Astrology 101: The Zodiac Cheat Sheet

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Here are some quick facts about each of the zodiac signs!

We have talked at length about all of the zodiac signs. But you may not have time to read all of the in-depth sign articles available to you on this site. So I have made this handy-dandy cheat sheet that gives a quick description of each of the signs. On this cheat sheet, we will discuss the sign’s elements, modality, strengths, weaknesses, and more!

Don’t forget to check your moon and rising signs as well as your sun signs! You can check your birth chart here!

Aries, The Ram (March 21-April 20)

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You are the Warrior of the Zodiac!

Element: Fire

Quality: Cardinal

Ruling Planet: Mars

Strengths: Vivacious, Adventurous, Sanguine, Persevering, Loyal, Passionate

Weaknesses: Easily-Irritated, Anxious, Aggressive, Temperamental, Reckless

Health And Body Concerns: Headaches, Migraines, Problems Caused By Adrenal Glands

Signature Power Color: Red, White, Orange

Tarot Cards:

  -(Major Arcana) Emperor

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Wands

-(Mars Major Arcana) Tower

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Bloodstone, Garnet, Citrine

A Song for Aries: Fight Song by Rachel Platten

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Taurus, The Bull (April 21- May 20)

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You are the Homemaker of the Zodiac!

Element: Earth

Quality: Fixed

Ruling Planet: Venus

Strengths: Dependable, Patient, Practical, Dedicated, Stable, Level-Headed

Weaknesses: Bull-Headed, Controlling, Stubborn, Uncompromising

Health And Body Concerns: Throat and Glandular Issues

Signature Power Color: Blue, Pink, Green

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Hierophant, 

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Pentacles 

-(Venus Major Arcana) Empress

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Pyrite, Peridot, Carnelian

A Song for Taurus: Banana Pancakes by Jack Johnson

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Gemini, The Twins (May 21-June 20)

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You are the Wordsmith of the Zodiac!

Element: Air

Quality: Mutable

Ruling Planet: Mercury

Strengths: Sympathetic, Inquisitive, Kind-Hearted, Communicative, Studious, Capable

Weaknesses: Insecure, Unpredictable, Erratic, Indecisive

Health And Body Concerns: Respiratory Issues, Psychological and Nervous Disorders

Signature Power Color: Yellow

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) The Lovers

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Swords

-(Mercury Major Arcana) The Magician

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Jade, Rutilated Quartz, Carnelian

A Song for Gemini: Talk To Me by Stevie Nicks

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Cancer, The Crab (June 21-June 22)

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You are the Moon child of the Zodiac!

Element: Water

Quality: Cardinal

Ruling Planet: Moon

Strengths: Creative, Devoted, Compassionate, Unshakeable, Emotional, Eloquent

Weaknesses: Over-sensitive, Moody, Cynical, Self-Deprecating, Manipulative 

Health And Body Concerns: Digestive and Gastric Issues, Female Reproductive Issues

Signature Power Color: Silver

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Chariot

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Cups

-(Moon Major Arcana) High Priestess

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Moonstone, Red Jasper, Pearl

A Song for Cancerians: Moon River, by Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer and performed by Audrey Hepburn

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Leo, The Lion (July 23-August 22)

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You are the Sovereign of the Zodiac!

Element: Fire

Quality: Fixed

Ruling Planet: Sun

Strengths: Generous, Flamboyant, Creative, Warm Hearted, Charming, Flirtatious

Weaknesses: Conceited, Selfish, Obstinate, Willful

Health And Body Concerns: Heart and Back Issues

Signature Power Color: Gold, Orange

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Strength

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Wands

-(Sun Major Arcana) Sun

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Tiger’s Eye, Ruby, Amber

A Song for Leo: Walking on Sunshine, by Katrina and the Waves

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Virgo, The Virgin (August 23-September 22)

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You are the Powerhouse of the Zodiac!

Element: Earth

Quality: Mutable

Ruling Planet: Mercury

Strengths: Loyal, Logical, Kind, Industrious, Pragmatic

Weaknesses: Timid, Anxious, Overly-Critical, Inability To Relax 

Health And Body Concerns: Intestinal Issues, Nervous Disorders

Signature Power Color: Green, Brown Navy Blue

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Hermit

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Pentacles

-(Mercury Major Arcana) The Magician

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Kyanite, Jade, Red Jasper

A Song for Virgo: Gift From Virgo, by Beyoncé

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Libra, The Scales (September 23-October 22)

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You are the Peace-Keeper of the Zodiac!

Element: Air

Quality: Cardinal

Ruling Planet: Venus

Strengths: Adaptable, Diplomatic, Courteous, Trustworthy, Sociable, Unbiased

Weaknesses: Ambivalent, Resentful, Vindictive, Self-pitying 

Health And Body Concerns: Headaches, Migraines, Kidney Issues

Signature Power Color: Blue, Pink, And Green

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Justice

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Swords

-(Venus Major Arcana) Empress

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Labradorite

A Song for Libra: Peaceful, Easy Feeling by The Eagles

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Scorpio, The Scorpion (October 23-November 21)

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You are the Paramour of the Zodiac!

Element: Water

Quality: Fixed 

Ruling Planet: Pluto (Ancient Ruler: Mars)

Strengths: Adventurous, Sensual, Passionate, Loyal, Obstinate, Innovative

Weaknesses: Arrogant, Suspicious, Envious, Secretive, Aggressive

Health And Body Concerns: Reproductive Issues, Rheumatism

Signature Power Color: Red, Maroon, Black

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Death

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Cups

-(Pluto Major Arcana) Judgement

-(Mars Major Arcana) The Tower

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Malachite, Amethyst, Citrine

A Song for Scorpio: River by Bishop Briggs

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Sagittarius, The Archer (November 22-December 21)

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You are the Dark Horse of The Zodiac!

Element: Fire

Quality: Mutable

Ruling Planet: Jupiter

Strengths: Charitable, Self-Reflective, Visionary, Entertaining, Ambitious

Weaknesses: Impatient, Indiscreet, Selfish, Cannot Make Good On Promises,

Health And Body Concerns: Psychological/Nervous Disorders, Accident Prone, Liver Issues

Signature Power Color: Purple, Royal Blue

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Temperance

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Wands

-(Jupiter Major Arcana) Wheel Of Fortune

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Turquoise, Ruby, Citrine

A Song for Sagittarius: Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me), by Train

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Capricorn, The Sea-Goat (December 22-January 19)

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You are the Executive of the Zodiac!

Element: Earth

Quality: Cardinal

Ruling Planet: Saturn

Strengths: Accountable, Charismatic, Self-Disciplined, Good Leadership Skills

Weaknesses: Self-Important, Vindictive, Holds Grudges, Patronizing

Health And Body Concerns: Rheumatism, Skin and Orthopaedic Issues

Signature Power Color: Green, Black, Brown

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) The Devil

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Pentacles

-(Saturn Major Arcana) The World

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Garnet, Azurite, Peridot

A Song for Capricorn: Q.U.E.E.N. by Janelle Monáe

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Aquarius, The Water-Bearer (January 20-February 18)

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You are the Revolutionary of the Zodiac!

Element: Air

Quality: Fixed

Ruling Planet: Uranus (Ancient Ruler: Saturn)

Strengths: Revolutionary, Good-Listener, Independent, Compassionate, Considerate

Weaknesses: Emotionally Restrained, Inflexible, Temperamental, Standoffish

Health And Body Concerns: Blood Disorders, Ankle Injuries

Signature Power Color: Blue, Turquoise 

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) The Star

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Swords

-(Uranus Major Arcana) The Fool

-(Saturn Major Arcana) The World

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Amethyst, Yellow Jasper, Turquoise

A Song for Aquarius: Rebel Girl by Bikini Kill

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Pisces, The Fish (February 19-March 20)

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You are the Empath of the Zodiac!

Element: Water

Quality: Mutable

Ruling Planet: Neptune (Ancient Ruler: Jupiter)

Strengths: Empathetic, Creative, Intuitive, Kind, Knowledgeable, Musically-Inclined

Weaknesses: Apprehensive, Naive, Escapist, Victimizes Themselves

Health And Body Concerns: Illness Caused By High Sensitivity, Low Drug Tolerance

Signature Power Color: Sea Green, Violet

Tarot Cards:

-(Major Arcana) Moon

-(Minor Arcana Suit) Cups

-(Neptune Major Arcana) The Hanged Man

-(Jupiter Major Arcana) The Wheel Of Fortune

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Aquamarine, Chrysocolla, Amethyst

A Song for Pisces: Fictional Character by Jessie Paege

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Ophiuchus, The Serpent-Bearer (Never-Ever)

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You…don’t exist!

Element: Surprise

Quality: Low

Ruling Planet: Krypton 

Strengths: Can take a joke

Weaknesses: Doesn’t exist

Health And Body Concerns: Can’t be unhealthy if your body doesn’t exist

Signature Power Color: Mauve

Tarot Cards: (Ophiuchus doesn’t get real Tarot Cards)

-Uno

-Yugi-Oh!

-Magic, The Gathering

Helpful and Healing Crystals: Kryptonite

A Song for Ophiuchus: The Worst Song Ever, by Nathan Barnatt

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