pisces

Pisces is the twelfth sign of the Zodiac, and it is also the final sign of the Zodiac cycle. Hence, this sign brings together many of the characteristics of the eleven signs that have come before it. Piceans, however, are happiest keeping many of these qualities under wraps. These folks are selfless, spiritual, and very focused on their inner jouney. They also place great weight on what they are feeling. Yes, feelings define Pisceans, and it's not uncommon for them to feel their own burdens (and joys) as well as those of others. The intuition of the Pisces-born is highly-evolved. Many people associate Pisceans with dreams and secrets, and it's a fair association, since those born under this sign feel comfortable in any illusory world.

It's a pair of fish that represent Pisceans, a symbol which prompts others to suggest that these people 'go with the flow' and 'don't make waves'. Both of these labels are true since Pisceans are fluid and easy-going, in keeping with the mutable quality assigned to the sign. The fact that two fish (as apposed to one) represent the members of this sign also speaks to the duality of Pisceans, their yen and yang sensibility. Pisceans alternate between reality and non-reality in keeping with their introspective natures; their voyage between consciousness and an unconscious dream state says much about their intuitive, almost phychic natures. For this reason, Pisceans can be hard to pin down, prompting some to call them the chameleons of the Zodiac. The fish are happy to be consisdered hazy, since there is a certain sense of safety in that self proclaimed netherworld. That Said, they won't stay away for long, since one of their primary goals is to help others. Pisceans are compassionate, charitible, and will quickly put the needs of others ahead of their own. It's this kind of self sacrafice which keeps these folks going. The flip side to their giving nature is their oft-timid fish are likely to be taken advantage of by less-meaning souls.

Pisces is ruled by the planets Jupiter and Neptune. In Ancient Roman Mythololy, Jupiter (the original ruler of Pisces) was the king of the gods, while Neptune was the ruler of the seas. When Neptune was discovered in recent times, it was attached to this sign. The pairing of these two heavenly bodies results in some unique energies being directed toward Pisceans here on Earth. Those born under this sign are spiritually oriented and charitable. They are compassionate, easily feeling another's pain. At Times, however, Pisceans have difficulty destinguishing fact from fantasy: they tend to get caught up in their dreams and how things should be. To say they wear rose-colored glasses isn't much of a stretch. Pisceans who fear that their pleas aren't being heard tend to lapse into melancholy and, worse, the kind of pessimism, which leads to procrastination and lathargy. At times like this, Pisceans are well served to take some time for themselves, better to find their center once again. Many Pisceans also immerse themselves in the arts and other creative pursuits as a centering mechanism, and they are quite talented in these areas.

The element associated with Pisces is water. Those born under this sign easily relate to the emotional and unpredictible nature of this liquid gold. Pisceans feel a great deal, and they often feel misundestood much of the time. They're not quite pushovers, but they're certainly sensitive. Yes, they could cry you a river is the circumstances were right. Even so they reveal in their compassionate and imaginative natures and love to cater to others. They can also be quite romantic, dreaming up delicious treats for their lover. Hopefully any kindness will be recipricated, because the fish can certainly turn blue if they're not. Pisceans are generally gentle, easy-going folk, who are on the shy and reticent side. They are modest to the point of impracticallity, often stepping up to show their talents in painting or music. Easiest for the fish (and still great fun) is living in their lush dream world.

More relaxation for the fish comes in the way of sports, specially water sports. Pisceans love to swim, and it's this easy glide in the pool or the sea, which serves to alleviate much of their stress. Once their mind is at ease, the fish are well-advised to focus on their feet, a frequent source of discomfort. Soothing comfort does come in a world colored in purple and soft white. When it come to the game of love, Pisceans are caring, romantic, and a most creative mate.

The great strength of the Piscean-born is their compassionate and charitible nature. These folks love to help others and do so in the most imaginative ways. It's their feeling sensibility that wins them over.