Elements

Astrological signs are divided into four elementary groups, each of them consisting of three signs. Different elements represent different sides of personality; the physical, the intellectual, the emotional, and the spiritual. The proportion of elements in the natal chart tells us which side is most prominently expressed in a person's character and how the individual perceives life.

FIRE

The fire triplicity consists of Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius.

Fire signs perceive life intuitively. This elementary group encompasses the most dynamic and daring signs of the zodiac. Their modus operandi is marked by high energy and the need to find inspiration. Their style of thinking is active and fast. Fire is the element of creation.

BALANCED FIRE

If the amount of fire in the chart is in proportion to other elements, the individual is optimistic, spontaneous, inspiring, instinctive, and full of life.

EXCESS OF FIRE

If there is a relatively high amount of fire in the chart, the individual is too enthusiastic, too daring, prone to risk and exaggeration, and consequent burnout. They can also be angry, aggressive, and violent.

DEFICIENCY OF FIRE

If there is a relatively low amount of fire in the chart, the individual is insecure, uninspired, fearful, indecisive, and unimaginative.

AIR

The air triplicity consists of Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.

Air signs perceive life intellectually. This elementary group encompasses the most communicative and imaginative signs of the zodiac. Their modus operandi is marked by originality and the need to exchange ideas. Their style of thinking is rational and innovative. Air is the element of connection.

BALANCED AIR

If the amount of air in the chart is in proportion to other elements, the individual is sociable, objective, fair, open, and honest.

EXCESS OF AIR

If there is a relatively high amount of air in the chart, the individual is restless, nervous, detached, unable to concentrate, and unclear in their expression.

DEFICIENCY OF AIR

If there is a relatively low amount of air in the chart, the individual is introverted, has poor perception, and does not progress easily. Their thinking is slow and unreasonable.

EARTH

The earth triplicity consists of Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn.

Earth signs perceive life practically. This elementary group encompasses the most realistic and pragmatic signs of the zodiac. Their modus operandi is marked by productivity and the need to implement ideas. Their style of thinking is slow and cautious. Earth is the element of materialization.

BALANCED EARTH

If the amount of earth in the chart is in proportion to other elements, the individual is realistic, patient, efficient, reliable, and stable.

EXCESS OF EARTH

If there is a relatively high amount of earth in the chart, the individual is slow, inflexible, and has difficulty comprehending.

DEFICIENCY OF EARTH

If there is a relatively low amount of earth in the chart, the individual is unstable, ungrounded, impractical, irrational, and easily distracted.

WATER

The water triplicity consists of Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces.

Water signs perceive life emotionally. This elementary group encompasses the most sensitive and introspective signs of the zodiac. Their modus operandi is marked by an intuitive insight and the need to find inner motivation. Their style of thinking is indirect and clairvoyant. Water is the element of emotions.

BALANCED WATER

If the amount of water in the chart is in proportion to other elements, the individual is empathetic, calm, gentle, and introspective.

EXCESS OF WATER

If there is a relatively high amount of water in the chart, the individual is too emotional, irrational, overly self-protective, and unrealistic.

DEFICIENCY OF WATER

If there is a relatively low amount of water in the chart, the individual is emotionally detached, cold, unsympathetic, indifferent, unkind, and cruel.