Welcome, new astrologer! I’m so glad you’re taking this first step into the world of astrology. This is Lesson One: Sun Signs for Beginners– your starting point to understanding what your sun sign even means, and how it’s read within astrology.
There’s plenty of merchandise out there with zodiac signs plastered all over it, and it’s one thing to be aware of what your sun sign is, but it’s a whole other thing to learn about it.
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Introduction
Let’s break it down: there are twelve zodiac signs, and each one represents a unique energy. These are the sun signs–
Each of the twelve zodiac signs is a constellation along the ecliptic path of the sun. As the sun moves through these signs during the year, it’s what kicks off your birth chart. Otherwise known as the foundation of your personality, your life force, so-to-speak.
Your sun sign is the easiest and most popular part of astrology to understand. More or less because it’s the one you don’t have to do any math for. The other placements of astrology, you need to know where and when you were born. Some people don’t have easy access to that information, what we do have access to, is the day we were born.
Now gets to the fun part: learning about this aspect of your personality!
The Sun’s Influence
Each planet is a stage for the signs to play a role in. So the stage that the sun sets for its actors and the question it asks is, “What do I want out of life?”. It’s the heart of who we are, it’s what brings us warmth when we participate in the things that bring us joy.
So, “What does my sun sign say about me?”
Great question. I have an answer!
So strap in to your seats, cause we’re about to take the scenic route. My recommendation is to read them all, not just your own sign. As this will help with translating other parts of your birth chart later on, and you’ll be able to help walk others through their own as well!
♈Aries Sun- The Sign of the Ram (March 21st – April 19th)
When I was talking about how the sun is the most basic form of who you are and what you want. Aries took that personally. The first in our list, and also first for everything else, Aries is impulsive and gets things done first. When the Ram takes a look inward at what they want that might not come so easily to them, because they want a lot of things. They embody drive, and passion. That quick motivation to do. Seeing what they want and jumping on it to go get it done. Aries in the sun embodies passion, and bravery; taking on new challenges head on.
- Confident
- Brave
- Motivated
- Passionate
- Impatient
- Impulsive
- Quickly disinterested
- High tempers
Aries Sun in a Sentence?
A fiery will to accomplish getting what they want from the world, no matter the stakes.
♉Taurus Sun- The Sign of the Bull (April 20th – May 20th)
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “Stubborn as a bull” at some point in your life, and that is completely true for those who find that they have their sun sign in Taurus. Taurus is well aware of what they like, and what they want out of life. Once they have it they aren’t ones to give it up easily. There’s an inner strive to ensure that they and their loved ones have the bounty of the world around them. Taking life on at a slower pace, and stopping to smell the roses. Taurus cares about beauty, art, and the luxuries that can be found. The bull has their preferences for how things need to get done, and they aren’t going to change their minds for anyone.
- Trustworthy
- Loyal
- Sturdy
- Sensual
- Stubborn
- Slow-moving
- Possessive
- Indulgent
Taurus Sun in a Sentence?
The need to slow down when life’s many demands come knocking.
♊Gemini Sun- The Sign of the Twins (May 21st – June 21st)
A Gemini distinguishes themselves from the rest of the signs by their need to engulf information for breakfast. They need to know what is out there, who is out there, and where they fit into the mix. They are flighty, hopping from one topic to the next. Talking to anyone they can in order to learn about them. Gemini is one of the most social signs out of the zodiac. Often having friends from many different walks of life, even though they may be there one moment and gone the next. In truth where the Twins find their inner spark is wherever they can have a good conversation, and a good time with the people around them.
- Intelligent
- Communicative
- Quick-witted
- Adaptable
- Non-committal
- Restless
- Distractable
- Inconsistent
Gemini Sun in a Sentence?
The need to expand your mind by whoever, and whatever crosses your path.
♋Cancer Sun- The Sign of the Crab (June 22nd – July 22nd)
When you think about a Cancer sun, I want you to think of a person that strives for home. They want to be able to be around their family, their friends, and to hold those important to them closely. The crab is emotional, and can feel things deep, especially when it comes to what they want out of the world. So when Cancer see’s their friends hurt, or their family in trouble they are going to be the ones stepping up to get to them. This more than often sets themselves up for getting hurt when things don’t pan out their way, or if someone they care about slights them. The crab is often aware of what’s going on in their shell, setting up for some messy disasters when things aren’t feeling at home.
- Nurturing
- Loyal
- Compassionate
- Supportive
- Moody
- Indirect
- Passive-Aggressive
- Hard shelled
Cancer Sun in a Sentence?
The need to bring those you love comfort, especially when they are stumbling.
♌Leo Sun- The Sign of the Lion (July 23rd – August 22nd)
Leo thrives in the sun, their guiding planet. The lion thrives here, and their main expression behind their drive? Is the need to lead their pride. Leo is a naturally flashy sign, looking to the masses and saying “I can help you”. Not only do they want to help their close ones, but they want to interact with the world as a whole. Leo takes center stage, and feel that deep drive to take ownership over issues that they may see. On the one hand they are intrinsically woven to be leaders, yet this can lead to a closed mind. Leo can be very focused on the path that they think is best, and not really want to take on outside information in order to achieve their goals.
- Bold
- Generous
- Leaders
- Protective
- Egotistical
- Stubborn
- Dramatic
- Defensive
Leo Sun in a Sentence?
The drive to lead through a crisis, and take the world on no matter the challenges that present.
♍Virgo Sun- The Sign of the Maiden (August 23rd – September 22nd)
When the sun enters Virgo the energy shifts from taking charge of the world, to taking charge of your immediate life. Virgo is a problem solver, and that’s where they find their drive. They take on their day to day problems trying to take care of the things that surround them. They dedicate themselves to their family, friends, and themselves often losing themselves in the hustle and busy of what we can find in our routines. Typically finding themselves as an intellectual powerhouse Virgo tends to be able to take on hard problems, and figure out quick solutions within them. Yet, this creates it’s own problems with over obsessing about the small and insignificant, and can lead to being overly critical of themselves.
- Hardworking
- Dedicated
- Analytical
- Orderly
- Obsessive
- Prone to anxiety
- Perfectionist
- Critical
Virgo Sun in a Sentence?
The innate ability to recognize what needs help, and having the will to go and solve it.
♎Libra Sun- The Sign of the Scales (September 23 – October 23rd)
When you bring the scales into question their main concern is going to be balance. Libra focuses on wanting harmony. In their lives, in the people they love, and the world. They are the embodiment of a mediator. When Libra enters the scene they start to focus on where there are social issues, and act as the grease to get people on the same terms. Another intellectual sign, Libra looks closer at the emotional tensions that can surround them, and do their best in order to solve it. This can lead to issues with not knowing what to say or trying to play to all sides. Yet, in the end the scales only seek to ensure that the their lives are perfectly balanced in all things, and will take the necessary measures to ensure that.
- Charming
- Easy-going
- Cooperative
- Fair
- Indecisive
- People pleasing
- Idealistic
- Gullible
Libra Sun in a Sentence?
When two sides can’t seem to see eye-to-eye, I want to be the one to bring them to agreement.
♏Scorpio Sun- The Sign of the Scorpion (October 24th – November 21st)
Scorpio isn’t that scary of a sign in my opinion as much as people make it out to be. When you look at the scorpion within the sun their main drive is to protect themselves, and those closest to them. A secondary drive is to get in to a secure state. Whether that’s from money, or power- they want to get to a place where they don’t have to worry about their security. They have a deep passion for what they do and who they love, because in the end that’s who they feel the safest with. However, in order to keep the things that they hold safe (including their emotions), Scorpio is hesitant to share themselves with the world. Leading to their mysterious and dangerous brand that they are often associated with.
- Resourceful
- Loyal
- Passionate
- Motivated
- Secretive
- Restrictive
- Paranoid
- Destructive
Scorpio Sun in a Sentence?
The inner drive to protect your peace, even if it costs everything.
♐Sagittarius Sun- The Sign of the Archer (November 22nd – December 21st)
Sagittarius in the sun feels their inner drive pulling them to the world. A healthy mix of Aries and Gemini Sagittarius feels the call of exploring and getting new ideas from where their feet take them. Finding new experiences is what brings life into a Sagittarius’ life. Whether that be meeting new friends, exploring new cultures, or hopping on a plane and finding somewhere new. Though a lot of this can be done without thinking it through, or asking if they have the ability to afford it. They can’t be tied down to one spot for too long or they start feeling restless. This travel grants an inner wisdom and open-sightedness to what they experience. Which can lead to a very blunt nature, and very strong personal beliefs.
- Ambitious
- Wise
- Worldly
- Optimistic
- Restless
- Irresponsible
- Overly-blunt
- Self-indulgent
Sagittarius Sun in a Sentence?
The pull to explore and create with reckless abandon, and needing to express yourself in a moments notice.
♑Capricorn Sun- The Sign of the Goat (December 22nd – January 19th)
Capricorn is all about striving to get to the end goal. They have their feet on the ground working as hard as they can to achieve success. Though that will vary from Capricorn to Capricorn. This is a sign that is fully dedicated to gaining every drop of success out of what they define as their purpose. Putting their nose to the grindstone, and making calculated decisions on how to get to the top of the mountain. Truly, one of the most resilient signs out of the zodiac. However, with Capricorn focusing so intensely on their work they can often let the people closest to them down on the wayside. When in reality, a lot of this work is done for them in order to build a solid foundation that can’t be rocked.
- Driven
- Strategic
- Responsible
- Grounded
- Cold
- Distant
- Aloof
- Cynical
Capricorn Sun in a Sentence?
The need to provide a better life for those you care about, and yourself.
♒Aquarius Sun- The Sign of the Water Bearer (January 20th – February 18th)
The sun is where Aquarius is at a fall. Their inner drive, and spark comes from other people, not themselves. Aquarius is the humanitarian of the zodiac, and finds their purpose in the development of those surrounding them. They are incredibly innovative figuring out solutions to other people’s problems. Often times immersing themselves so much in other peoples worlds that they forget what it’s like to be in their own. They genuinely enjoy talking to other people, sharing in their hardships, and making the world a better place in anyway they can. Though because they don’t spend too much time figuring out what they want for themselves, it can lead to them seeming aloof or lost.
- Humanitarian
- Eccentric
- Innovative
- Communicative
- Aloof
- Impersonal
- God complex
- Unpredictable
Aquarius Sun in a Sentence?
The deep-seated need that even if you feel lost, you need to make sure that other’s aren’t feeling alone.
♓Pisces Sun- The Sign of the Fish (February 19th – March 20th)
When you take a look at Pisces in the sun you are getting the drive and inner desire to create and imagine. Pisces is a very artistic sign, finding their talents honed with dreams, and fantasies that they imagine. They tend to get lost in their heads over it, but what ends up coming out is amazing stories, worlds, and creations. They tend to be deeply in touch with themselves and those close to them because of this. Knowing what makes themselves tick is a huge part of creation after all. It leads to a intuition that is truly hard to beat. This idealistic quality that comes about Pisces also leads to being compassionate, and caring for others as they tend to relate deeply to those who have been hurt or are seeking answers.
- Imaginative
- Creative
- Compassionate
- Sensitive
- Idealistic
- Escapist
- Codependent
- Easily influenced
Pisces Sun in a Sentence?
If I can dream it, I can feel it, and then make it a reality.
Wrap Up: Sun Signs for Beginners
Well there you have it, the sun signs for beginners. It’s important not to forget that each sign has it’s positive, and negative traits. Those listed, and some. There’s so much more to a person than just their sun sign as well, and you have to take that into account when doing a reading for anyone. The sun is just one part of a big whole. How we feel, talk, and perceive is all vastly changed based on what other signs impact us. So in the next one we are going to look at the deep emotional state, and intuition behind each sign and take a closer look at the moon. Have fun reading, and I’ll see you in the next one.
Stay groovy, and I’ll catch you on the flip,
FAQ
What are sun signs in astrology?
Your sun sign correlates to the month and day you were born. For reference, there is a helpful image at the top that goes through the dates for you to check out!
On a different note, the sun sign is also what drives your personality. In other words, think of it as the heart and core of who you are. Ultimately, the sun tells us what we want to achieve from life.
How do I find my sun sign?
This is a pretty easy thing to find! For instance, each heading above will tell you your sun sign, or alternatively, the image at the beginning of the article can direct you to which dates correspond with which sign.
What’s the difference between a sun sign and a moon sign?
There’s a lot to consider when it comes to your signs! Unlike your sun sign, which changes about once a month, your moon sign shifts every few days. This means the moon gives us a closer look at your emotional drives, while the sun reveals your deeper passions.
You can read more about the Moon Signs here.
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