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The Lowdown on Virgo
Not a Virgo you say? Well let me tell you something. You actually are! In a way.
You see, not all of us have our sun sign or a planet in Virgo bu that doesn’t mean that those of us who lack Virgo in our birth chart are deficet of Virgo traits. Our birth chart divides our human experience into 12 categories (houses).
Our first house starts with our rising sign and works it way around counter clockwise and ends with the zodiac sign that preceedes you rising. Read more in depth about the 12 house astrological system.
These 12 houses include ALL the zodiac signs, meaning we’re essentially ALL Virgos but to different degrees. If you have planets and asteroids in Virgo then your virgo traits will be more easilty expressed and visible, of course.
This information will be relveant for everyone since everyone has a Virgo house so keep reading to get the 411 on the the sign of the virginal maiden. I will say however, it is up to you to decide for yourself how this information will resonate with you based on:
- How much Virgo is in your chart
- The themes of the house it resides in of your individual birth chart
The zodiac sign Virgo (August 23 – September 22) is the sixth sign (natural ruler of the 6th house) of the zodiac, symbolized by the Maiden. This sign is recongized for it’s practical nature, attention to detail, and strong work ethic. Virgo is an earth sign, ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication and intellect.
Virgo is a mutable sign, meaning it brings qualities of adaptability and resourcefulness. But what sets it apart from the other mutable signs (Gemini, Sagittarius, and Pisces) is their focus on the tangible and practical aspects of life. Virgo energy is very methodical and seeks perfection in everything it sees, hears, smells, touches, and tastes.
Please keep in mind as you read this that whenever I describe something as being “Virgo” I am always refering to the energies associated with the sign and how they might show up in human behavior. This article is not meant to stereotype or disown personal accounatbility of people who have Virgo placements and possess Virgo traits.
Key Traits of Virgo
Keep in mind these traits may resonate with anyone, but may especially resonate with those that have a Virgo Rising, Sun, or Moon.
Since Virgos are known for being quite the analytical bunch with a pragmatic approach to life, they’re naturally inclined to organization. The key traits associated with Virgo include:
Perfectionism
Virgos’ keen eye for detail and their meticulousness makes them strive for excellence and are almost never satisfied with anything less than perfect (or what they deem as perfect. This desire for perfection can sometimes lead to being overly critical of themselves and others or becoming overly stressed when things don’t go as planned.
Hardworking
On a positve note, Virgos do have a strong sense of duty and a fantastic work ethic. But they can be prone to taking their responsibilities too seriously because they are so incredibly dedicated to achieving their goals. It’s easy for Virgo folks to feel as if they’re not reconginzed for their hard work, leading them work even more, pushing them onto the brink of a burnout.
Analytical and Practical
Being ruled by the planet of Mercury, Virgos approach problems with logic and reason. They are the masters of breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps, making them excellent problem solvers.
Modest and Humble
Virgos are known for being very shy. They tend toward modesty and are usually quite humble and are the least likely to seek the spotlight. They prefer to work behind the scenes and let their accomplishments speak for them so they don’t have to.
Health and Wellness-Oriented
Many Virgos have a strong connection to their physical well-being, so they’re naturally inclined to look after their overall health more than any other sign. They are mindful of their diet, exercise routines, and their all encompassing lifestyle. Often times, they can be obseesed with purity and cleanliness.
Dependable
One of the greatest strengths of Virgo is their reliability. They strive to be punctual, responsible, and take their commitments seriously.
Virgo in Love and Relationships
Keep in mind, these traits may resonate with anyone, but may especially resonate with those that have a Virgo Venus, Mars, Moon, Mars, or Mercury
Virgos in their approach to love and relationships are very thoughtful, cautious, and they’re often slow to open up. Virgos prefer take their sweet, sweet time getting to know people. This is because they are seeking meaningful bonds that have the potential to last a long time and don’t want to waste their time on something that is fleeting.
Compatibility with Other Signs
Now, I’m not too big of a fan of determing single sign and planet compatability because you need the entire birth charts of the people in question to determine that (read my last post where I touch briefly on relationship astrology). However, some signs flow more naturally and with more ease with one another, increasing the chances of good compatability.
Virgos have a very grounded nature, so other earth signs like Taurus and Capricorn share Virgo’s practical nature and focus on stability. The water signs of Cancer and Scorpio, who naturally posses emotional depth can offer a non threatening environment for the Virgo to feel safe enough to let their guard down.
Love Language
The sign of Virgo is most likely to show their love for you through acts of service. They love doing things to make the lives of their loved ones easier. They value consistency, loyalty, and intellectual stimulation in their relationships. So if you prefer grand romantic gestures of lavish gifts and expensive dates, then Virgo love may not be for you.
How They Show Up in Relationships
Once you’ve got a commited Virgo in your corner, count yourself a lucky duck! You just found yourself a devoted and loyal person. They excel at continiously working to nurture their relationships with care, attention to detail, and providing practical support.
On the negative side, they can be overly critical at times if they feel you aren’t living up their expectations and might demand perfection. They tend to set high standards for everything in their life and their relationships are no exception. So, if nitpicking irks your nerves, you might not want to get too inlvoved.
Virgo in Career and Work
Because of the Virgo’s innate sense of duty and methodical approach to life they makes top employees in the workplace, reliable co-workers, and efficent leaders in their chosen professions. They thrive in roles that require constant organization (or reorganization), a sharp eye for spotting errors, and analytical thinking.
Virgos are adept at bringing structure and order to chaotic environments. This is all thanks to their talent for creating efficient systems that ease the flow of the work for everyone involved. These are your go to people for troubleshooting shooting and brainstroming solutions.
It’s not uncommon for Virgos to find satisfaction in careers that allow them to be of service to others from healthcare, to education, to even social work. They have a natural sense of compassion and empathy that truly shines in service-oriented jobs and careers.
Ideal Careers
Virgos’ detail-oriented nature and propensity for purity and health makes them wonderful doctors, nurses, or nutritionists.
Since they’re ruled by the planet of Mercury, Virgos can also be drawn to writing, editing, or roles that require great communication skills for these roles that require precision and contanst revision.
Their analytical nature would make them fantastic analysts. These skills are very valued and sought out in fields of finance, data, research, and many others.
While others may consider it a drab or a day job, Virgo thrives in positions like office management, being personal assistants, or even event planning. These jobs are usually safe, stable, and call upon their gift of organization and effective management.
Virgo and Health
Virgo rules the digestive system, meaning they are often more in tune with their bodies and can be prone to stress-related digestive issues. It would only be natural for them to have an interest in health, nutrition, and wellness.
Virgos often pay close attention to what they eat. These are the folks you might see clean eating or engaging in holistic health practices. They’re also known to highly prioritze regular exercise and engaging in daily self-care.
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Funnily enough, because of their overall perfectionist tendencies, Virgos can be prone to stress and anxiety, especially when they feel overwhelmed by tasks or when things don’t go according to plan. Stress management is key for Virgos to obtaining great all encompassing health and general wellness. They can especially benefit from relaxation rituals like meditation or yoga.
Virgo’s Ruling Planet: Mercury
Mercury is the planet of communication, intellect, and reason which explains why Virgo is incredibly sharp-minded with a natural ability to dissect information, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems. Unlike the other Mercury-ruled sign, Gemini that focuses on a wide range of tasks and pursuits various interests, Virgo laser focuses on one specific area to master in to refine and perfect.
Virgo’s Mode: Mutable
Virgo’s modality is mutable, meaning their main default of operation is being adaptable and flexible. Though mutability is seen as unpredicatble and spontaneous in the other mutable signs (Gemini, Sagittarius, and Pisces) their mutable quality allows them to pivot and adjust as necessary, making them great at handling change, all the while still being able to provide and maintain order.
What We Can Learn From Virgo
Virgo reminds us to be careful and thoughtful in all that we do. By taking things step by step and taking notice of even the smallest of things brings us closer to turning chaos into calm. Without Virgo everything would be a mess! The maiden is a shining example of what it means to serve others by being a healing force to all who comes across her path.