Welcome to lesson three in our element series- Elements in the Signs: Air

We are continuing our lessons the four building blocks of astrology:

• Elements
• Houses
• Modalities
• Energy

Air

The zodiac signs belonging to this triad are:

Gemini

Libra

Aquarius

Air is the element of the pursuit of the mind, communication, and socialization. These signs all work within the field of socialization, and more relationship focused pursuits. They help breath the life into humanity, and try to keep things on the fun and more playful side of life. These signs are very much into big picture and looking out for the future. Never really seeming that grounded in reality and oftentimes getting lost in ideals. This, as seen with Earth, and Fire, takes place in different levels of the societal sphere. So let’s get into decoding the air sign ideals and what makes these up-in-the-air signs tick.

Gemini

Gemini the twins, the great communicator. This sign is the talker of the zodiac. Often being able to place themselves within any conversation, or group and breathe life into it. They breathe life into their speech, often coming forth and being able to speak about anything without worry holding them back.

A Gemini oftentimes shows their best traits when in Mercury. Mercury being the planet of communication. Gemini often takes this and runs with it. Unlike their partner sign in Mercury, Virgo, Gemini doesn’t get lost in the mind and is able to express their ideas clearly.

However, they find their fall in Jupiter just like Virgo. Unlike Virgo though, they don’t have an issue with dreaming and luck- it’s that they go overboard with it. They can become incredibly flighty, and too idealistic in their thoughts.

Gemini is a flighty sign, breathing life into everything they touch. No matter where you find a Gemini placement, you will find that quality of excitement.

A Gemini is a warm spring wind, carrying the promises of summer within it. They are the energy in which life is made, bringing the grass beneath your feet to sprout and the flowers to bloom.

Libra

We come around Libra right as the first leaves begin to drop, and the autumnal equinox balances the day and night. Libra is who kicks off the fall, and as the sign of balance they oftentimes look at the one-on-one aspects of human interaction. They look for balance and ease of communication between interpersonal relationships.

A Libra finds its prosperity when in Venus, like Taurus, however instead of focusing on the material side of love- Libra focus’ on the intangible. They are sweet whispered words, compromises, and the idea of love itself. They are soft, and easy- giving their heart and soul to the person they care about.

Exactly like Taurus, a Libra finds detriment in Mars. Mars’ aggression is too much for a Libra. They are a sign about compromise and finding balance, where Mars wants them to take what they want for themselves. Unfortunately, Libra is very indecisive, and typically can’t cooperate well within this planet.

The scales often search for a balance, and Libra is here to ensure that you have that in your life. Any placement will have you finding the middle of the road, and balancing life before any final calls.

Libra is the smell of perfume on your shirt, and the roses in a garden. They breathe the very qualities of romance into your life, and make everything seem more approachable. They are the feeling in your heart when you know you’ve made the right choice.

Aquarius

I’ve said it in many posts, but Aquarius is the alien of the zodiac. That’s because they are obsessed with the very idea of humanity. The water bearer is all about innovation, and the betterment of people as a whole. They are revolutionists at heart, and will do whatever they can to ensure their ideas are communicated effectively.

Aquarius has two planetary rulers, Saturn and Uranus. In Saturn you will find an Aquarius who looks at the tradition, norms, and rules of society and figures out how they need to change. How to bring the rules to a new standing and bolster them. In Uranus you will find the revolutionist. The one who has seen the damage of humanity, and is constantly innovating to take unjust systems down.

This sign, and another reason why it’s so alien, is that it finds it’s hardest spot to be in the Sun. They never asked for the spotlight. They have a hard time finding their own passions and desires, and this can lead to internal struggle between what they want and what the people around them want. Never feeling quite right.

Aquarius is a sign about ideas, innovation, and thinking for oneself. While open to change, they aren’t open to change themselves. So wherever they are found in a chart, you will find a sign about challenging the status quo.

Aquarius is a hurricane. They flood the world with their ideas, and bring about change. Whether you want them to- or not.

When You Can’t Breathe

When an air sign can no longer think, it’s taking away their oxygen of life. They seem flighty, detached, aloof, and cold. Which is difficult about signs that are all about humanity, and needing socialization. A Gemini may seem more and more two-faced, not the confidant you thought them to be. A Libra may come across as more manipulative to tip the scales their way. Aquarius becomes detached and withdrawn.

So they often need a bit of CPR, get the air coursing through their system again. Get the negative energy flushed out, and the ideas flowing once more. Reattach them back to the planet and the people that they care about.

Again, I don’t know you- or your situations. So take my advice with caution, and what is safe and healthy for you to do.

What Can I Do?

The best diuretic for air, is movement. It’s when air becomes stale that it becomes harder and harder for us to breathe. So, move. Leave town for the weekend, or day, or just a few hours- or just leave the house. Force yourself to go and speak with people. Go see a show, go to an art gallery, experience something new. Get MOVED. Movement of ideas, and movement of body is one of the most important things that an air sign can do. It helps to ignite the mind, and get your mind sparking again.

But air isn’t just stale is it? It can also be way too harsh- moving too quickly, where you feel like you can’t catch your breath. In moments like that- take a minute. Pause the projects, pause the mind. Go out and get a massage, a walk through a park, take a moment to be alone. Speak with yourself- a conversation that may have needed to happen awhile ago and reconnect with your roots. Air signs are just that, up in the air so long that the forget they walk on the ground. Maybe reach out to your favorite Earth or Water sign, and reconnect a bit. Emotionally or physically. It’s never a bad idea to take a step back for a moment and re-evaluate.

Wrap-Up- Elements in the Signs: Air

Now to a close. Air signs are energy, the life of- well, life. They can be cold and stinging, or warm and comforting. Dry and arid, or hot and humid. They are our minds, our hearts, and what we live in everyday. They can be destructive, and they can create. There is so much duality within the air signs, and they are here to make sure that you get a look at all sides of a situation. Here to make sure you explore every topic. Encouraging you to face those terryfing thoughts head on. So remember to breathe deep, and take it just one day at a time.

Keep your eyes out for the last installment of Elements in the Signs: Water, coming within the next week or so.

Stay groovy, and I’ll catch you on the flip,

Cosmic Sage

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