We’re all familiar with the twelve signs of the Zodiac but there is a very important and ancient further subdivision of the Zodiac based upon it’s the geometric layout. This subdivision gives us the Elements of which there are four: Fire, Air, Earth and Water, and each contain three signs. The Elements correspond with our temperament. Fire and Water are largely primitive and instinctual, having to do with our spontaneous emotions and impulses rather than deliberately planned ideas. Air is more mental or intellectual whereas Earth is more practical and down-to-earth.
Ideally, we would be a balance of all four Elements but we’ve usually more of one Element than another. Below are descriptions of the Elements, what happens when one Element is lacking and how to tune into that Element and bring it into your life. You may find that when you lack a certain Element you attract that quality in others. For example someone with a lot of Air may have lots of great ideas but they need the support of someone with a lot of Earth to help ground them and put their ideas into practise.
The Fire Elements - Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius
Fire comes across as the most positive of the Elements. Fire people are warm, outgoing, passionate, optimistic and enthusiastic. Fire is active and has a tendency to try to dominate and so Fire people will frequently try to force events, especially Aries and Sagittarius. While this can mean they rush things, or act prematurely; they can also achieve success ahead of more hesitant individuals. Fire people want to assert themselves and their needs, to make things happen. Fire energy is forceful, self-confident and aggressive; fond of good living, sport, exercise, company, and adventure; always ready for a new challenge they’re not afraid to take risks in life or love. The problems with Fire energy usually come from its excess such as when they’re too pushy, selfish, impatient, reckless, extravagant, or crude. They may have unrealistic goals and show little sympathy for others.
When your Fire energy is low…
Feeling burnt-out, you lack enthusiasm, vitality, optimism and get-up-and-go. Self-confidence is low; you feel bored and come across as too serious. You’re not very demonstrative and undertaking tasks feels heavy and burdensome. You avoid energetic people and busy places.
How to tune into your Fire Element…
Don’t sit around, don’t be a spectator, get involved. Spend time with other Fire people. Do some exercise or something physically demanding, get involved in something that inspires you or where you can promote yourself or your ideas. Light some candles, go to a fireworks display, and get some sunshine.
