Nobody's perfect (not even you, Virgo). Every sun sign is born with traits that can be a source of joy or challenge. It's all in what you do with them. And every zodiac sign has characteristics that will give them bigger challenges throughout their lives. Discover yours and how to overcome it.
Aries: You're Impulsive
Aries, as the first sign of the zodiac year and the cardinal fire sign, you're just loaded with initiating energy. And while that makes you bold and allows you to make brave, brash decisions, you can also be extremely impulsive. There's nothing wrong with impulsivity, per se, but it would definitely serve you well to think a little more before you act. Then, those quick and passionate decisions can be backed up by some thought and reason, which may lead to incredibly successful outcomes.
Before you jump in with both feet, take a deep breath and ask yourself, "Will this decision help take me where I want to go?" Giving yourself a beat to think about it is a great way to check in with yourself before you do something rash.
Taurus: You're Stubborn
If there were a contest for holding your ground among all the zodiac signs, fixed earth Taurus would absolutely win. Earth signs tend to be slow to change and a little stubborn anyway, but then the fixed nature of your sign doubles down on that energy. And stubbornness can be a good thing when you're sticking to your guns over something that matters. But you could benefit from being a little more flexible so that you don't get too entrenched in the familiar and grow unwilling to take risks or become set in your ways.
When you find yourself digging in, ask yourself, "Am I holding my ground because I'm afraid of change, or could a bit more flexibility open up new opportunities?" Recognizing the reason you're resisting change can help you make clearer decisions.
Gemini: You're Indecisive
When it's time to decide, Gemini, your go-to is almost always "I'm of two minds." As a mutable air sign symbolized by The Twins, this makes total sense. Mutable signs are adaptable and change often, and Geminis are known for their dual nature, which can come across as having two different personalities. Meanwhile, the air element in your sign means you spend a lot of time in your head. This all adds up to frequent indecisiveness. And I absolutely understand how hard it can be to choose (I'm a Sagittarius, scroll down, and you'll see my biggest challenge makes this make a ton of sense), but working on being more decisive when it matters can help you be healthier and happier in life.
Work on trusting your gut more. Notice what your initial reaction is when you're faced with a choice and choose that. Do this with small things at first and, as you learn to trust your instincts, bigger things. It's okay to think things through, but overthinking is the cause of your indecisiveness.
Cancer: You Can Be Oversensitive
Hello Cancer. Hopefully you're having a lovely day. You're a water sign, which means you're ruled by your emotions, and your glyph, the Crab, represents that hard shell you use to hide your soft underbelly. People often say things that hurt your feelings — not because they're mean, but because you're sensitive. When you feel hurt, you hide it behind that tough outer shell. They may be surprised (or even shocked) when you reveal the intensity of your hurt.
Your sensitivity is your superpower — it makes you empathetic and kind. It can also make you oversensitive and prone to taking benign comments as a personal attack. When your feelings are hurt, take a beat before you take things personally, and ask yourself if you truly believe the person was acting maliciously. Chances are, they weren't. If you're still not sure, ask them.
Leo: You're a Bit of a Show Off
Leo, as the fixed fire sign of the zodiac, you're mighty proud. You are, after all, the Lion. And this level of pride can make you a bit of a show pony. You love to be the center of attention. This makes you extremely popular, but it can also make you a little vain if you aren't careful.
It's great to love yourself, but be sure to temper it with some humility along the way. Know your audience so your tendency to show off doesn't get you in trouble, you big beautiful being, you!
Virgo: You're Nitpicky
Virgo, your attention to detail and perfectionist streak mean that mistakes almost never get past you. But your perfectionism, while always well-intentioned, extends beyond you to other people. This makes you great at managing projects professionally and personally, but it's not so great when you try to project manage your friends and family.
While your advice is always intended to bring out the best in the people around you, it's easy for them to misperceive it as nitpicking. It's okay to have exacting personal and professional standards, but your relationships will be healthier if you can ease up for friends and family.
Before you nitpick, ask yourself if what you're about to point out really matters in the grand scheme of things. Remind yourself that other people's standards don't have to match your own.
Libra: You're a People Pleaser
Hi Libra! I want you to like me, so I'm going to tell you now that I have Libra rising (which means I have a ton of people pleaser in my personality, too). You crave harmony and balance, Libra, and you'll do what it takes to find it and keep it. This can result in people pleasing tendencies — borne, of course, out of the best of intentions. But people pleasing can also create poor boundaries and cause you to put others' needs ahead of your own. But once you're aware of your people-pleasing tendencies, you can notice when they happen and start to work on them. Think of it as self-care.
Ask yourself, "Is this what I want and how I authentically feel, or am I just trying to make someone else happy?" Remember that "No." is a complete sentence.
Scorpio: You Carry a Grudge
I am married to a Scorpio, and one of the things I tell him all the time is that he carries a grudge like it's his job. He's still mad about a job he didn't particularly like that he lost for political reasons over 25 years ago. Like, really mad about it. It's not just him (although he has Scorpio all over his chart, so he tends to be about as Scorpio as they come).
Carrying a grudge is definitely one of Scorpio's biggest challenges. It's a combination of Scorpio's fixed nature along with the emotional depth and intensity of being a water sign, and the stinging nature of the Scorpion. It's hard for a Scorpio to let go of something they believe was unjust or unfair. But maybe after 25 years or so, it's time for your own peace of mind to just let it go.
When you're feeling especially grudge-y, ask yourself, "Why am I holding onto this? Does holding onto this make me feel better or worse?" If it makes you feel worse, work every day (sometimes for 25 years) on letting it go.
Sagittarius: You Struggle to Commit
As I mentioned, I'm a Sagittarius. And commitment is not my strong suit. I get regular massages, and my massage therapy place suggested I get a membership there because I was paying for the massages anyway, and it would ultimately be cheaper for me. I couldn't bring myself to do it because what if something better came along, and there I was stuck in that darn membership (which, by the way, they said I could cancel with a phone call at any time). Was it reasonable? Nah. But was it totally Sagittarius? Yep.
Sagittarians struggle to commit. It isn't just me. We're mutable fire signs, and we're always on the lookout for that next good thing to the point that we never want to feel like we're stuck with the current good thing. Which means that sometimes, we shoot ourselves in the foot.
Remember that every commitment is, ultimately, reversible. And some commitments are a good thing. Realizing you can always change your mind later makes actually committing to things a little easier.
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Capricorn: You're a Workaholic
Capricorns are some of the most responsible and ambitious members of the zodiac. You're hard workers who are driven to be successful and willing to do the work to get there. Sure, a focus on career and ambition can be great things, but only if it doesn't happen at the detriment of other things in your life, like your friends and family. It's okay to take a break from time to time, Capricorn. Even when you take weekends off and get home before midnight, the rest of the week, you're still most likely to succeed.
Remind yourself that success is far more than money, power, or career, and that the success of your friendships and family relationships are equally important. Set aside time that's specifically dedicated to your relationships, and then work those commitments with the same passion that you chase your ambitions.
Aquarius: You Can Be Emotionally Detached
Aquarius, you're an air sign, which means you're a deep thinker. You spend a lot of time in your head because you have a ton of interesting thoughts and ideas (you're also an innovative thinker). You get passionate about your thought experiments, which often means you fall short in your human interaction.
You're always thinking, which can keep you from connecting. Thinking is good, but so is connecting with your fellow humans. Remind yourself to be present when you're with others. Your thoughts will still be there later.
Pisces: You're Gullible
Pisces, you flow like water (you are the Fish and a water sign, after all). This flow gives you a sense of formlessness that can often feel like a lack of self-definition and overidentification with other people. You're super emotional and connect deeply to others, which also means that you trust deeply (and often too quickly). You give trust when it hasn't been earned, which can make you gullible.
When you meet someone new, take a little time to see if they're worthy of your trust instead of instantly trusting them, and you'll be less likely to get hurt.
You Can Make Your Challenges Your Superpowers
Every trait can present in challenging or useful ways: it's up to you how you work with them. So while these are the biggest challenges for each zodiac sign, they can also become the source of your greatest joys and triumphs. It's totally up to you whether they control you or you control them.
