Aquarius
Like your fellow friends of flight, those born under the sign Aquarius are AIR INCARNITE as well! This sign perhaps illustrates the “energy” of being an air sign most, because of their natural respect for rebelliousness and change. As the winds are said to do, Aquarius natives often bring change into the lives of others. They, like the air signs of Gemini and Libra, also view their world through a cerebral lens. Rather than reacting to life as a player in a game would react to their opponent’s move, these old souls instead watch down on life like some sort of divine spectator. They choose to respond rather than react.
Aquarius can be spotted deep in thought, weighing the kind of perspectives on humanity that would require a bird’s eye view. Relating to this larger-picture view of the world at an early age, keeps these natives perpetually ahead of the curve. Aquarius has an air of aloofness to them that can be easily recognized. They are known to spend a fair amount of time alone with their thoughts. Even their true friends admit to finding their Aquarius pals drifting through some self-created atmosphere of thought, from time to time.
Ruled by the ages 70-77 Aquarius possess the type of wisdom that is usually demonstrated by people who have lived a long life on earth. The elder members of our society are aware of the vast range of possibilities in life. Yet being so close to the inevitable transition into death, gives this age group a detached understanding of what it is to want to truly enjoy the time spent here. They understand that life is what you make of it, so while you’ve got it you should have it your way! It is because of this attitude that Aquarians have a quirky fun-natured approach to life. They possess the charm and grace of someone who has seen it all, yet they have the rebellious tendencies of a child who resents being reliant on others. Like those older folks who are living through a sort of metaphorical “reverse childhood”, Aquarius natives want to learn through direct experience, while being true to who they are.
Freedom can be said to be one of Aquarius’ basic needs in life. As older individuals living through this stage suddenly have to face health changes and new bodily limitations, our veterans of society can sometimes turn to challenge their practitioners and family members who constantly assume they know what is best. These rather Aquarian habits of questioning authority usually have good intentions. Striving for progress and aiming to inspire new hope, Aquarians use their hardcore revisionist thinking to try and help an individual, a community, a nation, a world, humanity, any of these, change for the better. Without change nothing can progress or improve. Aquarius knows this, and sometimes can end up imposing these strong views on everyone, as they want others to be equally prepared for what is to come.
Utterly independent Aquarius is a sign, which is ruled by the planet Uranus. This celestial orb, boasts a reputation for being named after the Greek father of all gods. Uranus was the sky god, analogous to the skies and heavens. Uranus as an anthropomorphic symbol of the sky seems to symbolize omnipotence with a penchant for change. Comprised of disruptive tendencies, sagacity and a hint of avant-garde charm, the journey of an Aquarius is truly an original one. This sign linked to the ultimate deity of the sky, is an unconventional humanitarian. Avid people watchers, Aquarius folks care for people in that way that suggests their underlying goal to be unity. They constantly are aware of how as living creatures we are all related, and can go on to inspire the kind change that revolutionizes things on a mass scale.
Aquarians are noted for their inventiveness. Original thought combined with unique perspective and the intellectual faculties to process it all sums up why this sign holds some of the most incredible thinkers in history. Modern society could not be anywhere close to what it is now without the likes of Thomas Edison, Charles Darwin, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Susan B. Anthony, Rosa Parks, and Oprah Winfrey. Each of these visionaries made their mark on the world through positive change. As Aquarius falls during the thick of winter, it also happens to be one of the four fixed signs. Being the only fixed sign air of the zodiac Aquarius has the intelligence, ideas, and determination to see their innovative dreams through.
While Aquarius is typically wise beyond their years, they can at times suffer from social frustrations while growing up. Being off-beat becomes more acceptable and popular later in life and thus eventually allows this outlandish character to be seen as a bit of a bad-ass. Trend setting Aquarius probably enjoys this reputation, however this tendency to embrace rebellion can land this sign in trouble if they aren’t careful. The downside of the Aquarian rebellious streak is their belligerent nature. Aquarius is often proud to voice their opposing opinions, without any willingness to change their mindset. When in disagreement, it does not take much to escalate the tension with Aquarius. Just realize and accept that this sign will not be the one to back down. Their opinions are etched in stone.
Ironically the most stubborn air sign in the zodiac is also the one most willing to change with the times. Aquarius is pictorially represented by a male figure pouring water from an urn. This sign denoting the water bearer is often misinterpreted as a water sign. Aquarians embody the communicative, intellectual, extremely mental qualities that are intrinsic to all the air signs. The water comes in to play in terms of this sign’s ability to change others with their progressive thinking and revolutionary ways. The water represents the cleansing, sweeping change that these Aquarians often bring with them.
Aquarius is a sign that makes a memorable impact with their strong personality. As this sign is masculine in nature Aquarius women appear to be noticeably robust. These ladies are tough as they are intelligent. Yet Aquarius lady’s ego does not get mixed up in her need to inspire others with hope and positive change. Often devoted to helping careers and work that promotes unity and social liberty, humble lady Aquarius will clearly demonstrate that she finds herself to be no better than anyone else. Her aspirations to help the world have nothing to do with seeking personal glory, she is just a guide.
Yet this mentality differs greatly from our male Aquarius. This manly mind is more than aware of his peculiar type of ingenuity and he hopes that others will follow his brilliance to the top (which is where he hopes to be). Air sign qualities like detached intellectualism predisposes this sign to be on the side of arrogant. Yet Aquarius man is a so smart, it is hard to disagree with his high opinion of himself. Most male Aquarians know to use their socially conscious thinking to make a difference. Trust in his logical radicalism. As zany and unconventional as this sign comes off, they tend to be correct after all is said and done.
Aquarius can face problems due to be being a mental sign that is also fixed. The most common issue with this sign is how easy it is for them to become hypocritical. While expecting others to handle change without a problem, Aquarians dislike when others force ideas upon them. Their philosophies are held near and dear to them, and opposing arguments seem like attacks of a personal nature. Thus Aquarius can go from ignoring someone, to irate anger rather quickly. Most Aquarians aren’t this temperamental, but it is hard to deny that all Aquarians are the best at zoning out of a conversation. This sign gets lost in thought more than any other on the zodiac. They are so caught up in societal issues and bigger picture thinking, they find it hard to relate to the petty grievances often talked about in day-to-day life.
On a bad day Aquarians can also be insecure, contrary, unemotional, cold, spiteful and detached. When Aquarius is unhappy, they are sometimes guilty of displacing their anger onto others. Luckily, these water bearers grow and change exponentially as they age. They eventually learn how to blend in with the more earthly (less cerebral) folks that make up the rest of the zodiac, and they start to save their forceful motions for change until it is fully necessary.
On a good day Aquarius is quite the renaissance man. These natives are socially responsible humanitarians that offer hopeful encouragement to others. They are very fun to hang out with. They adore culture and travel, and they make a point to venture out and discover as much as possible during their lives. The more cultures Aquarius can connect to, the more perspective they have to implement change. This unique character has purposeful intentions to wash away outdated thinking and bring in order to replace that with new ideas that are relevant to the future. Aquarians are likable visionaries, who are loyal, caring, altruistic and kind.
Cheers to the rational rebel, Aquarius.
