
Ruled by the vitality-bringing sun, they adore opportunities to run whatever literal or figurative show they're most drawn to. most resolute) sign of the fire bunch, they can certainly be hard-headed but also rock-steady, tending to get set in their ways and requiring extra motivation to change course midstream. The second fire sign of the zodiac (and fifth sign overall), Leos are charismatic, self-assured, optimistic leaders who often radiate joie de vivre. Ruling Planet: The Sun, which oversees confidence, identity, and self-image Ruling House: Fifth House of Romance & Self-Expression More on Aries here Leo (July 23-August 22) Aries' dynamism, impulsivity, and appetite for victory make them exciting, fun, courageous, and fearless.Ĭompatibility: Aries often hits it off with a similarly adventurous Sagittarius, "see-and-be-seen"-loving Leo, or curious, on-the-go Gemini. Their rep as an initiator also stems from them being one of the four cardinal signs (the others being Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn). They want what they want, which is to win and to be first, and they would prefer to move as fast as humanly possible toward that end whenever possible. And their ruler, Mars, colors their perspective as often impulsive and aggressive. After all, Aries see argument as pure recreation - well, as long as they're declared the winner in the end.Īries is also thought of as the "baby of the zodiac" - as the first sign, and as the ruler of the First House of Self, they tend to be slightly "me"-centric. They're the person most likely to broach a contentious subject at a party in an effort to stir debate. They're natural-born fighters who are innately athletic and wired to go into battle, whether that's to achieve social justice, to beat their own best time at that half-marathon, or to "win" their case in an argument over which Netflix show is most worthy of an all-nighter watch session. They are known to be energetic, impulsive, curious, direct, and at times innocent.

The first fire sign of the zodiac - and first sign overall - is Aries. Ruling Planet: Mars, the planet of action, energy, and sex RELATED: If You're Nothing Like Your Zodiac Sign, You Need to Unpack the Rest Of Your Birth Chart Aries (March 19-April 19) And each in their own way, the fire signs seek out and revel in the spotlight. Passionate, assertive, and competitive, they tend to embrace the philosophy that bigger, brighter, louder, and more of just about anything is preferable. At times hotheaded and impetuous, their inner light glows brightly, fueling their desire to move quickly and decisively toward achieving their goals. While earth signs are generally pragmatic, water signs are very much in their feelings, and air signs tend to be focused on interpersonal and intellectual pursuits, fire signs are action-oriented. Cardinal signs are the initiators of the zodiac (but can struggle with follow-through), fixed signs tend to be the most resolute (but also stubborn), and mutable signs are the most adaptable (but also wishy-washy). The quality that a sign falls under speaks to the sign's basic energy.

In the earth bunch, those three are:Īnother layer to consider: Within each element, there's one of each quality, or quadruplicity: cardinal, fixed, and mutable. The 12 zodiac signs are broken down into four elements: air, fire, water, and earth. Here, a primer on what it means to be a fire sign and what you need to know about each. People who have fire sign placements tend to be among the most dynamic, charismatic, and passionate in the zodiac.
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From your knowledgeable, go-getter career mentor who's a total professional rock star to the hot date who has mesmerized you with their big dreams and global travel plans, the fire signs in your life inspire you to well, get fired up and take bold steps to fulfill your desires. Knowing which element rules your sign can give you insight into your own personality and desires - and help you figure out which signs you'll be most compatible with. While each of the 12 zodiac signs has its own M.O., signs that fall under the same element share similar perspectives and mirror one another in terms of what they value and how they move through the world. Looking to learn more about astrology? A great place to start is understanding the four elements: air, fire, water, and earth. Back view of three women in white dress posing against burning flame on sand
