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On the cusp
- Most of us are familiar with our sun sign in astrology, the zodiac constellation that the sun was in on the day we were born.
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1 / 31 Fotos
On the cusp
- But for some people, it's a bit less clear-cut. If you were born in the days leading up to and closely after the sun changed signs, you're considered "on the cusp."
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A bit of both?
- While you're only considered to have one sun sign, you might resonate strongly with the traits and qualities of both your sun and the 'cusp' sign for you.
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3 / 31 Fotos
A bit of both?
- The idea is that those on the cusp are a blend of both signs, as the sun is moving between them. But most astrologers disagree.
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Degrees of separation
- Within astrology, planets station between 0 and 29 degrees in a person's chart. This gives mathematical certainty to the shift of each degree and the sun's movement from one sign into another.
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Degrees of separation
- But some astrologers think there is some value to the idea of cusps, and say it's possible the energy can "leak over" from one sign into another.
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Cusp of mystery: January 16-23
- Practicality and ideas converge when grounded, material Capricorn and intellect-driven, logical Aquarius meet on the cusp.
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Cusp of mystery: January 16-23
- Capricorn's hardworking nature grounds Aquarius. Here, abstract thoughts are turned into action to create a visionary, someone who has the stamina to bring big dreams to fruition.
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Cusp of sensitivity: February 15-21
- Intellect meets intuition when Aquarius and Pisces meet on the cusp. Aquarius is sensitive to ideas, Pisces is sensitive to the feelings of others. Taken together, their combination creates the cusp of sensitivity, merging mind and emotion.
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Cusp of sensitivity: February 15-21
- Idealistic and eccentric, they imagine and feel; dreams and ideas are the home realms of this cusp—practical pursuits are best suited to someone else.
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Cusp of rebirth: March 17-23
- A dreamer with initiative is formed when Pisces meets Aries on the cusp of rebirth. This cusp can be impulsive and immature, desiring action above pausing to observe the big picture.
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Cusp of rebirth: March 17-23
- However, this cusp isn't afraid to dive in where others fear to tread. Not every risk they take will pay off, but as long as they don't get stuck on the things that aren't successful, they're bound to find the thing that works.
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Cusp of power: April 16-22
- When Mars-ruled Aries and Venus-ruled Taurus combine, it's a powerful marriage. They might need to learn how to concede though, when something is no longer right for them.
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Cusp of power: April 16-22
- Overall, the cusp of power creates natural-born leaders, with Aries' drive carefully tempered by Taurus' power of persuasion.
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Cusp of energy: May 17-23
- Dynamic, lively, and happy being the center of attention, people on the cusp of energy between Taurus and Gemini are sensual and outgoing. Down-to-earth and communicative, their socialization skills are outstanding.
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Cusp of energy: May 17-23
- Bursting with energy, they love nothing more than a good night out. They need to watch out for burnout though, as they can have too much of a good thing!
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Cusp of magic: June 17-23
- Curious Gemini and sentimental Cancer combine on the cusp of magic. People born on this cusp are emotionally intelligent, and trust their instincts.
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Cusp of magic: June 17-23
- Sometimes childlike and affectionate, they are dependable but can be so driven by their emotions that they lose perspective. They need to focus outwards to break out of moody energy.
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Cusp of oscillation: July 19-25
- Water sign Cancer and fire sign Leo make for a volatile pairing deemed the cusp of oscillation. Sensitivity and pride can combine to make these people self-absorbed and dramatic.
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Cusp of oscillation: July 19-25
- On the flipside, they can be uplifting for others to be around. They ooze charisma and charm, with a heart of gold and a high level of self-awareness.
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Cusp of exposure: August 19-25
- The passion of Leo and the patience of Virgo combine in the cusp of exposure. These people aim to impress, holding themselves to a high standard.
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Cusp of exposure: August 19-25
- They have a predisposition towards activism, knowledge, and rousing change. However, they need to watch out for being overly critical, tactless, and controlling.
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Cusp of beauty: September 19-25
- Venus-ruled Libra and Mercury-ruled Virgo meet at the cusp of beauty, for gracious and generous people who seek to create harmony.
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Cusp of beauty: September 19-25
- The cusp of beauty has a natural understanding of what's just and fair. People want to listen to what they have to say. They may need to let go of perfectionism and some overly-idealistic expectations though.
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Cusp of drama: October 19-25
- When Libra and Scorpio traits combine, it creates the cusp of drama. Cool-headed, fair-minded Libra becomes infused with the intensity of Scorpio.
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Cusp of drama: October 19-25
- Seductive and enigmatic, they're sometimes seen as intimidating. They tell the truth and their intuition is second to none. However, they need to watch out for cynicism, and judging people too harshly, too soon.
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Cusp of revolution: November 18-24
- A rebel without a cause, Scorpio and Sagittarius combine on the cusp of revolution, which can create polarizing individuals.
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Cusp of revolution: November 18-24
- When Scorpio intensity meets Sagittarius adventurousness, they birth a force to be reckoned with! Beware of trying to tie this person down; their joie de vivre will fizzle out with frustration.
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Cusp of prophecy: December 18-24
- Jupiter-ruled Sagittarius seeks expansion, while Saturn-ruled Capricorn is a disciplinarian. This powerful combination has the foresight and stamina to bring their vision into fruition.
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Cusp of prophecy: December 18-24
- The pursuit to be the best version of themselves, combined with tunnel vision, can lead them to shut themselves off from the rest of the world. Something they need to watch out for! Sources: (Today) (RUSSH) See also: Pluto in Aquarius predictions: what it means for your sign, and the world
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0 / 31 Fotos
On the cusp
- Most of us are familiar with our sun sign in astrology, the zodiac constellation that the sun was in on the day we were born.
© Shutterstock
1 / 31 Fotos
On the cusp
- But for some people, it's a bit less clear-cut. If you were born in the days leading up to and closely after the sun changed signs, you're considered "on the cusp."
© Shutterstock
2 / 31 Fotos
A bit of both?
- While you're only considered to have one sun sign, you might resonate strongly with the traits and qualities of both your sun and the 'cusp' sign for you.
© Shutterstock
3 / 31 Fotos
A bit of both?
- The idea is that those on the cusp are a blend of both signs, as the sun is moving between them. But most astrologers disagree.
© Shutterstock
4 / 31 Fotos
Degrees of separation
- Within astrology, planets station between 0 and 29 degrees in a person's chart. This gives mathematical certainty to the shift of each degree and the sun's movement from one sign into another.
© Shutterstock
5 / 31 Fotos
Degrees of separation
- But some astrologers think there is some value to the idea of cusps, and say it's possible the energy can "leak over" from one sign into another.
© Shutterstock
6 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of mystery: January 16-23
- Practicality and ideas converge when grounded, material Capricorn and intellect-driven, logical Aquarius meet on the cusp.
© Shutterstock
7 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of mystery: January 16-23
- Capricorn's hardworking nature grounds Aquarius. Here, abstract thoughts are turned into action to create a visionary, someone who has the stamina to bring big dreams to fruition.
© Shutterstock
8 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of sensitivity: February 15-21
- Intellect meets intuition when Aquarius and Pisces meet on the cusp. Aquarius is sensitive to ideas, Pisces is sensitive to the feelings of others. Taken together, their combination creates the cusp of sensitivity, merging mind and emotion.
© Shutterstock
9 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of sensitivity: February 15-21
- Idealistic and eccentric, they imagine and feel; dreams and ideas are the home realms of this cusp—practical pursuits are best suited to someone else.
© Shutterstock
10 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of rebirth: March 17-23
- A dreamer with initiative is formed when Pisces meets Aries on the cusp of rebirth. This cusp can be impulsive and immature, desiring action above pausing to observe the big picture.
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11 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of rebirth: March 17-23
- However, this cusp isn't afraid to dive in where others fear to tread. Not every risk they take will pay off, but as long as they don't get stuck on the things that aren't successful, they're bound to find the thing that works.
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12 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of power: April 16-22
- When Mars-ruled Aries and Venus-ruled Taurus combine, it's a powerful marriage. They might need to learn how to concede though, when something is no longer right for them.
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13 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of power: April 16-22
- Overall, the cusp of power creates natural-born leaders, with Aries' drive carefully tempered by Taurus' power of persuasion.
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14 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of energy: May 17-23
- Dynamic, lively, and happy being the center of attention, people on the cusp of energy between Taurus and Gemini are sensual and outgoing. Down-to-earth and communicative, their socialization skills are outstanding.
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15 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of energy: May 17-23
- Bursting with energy, they love nothing more than a good night out. They need to watch out for burnout though, as they can have too much of a good thing!
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16 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of magic: June 17-23
- Curious Gemini and sentimental Cancer combine on the cusp of magic. People born on this cusp are emotionally intelligent, and trust their instincts.
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Cusp of magic: June 17-23
- Sometimes childlike and affectionate, they are dependable but can be so driven by their emotions that they lose perspective. They need to focus outwards to break out of moody energy.
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18 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of oscillation: July 19-25
- Water sign Cancer and fire sign Leo make for a volatile pairing deemed the cusp of oscillation. Sensitivity and pride can combine to make these people self-absorbed and dramatic.
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Cusp of oscillation: July 19-25
- On the flipside, they can be uplifting for others to be around. They ooze charisma and charm, with a heart of gold and a high level of self-awareness.
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20 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of exposure: August 19-25
- The passion of Leo and the patience of Virgo combine in the cusp of exposure. These people aim to impress, holding themselves to a high standard.
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21 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of exposure: August 19-25
- They have a predisposition towards activism, knowledge, and rousing change. However, they need to watch out for being overly critical, tactless, and controlling.
© Shutterstock
22 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of beauty: September 19-25
- Venus-ruled Libra and Mercury-ruled Virgo meet at the cusp of beauty, for gracious and generous people who seek to create harmony.
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23 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of beauty: September 19-25
- The cusp of beauty has a natural understanding of what's just and fair. People want to listen to what they have to say. They may need to let go of perfectionism and some overly-idealistic expectations though.
© Shutterstock
24 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of drama: October 19-25
- When Libra and Scorpio traits combine, it creates the cusp of drama. Cool-headed, fair-minded Libra becomes infused with the intensity of Scorpio.
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25 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of drama: October 19-25
- Seductive and enigmatic, they're sometimes seen as intimidating. They tell the truth and their intuition is second to none. However, they need to watch out for cynicism, and judging people too harshly, too soon.
© Shutterstock
26 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of revolution: November 18-24
- A rebel without a cause, Scorpio and Sagittarius combine on the cusp of revolution, which can create polarizing individuals.
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27 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of revolution: November 18-24
- When Scorpio intensity meets Sagittarius adventurousness, they birth a force to be reckoned with! Beware of trying to tie this person down; their joie de vivre will fizzle out with frustration.
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28 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of prophecy: December 18-24
- Jupiter-ruled Sagittarius seeks expansion, while Saturn-ruled Capricorn is a disciplinarian. This powerful combination has the foresight and stamina to bring their vision into fruition.
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29 / 31 Fotos
Cusp of prophecy: December 18-24
- The pursuit to be the best version of themselves, combined with tunnel vision, can lead them to shut themselves off from the rest of the world. Something they need to watch out for! Sources: (Today) (RUSSH) See also: Pluto in Aquarius predictions: what it means for your sign, and the world
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Were you born on the cusp?
There are 12 cusps in astrology - find out what they are!
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Are you familiar with astrology? Then you've probably heard about cusps at one point or another. Sun signs (zodiac signs) change every month, but some people are born close to the changeover between two different sun signs. This period of days beforehand is what the "cusp" refers to, and sometimes people consider themselves to have the traits of both zodiac signs. But are you familiar with the 12 cusps and what they actually mean?
Click on to discover the 12 cusp signs and their meanings!
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