In Astrology, Cardinal Signs are one type of Quality or Modality the Signs can be categorized in. They have dark as well as positive traits and are more compatible with some Signs than others. Explore the Cardinal Zodiac Signs meaning and find out about their traits, dark side, and compatibility.
There are Twelve Zodiac Signs, and they are all different, but did you notice some of them have similarities to one another? That’s because of their Qualities, also called Modalities. What Qualities describe is your general approach to life and the ways you operate. What are the ways you tackle tasks and how do you function in situations? Are you an initiator, or a supporter? The three Qualities are Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable. Cardinal Signs are initiators who often find themselves in leadership positions. Join Spiritual Blossom in our exploration of Cardinal Signs. Find out their traits, and bad habits they can improve upon. Discover which of the Signs are Cardinal and find out what Signs they are most compatible with.
What is a Cardinal Sign?
Cardinal Sign people begin things. Their Zodiac Sign dates begin right around the Equinoxes and Solstices, and like these events begin seasonal changes, these people begin things in general. The Four Cardinal Signs are Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn. These people are all very different from one another because they have other traits Astrology assigns to them. However, they share certain traits too, and that is what makes them Cardinal Signs. They have their own Elements of Fire, Water, Air, or Earth, and their Element combines with their Qualities to give them distinctive traits.
What are Cardinal Sign Traits?
Cardinal Signs, no matter what their Element is, all have some shared traits. They are natural born leaders who are highly motivated. What are they motivated to do? Whatever they set their minds to, and they like to do quite a lot. They come up with ideas for new things all the time, and they are always starting projects. They love to have their loved ones join in to help them with whatever they dream up. They actually need this because although they are the ones who begin things, they don’t always want to finish- most especially on their own. One very special thing they are known for, however, is inspiring other people to get onboard with their projects- but they also inspire people to go after their own goals.
Leaders
There was a time when things that are well established right now didn’t even exist. Somebody dreamed up a grand plan to create something out of nothing. It was possibly someone who was a Cardinal Sign who did this. They somehow had a vision of something that could be great, and one day, they decided to get that thing started. They organize, take charge, and give assignments. They know just what to say and do and just what needs to be done. They know how to find people to work toward goals with them, and people just naturally want to listen to them. Maybe it is their confidence that makes people have faith in them as leaders, but they sure manage to have the fiery passion to lead.
Motivated
Another Cardinal Sign trait is being motivated. They are not the people who need punishments or rewards to get them to do things. They are naturally good at self-motivating, and they somehow know how to stay motivated when some people become discouraged and give up. If they get it in their heads that they want to do something, they stick with it. Not only do they motivate themselves, but they find ways to motivate other people. They know exactly what to say to get people to feel good about doing things, and they know how to make people want to see things thorough to the end.
Inspirational
If you want to be inspired, go talk to someone who is a Cardinal Sign. They know how to dream big. They know how to get their dreams off the ground. They know what it takes to make dreams come true. They also love to help other people get started making their dreams come true. They act as coaches, teachers, and consultants sometimes and other times, their accomplishments are so impressive, they inspire people to have the courage to work towards dreams. They know that life is for living, and living in fear of failure is the wrong way to live. They live deliberately and they rarely if ever have to wonder what life would have been like if only they had tried harder to reach for their dreams.
The Dark Side of Cardinal Signs
Nobody is perfect, and Cardinal Sign people are no exception. Their great qualities that make them leaders can also make them a pain in the you-know-what sometimes. They can be bossy and meddling to the point of micromanaging. They can hold petty, pointless grudges, and they can be irritable and impatient.
Bossiness/Meddling
Cardinal Sign people don’t mean to be pushy. If they feel they know the best way to do something when they are in charge, they expect people to do as they say. It’s not that they want to be right or in control- they just want things done right. Chances are, they have a long to-do list to get through, and they feel like they don’t have the time to argue with people. They can try to micromanage, which translates to them trying to tell you how to do every last detail of your job. They also tend to insert themselves into other people’s business. Again, they are not trying to impose. They just want to help.
Grudge Holding
They tend to hold grudges, even over petty things. Why? Because underneath that outer “go getter” persona, they have sensitive feelings, and they care deeply about the people they connect with. When relationships or situations don’t work out or something simply hurts their feelings, they rarely, if ever forget it- unless things are resolved.
Impatience
They want what they want when they want it. They usually want it two minutes before they decide they do! Being a Cardinal Sign means they want to get a lot done and they want to make great things happen. They can become frustrated if things don’t get done as quickly as they like or in the exact way they want it done. Sometimes, they can be so impatient, they forget that good results are worth waiting for.
How to Combat Dark Cardinal Traits
Being a leader isn’t easy sometimes, but it beats watching your team go in the wrong direction with bad leadership. Sure, this can make you hyperfocus on being in charge, or even insinuate yourself too much and micromanage. Nobody is perfect, even the ones who people look to for help, advice, and leadership. There are things you can do to make sure your dark side doesn’t take over and drive people crazy.
Choose Your Team Wisely
Your first step to battling your dark tendencies is to select the people who are on your team well. Screen them, check references, and watch them while you are getting to know their work. Give them a chance to prove themselves to you. After all, you are the one who selects your team when you lead. Even if you are chosen to lead and a team is literally handed to you- you decide whether you want to accept the responsibility of leading these people. A good team will make or break you and they can work together to achieve great things or destroy the project. You won’t feel the need to be as bossy and meddling if you are leading people who you are confident you can trust.
Delegate
Once you have a team you can trust, just trust them. You can’t do everything alone. That is why we have teams. Teams don’t need leaders to do everything for them. They need their leaders to assign tasks and make sure everybody is included in making good things happen. Being born a Cardinal Sign means you have what it takes to get good things started- but you don’t always finish on your own. You gather people together, get them excited about things, and give them their parts so everybody succeeds together. Your people might need you, but you need them too. Together, you do amazing things.
Emotionally Disengage
The next time you want to micromanage , be pushy, get in the middle of things you don’t need to, or lose patience, stop. It means that you are emotionally attached to something, which is understandable, but it is bringing out your dark traits, and it is not helpful. Step back and view the situation rationally instead of with your emotions. This will give clarity and peace. You are excited or serious about something, and that’s good. It means you care. If you care about something, don’t jeopardize it by being irrational. Stop, take a breath, and emotionally disengage. Then carry on, because not everybody has what it takes to get good things started.
The Four Cardinal Signs
What are these amazing Signs we have been discussing? There is one from each element, and they are Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn.
Aries
Aries is a Fire Sign. They have remarkable energy and drive to get new things started. However, they sometimes have no drive to see things through to the end. They can be irrational, hot headed, and impulsive. However, if they have a temper outburst, they tend to forget all about it once they have calmed down. They love fun, and spontaneous adventures and care just as much about everybody else having fun as them. They shower attention and affection on the people they care about and cannot endure feeling neglected or ignored. They have the courage to tackle things most other signs are terrified of and will bravely lead their team to success.
Cancer
Cancer is a Water Sign. They are known for their delicate emotions and powerful connection to family and friends. They will drop whatever they are doing and run to your side to help you. The first time you don’t reciprocate, they will give you an earful. They can be painfully shy with strangers but open up to the people they love and trust. Their intuition is very powerful, and this alerts them to what other people need. Their leadership skills are strong, however, stress hits them hard, and they need their team members on hand to reassure them. They will remember and appreciate those who are supportive of them.
Libra
Libra is an Air Sign. They lead with intellect. They are always coming up with ideas and communicate their expectations well. Sometimes, they can be quite domineering and have a “Do as I said because I said so” attitude, which a lot of people don’t care for. However, they feel that they make up for this by working just as hard if not harder than everybody else, and they don’t give themselves as much credit as they give their team. Often called to mediate disputes, they will choose their words wisely, finding solutions that keep the peace. They rely on trusted people to help them make final decisions.
Capricorn
Capricorn is an Earth Sign. They are perhaps the ultimate workers and are focused on self-improvement and being promoted. They chose the people who they work on things with based on who they feel will make the team most successful, which is great for the team. Unfortunately, they don’t always give their team the credit they deserve and forget to brag about other people’s accomplishments. They work so hard, sometimes they forget to rest but they take their responsibilities very seriously. They find ways to make themselves and their team stable and they appreciate practical discussion to resolve any problems.
Cardinal Signs Compatibility
Cardinal and Fixed Signs Compatibility
Fixed Signs Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius are not fans of change, and cardinal Signs are all about starting new things. These Signs are not natural best buddies, but if they collaborate, they can make a great team. This is because Fixed Signs are reliable and stable, and Cardinal Signs can benefit from this.
Cardinal and Mutable Signs Compatibility
Mutable Signs Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces are flexible and love to cooperate. Cardinal Signs appreciate this. Mutable Signs also appreciate having a strong leader who can guide them. So, these Signs tend to get along well.
Cardinal and Cardinal Signs Compatibility
Cardinal Signs tend to be most compatible with other Cardinal Signs. They can butt heads when they fight over who is in charge, but if they can work as a team instead of as rivals, they will harmonize beautifully.
Cardinal Signs are the initiators of the Zodiac. They get great things started, and people look to them for leadership. They sometimes also meddle, get bossy, and become impatient. They don’t get along perfectly well with everybody, but they can work around conflicts and make surprising alliances with people who are very different than they are. So if you are a cardinal Sign, keep leading, getting good things started, and being the awesome person you are. Your people need you.
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