A guide to the zodiac air signs: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius

The air signs are the master communicators of the zodiac.

Of the four signs are much like the actual element itself — they can be a cool breeze that fills your lungs; the oxygen that you need to speak, sing or explain; or a raging tornado that violently destroys everything in its path. The air signs possess all of those qualities, so it is crucial to understand how these individuals move about the world.

The air signs are Gemini (May 21 to June 20), Libra (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) and Aquarius (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18). Each of these zodiac signs has strengths, talents and weaknesses that unite them due to their elemental signature.

Air signs in love

When it comes to love and relationships, the air signs are all about spontaneity, excitement and intellectual connections. They significantly value communication and are prone to connecting with others who can stimulate them mentally — as if they’re sitting down for a conversation that will never end.

While they certainly feed off of happy and joyful interactions, the air signs also have a taste for the dramatic — just like a windstorm can sweep over the land — so do they need to keep things interesting! That leads many air signs to experience somewhat chaotic or tumultuous relationships throughout their lifetimes.

On one hand, if this is channeled in positive ways — such as intellectual debate, travel or intense conversation — the relationship itself wouldn’t be viewed as a dramatic one. Yet, for the spicier individuals who like to keep things fresh, that may lead them to be hungry to stir the pot in order to keep themselves — and their partner — on their toes! When it comes to public interactions, the air signs are the social butterflies of the zodiac and tend to be quite popular. They value having many connections, rather than just a few, in order to feed their thirst for knowledge and experience.

However, because the air signs favor their minds so greatly, that can lead them to be quite detached from their emotions, as they process everything through their intellect and perception rather than feeling it.

Air signs at work

When it comes to career, work and professional interests, air signs obviously excel in communications-related fields. They can be masters of media, publishing, academics, data, technology or law. With their extremely advanced mental perception and capacity, they will thrive in any industry where there is a great deal of processing, analyzing or exchanging of information. With skills not only in processing data but also in knowing how to approach it in a calculated and cerebral way, they can become great leaders in those particular areas.

Ideal careers for air signs: Media, journalism, educator, architect, law, politics

Air and fire signs

Get ready for sparks! Just as a flame needs oxygen to breathe, this connection can feel like the perfect match! The two zodiac signs will feed one another’s natural vibes. However, too much fire can create an explosion — or too much wind can blow a candle out — so it’s ideal to temper the balance between these two and they’ll have many adventures together. This union will provide a constant supply of passion, chemistry and fuel to motivate one another to live life to the fullest and embrace their innate sense of joy.

Air and earth signs

Like the sky marries the land, this connection does have staying power — if the two can keep an open mind about their partner. These elements aren’t usually considered to be the most compatible, as they can be quite stubborn in their ideas and lifestyles, but the two can actually learn a great deal from one another if they are open to doing so. A sturdy balance between them will ensure that the air sign keeps two feet on the ground, while the earth sign can step out of their comfort zone. This match can be extremely successful at making plans and seeing things through to manifestation.

Air and air signs

Prepare for a whirlwind! The connection between two people who are air signs can be one of the best matches ever. This is because both will have similar traits and value communication, freedom and spontaneity. Their love for discussion will keep this match together for a long time, as long as one doesn’t dominate the other’s sense of self and ideas. Between two happy air signs, expect plenty of adventure; between two unhappy air signs, expect them to scatter apart like leaves in the wind.

Air and water signs

Of all the zodiac sign matches, the connection between air and water signs is the most challenging. That is because air signs operate out of the mind, whereas water signs prioritize intuition and emotion.

However, this match can also be extremely rewarding if the pair is willing to teach one another about other aspects of connection. Like a cool and refreshing spring rain, the two can play and explore life as one. However, if things get out of balance, expect thunderstorms. The key to this union is checking in with one another about their present mental and emotional states.

Gemini

Mercury