Sign Qualities of the Zodiac
Sign Qualities of the Zodiac
Aries, March 21 to April 20
Passion Rating 5
How to Catch Aries' Attention
Engage in long conversations, and listen more than you talk
Never, ever whine or act clingy
Be spontaneous...about your plans for the evening, about dinner, about sex
Say what you mean and mean what you say
Be generous with praise, stingy with criticism
Flirt creatively
Aries in Love
Aries is
An old-fashioned, hearts-and-flowers romantic
Clear about what he/she wants
More interested in chasing than in being chased
Active in trying to impress a potential lover
Blind to a mate faults
What Aries Expects from a mate
Admiration
A busy social calendar
A mate who is completely faithful
Someone who's excited by the same things he/she is
Willingness to adapt to his/her plans
What Aries Likes, and Doesn't Like
Aries Enjoys
Challenging work
Running things
A trophy lover
Public praise
Prompt attention in stores and restaurants
Things that Annoy Aries
Last year's model of anything
Delays (in traffic, in service, in having his/her calls returned)
Being tied down
Being bored
Being ignored
Aries and Sex
Sexual Attitude
No long-term commitment necessary
Sure of what he/she wants
Likes to experiment
All the senses are involved
Feels entitled to an orgasm every time
What Excites Aries
A mate who's willing to try new things
Being totally in charge, or totally out of control!
Taking risks in public places
Sharing fantasies
Talking dirty
The Aries Personality
Positive Aspects
Incredible energy and enthusiasm
Very competitive
Rebounds quickly from setbacks
Fair in dealings with others
Hard working
Not afraid to take a stand
Challenging Aspects
Impatient
Quick temper
Extremely focused on own goals
Over-reacts to opposition
Often doesn't know when to quit
Much too honest at times
The Aries "Look"
Buff, toned body
Well-defined facial features
Good hair (or a distinguished scalp!)
Sharp dresser
Ages gracefully
Ruling Planet: Mars
Named for the Roman god of war, Mars gives people born under the sign of Aries the strength to face a crisis with courage and leadership. Also due to this planet's influence is Aries' fierce competitiveness in sports, business, and daily life. The bad news: Aries are naturally stubborn even when they know they're wrong, and they're impatient with people who aren't as quick to see a solution.
Taurus, April 21 to May 21
Passion Rating 4
How to Catch Taurus's Attention
Go slow. Speed and pressure scare Taurus.
Introduce new ideas but don't ask for a decision right away.
Emphasize your dependable, down-to-earth side.
Don't waste your money on trinkets. Buy sterling, not silverplate, and 18 karat gold jewelry, not gold-filled.
Learn to cook, and practice a dish at least twice before serving it.
Decide what's more important to you: romantic gestures, being swept off your feet, or having somebody who's there when you need him/her.
Taurus in Love
Taurus is
Someone who commits fast
Faithful
Open about his/her feelings
Sends all the right signals
Somewhat shy
What Taurus Expects from a mate
Fidelity
Honesty about the relationships
Personal integrity
Respect for events and people important to him/her
Good grooming and quality clothing
What Taurus Likes, and Doesn't Like
Taurus Enjoys
A comfortable lifestyle
Plenty of money
Sex
Good food at home and great restaurants
Predictable schedules
Things that Annoy Taurus
Sudden change, especially for no good reason
Being rushed
A mate with a roving eye
Impulse spending
Being in a room full of strangers
Taurus and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Sensual
Direct about likes and dislikes
Full of compliments
A fast recycle time
Wants no one but you
What Excites Taurus
A mate who's a classy dresser
Slow, gentle foreplay
Lots of non-sexual touching
Top-of-the-line food and drink
Simple pleasures, nothing dark or too exotic
The Taurus Personality
Positive Aspects
Very reliable
Gracious to guests of any age or political affiliation
Creative problem-solver
Takes good care of people and possessions
A very good listener
Very organized
The Downside
Resists talking about feelings
Moody (the result of burying emotion so deeply)
Bull-headed (where do you think the term came from?)
Slow to get started...in the morning, in the relationship, in bed
Can be too materialistic at times
Detests change of any kind
The Taurus "Look"
Average height, whether male or female
Puts on weight easily
High-spirited hair
Good complexion
Smaller, well-defined lips and eyes
Ruling Planet: Venus
Named for the goddess of Love, this planet is responsible for Taurus's laid-back sensuality and love of luxury.
Gemini, May 22 to June 21
Passion Rating 2
How to Catch Gemini's Attention
Read a lot so you know a little bit about everything
Keep it light
Be flexible. Gemini treasures spontaneity
Avoid prying into Gemini's feelings
Don't make long-term plans
Drop everything when Gemini calls
Gemini in Love
Gemini is
Scared of strong emotion
Not used to expressing how he/she feels
Likely to pretend you're "just friends"
Easily spooked
Extremely sensitive
What Gemini Expects from a mate
Sharing Gemini's interests
Mind-reading ability
No assumptions that the relationship will be permanent
Self-reliance
Patience and forgiveness
What Gemini Likes, and Doesn't Like
Gemini Enjoys
Small talk
Toys, especially mechanical and technogeek toys
Pie-in-the-face humor
Gossip
Melodrama
Things that Annoy Gemini
Boring conversation
Days with nothing to do
Nosy neighbors/friends/families
Intellectual books, movies, discussion
Needy whining
Gemini and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Uninhibited
Guilt-free
Experimental
Falls fast but not necessarily wisely
Explicit about desires
What Excites Gemini
Talking about your fantasies
Talking about his/her fantasies
Praise
Mirrors, video playback
Surprises
The Gemini Personality
Positive Aspects
Creative thinker
Curious about every aspect of life
Youthful attitude
Great communicator
Charming company
Accepting of others
Challenging Aspects
Easily bored
Jittery
Avoids commitment
Prone to depression
Hard to pin down
Always looking for the next thing
The Gemini "Look"
Problem skin
Beautiful eyes
High forehead
Usually slim, whether tall or short
Engaging smile
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Named for the clever messenger of the Roman gods, the planet Mercury gives Gemini the sharp wit and clever conversation that makes him/her a treasured lunch companion and party guest. The downside is that Geminis are hopeless gossips.
Cancer, June 22 to July 22
Passion Rating 4
How to Catch Cancer's Attention
Learn to dance
Send flowers, exquisite chocolates
Read cookbooks instead of novels
Praise his/her home, furniture, neighborhood
Share your feelings
Care about people who are close to him/her
Cancer in Love
Cancer is
Fearful of looking foolish
Unlikely to make the first move
Very receptive to admiration
Extremely faithful
Family-oriented
What Cancer Expects from a SpaceMate™
Fidelity
Security
Devotion
Nurturing supports
Shared values
What Cancer Likes, and Doesn't Like
Cancer Enjoys
Tasteful luxury in clothing, cars, and home furnishings
Shopping (even the guys!)
Celebrating Special Occasions
Good food and drink
Being thanked
Things that Annoy Cancer
Teasing
Criticism, no matter how mild
Ungrateful people
Being gossiped about
Having someone else in control
Cancer and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Sensual
Needs to feel completely secure
Responds well to a romantic setting
Discreet
Affection is as important as foreplay
What Excites Cancer
Massages
Sensual clothing
Being near natural bodies of water
Exotic scents
Cuddling and pillow-talk
The Cancer Personality
Positive Aspects
Great sense of humor
Enjoys home-making
Supportive
Good memory
Gracious host
Sensitive to others' feelings
Challenging Aspects
Sometimes loves to the point of smothering
Moody
Non-assertive
Holds grudges
Thinks too much
May be too attached to family
The Cancer "Look"
Distinctive jaw line
Rounded figure
"Campbell Soup kids" cheeks
Medium to tall in height
Healthy head of hair
Ruling Planet: the Moon
Not technically a planet, the moon governs Cancer's emotions and strengthens the feminine, compassionate side of the Cancer personality. Cancer's mood shifts are less predictable than the moon's phases, however.
Leo, July 23 to August 23
Passion Rating 5
How to Catch Leo's Attention
Let Leo make the decisions
Dress like the leader you are
Have a life of your own
Be lavish with your praise
Keep the intimate details of your relationship to yourself
Give lavish gifts
Leo in Love
Leo is
Very open about his/her feelings
Faithful
Hungry for attention and praise
Turns the world upside down to please you
Easily hurt
What Leo Expects from a mate
Absolute faithfulness
Your undivided attention
Worship
Classy clothes, hair, taste
Honesty
What Leo Likes, and Doesn't Like
Leo Enjoys
The spotlight
Applause
Spending money on the very best
Parties
Having to make tough decisions
Things that Annoy Leo
Leaders who don't lead
Shady ethics
Being ignored
Someone else being in charge
Shoddy clothes, bad haircuts, rundown houses
Leo and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Creative
Exuberant
Needs to take without necessarily giving back
Affection
Loyalty
What Excites Leo
Glamorous settings
Partners who understand the many uses of power
Classy clothes, and someone who looks classy without them
Flirtation
Being in charge
The Leo Personality
Positive Aspects
Honest
Upbeat
Competent
Gets along with almost everybody
Courageous
Decisive
Challenging Aspects
Hogs the spotlight
Stubborn
"My way or the highway"
Doesn't delegate
Pouts when he/she is thwarted
Unable to hide what he/she really thinks
The Leo "Look"
Confident posture
Dresses for success
Distinctive hair
Well-toned body
Squared fingers
Ruling Planet: The Sun
The center of the solar system accounts for Leo's large ego, but also provides the light, heat and energy that makes Leo so attractive.
Virgo, August 24 to September 22
Passion Rating 4
How to Catch Virgo's Attention
Quit smoking, moderate your drinking, get plenty of exercise
What happens between you, stays between you. Virgo hates being gossiped about
Keep your living space tidy and the inside of the car clean
Shave, shower, and shampoo daily
Cross your t's and dot your i's, because details are important to Virgo
Be persistent. Virgo is naturally cautious
Virgo in Love
Virgo is
Very proper
More interested in giving than receiving
Cautious about declaring feelings
Content to wait for someone who needs his/her standards
Extremely private
What Virgo Expects from a mate
No boasting about intimacies
Tender loving care in sickness and disappointment
Mental and physical fitness
Punctuality
Persuasion rather than power plays
What Virgo Likes, and Doesn't Like
Virgo Enjoys
Needlework or building intricate models
Earth tones and pastels
Lively conversation
Exercise
Checking off tasks on a 'To Do' lists
Things that Annoy Virgo
People who don't stick to the schedule
Gossip, especially about Virgo's love life
Hypocrisy
Anything done in a sloppy way
Crowds
Virgo and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Loves to please
Doesn't like public displays of affection
Welcomes emotionally needy lovers
Slow to start but capable of sustained pleasure
Wants seduction, not instant turn-ons
What Excites Virgo
Feeling gorgeous
Extended foreplay
Sophisticated technique
Feeling a little bit wicked
Daytime encounters
The Virgo Personality
Positive Aspects
Practical
Detail-oriented
Organized
Content to be a background player
Responsible
Warm and sympathetic
Challenging Aspects
Overly critical
Finds it hard to relax
Worries constantly
Worries a lot about heath
Shy about displaying affection in public
Has impossible standards for everyone, including self
The Virgo "Look"
Careful, if uninspired, dresser
High forehead
Slim
Very good personal hygiene (flosses twice a day)
Walks with head held high
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Named for the god of communication, Mercury accounts for Virgo's sharp mind, way with words and eye for detail.
Libra, September 23 to October 23
Passion Rating 3
How to Catch Libra's Attention
Take the decision-making role
Make your initial approach courteous. Strong come-ons spook Libra.
Insist that punctuality is artificial
Give luxurious gifts in good taste
Clean up your language
Libra in Love
Libra is
Blind to your faults
Timid about making the first move
Totally devoted to your emotional comfort
Faithful
Unwilling to argue
What Libra Expects from a mate
Loyalty
Admiration
Self-reliance
Amusement
Similar taste in clothes, cars, furnishings
What Libra Likes, and Doesn't Like
Libra Enjoys
Good food and good company
Gentle recreation
Doing things for other people
Nice possessions
Fair play
Things that Annoy Libra
Nagging and arguments
Crude language
Shoddy merchandise
Poor service
Aggressive behavior
Libra and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Would rather wait for the right partner
Seeks commitment, not a one-night stand
Wants an elegant setting for romantic encounters
Responds to warmth and courtesy rather than crude talk
Expects good personal hygiene in a lover
What Excites Libra
An experienced, knowledgeable lover
Mirrored ceilings
Expert backrubs
The possibility of being seen
Watching the instant replay on video
The Libra Personality
Positive Aspects
Diplomatic
Able to see both sides of a question
Rarely jumps to conclusions
Gracious host
Has a strong sense of justice
Discreet about what he/she knows
Challenging Aspects
Indecisive
Worries too much
Prefers working in the background
Has champagne taste on a beer budget
Tries too hard to make a good impression
Avoids confrontation
The Libra "Look"
Dimples
Slim, graceful athletic build
Distinctive dresser but not showy
No one facial feature dominant
Never ugly, usually good-looking
Ruling Planet: Venus
Venus influences Libra more towards romance as well as sex. Libra loves bringing people together and putting them at ease, and also give Libra his/her love for luxury and self-indulgence.
Scorpio, October 24 to November 22
Passion Rating 5
How to Catch Scorpio's Attention
Be mysterious about your life and feelings
Be aggressive in pursuing him/her
Let Scorpio make most of the decisions
Be romantic in a brooding, intense way (no smiley faces)
Hang on every word Scorpio says
Look deep into his/her eyes
Scorpio in Love
Scorpio is
Secretive about liking you
Extremely intense about feelings toward you
Brutally honest
Reticent about showing affection
Afraid of being hurt
What Scorpio Expects from a mate
100% fidelity
Keeping confidences
Forgiveness for unintentional wounds and words said in anger
Appreciation for the gift of Scorpio's confidence
Submission to his/her will
What Scorpio Likes, and Doesn't Like
Scorpio Enjoys
Puzzles
Figuring out what makes people tick
Being in the inner circle
Knowing the story behind the story
Being in charge
Things that Annoy Scorpio
Flattery
Suck-ups
Being analyzed (Scorpio can dish it out, but can't take it)
Strangers who hug and kiss
Superficial conversation
Scorpio and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Obsessed by sex even though he/she might not be a participant
Open to experimentation
Needs to be the one in charge
Likes extended romantic encounters, not quickies
More intense than playful
What Excites Scorpio
An element of danger
Erotic art and films
A lover who is exotic or unusual in appearance
Competition
Discovering your lover's deepest secrets
The Scorpio Personality
Positive Aspects
Very devoted to family
Honest
Remembers favors received
Magnetic personality
Unshockable
Sensual
Challenging Aspects
Very moody
Stubborn
Possessive
Never forgets an insult
Suspicious
Hot temper
The Scorpio "Look"
Short to medium height
Disproportionately short limbs
Males have hairy bodies but begin to bald early
Intense, penetrating eyes
Smiles seldom but radiantly
Ruling Planet: Pluto
Named for the god of the underworld, Pluto influences Scorpio's smoldering inner core and the regenerative forces (sex!) that bring birth and death to the world.
Sagittarius, November 23 to December 21
Passion Rating 4
How to Catch Sagittarius's Attention
Keep a travel bag packed at all times, and your passport updated
Be flexible in your plans
Keep schedules and household rules to a minimum
Don't make fun of other people
Keep it light” Sagittarius is a commitment-phobe
Laugh at his/her jokes
Sagittarius in Love
Sagittarius is
Funny
Not interested in settling down
Cheerful
Open about his/her feelings
Convinced that people are basically good
What Sagittarius Expects from a mate
A sunny disposition
Shared spiritual values
Fidelity
A forgiving nature (Sagittarius makes a lot of social blunders)
Respect for Sagittarius's freedom
What Sagittarius Likes, and Doesn't Like
Sagittarius Enjoys
A willing and uncomplaining travel companion
Intellectual conversation
Funny stories, especially ones that don't put down other people
Great eating, especially locals specialties
A good laugh
Things that Annoy Sagittarius
Moody people
Solemn occasions
Schedules, details, balancing checkbooks
You flirting with other people
Arguments
Sagittarius and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Wants you to be exclusive
Doesn't necessarily want to be exclusive with you
Fun in bed
Nothing dark or rough
Open discussion of what works and what doesn't
What Excites Sagittarius
Exotic partners
New positions
Being naked while doing everyday things
Talking dirty
Orgies
The Sagittarius Personality
Positive Aspects
Cheerful
Optimistic
Spiritual, although in an unconventional sense
Forgiving
Intellectually curious
Trusting
Humorous
Challenging Aspects
Forgetful
Self-indulgent
Disorganized
Tactless at times (but never deliberately)
Hot temper
Rarely on time for anything
The Sagittarius "Look"
Younger than actual age
Shaggy
Offbeat sense of dress that rarely "works" in the fashion sense
Body not proportional
Usually taller than the norm
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Named for the Jolly ruler of the Roman heavens, Jupiter influences Sagittarius's ready laugh and sunny disposition, and also is the root of a Sag's hot temper.
Capricorn, December 22nd to January 19th
Passion Rating 4
How to Catch Capricorn's Attention
Wear classy clothes
Invest in a haircut to match
Practice being patient. Capricorns simply can't be rushed.
Put your personal finances in order
Give valuable antiques, not trinkets
Don't fish for compliments
Capricorn in Love
Capricorn is
Reserved about his/her emotions
Charming
Cautious about committing
Committed to family
Emotionally and financially stable
What Capricorn Expects from a mate
Commitment
Independent
Discreet about the love affair
Emotionally and financially secure
Courtesy
What Capricorn Likes, and Doesn't Like
Capricorn Enjoys
Privacy
An organized, predictable life
Quiet pleasures
Home and family
Clear goals
Things that Annoy Capricorn
Disorganized ventures
Rude people
Poor service
Intrusive neighbors and friends
Being teased
Capricorn and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Totally committed to you
Slow to start and long to finish
Considerate of your wishes
Very direct
Commits long-term
What Excites Capricorn
Dominating you
Being dominated
You reading his/her mind
Normal, wholesome, non-kinky sex
Losing control
The Capricorn Personality
Positive Aspects
Feet-on-the-ground realism
Good strategist
Reliable
Tenacious
Has natural executive ability
Responsible
Challenging Aspects
Can be a workaholic
Opinionated
Finds it hard to express emotions
Self-conscious
Hates to be teased
Pessimistic
The Capricorn "Look"
Excellent, if conservative, wardrobe
Shorter than average; males tend to be stocky
Always looks middle aged, even when young or very old
Good teeth
Frowns when concentrating on a task, which means a Cap frowns a lot
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Named for the planet once thought to be outermost in the solar system, Saturn symbolizes the limitations of life a Capricorn works to overcome, as well as the sense of responsibility and clear sense of reality that characterizes those born under this sign.
Aquarius, January 20th to February 18th
Passion Rating 3
How to Catch Aquarius's Attention
Dress unconventionally.
Respect Aquarius's reluctance to commit
Develop a global perspective
Don't try to change anything about him/her
Stay friends for a long time before becoming lovers
Make spontaneous suggestions for out-of-the-ordinary activities
Aquarius in Love
Aquarius is
Very protective of his/her independence
In love with the idea of love, but sometimes finds the reality unpleasant
Never jealous
Spontaneous
Hesitant to commit long-term
What Aquarius Expects from a mate
Monogamy
Tolerance
Acceptance of friends
Respect for his/her personal space
No strings unless it's Aquarius's idea
What Aquarius Likes, and Doesn't Like
Aquarius Enjoys
Public praise
Making the world a better place
Privacy
Causing a stir
Being in charge
Things that Annoy Aquarius
Aggressive people
Someone else hogging the spotlight
Being taken for granted
Being boxed in, either physically or emotionally
Routine
Aquarius and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Completely non-jealous
Independent but able to commit if it's Aquarius's idea
Not interested in the causes of your moods
Seldom falls truly in love
When Aquarius does fall in love, it's usually permanent
What Excites Aquarius
Violating taboos
Erotic conversation
Extended physical contact
Imaginative role-playing, as long as Aquarius gets to direct
Finding new places that excite you
The Aquarius Personality
Positive Aspects
Dependable
Very social
Cares about making the world a better place
Independent thinker
Accepting of all people
Great conversationalist
Challenging Aspects
More comfortable with theory than reality
Dress in an attention-getting fashion
Would rather talk than act
Wants to know too much detail
Sometimes seems to disagree for the sake of disagreeing
Gives own independence first priority
The Aquarius "Look"
High forehead
Disheveled hair and clothes
Dreamy, distant look
Average to tall in height
Infrequent but sunny smile
Ruling Planets: Uranus and Saturn
Saturn contributes wisdom and the desire to improve the world. Uranus influences an Aquarian's eccentricity, for this planet behaves differently from most of the others in the solar system, both in its unconventional orbit and in its orientation in space (Uranus's polar regions are at its sides, not top and bottom like the other planets).
Pisces February 19 to March 20
Passion Rating 3
How to Catch Pisces' Attention
Romantic gifts
Romantic gestures
Romantic getaways
Frequent declarations of love
Take care of the everyday details
Be exclusive as soon as you start seeing each other
Pisces in Love
Pisces is
Actively looking for love
Easily swept off his/her feet
Desperate for reassurance
Ready to commit sooner than most other people
Frequently hurt
What Pisces Expects from a mate
Romance
Confidences
Shared vision of the future
Respect for Pisces' dreams and goals
Fidelity
What Pisces Likes, and Doesn't Like
Pisces Enjoys
Classic films, visits to the art museum, concerts
Candlelit dinner in exquisite restaurants
Sword-and-sorcery novels (men) or any book involving unicorn or fairies (women)
Walks along secluded beaches, especially at dawn or dusk
Paris
Things that Annoy Pisces
Soviet architecture
Violent entertainment
Noisy crowds
Drunks
Rough fabric
Pisces and Sex
Sexual Attitude
Affectionate and erotic
Needs privacy
Responsive to your fantasies
Wants reassurance
Independent
What Excites Pisces
Erotic clothing
Being naked together
Doing it on the beach, underwater,
Explicit instructions
Foreplay that starts out gently and peaks in intensity
The Pisces Personality
Positive Aspects
Compassionate
A gracious host
Spiritual
Artistic
Enjoys being part of a group
Organized
Generous to friends and strangers alike
Challenging Aspects
Very shy
Thin-skinned
Dreamy manner
Often feels helpless
Finds it hard to make decisions
Moody
The Pisces "Look"
Average height
Gains weight readily, especially later in life
Sleepy eyes
Sensitive skin
Warm smile
Ruling Planets: Jupiter and Neptune
Jupiter, ruler of the gods, contributes your compassion for other people and your organizational skills. Neptune, the sea god, is appropriate for the sign of the two fishes and rules your hidden life, your unconscious, and your spiritual side.
