AQUARIUS 19th January - 18 February
Aquarius is the eleventh and penultimate sign of the Zodiac and, like the Air which is it's element, people born under this sign are freedom loving, independent and communicative. Humanitarian, idealistic and possessing a keen intellect with a strong sence of justice, Aquarians enjoy social interaction and the kinship of the fellows.
POSITIVE TRAITS;
Independent, freedom loving, humanitarian and with a clarity of 'vision' which is often light years ahead of their time, gregarius Aquarians are happiest in social groups where their charming, individualistic approach often means that they are leading lights in their own particular social spheres. Inventive and with finely balanced powers of reasoning clear-sighted Aquarians may use their progressive thinking to change and reform conditions for the fellows. Aquarians are loyal to partners and friends.
NEGATIVE TRAITS;
In pursuit of their own dreams, Aquarians can become blind the all else, being fanatical and even dangerously single minded in this respect. Their natural inventiveness and originality may be construed to eccenticity and their truthful outspokenness may decline into boorish tactlessness. The influence of Uranus may cause the crusading Aquarians to be erratic, stubborn, rebellious and inconsistent. The influence of Saturn can create over-conscientousness isolation and depression when goals are not achieved.
MYTHOLOGY OF AQUARIUS ; Reflecting the Signs duality, the symbol of Aquarius is the Water Carrier or the God with Two Streams. The Egyptian Zodiacle image symbolises Hapi, the Nile GOd - Offering life-giving flows of water to mankind. Held by some to be divine wisdom pouered out for the good of humanity, medieval astrologers told of the double flow accompanied by twelve stars as being the 'mystical dew of alchemists'. In Greek mythology, Aquarius was depicted as Ganymede, a beautiful youth who, at the command of Zeus, was carried to Heaven by a great eagle, to become cup bearer to the Olympian Gods.
TRADITIONAL ASSOCIATIONS OF AQUARIUS
GEMSTONES; Aquamarine
METAL ; Uranium and Aluminium
COLOURS ; Aquamarine, turquoise and electric blue and all other colours.
ANIMALS ; Large, far flying birds.
CITIES; Hamburg, Moscow, St. Petersburg and Salzburg.
COUNTRIES; Russia, Sweden, Ethiopia and Poland.
RELATIONSHIPS
Aquarius has two compatible signs, these are Gemini and Libra. It's opposite (polar) sign is Leo.
The Aquarians detachment, coolness and need for freedom to pursue his or her own interests is not conductive to easy, close relationships. Fellow Air signs Libra and Gemini will respond to this equation each in the individual way. Libra's ability to 'communicate' with partners could bring understanding and tolerance to rebellious Aquarians. Harmony and relationships are Libran key words and this partner could be outgoing, romantic and loving. Receptive, communicative and flirtatious Gemini has an adaptable quality, bringing a welcome warmth to the Aquarian lack of emotionality. Aquarians are faithful and loyal.
CAREERS
Careers involving inventiveness and originality of thought are particularly apt for the Aquarian, and those with a 'communications' aspect often appeal. In the radio, television and computer field, Air sign Aquarians make good technicians. At best when working conditions are not restricted, the Aquarian makes and excellent Aviator, astronomer, astrologer, scientist, writer or actor. Careers concerned with helping others also suit the Aquarian.
HEALTH
The Aquarian is susceptible to illnesses connected with the circulatory system - such as varicose veins, hardening of the arteries, nerve and blood disorders. (their opposite sign, Leo is concerned with the heart which is dependent upon good circulation for it's correct functioning). Ankles, and shins are particularly vulnerable parts of the body and care should be taken in regard to breaks, fractures and sprains in this area. Toothache and Pyorrhoea are other possible disorders.
GEMSTONES - AQUAMARINE
The Gemstone, Aquamarine is a pale blue - to greenish blue transparent variety of Beryl, and is said to represent Water in the Mineral Kingdom. It was said that a persons familiar spirit could be invoked by looking into the polished surface of this gemstone and, in consequence, aquamarines were worn by those wishing to know the innermost secrets of others. Closely related to the Aquamarine is the Emerald, often represented as the eye of Horus, of ancient Egyptian myth. The eye of Horus is said to be placed invisibly in the Aquarian forehead and is symbolic of the signs sense of inner vision. Known from Roman times as the 'life force' crystal, and said to reflect the colour of Earth from space, ancient healers and soothsayers used the aquamarine to assess a persons aura or 'life force'. Once thought to be the solidified tears of a sea-siren, aquamarines were said to have the power to cure waters, itchy eyes, swollen hands, stomach upsets, varicose veins, and to strengthen the legs and enhance foot health.

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