Cardinal signs in astrology
The cardinal signs are Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn. Each one begins a season — spring, summer, autumn and winter — so cardinal energy is about starting things.
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Aries
Mar 21 – Apr 19 · Fire · ruled by Mars
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Cancer
Jun 21 – Jul 22 · Water · ruled by Moon
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Libra
Sep 23 – Oct 22 · Air · ruled by Venus
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Capricorn
Dec 22 – Jan 19 · Earth · ruled by Saturn
Shared traits
initiating, ambitious, decisive, leading, restless once things settle
Cardinal signs in love
Cardinal signs often make the first move and set the direction of the relationship.
Cardinal signs at work
Founders and leaders. Great at launching; may need help with the follow-through.
Most compatible with
Fixed and mutable signs, which bring staying power and flexibility.