This archive report was first published on 27 September 2019.
When it comes to personality traits, there's a lot that goes into making you, you. Genetics, upbringing, family dynamics, and a dash of luck all play a role. But did you know that your zodiac sign might also have a say in what makes you tick?
Donna Page, a professional astrologer with a graduate degree in counseling psychology, weighed in on the best personality traits for each zodiac sign. Here's what she had to say:
ARIES (MARCH 21–APRIL 19) ¶
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Best trait: Ambition
As an Aries, you're driven and ambitious. You're not afraid to take charge and go after what you want. This natural leadership quality makes you a born leader.
TAURUS (APRIL 20–MAY 20) ¶
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Best trait: Reliability
As a Taurus, you're dependable and reliable. You take your time and make sure you're making the right move. People know they can count on you, and that's an amazing quality to have.
GEMINI (MAY 21–JUNE 20) ¶
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Best trait: Encyclopedic knowledge
As a Gemini, you're a walking encyclopedia. You know a little bit of everything, from the names of all the Kardashians' kids to quotes from Shakespeare. People love bouncing ideas off of you because you know so much.
LEO (JULY 23–AUGUST 22) ¶
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Best trait: Generosity
As a Leo, you're fun-loving and generous. You're always up for a good time, and you make sure everyone is along for the ride. Your open and generous nature makes you a joy to be around.
VIRGO (AUGUST 23–SEPTEMBER 22) ¶
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Best trait: Helpfulness
As a Virgo, you're super-helpful. You're willing to jump in and tackle projects when others aren't, and you have zero issues getting little things done that other people don't see or don't want to do.
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23–OCTOBER 22) ¶
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Best trait: Empathy
As a Libra, you have an amazing ability to empathize with others. You get where people are coming from, and why they might behave the way they do. This empathy can help you get far with people, even difficult ones.
SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23–NOVEMBER 21) ¶
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Best trait: Loyalty
As a Scorpio, you can weed through the crap to find out what makes people tick. You're also very willing to fight for the ones you love, which is why you have such a loyal group of friends.
SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22–DECEMBER 21) ¶
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Best trait: Optimism
As a Sagittarius, you're an optimist. You're a glass half full kind of person, and you're confident in your ability to get things done. This optimism can help propel you forward in life and your career.
CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22–JANUARY 19) ¶
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Best trait: Follow-through
As a Capricorn, you're incredibly dependable. If you say you're going to do something, you do it. You're also all about planning things out, and people respect that about you.
AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20–FEBRUARY 18) ¶
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Best trait: Friendship
As an Aquarius, you're an amazing friend. You have the ability to mix with different types of people and see things in a different light. And, when people need a friend, they know they can count on you.
PISCES (FEBRUARY 19–MARCH 20) ¶
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Best trait: Empathy
As a Pisces, you have an amazing ability to know what other people are feeling. If a friend is struggling, it's you that comes to the rescue. You'd do anything for the people that you love, and the feeling is mutual.
