Astrological Terms: Aspects

The term “aspects” refer to the geometric angles planets form to one another in a birth chart. It’s these angles (read: Aspects) that describe the relationship between those planets (e.g., Mars trine Saturn, Moon sextile Pluto, etc.). In Astrology, the square and opposition indicate hardships, while trines are seen as blessings. Yet, without the challenging aspects, the so-called easy aspects have little value.

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Astrological Terms: Modes

The Astrological Modes—Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable—refine & define the expression of each Zodiac Sign. In fact, it’s the combination of Element and Mode that makes each Sign unique, as the Mode filters the way the Elements—Earth, Air, Water & Fire—manifest in the personality. While Signs in the same Element are fundamentally compatible energies, Signs in the same Mode are attractive to us because of the learning we experience through conflict of will.

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