Zodiac sign of Aquarius: independent, open and ahead of its time

Aquarius is the sign of the future. He thinks ahead, questions the usual and looks for ways in which people can live together more freely and fairly. Those born under the sign of Aquarius are independent, open and original and prefer to follow their own convictions rather than the expectations of others.

Here you will find out what makes Aquarius what it is, what his strengths and dark sides are, how he loves and works and why your zodiac sign is only part of your horoscope.

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The nature of Aquarius

Aquarius is a fixed air sign. Traditionally it is ruled by Saturn, and in modern astrology also by Uranus. Fix means: He sticks to his convictions. Air means: It lives in ideas and in exchange. Saturn gives him endurance, Uranus the urge for freedom and renewal.

People with the Sun in Aquarius think in context. You are interested in society, technology, science and everything that can change the world. You meet others without prejudice and on an equal footing.

Aquarius needs space for themselves. He is friendly and sociable, but likes to keep his distance until he knows who he is dealing with. Anyone who belongs to his close circle will experience a loyal friend with a big heart for people.

The strengths of Aquarius

• Originality: He has ideas that others don't think of.
• Openness: He encounters people and ways of life without prejudice.
• Friendship: He is a loyal, easy-going friend.
• Sense of justice: He is committed to the common good.
• Independence: He goes his own way, even against resistance.
• Foresight: He often recognizes developments earlier than others.

Where Aquarius gets in his own way

The distance that Aquarius keeps from feelings can be misunderstood as coolness. When emotions become very strong, he likes to retreat into his head and explain rather than feel.

His spirit of contradiction can also be offensive. Anyone who questions rules on principle doesn't just make friends. And because he often feels different from others, he can feel lonely despite many contacts.

This is how Aquarius grows beyond itself

• Make proximity visible: Tell the people you care about that they are important to you.
• Don't just explain feelings: Some things can just be there without being analyzed.
• Check the rules instead of fighting them: Ask yourself which boundaries make sense before you go around them.
• Implement ideas: Find allies who will persevere and turn your ideas into reality.

Aquarius in love

When it comes to love, Aquarius first looks for friendship. He wants to talk to the person he is talking to, laugh, share ideas and feel free. A person who accepts him as he is wins his heart.

For him, closeness and freedom belong together. He needs his own interests and friendships, even in a committed relationship. Clamping allows him to keep his distance. Trust, on the other hand, makes him stay and then he is a loyal and honest partner.

Aquarians often get along well with other air signs (Gemini, Libra) and with fire signs (Aries, Sagittarius). Leo, his opposite sign, brings warmth and heart and challenges him to visibly show feelings. The entire horoscope shows how two people really work together, for example in Kombin or in the Relationship analysis. You can read more about the character pairs in the article Zodiac sign compatibility.

Aquarius at work

At work, Aquarius wants to try new things and improve things. He brings in unusual ideas and prefers to work with freedom, in teams at eye level.

Many Aquarians find themselves in technology, science, social projects, media or in self-employment. Strict hierarchies restrict them. It is helpful for them to have allies who can help them implement their ideas with perseverance.

Aquarius in friendship and family

As a friend, Aquarius is straightforward, loyal and open to all people. His circle of friends is often colorful and diverse, and he likes to bring people together who have common ideas.

In the family, Aquarius brings fresh thoughts and tolerance. He lets everyone have their own path. He can learn to show closeness even when it is more difficult for him than friendship.

Myth and constellation

Aquarius is often associated with Ganymede, the beautiful youth whom Zeus brought to Olympus so that he could pour nectar to the gods. From his pitcher he pours a stream that flows over the world, an image of the sharing of knowledge and life with all.

Despite the name, Aquarius is one of the air signs: the water in his jug represents ideas and knowledge, not feeling. In astrology, “Aquarius” refers to the eleventh section of the zodiac.

More than your zodiac sign

Your zodiac sign shows where the sun was when you were born. How you feel describes your moon sign, how you act describes your ascendant. An Aquarius with a Moon in Cancer appears more soulful, one with a Moon in Gemini even more lively. More on this Moon in Aquarius, at Ascendant Aquarius and in the overview Planets in the signs.

When are you an Aquarius?

The Sun will be in Aquarius from approximately January 20th to February 18th. The exact changeover days vary by up to one day from year to year. If you were born around January 19th and 20th or February 18th and 19th, your birth time decides.

You can read what the new moon and full moon mean for the time in which they take place allesistenergie.net.

Frequently asked questions about the Aquarius zodiac sign

What element does Aquarius have?

Despite its name, Aquarius is an air sign, along with Gemini and Libra. It is also fixed, i.e. a sign that preserves and deepens.

Which planet rules Aquarius?

Traditionally Saturn, in modern astrology also Uranus. Saturn stands for structure, Uranus for freedom and renewal.

Why are Aquarians so stubborn?

Because they follow their own convictions and like to question what they are used to. This often leads to new ideas, but sometimes also friction with others.

Which zodiac sign suits Aquarius?

Aquarius people often harmonize with Gemini, Libra, Aries and Sagittarius. But what matters is the entire horoscope of both people.

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