ASTROLOGY

YOUR ZODIAC SIGN'S ELEMENT CAN REVEAL A LOT ABOUT

YOUR COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHERS
It makes a lot of sense, TBH.

by EMILY ANNE and CHELSEA JACKSON

UPDATED: JUNE 8, 2021

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED: SEP. 14, 2017

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"W
ater. Earth. Fire. Air." This phrase is not just the opening to Avatar: The
Last Airbender; it is also a very vital foundation to modern astrology.
Zodiac element meanings vary, and they inNluence each zodiac sign
greatly — and, by proxy, each person. You may know there are 12 signs of the
zodiac, but do you know the element of each sign? There are four elements: Nire,
earth, air, and water, making what is called a triplicity of three signs per each
element.

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Starting with Aries, the Nirst Nire sign, the zodiac then cycles through an earth sign
(Taurus), an air sign (Gemini), then a water sign (Cancer). Rinse and repeat. So
that means there are three Nire signs, three earth signs, etc. Some astrologers
theorize that you actually feel better during "your" elemental seasons; so if you
are a Cancer, you would feel better during Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces season
because of the watery energy.

For compatibility, it is pretty simple: Air signs will usually get along with other air
signs, water with water, Nire with Nire, andMENU
so on. As a basic rule of thumb, Nire and
air signs are compatible together (think oxygen plus Nlame), while water and earth
signs are compatible together (think of rain and plants). Fire and water signs
together can be dramatic and passionate, but it often leads to extinguished Nire
(energy) and scalded water (emotions). Earth and air together can talk for hours,
but there could be a lack of emotional bonding. Knowing these little stats can
make astrology a lot more understandable, and makes it much easier to
understand why you mesh well with Nire signs but clash terribly with earth signs.
Elements can describe your personality with ease, and allow you to understand
others better too. If you’re looking for a better understanding of the zodiac
elements, you’re in luck.

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Fire Signs – Aries, Leo, And Sagittarius (aka The Most

Passionate)
The Nire signs contain the spark of life within them. Like Nire, this zodiac element is
bright, warm, and enticing. They tend to be quite extroverted, and love loudly and
passionately. These signs are “all or nothing” types, so if they like you (or don’t),

you’ll know. Every Nire sign is independent and is always down to have fun, and
you’ll know. Every Nire sign is independent and is always down to have fun, and
they need a certain level of freedom to truly be happy. Be careful of “burnout” or
getting engulfed by Nire's (often sporadic) energy — just as quick as they are to
get excited, they’re even quicker to lose interest. Fire signs always need to
prioritize the time to recharge and give others a break.

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Just like Nire can climb a mountain ehortlessly, a Nire sign can do anything when
they set their mind to it. They are great to be around because they’re always Nilled
with excitement, and will always be your biggest cheerleader.

Earth Signs – Taurus, Virgo, And Capricorn (aka The

Hard Workers )
The earth signs keep your world spinning like the angels they are. They get down
to work when you need it most and keep everyone sane. Earth signs are wise,
stable, sensual, and, yes, they are grounded. They rule the physical world, which
is why they make great gardeners, cooks, and lovers. Earth signs are the ideal
people to have in your corner when you need someone who isn’t afraid to roll up
their sleeves and get to work. They’re the overachievers of the zodiac, and won’t
their sleeves and get to work. They’re the overachievers of the zodiac, and won’t

quit until the job is done.

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Because the zodiac element of earth is so reliable, they make trustworthy friends,
co-workers, and partners. Since earth signs are so practical, they have to be
mindful of how rigid they can be. It can be challenging to get them to lighten up,
but it’s only because they take their goals and aspirations seriously, and want you
to do the same. If you’re looking for loyalty, look no further than an earth sign.

Air Signs – Gemini, Libra, And Aquarius (aka The

Students And Teachers Of The Zodiac)
The air signs are some of the hardest people to pin down, and that is just the way
they like it. Air signs are quick, curious, Nlirty, and smart. They make great writers,
artists, communicators, charmers — you name it. This zodiac element gives
people a light, changeable quality to them; there is always something slightly
distant or unreachable. Air signs are light on their toes, quick to steer clear of
things when they become too serious or stagnant. They embrace change and like
to always go with the Nlow.
to always go with the Nlow.

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By far the most adaptable zodiac element, be sure to watch out for air signs
Nloating oh, ghosting you, or simply vanishing. When they do commit to people or
projects, they need it to be interesting to stick around. Air signs are great people
to know because they will expand your music library, friend group, vocabulary,
book collection, and above all, your mind. They’re highly intelligent, and prioritize
knowledge and mental expansion over everything.

Water Signs – Cancer, Scorpio, And Pisces (aka The

Healers Of The Zodiac)
The water signs keep everyone in touch with the collective heart and soul of
humanity by always staying in touch with their emotions. Being the most intuitive,
some say psychic triplicity, this zodiac element is great at speaking and reading
between the lines. They can sense the energy of a person just by being near
them, and are easily inNluenced by bad vibes. Water signs are by far the most
emotionally intelligent zodiac element.
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Water signs make great detectives, poets, doctors, therapists, Nilmmakers —

anything that allows them to dive deeper into the emotional side of things. The
water element is soothing and nurturing, which is why water signs often attract
those who need healing. Be careful not to emotionally overwork yourself and set
boundaries with people when necessary. Water signs love deeper than anyone
else, and would do anything to help out people in need.

This article was originally published on 09.14.17