For the first time, astrologer Serina Cappucci shares more than three decades of practical experience in Basic Astrology: Direct and to the Point. This wonderful introduction to astrology delivers what it promises. The subject is treated in a clear, concise, and readily accessible format. Basic Astrology Direct and to the Point provides the novice with immediate understanding, with the core of astrological concepts that can instantly be used to construct and interpret charts.

Basic Astrology

Direct and To the PointBy Serina Cappucci

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Copyright © 2011 Serina Cappucci
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ISBN: 978-1-4567-3580-7

Chapter One

THE "I GROUP"

"I AM AGGRESSIVE"

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac. Its quadruplicity (sign) is Cardinal, and its element is Fire. Because their polarity is positive (masculine), males are more comfortable in this sign than females. Aries is ruled by the fiery planet Mars and is an intellectual. It is also an emotional sign. It is the seed of man. Aries rules the head and is the most passionate sign. On a positive level, Aries is intellectual, youthful, naive, and generous. This sign is given to morals, physical strength, and innovation, and is direct and forceful (the alpha male or female). The Arian sun sign symbolizes the beginners, moving toward objectives to achieve success.

On a negative level, Aries is compulsive and impulsive, which can lead to arrogance and disappointment. If Aries fails, they fall into depression. Aries suffers deep-seated insecurities. They are attached to both mother and father, and they are torn between both. The Arian's childhood is a battleground, with the child not wanting to choose sides between parents. Their arrogance is a compensation for their fear. Praise and security lead them to great success. They fear failure and rejection. Aries has a blind spot, which is an inability to assess human nature, from lack of insight. They are always physically beautiful because they are ruled by Mars (hot). They are fast moving, and once they end relationships, they never look back. They are high achievers. They are idealistic, not strategic (Arian behavior is based on ideas, focusing their energy on long-range planning). They use the frontal attack. This can be interpreted as being high-strung. They are materialistic and must have material rewards. Aries is selfish. They are totally committed to winning, and if they do not, they can defeat themselves. Aries rules the central nervous system and the head.

Attributes:

Positive physically – Aries is active.

Positive mentally – There is a radiant intellect.

Positive emotionally – They are ardent (burning, fiery, and hot).

Positive character – There is nobility.

Negative physically – Aries can be loud and can engage in gossip.

Negative emotionally – They can be hotheaded.

Negative character – This can lead to being hotheaded

Physical sense – Responsive to stimulus.

Mental – They have a mind-over-matter pattern of thinking.

Emotional – Their feelings respond to their environment.

Characteristics: The self-image.

Decants:

Aries – Aries 0 to 10 degrees March 21 to March 30 The first decant is executive qualifications (teachers).

Aries – Leo 10 to 20 degrees March 31 to April 10 The second decant is the passionate artist.

Aries – Sagittarius 20 to 30 degrees April 11 to April 20 The third decant is where you find the philosopher.

"I AM MATERIALISTIC"

TAURUS the second sign of the zodiac. Taurus's polarity is negative (female ruled). Its quadruplicity (sign) is Fixed. This sign is ruled by Venus, and its element is Earth. It is influenced by the mother. Taurians are introverts, and they are opposite Scorpio. The Taurian female is physically strong, and this naturally makes her the strongest female in the zodiac. The Taurian female is the natural mother of the zodiac. Taurian fathers are easygoing and loveable. The Taurian child will follow the mother's strengths and usually marry weak men. In astrology, Taurus is called a negative polarity (female oriented), and a female is right at home in this sign, comfortable in her own skin. This also makes her stronger than the male Taurian. A male born in the sign of Taurus is not as strong as the female because he is out of his comfort zone. Females in this sign have no problem adapting. Taurians fear change, and they are practical. They proceed ahead with caution. Their mode is emotional.

In a positive sense, they are reserved. In a negative sense, they are cold.

Attributes:

Physical level – They respond to stimulus.

Mental level – They have a pattern of thinking.

Character – Their self image is the "total you."

Taurians can be very unforgiving and possessive. They will not accept constructive criticism, because they fear rejection. They cannot accept rejection. The nature is practical. They are good with details, generous, and hardworking. Their basic instinct is to collect things. A life lesson for them to learn is that material things are not as important, and they do not mean love. Their basic emotions are fear and anxiety. They are retentive and repressed. If they are rejected, they material things to build up their egos. They also fear loss of friends and change. They fear disloyalty by friends and loved ones. For that reason, they are always testing their friends and loved ones. They want to make sure of their loyalty. They can become obsessed with this. Because they are Venus ruled, their illnesses deal with the throat, liver, and intestinal region. Also due to the Venus rulerhip, Taurians tend to overeat and/or drink too much.

Personality traits: they have tremendous willpower. They have self-discipline, are determined, and are well organized. They make good leaders. They are loyal, creative, and make good psychotherapists.

Decant:

Taurus – Taurus 0 to 10 degrees April 20 to April 30 The first decant. They make good hosts.

Taurus – Virgo 10 to 20 degrees May 1 to May 10 The second decant. They make good teachers, nurses, and doctors.

Taurus – Capricorn 20 to 30 degrees May 11 to May 20 The third decant. They are good businesspersons.

Taurus has the ability to sooth as well as mother. Since Taurus is the natural second house, it deals with the five senses.

Lesson to learn: They must learn to control their tempers and handle each incident and situation as it comes along rather than storing it up. They tend to bottle things up inside. They can explode.

"I COMMUNICATE"

II

Gemini is the third sign of the zodiac, and its quadruplicity is mutable. It is ruled by the planet Mercury. Its polarity is positive (masculine). Gemini is an Air element and is lively and positive. It is frenzied and disorganized. On a positive mental level, they can be brilliant. On a negative level, this brilliance can become scattered. On an emotional level, Gemini is idealistic, as all Air signs can become shallow. The character of Gemini, on a positive level, is idealistic. Gemini is interested in communication. Geminis are multitalented, diversified, and can actually perform more than one task at a time, keeping the flow of things in order systematically. They are gossips. Gemini is a positive polarity, and they emulate father's image for better or worse. They, too, are an emotional sign. Their basic nature is idealistic and mutable. They are adaptable and are experience seekers. Gemini is "mercurial."

Positive level: Geminis have lightning-quick minds. They are mentally and physically excellent.

Negative level: They are inconsistent. No patience, irritable, superficial, compulsive, and obsessed with the desire to analyze. They can be manic depressants.

Gemini has an id-ego conflict. They fear inadequacy and are insecure. They fight with words. The Gemini life lesson is to learn to accept the fact that they have dual personalities. They are impulsive. Gemini is a positive...