SAGITTARIUS: November 22 - December 21

Sagittarius is Fire energy and the ruler of Jupiter. This is a very active, extroverted, mobile, expansive sign. The Archer is always ready for action, bursting with goals and idealism. 

Sagittarius represents the slow and steady smolder.  This is the master flame.  A controlled burn that penetrates its materials long into the night.  This is the kind of fire that can be stoked into exotic flames that encompass the whole spectrum of cherry reds, oranges, whites, and electric blues. Sagittarians go the distance and in doing so pick up vast amounts of dazzling arcana.

They can be spellbinding in their philosophies! 

Fire is spirit. It is the animating force that clings to the physical.  People with a lot of fire in their charts radiate.  They cannot stand stale energy; If they have it, they burn it. Each fire sign represents a different stage of passion.

Optimistic and freedom-loving

Jovial and good-humored

Honest and straightforward

Intellectual and philosophical

Blindly optimistic and careless

Irresponsible and superficial

Tactless and restless

Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter. In ancient Roman times, Jupiter was a philosopher of the King of the Gods, and most Sagittarians would say that the royal pedigree has been passed on to them. The Sag-born are generous and just -- much like a noble leader. These folks are also expansive in their thoughts, as well as in their approach. Sags are forever reaching for knowledge, understanding, and answers. They are outspoken in their beliefs, at times to the point of exaggeration. This may be due to their unflinching optimism.

Sag's are also a lucky bunch, thanks to Jupiter's golden glow. While the process of exploration is what fuels Sagittarians (and translating that to others as a teacher and philosophers), they need to be aware of their tendency to procrastinate. Those born under this sign can be quite self-indulgent since things come so easily to them (thanks to their charming and sociable natures). Smart Archers, however, will catch themselves in time, the better to continue their good work.

This sign is the very personification of jovial, outward-bound, enthusiasm -- the ultimate cosmic host or hostess with the "mostess." 

Hollywood director Steven Spielberg and producer Arnon Milchan both fall under this sign, most associated with creativity and often characterized by eternal optimism. Often a bit unorganized, a Sagittarius is far more concerned with the big picture than the little details.

People born under this sign are often honest and forthright. Their approach to life is earnest and open. They are broad-minded and tolerant people. Sagittarius is almost always open and forthright. They don't believe in deceit or pretension. Their standards are high. People who associate with the Sagittarians, generally admire and respect them. The Sagittarian trusts others easily and expects them to trust them. Never suspicious or envious and almost always thinks well of others. People always enjoy their company because they are so friendly and easy-going.

The great strength of the Sagittarius-born is their philosophical, wide-open, and curious nature. These folks seek both knowledge and truth, and they are eager to share their explorations with others. 

Those born under this sign are clear thinkers, and choose to and often, look at the big picture most of the time. They also like it when others agree with their well-thought-out point of view. The alternative to this, for better or for worse, is a Sag who can become argumentative and blunt. That's not to say that these folks are intransigent -- Archers will listen to what others have to say, in keeping with the Mutable Quality assigned to them. Indeed, Sagittarians are enthusiastic consumers of information (and enthusiastic in general), and they better get the answers they need. It's also a good idea to give Sags lots of room to explore their world. Once these folks start to feel hemmed in, they'll become impatient and difficult.

The Element associated with Sagittarius is Fire. Just as a fire can move quickly and uncontrollably, so can Sagittarius as they flit from one thing to the next, never looking back. For the Sag-born, it's all about action and adventure (and, hopefully, conclusions). These folks love their physicality and are often athletic, and certainly full of stamina. Life for these folks is played full-on, which is why it's chock-full of experiences. Archers are outgoing, and enthusiastic and tend to overstep their bounds as a result, falling prey to the likes of foot-in-mouth disease. They can talk so fast (and so much) that they don't process the full weight of what they're saying, leading to the occasional hurt feeling. 

Often, however, their words serve to inspire others and to get things going. Yes, Sagittarians are straight-ahead folks who are curious, spiritual, and true believers. 

It's the Archer which represents Sagittarians, although in this case, it's a Centaur (half man, half beast) that is flinging the arrows. Centaurs were the intellectuals of ancient Roman mythology, and Sagittarians are quick to consider themselves their modern-day counterparts. 

Sagittarius, the ninth sign of the zodiac, is the home of the wanderers of the zodiac. It's not a mindless ramble for these folks, either. Sagittarians are truth-seekers, and the best way for them to do this is to hit the road, talk to others and get some answers. Knowledge is key to these folks since it fuels their broad-minded approach to life. The Sagittarian-born are keenly interested in philosophy and religion, and they find that these disciplines aid their internal quest. At the end of the day, what Sagittarius wants most is to know the meaning of life, and to accomplish this while feeling free and easy.

The athleticism of Sags lends itself to challenging sports, and they definitely know they're up to the task. That's why you're likely to find them in an around-the-world solo boat race or climbing up the highest peaks (where they should be mindful of their legs and hips). No stretch is too big for a Sag, if only because these folks know they're ready (and lucky to boot). Mental games such as chess or debate also fuel Sag's mood.