems from their messages, which include songs, mottoes, and impacts that benefit others more than they benefit themselves.
A cardinal sign is CAPRICORN, the eldest and wisest of the earth elementals. That means that everything they do, like Libra, Aries, and Cancer, has a sense of immediacy and urgency to it. They’re ambitious, ready to get it done, and they want to get started right away. Another trait that Capricorn has with the other cardinal signs is an apathy toward any elemental energy that isn’t their own as if anything that isn’t earth doesn’t exist. This means that in the Capricorn universe, there is no room for the distractions of airy solipsism, watery sensations, or flaming craziness. There is only this world: only the things we can touch and see, only material and terrestrial achievements, only the things we can do before we die. Capricorn may become chilly, aloof, and out of touch with their own internal landscape as a result of this; they readily compartmentalize those other elements of themselves in order to deal with worldly problems.
Saturn, the planet of order and discipline, and the astrological incarnation of Father Time the most memento-mori planet rules Capricorn. Capricorn is more focused with their own personal abilities: things that they can actually manifest, not simply fantasize, unlike Aquarius, the second Saturn-ruled sign, which prefers to apply Saturnian discipline to the collective, dreaming of better futures. If you don’t do it now, it won’t matter afterwards. Get it done before it’s too late, because there are no guarantees about second chances or new lives. Capricorns can hustle like no other sign in the zodiac, but their objectives and commitment to the grind can cause them to overlook personal milestones and interpersonal bonds, much like an emotionally distant, workaholic father. Saturn’s dominion might be a source of maturity, but it can also be a film that suffocates them in loneliness.
There was a reason why my Aquarian acquaintance was so eager for Capricorn’s genuine, earth-bound energies. Capricorn is resolved to stay focused and present, entirely devoted to being alive, whereas the rest of us might easily get lost in the illusory our fancies, paranoias, and expectations.
Joan of Arc, Greta Thunberg, Martin Luther King, Nicolas Cage, David Bowie, Charo, Betty White, and Marlene Dietrich are all Capricorn suns. They all have an almost superhuman internal drive and attentiveness, and they’re all on a never-ending quest for global impact.
Is Libra an earth sign or a water sign?
Three zodiac signs make up each astrological element: fire signs Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius; earth signs Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn; air signs Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius; and water signs Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces.