Pisces Paradox

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Pisces 

February 19/20 - March 20

Element: Water
Quality: Mutable
Ruler: Neptune
Symbol: The Fish
Mode: Feeling
Motto: I Believe 

COLORS: Mauve. Purple. Aquamarine. 
PLANTS:
Mosses. Ferns. Seaweeds.
ATTRACTIONS TO: Aquarius. Scorpio. Cancer.   

Pisces is the twelfth and last sign of the zodiac, and can be viewed as the most highly evolved of all the signs. It is not only the ultimate water sign (following Cancer and Scorpio), but is also ruled by the watery planet, Neptune. With Jupiter as its co-ruler it shares both expansive and mutable characteristics with Sagittarius. Pisces symbolizes the merging of the human soul with the Cosmos, a necessary step before the next incarnation may begin anew in Aries. Pisces symbolize a deep belief in the highest powers of the Universe.

The two Pisces Fish swim freely in the cosmic ocean. They represent the highest lessons of fellowship, but also the capacity to see deeply into the life and nature of things. The Fish can submerge themselves in the depths and partake of hidden and ultimate mysteries. Pisces teaches us not to be afraid and to let go of our earthly form, and teaches that death is only the beginning of new life.

Personality

If Pisces is taken to represent the twelfth and last period of life, age 77-84, it symbolizes a spiritual letting go of earthly attachments and a merging with the cosmos (as mentioned prior). The rulership of Neptune lends a dreamy, spiritual and deeply emotional quality to the Pisces personality. Pisces are not known for their practicality, but can in fact be masterful in their understanding and expression of abstract ideas and systems. Thus, those born under this sign can be typed as dreamers yet when they make a gift of their visions to humanity it is indeed a fine offering. Generally speaking, Pisces are easy about sharing material possessions and enjoy friendships and close partnerships more than most. Yet they also need to be alone a good deal of the time and run the risk of becoming escapists or loners who isolate themselves from the world. 

Extreme sensitivity can make it difficult for Pisces to lead an easy social life. Though often characterized as the sign of sorrows, suffering is born well by Pisces. However, they can be vulnerable to depression an occasionally beset by self-pity. Escapes involving addiction are particularly dangerous for them. The deep and complex emotional life of those born under this sign makes them highly attractive to those who long for contact with the profound in life.

Pisces are often blessed with excellent memories, perhaps due to their impressionability. In addition, they tend to be devotional, and make true believers— this applies not only in the religious sense but also in regard to other belief systems and principles. Jupiter shows its influence in the generosity of this sign. Pisces are high empathic and sensitive to the difficulties of others; they tend to respond with compassion in the face of misfortune. However, Pisces must beware that others do not impose unduly on them or take advantage of their acquiescence. 

Period of Time & Correlating Image

Aquarius-Pisces Cusp         Sensitivity
(Feb. 19-22) 

Pisces I                                Spirit
(Feb. 23-Mar. 2)         

Pisces II                               Loner
(Mar. 3-10) 

Pisces III                              Dreamers
(Mar. 11-18) 

Pisces-Aries Cusp                Rebirth
(Mar. 19-20) 

Michelangelo. Anaïs Nin. Luis Bunuel. Nina Simone. WEB Du Bois. Glenn Close. Alain Prost. Elizabeth Taylor. Auguste Renoir. Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Linus Pauling. Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Sandro Botticelli. Anne Lee. Mikhail Gorbachev. Liza Minnelli. Albert Einstein. Theodor Seuss Geisel. 

(Source: The Secret Language of Birthdays by Gary Goldschneider)


Origin of Pisces 

Pisces is depicted by two playful fish, frolicking head-to-tail in a counter-clockwise direction, although it is also shown as two fish facing opposite directions linked by a band. Egyptian astrologers believed the constellation Pegasus was a boat that pulled the two fish underneath it—hence the band.

In Greek astrology, the Pisces story is similar to that of Capricorn. Venus and Cupid were supposedly playing innocently by a river when they were approached by a monster (the same one, in fact, that threatened Capricorn). Like Capricorn, they dove into the river for safety, at which time the goddess Minerva took pity on them and lifted them into the heavens for posterity.

The significant aspects to this myth are many. First of all, Venus represents pure love and Cupid mischief in romance, both of which are strongly present in the Piscean character. Secondly, the two were saved by water—hence Pisces is a water sign, occurring during the time of year when rainfall is most plentiful. In fact, Jesus Christ was born in the Piscean age (time itself travels through ages of the zodiac which affect us all), promised to wash away man’s sins, and is often represented by a fish; he also fed multitudes of people with two fish and five loaves, magically turning them into twelve baskets of food, which astrologers believe to be symbolic of the Piscean trait of great spiritual love to all twelve zodiac signs. Finally, Minerva is the goddess of wisdom and patroness of the arts; so Pisceans are spiritually wise and immensely creative.

Pisces is ruled by both Jupiter and Neptune, both of which govern the imagination and emotions, as opposed to practical matters. As a result, Pisceans are the most sensitive, creative, and adaptable of all the signs, but the least organized. In the anatomical realm, Pisces rules the feet and toes, the foundation on which the entire body is supported. This is ironic, because Pisceans are not considered strong people, either physically or emotionally. But just as each sign is assigned a part of the body, so each is also assigned a stage of man’s life; the ancients believed that Aries’ immature selfishness resembles the first stage of childhood, and that therefore Pisces’ spiritual wisdom represents the final stage of maturity. Indeed, there is a great deal of strength—albeit a misunderstood one—in spiritual wisdom. 

(Source: astrologyweekly.com)


The Pisces Star Stone 

Your starstone is the precious Moonstone. They are not brilliant stones, in fact, all of the specimens, from the peach and grays to the gem-quality blue and rainbow-colored pieces, are soft and translucent. The physical appearance of a stone often suggests its spiritual qualities, and moonstone’s most important attribute is the ability to assist us in calming and soothing the emotions. When one has achieved a state of emotional calmness, this stone may be used to open a path to an intuitive understanding of spirituality.


Starstones are not birthstones. 
Stones that are called your starstones, (planet stones), vibrate the strongest to your planet or sign.

(Source: astrology-online.com)


Positives and Negatives of a Piscean 

On a Positive Note:

• shy, gentle, and kind
• trusting and hospitable
• understanding of others
• romantic
• loving and caring
• mystical
• creative
• helpful to anyone in distress
• compassionate

Negative Traits:

• dependent
• escapist, potentially losing touch with reality
• depressive and self-pitying
• temperamental
• gullible, and liable to give their all in a lost cause
• prone to blaming themselves
• too emotionally involved with the problems of others 


The Pisces Personality Expressed Negatively 

Pisces who are unable to separate themselves from the drama and unhappiness in other people’s lives display the negative characteristics of their sign. They often feel dragged down by problems around them, yet are frustrated by their inability to do anything to make them better. Disappointed pisceans may seek escape through drugs or alchohol, the effects of which make them more powerless.


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The Pisces Personality Expressed Positively 

A pisces who is empowered by the best characteristics of the sign is a source of help and inspiration both to themselves and to others. The sensitivity of pisceans is most useful when those born under this sign have a good sense of self and a lot of confidence. When they do, they are wonderful people to be around— full of joy, inspiration, and profound intuition. 


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Pisces’ Typical Behavior & Personality Traits 

• has a warm, sympathetic heart
• very romantic
• rarely jealous, but gets hurt all the same
• often appears vague and dreamy
• protective of emotional vulnerability
• talks slowly, and is knowledgeable on many subjects 
• subtle while appearing to be helpless or incapable
organized; manages the finances
• has few prejudices
• emotionally involved
• not ambitious for status, fame, or fortune
cannot easily be fooled
• has few material needs, but needs their dreams
• does not try to dominate their partner in any way 
• needs to belong to someone 

I’m writing these down from a book I own. I italicized two because it seems to contradict a lot of what I’ve read elsewhere about pisces; but, I included it all the same. I mean, one of pisces biggest “flaws” is how very gullible we are! But, I suppose maybe we’re hard to fool when it comes to people and their emotions?
Regardless, I’m sure some of us pisces are bound to be organized, and aren’t easily fooled! 


The Sun in Pisces 

(The Sun is in Pisces from February 19 to March 20, depending on the year). 

As the twelfth and last sign of the zodiac, Pisces contains within itself a little experience of all the signs. This gives Pisces Suns the ability to identify with people from all walks of life—from all backgrounds—in some way. These individuals are not only changeable and adaptable, they have open minds and tremendous understanding. But Pisces itself is often misunderstood. Pisces Suns may spend a good portion of their lives yearning for understanding, and the other part in a state of divine discontent. Suffering is sometimes glamorized in the Piscean world.

Sun in Pisces people are frequently pegged as wishy-washy, but this is all a matter of opinion. What you will find behind a vaguely directionless, spacey manner is a deep person with real dreams. Their dreams are more than getting that picket fence or making it up the corporate ladder. Pisces are tuned in to a higher purpose and their dreams transcend the individual. A deep love for humanity, and compassion that knows no bounds is found with this placement of the Sun.

Pisceans are not known to be cutthroat business types, nor are they given to throwing themselves out into the world in an aggressive manner. But make no mistake about it, Pisces can be extraordinarily successful when given the chance to express themselves. The arts, marketing, music, teaching, drama, healing arts…these are all fields in which Pisces can find expression. Their imagination, attunement to humanity, and remarkable intuition endow them with enviable gifts of insight and creativity.

Pisces is a sensitive sign—both sensitive to criticism and sensitive to others’ feelings. Easily touched by human suffering, at least in theory, Pisces wouldn’t hurt a fly. They believe in people, are deeply hurt by compassionless human behavior, and have a hard time saying no. Harsh realities are avoided either through escapist behavior or self-delusion; but every now and again reality does raise its ugly head, and hits Pisces over the head. This is a sad time indeed. Pisces retreats into their own world, self-pitying and giving pep talks to themselves (“I will never trust again!”). Rest assured, though, that these periods are rather short-lived and even useful. Pisces seems to derive energy from their (generally short) bouts of self-pity. They come back stronger, with a spring in their step, ready to face the world again, and just as, if not more, compassionate and trusting as they were before. Some might even wonder if Pisces finds pleasure in suffering. Sometimes this is the case, but most of the time, Pisces pulls a lot of creative energy from sadness. Pisces is the poet or artist with angst, although this trait is often more apparent with Moon in Pisces.

Some find Pisces’ tendency to be late for appointments, spaced out behavior, and absent-mindedness amount to irresponsibility. Pisces would be shocked to know this, however. Who me? Pisces wonders. Irresponsible? Pisces Suns absolutely care—their love knows no bounds—but their retreats from ordinary life (whether they are as simple as daydreams or actual departures) that they so seem to need every now and again are not always understandable to no-nonsense signs, such as Virgo or Aries. 

Many Pisces seem almost allergic to things like shopping lists, maps, directions, and instructions, and for some brave souls, even watches — they prefer to feel their way through life than to follow some plan.

We find plenty of artists, poets, and musicians with Sun (and other personal planets) in Pisces. Piscean themes are woven throughout the songs of Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins and Kurt Cobain of Nirvana, for example. 

(Source: cafeastrology.com)


Pisces: In A Brief 

Pisces: The Fish

Modality: Mutable
Element: Water
Ruler: Neptune
Season: Winter
12th Sign of Zodiac

Metal: Tin
Stone: Jade. Coral
Color: Sea Green
Anatomy:
 Feet, Veins

Keywords: intuitive, dreamy, artistic, humane, sympathetic, sensitive, compassionate, perceptive, tender, impressionable

Comparison with its symbol, the Fish: Pisces is symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions. Pisceans often feel like they are being pulled in different directions, making it difficult to make concrete decisions. The symbol of the fish has been associated with followers of Jesus Christ. 

The glyph for Pisces can be seen as depicting two fish swimming in opposite directions. As well, it shows two crescents of receptivity pointing outwards, held together by the line of matter. The sign of Pisces is considered a receptive sign–one that is impressionable, spiritual, and open-minded. 

(Source: cafeastrology.com)