VIRGO
MAJOR ARCANA IN TAROT:
SYMBOL
DATES
August 23 - September 22
ELEMENT
MODALITY
Mutable
RULING PLANET
KEY WORDS:
Meticulous, modest, diligent, practical, cautious, perfectionist, methodical, shy, analytical, organised, detail-oriented.
PROS:
reliable, sensible, efficient
CONS:
worrier, critical, discriminating
DESCRIPTION:
Practicality and usefulness is the bane of a Virgoans existence. Deciding on what is or isn’t useful is not just a job for a Virgo, but a mindset and lifestyle. Being able to prioritise/compartmentalise everything in life makes Virgos extremely useful in any situation, although it might not make them the most popular individual. The gift of analysis and perfectionism often causes Virgo people to miss out on the spirit and overall beauty of something, as they are too focused on the small details. Their need for functionality and perfection can also result in a self-sabotaging tendency of ‘analysis paralysis’, afraid of making a move in case something went wrong. This critical nature can be overwhelming for others, however it should be noted that any expectations of the outside world are nothing compared to their own expectations of themselves. Their harsh inner-critic makes Virgos the most humble and modest sign out of all.
In a reading this card suggests to ask yourself whether you are being overly critical of yourself or a specific situation.
ABOUT THE EARTH SIGNS
Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Earth signs focus on materiality - the need to make ‘something’ tangible and physical. If ‘something’ already exists, Earth signs have the need to touch, smell and taste it.
Out of all the elements, Earth is the most tangible, reliable and supportive. Much how our natural Earth support all life, the Earth signs also have these qualities. Realistic and thorough, the Earth signs are mainly concerned with what they can see, touch, smell and taste. Physical and material security brings them comfort - which in turn makes these signs comfortable with responsibilities and the idea of earning a living. They are aware of how themselves and others are reliant on these physical things (home, food, money, etc) - which makes them excellent workers. Their understanding of the ‘real world’ actually makes these signs the most in tune with the ‘now’. They are mainly concerned with ‘what is’ instead of ‘what might be’. Making them grounded, peaceful and happy with everyday life.
ABOUT THE MUTABLE SIGNS
Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces
Born during the ending of each of the seasons, Mutable signs are excellent at coping with endings and changes. As one season changes into another, so are these signs living in a constant state of transformation and fluidity. Not even necessarily wanting for anything permanent or stable, the Mutable signs are also associated with being extremely restless. Where Cardinal signs are linked to beginnings, and Fixed signs are linked to attachments - the Mutable signs are linked to something more abstract and changing: ideas and beliefs. Mutable signs are more interested in learning and philosophising about life - rather than actually living it. Therefore, these signs often don’t have the need for long-term plans or achieving any sort of position of power. This view on life can make the Mutable signs extremely commitment-shy. However, their blasé attitude towards competition makes them extremely agreeable, and the signs most easy to get along with. Whilst this way of being might be perplexing to more practical signs; it is worth noting that there is a reasonable way for the Mutable’s lifestyle. Most people have to adapt to their changing world and life, instead of forcing the world to bend to their will. Such is their nature, that Mutable signs will stay in a situation as long as they're interested; and when that stops, they have no problem changing direction. This can also be applied to the way they deal with conflict - preferring to avoid instead of confront.