Level of Maturity

Inherent within every constellation and every horoscope is a wide range of possible expressions, from problematic or even destructive forms to forms which express a high degree of self-reflection and maturity. It is not possible to ascertain how an individual will experience the different aspects within a horoscope just by looking at it, although certain factors tend to pose - at least initially - more problems than others (see also Shadow).

Whether or not an individual reflects on the more difficult aspects and tries to find more positive ways to live them remains a matter of free will. Finding ways to give mature expression to inherent qualities is an ongoing process throughout life.

The best way to approach a particular astrological theme is to describe it in a neutral way before considering any potential positive or negative forms of expression.

The following overview gives some positive, negative and neutral examples of how the twelve signs of the zodiac might be expressed.

The different faces of the twelve signs of the zodiac.

Sign	Negative Pole	Neutral	Positive Pole
Aries	Aggressiveness	Activity	Initiative
Taurus	Stubbornness	Practicality	Loyalty
Gemini	Dissipation	Open-mindedness	Versatility
Cancer	Cloying	Emotional ties	Warmth and security
Leo	Self-aggrandisement	Self-expression	Generosity
Virgo	Pedantry	Attention to detail	Love of detail
Libra	Kitsch	Aesthetics	Beauty
Scorpio	Being driven	Depth	Instinctual certainty
Sagittarius	Pomposity	Expansion	Grandeur
Capricorn	Miserliness	Economy	Concentrating on the essential
Aquarius	Aloofness	Detachment	Farsightedness / overview
Pisces	Chaos	Dissolving of barriers	Total unity