Gemini May 21 - June 21

GeminiThe Astrological Symbol of Gemini is the Twins. Like twins, Geminis often have a dual nature andare skilled at seeing both sides of a problem, but they may also be fickle and restless. They arechangeable and sometimes noncommittal. In this way, Gemini exemplifies the Mutable Quality assigned to it. They areadaptable and able to tackle multiple tasks simultaneously, and they know how to reason with people,but they may lack follow-through or seem ungrateful. Within the Zodiac, Gemini is opposite Sagittarius, the Sign of Philosophy. WhileSagittarius tends to have one major interest that is studied deeply, Gemini people tend to have manydifferent interests they study in less detail. They love to learn, and are analytical and versatile,but their study may be more superficial than in-depth. Gemini is ruled by the Planet Mercury. Inancient Roman mythology, Mercury (and his Greek equivalent, Hermes) was the Messenger God. He wasassociated with travel and transportation. He was a communicator, quick-witted and inventive, but hecould also be a smooth-talker and get bored easily. As a Planet, Mercury is androgynous; Gemini is themasculine (or day) half and Virgo the feminine(or night). Both Signs rule by words and logic, not emotion: Gemini is interested in communication as a way of making friends and learning, while Virgo is more focused on the analytical side, understanding what people are really saying. Mercury'srole as communicator is exemplified in Gemini. People born under the Twins are charming and congenial,and they often have many friends and acquaintances in all areas of their lives. If they aren'tcareful, they may appear to be scheming or gossipy. Their facility in adapting to new challenges mayseem like opportunism. Their interest in numerous subjects shows they are adaptable and curious, butthey may seem like they lack concentration of have difficulty making decisions. Geminis who learn tofocus and use their intellect in one area, instead of fidgeting, tend to be very successful. The Element associated with Geminiis Air. Air Signs are intellectual: they tend to respond to the world through intellect, rather thanphysical action, practicality, or emotion. When presented with a new project, their mental abilitieskick in and they join the group enthusiastically. While they don't tend to be leaders, their facilityfor abstract reasoning and broad-minded outlook enables Geminis to make strong contributions toprojects they work on. Their logic and objectivity may help them see past roadblocks caused byemotional conflicts among others, but their intellectual orientation may seem cold and impractical tosome. It is important for Geminis to learn that their love of lly inclined. They are more likely to be ambidextrous than otherSigns, and can be inconsistent. Because they are "of two minds," people born under Gemini may tend toshift interests and seem scattered and high-strung. Their many interests, however, makes thementertaining and stimulating conversationalists with a carefree and unpredictable twist. In their leisure time, Geminis tend to enjoy pairing up with a partner for recreation. They oftenhave a ffor them, and their inquisitive and literary orientation means they enjoymentally challenging pursuits as well. In loverelationships, Gemini is caring, flirtatious, and playful. Gemini rules the collarbone, the arms and hands, the lungs, and the nervous system. People bornunder Gemini may suffer from wrist problems, such as carpal-tunnel syndrome, respiratory ailments, andnervous conditions more often than people born under other Signs. Gemini's colors are yellow and skyblue, the color of Air. The great strength of the Gemini-born is in their intellectual and conversational skills. They cananalyse difficult ideas and communicate them clearly to others. Their many interests put them amongthe most fascinating characters of the Zodiac.