The Virgo

Virgo is the sixth sign of the Zodiac, lasting from August 24 - September 23

Ruled by Mercury A Feminine Negative Mutable Earth Sign
Polar or Opposite Sign: Pisces
Color: Brown and russet-reds

They often have the quiet, unsophisticated air of an inexperienced person, which can be deceptive. They are reliable, sincere, methodical and precise, have an enquiring mind and a critical eye for detail. They see life as a never-ending series of tasks and duties, some pleasant, some difficult - but all of them very necessary. Negative Virgoan traits include a capacity for endless worry.

Virgo Strength Keywords:

- Analytical
- Observant
- Helpful
- Reliable
- Precise

Virgo Weakness Keywords:

- Skeptical
- Fussy
- Inflexible
- Cold
- Interfering

Virgo and Independence:

Virgo is a very independent zodiac sign. They are fully able to put their intelligence to use and get things done for them. It is possible however that their narrow mindedness causes their creativity to suffer and they may lead regular routine lives. They may dwell too much on the past and over complicate things and this may limit their ability to move forward and confuse themselves. In conclusion, Virgos are able to be independent but the less evolved types will have difficult if someone is not there helping them to achieve more and not be so critical of themselves.

Virgo and Friendship:

People look up to Virgo for friends because they are straight thinkers and solve problems logically. They are truthful, loyal and determined. Some people might find them cold or emotionally detached because they live in their minds, not in their emotions and feelings. It might be hard to pin down how a Virgo friend is feeling because they easily live in denial. A person who is able to read deep into another person will notice when Virgo is not well but if they confront them about it, they would rather retreat then talk about it. It is best to keep your emotional distance from a Virgo friend unless they open up to you first. Virgo might try to analyze and control a friend's life but only with the idea that they will improve their life, not purely for the sake of controlling. Be patient with your Virgo friend and understand that their recommendations are only to make your life better.

Virgo and Business:

Virgos are very intelligent; they have an excellent memory and a highly analytical mind. This makes them good investigators and researchers. They also have the ability to probe into a person's emotions and they can often see into people and detect what their motives are. This makes them great policemen or interrogators. Virgos are very good at problem solving; this is what they do best. They are confronted with a problem; they will pick apart the pieces and put it together in the proper order. They are rational thinkers and are good at settling other people's disputes and putting them on the right track for reconciliation. Any position that requires the above features, which is a very long list, is perfect for the Virgo. They keep the world in order.

Virgo Temperament:

Before a Virgo plunges into anything, from a problem to a vacation idea, they need to analyze all the facts and know all the details before they plunge in and make a decision. This makes them seem indecisive and slow. Virgo's perception is their reality, more so then other astrology signs. What they believe is what will be, if they have a negative outlook on life, things will present themselves to be negative and they will be very moody and isolated/detached. If they are positive, the same events that occur will be held in a positive light and they will be a pleasant, well adjusted person. A Virgo mind is a very powerful mind and they must have the proper attitude for their life to be happy and successful. Virgo needs to get in touch with their feelings; this is why they usually seem cold or detached. They are very prone of living in denial. They will say they feel okay or everything is alright even when it's not. This is an easy way out, the one thing that Virgo does not like to analyze is their feelings so pretending everything is okay is a good defense mechanism for not having to take a closer look at their feelings. Virgo has an unpredictable and sometimes unstable temperament.

Virgo Deep Inside:

They need to be organized in their mind, sometimes all their energy is taken from organizing their mind that they have a difficult time organizing their surroundings. They easily look too deep into an issue and over analyze what they precept. Virgo is ambitious and strives to always know more and have more. This is in their eternal quest to bring order to chaos. Even if order is obtained from an outsiders' point of view, Virgo will not be settled for they have a very active mind that is always thinking and can never be silenced. Virgos want to be of use, they need to be important and essential to everyone in their lives and in everything they do. Virgo's major life lesson is to learn to trust in and have faith in the unknown. They have to understand that things in life happen for a reason that is not always known to them, they do not have to always know everything. They need to learn to calm down and not over-analyze a situation or event. Deep inside, Virgo is very sensitive and they need to be appreciated for all the things they do. When Virgo is is offended or hurt, they may never show it.

Virgo in a Nutshell:

Virgo exists in the mind, everything is inside. To the world, Virgo presents a calm and collected exterior but on the inside, nervous uncontrolled intensity in the mind, trying to figure things out, how to improve everything, analyzing and thinking. Virgo can tire itself out without even moving! Virgo has a constant drive to improve and perfect, this can lead to extreme pickiness and finickiest. They are pure, their motives are honest never malicious and they want to accomplish something.


What it's like to date a Virgo Woman:

A Virgo woman is earthly and she may seem cold and detached, but underneath the timid, reserved surface lays the real woman, a strong, passionate woman with a great capacity for strong devoted love. She will play hard to get, she is hard to get for she is worried about exposing her emotional vulnerabilities and getting hurt. She requires patience and you will have to court her and work hard to impress her. Once she is in love, it is for the long term. She will be devoted, loyal and make you very happy and even put a little order in your life. Virgo woman is conservative and old fashioned, a typical woman who is perfect for the man who loves a challenge and likes to take a relationship slow.

How to Attract Virgo:

Virgos need intellectual stimulation. Impress them with facts and details. Always try to come to conclusions when having a conversation; they do not like topics that go nowhere, they like conversations to come to a close or consensus, even if you agree to disagree. They are very conventional people so do not do anything spontaneous or force them to make a hasty decision; they take their time and think intensely in their mind. They are not slow; their brain is working evaluating everything. Do not attempt to probe inside their mind because their emotions are pretty much closed off until the relationship is solid, and they will decide when that time will be. Virgos are natural worriers; do not let this get to you. Do not give them cause to worry because this makes them get wound up like a spring. Let Virgo take the lead, they like to be in control of what is happening. Keep the date tasteful and do not be vulgar, they like calm and classy surroundings and people.

Virgo Erogenous Zone:

The stomach area is very sensitive to Virgo. Stroke it, circle their belly button with your finger, and give them a light belly massage. This makes them feel warm and will help open them up a little bit. Be gentle, no sudden moves or vicious acts like biting or slapping, this will startle them and cause them to retreat.

Physical appearance:

Virgoans have good bone structure and are often highly photogenic. They are attractive, with beautiful eyes that sparkle with intelligence. Curiously, many Virgoans have a slightly unbalanced way of walking.

Relationships:

They are quiet, undemonstrative people and cautious with strangers. They can be slow when forming new friendships, but are truthful and loyal with those they trust. Virgoans can be tense in close relationships, which could badly upset their sex lives making it hard for them to become truly intimate with those they love.

Career:

They are usually happy working in a job that calls for precision, a shrewd mind, and logic. Dogged, analytical and intellectual, they make skilled and inspired research scientists, analysts or even literary critics. They are money-oriented and tend to dabble with stocks and shares.

Health:

They are often martyrs to their stomachs, and many suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which greatly embarrasses and inconveniences them. Many also suffer from food allergies. They need plenty of fresh air to balance their energies. The answer to their ailments lies in Yoga and Meditation.

Ideal Partner:

They get attracted to opposites and vibe well with dreamy Pisceans.

Virgo: This is you:

• The first thing one notice about you is the definite impression you give that there's a serious problem on your mind.

• You are particular about how you dress. You are an elegant, if not a compulsive dresser.

• You are unquestionably dependable and sincere. Nevertheless, you can make up an excuse if your heart is not convinced about doing something. Your approach to romance is very practical. You never let love cloud your eyes. You value lasting relationships, and are prepared to wait for them to happen.

• You shine with a clever wit and project a bright charm that's hard to resist.

You as a woman:

You are bashful, but you have all the necessary wiles and weapons, including a determination to pursue happiness. You seek romance, and commitment is an integral part of it. If you are in love, you go to any lengths to make sure it works. On the flip side, if you are in an unhappy relationship, you will snap the cords with ease.

You can be deadly practical and divinely romantic at the same time. You are a perfectionist, but not perfect yourself. You have your negative traits. You can be sickeningly prompt, and think that you are the best critic in the world.

Your love sign is Capricorn

A romance with you is a roller-coaster ride of excellent taste, since you love things being in order. You also wait and watch where romance is concerned, perhaps because being in love for you means falling hard. Being a perfectionist, you also aim to please, and your beloved is one happy individual.


Your Passion Sign is Cancer

You are just one of the few people who are able to truly act out how you feel. Emotional, passionate, and creative, you can direct your energies in ways that nurture yourself and others. You are in tune with yourself, which provides you with the knowledge of what pleases you in life. This makes for a sensual romantic partner. You are also sensitive to the needs of the people around you, and willingly succeed in fulfilling them. Your memory is sharp and clear, and you are able to expend great energy in seeing something through to its end. Your endeavors are enriched by great imagination, but make sure you use it to your advantage. You offer emotional security to your lovers and are happiest when surrounded by an expressive partner.

You in Relationships

Your easygoing nature makes you a reliable and steady sort. Your devotion also signals that you will work very hard to take any relationship far. You strive for the perfect relationship. You feel truly rewarded when the one you love is willing to give you time in the relationship. You are independent, and may seem cold on the outside, but your potent charms will merit a truly deserving partner.

Are you in love?

Even when in love, you analyze the situation and explore it deeply. This shows you as steady and solid. You love giving as well as receiving passion and joy. You will have one happy partner, for you really know how to make him feel special! You revere a relationship blessed with total honesty. Love comes to you slowly, carefully and sweetly, and the desire to learn all about you lover makes you an ideal lover

Getting Intimate

You are a perfectionist Virgo personified, and never overlook the little details. All you need is a lover who can bring out your sensual self. What they will get in return is a confident lover. A cool exterior tends to mask your wild side, often a fantasy world filled with dreams safely under wraps.

What you need

You need someone who can match your perfection. You want a strong and free lover who will draw you out and acquaint you with pleasure. You need a partner who will draw you out of your shell and can communicate easily. For you, God is in the details and doing things right. You know that small things in life do matter.

Lifestyle Talk

• You probably must be tired of hearing how beautiful you look.You wonder if something fishy is going on. Relax; it is just your diligent beauty regimen doing the trick.

• Your attention to detail is what keeps you looking smashing. One look at your cabinet and you have a product for every feature there is! Good brands would probably name you customer of the year! You are brand loyal, and this is the secret of your appearance! Quality is your watchword, and you know exactly what you want.You prefer light, feminine scents and soft, muted earth tones. 

• Your greatest asset is your practical attitude and your self-assuredness. Now that is indeed a lethal combination!

You, the fitness freak

Virgo is the Sign of Health, which means that you're very conscious of your body's vitality. You generally skip dessert in favor of some delicious fruit and bran, which is good for your intestines -- the part of the body that Virgo rules. You're one of the few signs who really love the whole routine of exercise and look at it as leisure rather than work. Long bike rides could be your best workout bet. Golf is also a good idea. You are all to take the steady route to success, so you will avoid anything high-impact. Extreme sports are likely to upset those with nervous stomachs. It's probably best to stick with a more standard jogging routine.

Fashionably You

• Every night, no matter how late, you would run a hot iron over a set of clothes. To you, looking good stems out of an essential neatness and you achieve this with ease.

• You turn your nose at trends. You have never been able to figure out how people wear clothes with straps that threaten to fall off! Comfort is important to you, and absurd trends leave you cold.

• Price is important to you, but never at the cost of quality. The outfits you buy are simple, tailored to fit and will last a lifetime. For fun, you might give in and wear a crop top to display a belly of which they can be truly proud.

• Your hair is always tied back, or cut to a comfortable length, and this never goes out of fashion. Natural colors and fabrics in browns and beiges fit you just fine. Jewellery is not quite your style, but you might just succumb. One exclusive trinket is what you will allow. But that will suffice, to draw attention!

Travel and you

Anyone travelling with you need not wear a watch, since you have an internal (and external) clock which hums to perfection. When travelling, you can jump out of bed at 7 AM, make a 7:35 train, pull into the station at the scheduled 8:32 and know that the next bus is due in seven minutes. Is this even fun? You bet, since you are highly organized and love a routine, even when travelling. Better yet, call it a rhythm, for hitting the road with you will be a delicious mix of sightseeing, knowledge-gathering and good, clean fun. And heaven help the one who upsets this apple cart! You love this sense of order, thank you very much, meticulously planning your trips well in advance. You want to experience as many things as possible and will try to fit it all in on every trip, the better to get your money's worth. The major museums would certainly be visited in Florence, while the best Cajun bets would be savored in The Big Easy. Looks count, too, which is why your luggage is always nice and the day's attire is both clean and pressed. Although you enjoy travelling with a partner, you are also perfectly happy to hit the road alone. Whatever the case, it will be a sensible journey!

Your taste buds

You like health food in general. You love cooking a meal, as long as you know everything will proceed in order. You have good taste when it comes to either making or consuming a meal.

Books:

You are quick-minded and detail-intensive, and would love getting straight to the point. You don't mind poring over books filled with facts. They are the best source of intrigue. And yes, with you around, the encyclopedia will never gather dust.

Chocolates:

You will first assess each ingredient of the chocolate, and determine if they have passed your quality test. You are also fair, so if there are a 100 different people around, each will get a bit of chocolate.

Movies:

You do not have time to watch anything that won't improve your life in some way. You might just watch a Jane Goodall documentary to unwind. When you need to have a few laughs, a Charlie Chaplin film will work just fine.

Music:

The music you listen to should not distract you from the task at hand. And yes, what is said in a song is as important to you as the song, and meaningful lyrics score.

Restaurants:

You probably frequent a handful of restaurants, and think twice before you try a new one. And yes, the kitchen had better be as impressive as the rest of the decor!

Sports:

You will gravitate toward sports that provide mental stimulation and fitness, all at once. Sports like basketball, gymnastics or hang gliding fit the bill.

Television:

You are perhaps one of the few ardent watchers of quiz shows and nature documentaries. You would also watch self-help shows. Soap operas are a waste of time and emotions.

Gifts:

Virgos love the understated, so a classy gift would work wonders. Virgos are also well organized, so give them a gift which would help them keep track. A calendar or a digital diary would be the ideal gift. Virgos have a head for money, so a gift of bonds would certainly make them happy. What with their astute business sense, they would soon reap rich rewards. Virgos also enjoy keeping fit, so a gym membership would help. People born under this sign also have a love for pets, so pick up a dog from the local SPCA and see the special Virgo someone's face light up.

Great gifts:

A gym membership, roller blades, a massage or spa treatment, stocks or bonds, a wallet, a key ring, a pet, an exercise cycle, a diary, an organizer, a plant, a nice bottle of wine, a calculator.

Lucky Gem

The next time you need to crack a tough problem, you can count on the emerald to help you. The stone will bless you with all the intelligence you need!

Lucky Number

Number 15 for all the good luck!

Lucky Color

Get close to Nature. Wear earthy browns!

Lucky Day

Your quest for perfection pays off on Friday!

You, the employee

You are a gem of an employee and will be treasured for a long time. Your employer will let go of you rather reluctantly. You are uncomfortable with moving up the ladder too quickly, and would rather prefer a gradual approach. You value your work, but you are also conscious of appreciation and recognition. You do not hesitate to move on if you feel the policies are unreasonable. You project the image of being selfless, but know where to draw the line.

You are a certified workaholic. You have an innate fear of being feeble and dependent, and this is what drives you ahead. You have a perfect eye for detail, but sometimes, it can get too perfect to be comfortable. You value perfection more than titles. But you do not hesitate to turn on the charm when really needed.

You soon find that people bank on your strong analytical skills to sort out a problem. Your powers of discrimination are excellent, and you can sense if there is a right solution in sight.

Your sense of ethics is strong, and you are comfortable working without supervision. You detest short cuts, and would spend hours splitting hairs over a logical solution. You are slow, but sure.

You, the boss

You do not have the drive to be the high-powered executive who makes the policy decisions. Very few Virgos are comfortable in positions of authority. You are most comfortable being behind the scenes, running the company like a well-oiled machine. You are good at carrying out the original ideas of others. You hardly waste your emotions, and are uncomfortable being a listening post for troubles. You are also ill-at ease with praise. You simply cannot fire orders at subordinates. You are uneasy with wearing many hats at the same time. That is what makes you such a reluctant boss. You are excellent at piecing parts of a problem, but miss the whole issue completely. You make a few bad decisions this way. You are needed to pull a few punches when needed. But you call a spade a spade, and your much-needed diplomacy surfaces. You sometimes make decisions in self-defense and fail to cover up for it. Deception does not become you, and you end up being accused of being sly and hypocritical. You eventually do some soul-searching, and realize that you are better off running the machinery, rather than being a part of it. But while you are at it, you are generous with the criticism. Once your employees will soon see through your perfectionist facade, and discover a kindhearted boss.

You, the colleague

Well, one thing which will work in your favor is your ability to make intelligent conversation. You will never run out of topics to discuss, and this will prove to be a great intellectual stimulant. This will ensure that you seek people out, provided you don’t indulge in a round of nit-picking every time you meet. Let your critical attitude take a backseat from time to time. You need it.

Careers and you

Need a quick fix? Then you would probably be called. You simply love to analyze and bat things around and are bound to come up with some answers. You are a talker and a helper and like to facilitate solutions as a service to others. Even so, you crave independence and a space of your own, so not all your cards will be laid on the table -- some things are best kept private.

Virgo Career Guide

Here are some occupations that a Virgo might consider:
Accountant, Bookkeeper, Bus boy, Computer analyst, Contractor, Copy editor, Craftsperson, Critic, Data operator, Dental hygienist, Dietician, Doctor, Housekeeper, Information processor, Inspector , Personal assistant, Pharmacist, Programmer, Proofreader, Record keeper

Money Talk

You are sensible and self-reliant and manage money very well. As befits your cautious and reflective nature, you like to size up a situation first, making you a good business partner. You are also a chronic worrier, so you will definitely mind the store! The accounts will always be in order, and you can really stretch a buck, being as measured as you are. Having money in the bank is a bonus for you since it will eliminate one more worry! You believe that "some of the best things in life are for free" and really mean it! You are rarely a big spender, hate to borrow, and hate to lend money even more. About the only time you will lend is to a family member in need or in a case where you are sure you will get it back. The fun for you isn't in spending money; it's in cultivating fewer tangible assets such as knowledge and friendship. Now that's golden!

Stretch the buck

You are born with the magic gift of managing money. You highly analytical nature makes you a worthy business partner anyone would be glad to snap up. A business with you involved will run like a well-oiled machine, since perfection is the name of the game.

You always see to it that the account books are in order, and are blessed with the ability to stretch the buck. You take comfort from all the money stashed away in the bank, as it spares you one more worry. You also hate wasting money. You definitely save for a rainy day and don't mind working hard to do so, especially since it keeps you from having to depend on others, a perennial concern.

You are a wizard at budgeting, and can have fun on very little. You can impart valuable lessons on how "The best things in life come free." You are not a big spender, and hate to borrow and lend money. About the only time you'll lend is to a family member in need or in a case where you're sure to get it back.

You love the idea of a regular paycheck. You will not be found anywhere near the vicinity of a gambling den, since you believe that a bird in hand is worth a lot more!

Please note: this information has been collected from various astrology sites and a blog too!!...