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May 21 – June 20

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    Constellation

    Gemini is the 3rd Zodiac Sign and can be found in the image of the ancient Greek Dioscuri, or the “Great Twins” in Babylonian astronomy.  Their names were Castor and Pollux who shared the same mother, Queen Leda, but had two different fathers.  Pollux was conceived from Zeus (the King of the Ancient Greek Gods) while Castor was the son of King Tyndareus (Leda’s husband).  Since Pollux was the son of Zeus, he had immortality.  However, as the son of Tyndareus, Castor was a mortal and eventually died.  In his grief, Pollux begged his father Zeus to gift Castor immortality.  Zeus made it so by having them reunite in the heavens.  As a result, you can see them still together in the sky today within the Gemini Constellation.  With this tale in mind, it would also explain why these Twins also carried the names Lugal-irra (Pollux) and Meslamta-ea (Castor).  Lugal-irra translates to “The Mighty King,” since Pollux was the son of Zeus.   Meslamta-ea means “The One who has arisen from the Underworld,” as Castor was resurrected from death by the hands of Zeus.  

    Element

    A Gemini has the element of Air.  This element is special in that while it seems invisible or less directly impactful, it actually connects all the other elements.  As we know, Fire can’t burn unless it has access to Air.  This element gives us the space to breathe, literally and figuratively speaking.  Air Signs have a strong need to open their soul in personal freedom and liberation.  That’s because they tend to have a problem fitting in to the regular rules and regulations in society.  Sometimes they can feel stifled in constantly pleasing others and worrying about others’ opinions, so they may have a drive to simply no longer care about that and just follow their strongest and free ideas.  It’s interesting to note that two of the Air Signs collaborate with the Sun.  Aquarius is detriment to the Sun and Libra is taking the Sun to fall.  The Sun, as we can imagine, keeps things in check and regulate the others orbiting it.  The Air Element needs to be free from this restriction and instead have the freedom to circle the Universe.  

    To balance Air, one would have to look at keeping these Signs “grounded.”  While the mind is important, sure, their body is important as well.  Air Zodiac Signs have the knowledge and intelligence and big ideas.  They feel anything is possible and everything is “lighter,” like the element itself.  However, it’s difficult to put these thoughts into practice and make them reality.  As a result, Air Signs could benefit from a few Earth Signs as friends.  These Earth Signs know how to stop the talking and do the walking.  They can provide Air Signs with the concrete tools to help them succeed in overall development and personal growth.  Also, Earth Signs can remind Air Signs of their physical existence by providing a healthy daily routine.  Examples can be having meals at a particular time every day, so an Air Sign’s empty stomach doesn’t reflect in having a hole appear in their rational plan.  

    Quality

    There are 3 different Qualities of Expression (also known as Modes or Modalities):  Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable.  Gemini is the Air Sign among the four Mutable Quality Zodiac Signs.  While Cardinal Signs kick off the start of a season and the Fixed Signs are the embodiment of the season, Mutable Zodiac Signs symbolize the represent the end of a season.  They also help us transition into the next upcoming season.  For Gemini, it is the end of Spring.  For Mutable Signs, they remind us to reflect on what we’ve experienced from this past period, learn from it, and then start to look forward to the transition process for it’s time to move on.  Since these Signs represent a time of transition, they are naturally adaptable and flexible when other Signs are innately not so much.  For transitions, you have the traits of flexibility and open-mindedness to comprehend situations from many different perspectives.  Mutable Signs know that you can’t stop transitions, so it’s best to “go with the flow.”  

    They are deep thinkers, philosophers that hold no judgment until they understand all the information.  Even after knowing all the angles, their final judgment would not be mean.  They hold opinions even if they aren’t as decisive as other Signs.  Mutable Signs just need to take their time to decide since they are so careful and are even willing to change their mind after deciding. As a result, on bad days they can come across as “wishy-washy” since they take their time processing information.  These Zodiac Signs are experts of multi-tasking and are commonly moving smoothly between several situations, projects, or relationships.  This ability allows them to excel in many areas.  They have a great sense of intuition and strong degree of awareness about how to change their lives and how to finish things to move on to the next.  They can finish tasks easily and even if they are consumed in professional goals, they are still fun to be around with their relaxed aura.  At the same time, they value freedom, which gives the ability to explore their many options or possibilities.  However!  Since they have their hands on many things at once, their focus and attention are split among them all.  As a result, they can come across as “scattered” to the other Signs and Mutable Zodiac Signs would greatly benefit in how to provide complete focus.  Gemini have a particular gift for mental flexibility.  This gives them intelligence and the aptness to comprehend new ideas and juggle a lot of information.  

    Planet

    Gemini is governed by the Planet Mercury.  This small Planet is located closest to the Sun and with this unique connection is the messenger of Gods, carrying information from one plane of existence to another.  It is the Planet of communication in various forms.  For example, Mercury rules over both Gemini (an Air Sign that can show our mentality and ideas) and Virgo (an Earth Sign that can express our daily routines/habits, and physiology).  Communication happens both externally (towards others directly or indirectly based on our actions) and internally (when we speak to ourselves or simply think).  Mercury is also the Planet of information and where our mind goes most often.  When this Planet appears in a chart accented, it oftentimes highlights a special relationship to a sibling (particularly a brother).  This can be observed in the image of Gemini, which is of two individuals linked together in a symbol of brotherly love, closeness, and the challenges that come with it.  Mercury provides a place of self-expression and verbal comprehension.  Specifically, how we speak plays a huge role in Mercury.  Everything from how we express our thoughts, our word choice, and the quality and speed of which we talk can be found in Mercury.  Another way that Mercury is observed can be found in its orbit around the Sun.  This little Planet moves quickly (faster than the others!) and, as a result, could be used to discuss transportation, including driving a car or walking.  It keeps going and going and going and will not stop until it needs to when someone/something should give it rational attention and a helping hand.  In short, Mercury can be summed up as a Planet of communication, expression through words (mental) and hands (physical), and close bonds with the challenges that come with them.

    House

    Gemini rules the 3rd House, which is all things about communication.  Everything from how we express ourselves and move through society: thinking, talking, and technology (specifically things such as cell phones, social media, etc., that we use for communication).  It also shows language, transit, and short distance travelling.  It also illustrates early education and things related, including schools, libraries, and teachers.  On a lesser note, it represents siblings, neighborhoods, and community affairs.  In short, the 3rd House involves our communicative exchanges with others.  A celebrity example one could look at would be American tele-evangelist and television personality Tammy Faye Messner.  She uses television as her platform to connect with her large audience, advocating for compassion.  Her moral views were different from those of other established Evangelists as she reached out to HIV/AIDS patients during the AIDS epidemic and advocated for the LGBT community at large.  If one were to look at her chart, you can find the Sun (that of basic identity/personality) in her 3rd House.  It can be seen how her television career has clearly formed her identity.

    Personality

    As the Gemini’s image is that of Twins, you can say that a person with this Zodiac Signs carries two personalities.  On one hand, they are quick-witted, communicative, and can suddenly become thoughtful and serious.  On the other hand, they are expressive, social, ready for fun, and restless at times.  They are curious of the world and yet tend to have this lingering feeling that there’s not enough time to experience and see it all.  This also connects with another deep-rooted feeling that their other half (their other Twin) is missing or out there somewhere in the world.  So a Gemini has the subconscious drive to seek new acquaintances, friends, colleagues, and teachers.  This Zodiac Sign is open-minded, flexible, and creative.  A Gemini tends to do great in careers involving journalism or writing.  They are rarely boring for they are fun-loving with childish innocence.  As a Zodiac Sign in the image of Twins, they naturally embody the notion of brotherhood or the love between friends/family even if they were completely different from one another.  A purpose of a Gemini is to mend differences and make these difference feel ok.  They are willing to sacrifice anything for a sister/brother or a close friend in need.  This Zodiac Sign also carries a tendency to flirt with different people, taking their time to find the right partner that can match their energy level and intellect.  Their natural curiosity gives them a need for variety, seeing all the options, and excitement.  A Gemini is truly an inspiring Zodiac Sign that practically anyone could benefit from befriending.

    Compatibility

    A Gemini’s most compatible signs lie with Fire Signs and fellow Air Signs.  With Air Signs, Aquarius and Libra, they tend to be on the same wavelength and value similar things.  Verbal comprehension and mental connections will come much more easily.  Also, an Aquarius and Libra will be able to build mutual trust with a Gemini while enjoying their own personal freedoms.  

    With Fire Signs, Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius, sex or intimate relations will come in a more playful, light-hearted manner that both may enjoy.  At the same time, Fire Signs can keep Gemini’s mentally stimulated and provide a new perspective of life.  A Fire Sign would benefit from the Gemini’s mind and the Gemini would be curious and benefit from a Fire Sign’s approach to life.  In many ways, Fire Signs carry a childlike attitude in embracing the moment, in which a Gemini would gladly partake.  

    However, a Gemini may struggle more in regards to compatibility with the other two Elements: Water and Earth.  Water Signs, Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces, they are very introspective and emotionally intense.  For example, a Scorpio is usually quiet, requires deep emotional intimacy, and even enjoys the emotional drama.  Gemini hate emotional drama and tends to be a bit more detached or distant emotionally.  This Zodiac Sign is also much more of the talkative extrovert and seek contact (both mental and physical) with a variety of people.  

    For Earth Signs, Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn, they are very steadfast and sturdy in relationships, meaning that they tend to be 100% committed in a relationship, even if it means enduring the good, bad, and the ugly.  A Gemini may be more instinctively noncommittal and flirty since they know that there’s many possibilities out there.  As an illustration, a Capricorn is by nature more quiet, unassuming, and concerned with having a home life, family, and profitable career.  They plan and think ahead, set mindful goals, follow regulations, and steadily keep moving forward.  A Gemini, on the other hand, wants to live life “in the fast lane” and is more impulsive by nature.  This natural clash of personalities can be too much for either sign.  

    Men in this Zodiac Sign are your social butterflies!  They are friendly, lively, enthusiastic, and talkative.  They are well-connected and want to gather and spread information to all who will listen. Gemini Men enjoy adventures, especially those that are mentally stimulating and positively impact their health.  In the end, it’s important to remember that any Gemini tends to see love through communication first and view verbal connections just as important and physical contact.  They put a ton of effort into any of relationship with their strengths of being witty, curious, and smart.  When they do find the right person, either in the form of an acquaintance, friend, or partner, they will display a determined devotion and faithfulness that you can truly treasure.  

    And that should wrap it up for the Gemini Zodiac Sign!  Awesome!  Below is the typical overview table that sums up what all it means to be a Gemini.  There’s also the usual extra fun side information, as well!

    I love spending time with my Gemini friends!  Do you see some similarities or differences between what we learned and someone you know that’s a Gemini?  If you are a Gemini, what are some traits that you are proud to carry within yourself?  Are there some personal differences between this generalized overview and who you are as a person?  As I say with every post, it’s ok if things are not completely or at all accurate.  This is merely for you.  If you find yourself getting hooked on Astrology, think of this as a starting point for you to explore and learn more!  Otherwise, you can simply view this as a form of lighthearted entertainment.  Either way is fine!  Of course, I’m very grateful for you in taking time out of your day to read my posts.  I enjoy learning new things and sharing them with you.  And I look forward to discovering more with you in the near future!

    “To know how much there is to know is the beginning of learning to live.”

    – Dorothy West

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