This document provides descriptions of the personality traits associated with each of the 12 zodiac signs in Western astrology. For each sign, 3-5 traits are described, such as Aries people being ambitious, honest, and brave. Additional sections discuss why astrology is seeing a resurgence in popularity among millennials and include quotes about astrology and a works cited list.

1. Western Astrology & Zodiac Signs
Personality Traits: All the secrets you need to know
Khushbu Lakhupota
Indian English Literature Pre Independence
15 October, 2021 Friday
MA Semester 3 Presentation
Department of English, MKBU
khushbu22jan93@gmail.com

2. Aries ♈ Aries (Ram): March 21–April 19
● Aries people are very Ambitious
● Honesty stands first for Aries natives
● Being Self-assertive makes them
stand tall always
● Aries natives are Brave and unafraid
of anything
● Creative Skills of Aries natives are
heart winning
● Aries people are known for being good
organizers
● They are very Optimistic about
everything

3. ♉ Taurus (Bull): April 20–May 20
● "Dream big, perform tough" their
philosophy.
● Passion, dependability, elegance
● Appreciate integrity
● Prone to anger
● A strong desire for social and
corporate stability
● Pleasant, loving, and honest
● Aren't scared of hard labour and
will do whatever it requires to get
the project accomplished
● Quite determined

4. ♊ Gemini (Twins): May 21–June 21
● Inquisitive, intelligent, great
thinkers.
● Quickly persuade others.
● Flexible, extroverted, clever.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and
excel at clever wordplay, making it
simple for them to win others over,
so excellent managers.
● Because of their inquiring spirit,
flexibility, frankness they're
excellent craftsmen, authors,
broadcasters.
● Known for their inventive ideas,
enthusiasm.

5. ♋ Cancer (Crab): June 22–July 22
● Tough to reach initially, but once you
get to understand them, they'll be a
lifelong friend.
● The most difficult zodiacs to
understand.
● Underneath the shell is a
sympathetic, empathetic soul with
vast reservoirs of love &
understanding.
● Devoted, cautious, perceptive, loving
disposition.
● They place a high value on family and
close friends.

6. ♌ Leo (Lion): July 23–August 22
● Compassion, big-heartedness,
consciousness, drive, natural
leadership
● known for their generosity of
time, energy, respect, money.
● natural sense of self-assurance
● known for their strong fervour
when it comes to love
relationships
● powerful, courageous, eager to
conquer everything they set their
minds to.
● Very loving, loyal, honest, lively.

7. ♍ Virgo (Virgin): August 23–September 22
● Humble, self-effacing, industrious,
practical, natural, kind, sympathetic
● Methodical & quick thinkers, yet
they have so much mental energy
that they are frequently stressed &
tense.
● Ardent desire for excellence & hard
effort might lead them to be overly
critical at times.
● Superb negotiators who utilise their
sharp intellects to win debates &
people's hearts & minds.
● Thrive on academic & intimate
connections.

8. ♎ Libra (Balance): September 23–October 23
● Extroverted, cosy, friendly people,
● Like the Scales that symbolise the
sign, are often concerned with
attaining balance, harmony, peace,
justice in the world.
● Excel in “peacekeeping” professions
because they have the rare ability
to perceive all sides of an argument
● Enjoy putting things in order &
making them seem nice.
● Fascinating & intelligent individuals
on the planet, & they have a lot to
give. Charming & well balanced
personalities.

9. ♏ Scorpius (Scorpion): October 24–November 21
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● Mysterious, profound thinkers,
secretive, passionate, constantly a
step away from the public.
● Motivated employees, entrepreneurs
who are capable of overcoming
tremendous hurdles.
● Very emotional, want connection.
● Commanding appearance, demanding
personality, their love of mystery is
one of the most intriguing indications.
● Unfailingly honest, always tell truth,
regardless of the circumstances &
despise dishonesty in others.

10. ♐ Sagittarius (Archer): November 22–December 21
● Loyal, smart, assertive,
compassionate personality.
● Outspokenly optimistic extroverts
who elicit respect & affection from
everyone they come into contact
with.
● One-of-a-kind, talented, the most
creative.
● Fantastic, caring personality type
because of their blend of
autonomy, intellect, & empathy.
● Values independence & the ability
to do what they want, when they
want, above all else.

11. ♑ Capricornus (Goat): December 22–January 19
● Complicated dual nature
● Logical, competitive, obedient, but they
may be stern and gloomy at times.
● Can appear aloof, emotionless, too
analytical at times; as a result, it is
vital for Capricorns to relax & connect
with their feelings via activities like
meditation.
● Most serious & hardworking signs.
● In areas of business & work, Capricorn
shines as a hardworking, methodical,
and well-organized sign.
● They can do everything they set their
minds to.

12. ♒ Aquarius (Water Bearer): January 20–February 18
● Advanced, self-reliant, clever,
exceptional, optimistic, innovative.
● Calm & sensitive.
● Require a lot of time alone to ponder
& refresh.
● Lofty vision for their own future as
well as the future of society.
● Forward-thinking people who want to
make the world a better place.
● Known for embracing their creativity
& individuality, even if it makes them
stand out in a strange way from
others. Value freedom.

13. Ĺ♓ Pisces (Fish): February 19–March 20
● Emotionally sensitive, gracious,
emotionally aware.
● Sympathetic & sensitive to others'
feelings.
● Fantastic dreamers & poets.
● Creative & imaginative.
● Devoted to their families & will
prioritise them throughout their lives.
● Because of their easy-going attitude
and ability to get along with everyone,
they are frequently popular employees.
● Advice for Pisces is to avoid allowing
others to exploit them.

14. “Astrology is just a finger pointing at reality.”
—Steven Forrest
“There is something out there. Astrology is like a game of chess
with an invisible partner. We set out the board and the rules,
make a move, and then find that the pieces are moving
themselves, as if by an invisible hand.”
—Noel Tyl
“I will look on the stars and look on thee, and read the page of
thy destiny.”
—Letitia Elizabeth Landon
https://thoughtcatalog.com/jessica-winters/2016/11/33-classic-
quotes-that-reveal-the-timeless-wisdom-of-astrology/

15. In a stressful, data-driven era, many young people find
comfort and insight in the zodiac—even if they don’t exactly
believe in it.
By Julie Beck
https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/amp.theatlantic.com/amp/arti
cle/550034/?espv=1
Millennials who see no contradiction between using astrology
and believing in science are fuelling a resurgence of the
practice.
Christine Smallwood
https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/www.newyorker.com/magazine
/2019/10/28/astrology-in-the-age-of-
uncertainty/amp?espv=1

16. Works Cited
1. Beck, Julie. "Why Are Millennials So Into Astrology?" The Atlantic, 22
June 2021, www.google.co.in/amp/s/amp.theatlantic.com
2. Daruwalla, Chirag. "Pisces Personality Traits: All the Secrets You Need
to Know." The Times of India, 13 July 2021,
m.timesofindia.com/astrology/zodiacs-astrology/
3. Nast, Condé. "Astrology in the Age of Uncertainty." The New Yorker, 18
Oct. 2019, www.google.co.in/amp/s/www.newyorker.com.
4. Winters, Jessica. "33 Classic Quotes About Astrology That Will Make
You Believe (If You Don’t Already)." Thought Catalog, 10 Jan. 2017.
5. "Zodiac." Encyclopedia Britannica, www.britannica.com/topic/zodiac.