Most of us know our astrological sign. After all, we can only have one Sun sign.
However, if you were born a few days from the sun’s movement from one astrological sign to the next, you are considered to be ‘on the cusp,’ and this has special meaning for you from an astrological perspective.
CAPRICORN-AQUARIUS (BETWEEN 1/16-1/22) – THE CUSP OF MYSTERY & IMAGINATION
What happens when you combine the energies of capable Capricorn and quirky Aquarius? You get highly unique individuals, that’s what. If you were born between about January 16 and January 23, you were born on The Cusp of Mystery and Imagination, and there’s never a dull moment.
Whether outwardly flamboyant or shy and quiet, Capricorn-Aquarius cuspers always have much excitement going on internally. They have vivid dreams and rich fantasies that need to be expressed creatively if they’re to be happy.
Prone to leading unusual lives, “Capriquarians” often struggle to balance the two very different sides of their personalities — they are reserved yet social, security-craving but independent, and traditional yet offbeat.
Capricorn-Aquarius cuspers love to talk and entertain, and they especially enjoy intellectually stimulating conversations about any manner of strange topics. This is why no matter how hard they work or how dedicated they are to achieving their goals, things are never dull.
While hard-work and high standards bring these cuspers much success in most career endeavors, they can have more difficulty maintaining personal relationships. This is perhaps due to a need for independence, and a tendency to seem aloof and critical — sometimes even selfish. However, if they can put forth the loyal, funny and friendly sides of themselves they’ll make fast friends.
AQUARIUS-PISCES (2/15-2/21) – THE CUSP OF SENSITIVITY
Wondering what happens when your birth chart combines the energy of quirky Aquarius with dreamy Pisces? If you were born on the cusp of these two horoscopes signs, between about February 15-21, you were born on The Cusp of Sensitivity — a compassionate and imaginative place.
Spiritual, artistic, peace-loving and friendly, Aquarius-Pisces cuspers are highly original people. This is the cusp most likely to be labeled “offbeat” or “eccentric,” and its citizens are stimulated by visionary ideas and new experiences. They are highly intellectual, however not so good with practical details and follow-through.
These cuspers may be social or shy, or they may be a peculiar mix of both. This is because pending time with others is a great stress relief, but at the same time they are so sensitive they often choose to hide out alone and escape into their imaginations instead.
Aquarius-Pisces is also arguably the most intuitive cusp placement, lending a naturally psychic and compassionate view of the world. Delving into spiritual matters and philosophical ideals is much more important to these folks than simply managing the details of day-to-day life.
For this reason they may lose things, forget appointments, show up late or stand you up. But don’t be mad — it’s only because they were too preoccupied thinking about how make the world a better place on a much deeper level
PISCES-ARIES (3/17-3/23) – THE CUSP OF REBIRTH
If your birth chart combines energies from the dreamy, imaginative sign of Pisces and go-getter Aries, chances are you know what you want — and you want it now.
Those born on the Pisces-Aries cusp, which falls between about March 17 to March 23, are an intriguing mix of fiery impulsiveness and imaginative daydreaming, which is actually pretty excellent because it means they’re both dreamers AND doers.
A bit impatient and very direct, “Pisaries” peeps can sometimes rub others the wrong way by refusing to compromise. Why compromise when you are always right, they wonder? But at the same time this does make them great leaders.
Because they combine a certain fearlessness with compassion for others, these cuspers have a natural ability to push limits and bring others along with them toward success. It’s all about generating new ideas, working hard to put them in effect and then playing hard to reduce the stress.
If those born on this cusp can just work a little harder on their social skills and try to cultivate patience, their lives will be much easier. In fact, when they can balance the two sides of their personalities they work well together — Pisces can temper Aries hasty moves, while Aries can make Pisces’ dreams a reality.
ARIES-TAURUS (4/16-4/22) – THE CUSP OF POWER
Watch out world, here comes the almighty Aries-Taurus cusper! If you were born on the cusp between Aries and Taurus, between about April 17 to April 22, you were born on The Cusp of Power and you are indeed a force to be reckoned with.
Authoritative and bold, people born on the Aries-Taurus cusp are natural born leaders. They’ll take charge at work or at home, and the two signs’ energies mix well for success — impulsive Aries lends energy and pushes forward toward goals, while practical Taurus takes care of all the details.
One area to watch is that of being too forceful, and barreling right over the opinions and desires of others. Those born on the Aries-Taurus cusp can’t stand to watch others do things the know darn right they could do better themselves.
How do they know that? Because they’re quite opinionated! This isn’t always a bad thing, it’s just important to find balance, tone down all those aggressive winning instincts and learn to better respect the feelings of others.
Then the funny, helpful, strong and dependable side to the Aries-Taurus cusp will shine in its own powerful light.
TAURUS-GEMINI (5/17-5/23) – THE CUSP OF ENERGY
Earth meets Air for those born on the Taurus-Gemini Cusp, and it’s quite a dust storm of activity these individuals can kick up. If you were born between the signs of Taurus and Gemini, from about May 17 to May 23, you’re one of the most youthful and go-getting cuspers of ’em all.
Those born on the Taurus-Gemini Cusp have the bonus of being both physically strong and mentally agile, which makes them stable and driven, as well as clever and communicative.
Such traits give these cuspers the ability to adapt to many different situations and people, and to want to do it all — and to do it a lot.
In fact, burning the candle at both ends to the point of fatigue could become a problem for Taurus-Gemini because they’re having so much fun they don’t want to stop. Finding balance will be important to these individuals so they don’t wear themselves out.
A few other areas to watch for are not overindulging in food and drink — Taurus and Gemini are both such pleasure-loving signs — and to try to be sensitive to the feelings of others.
If these highly charged cuspers can learn to sit back and listen from time to time instead of just charging and chatting ahead full force, they’ll be quite successful and have more friends to the end.
GEMINI-CANCER (6/17-6/23) – THE CUSP OF MAGIC
If you were born on the Gemini-Cancer cusp, from about June 17 to June 23, you’re a magical individual! The energies of Gemini and Cancer combine to create truly inspirational human beings — both lighthearted and fun, but also caring and devoted.
Emotions can run high for those born on “The Cusp of Magic,” but with love and affection from plenty of friends and family, it’s likely most will lead an active, stimulating and happy life.
Learn more about the magical Gemini-Cancer cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Magic
Date Range: June 17 to June 23
Strengths: Fun, flirty, curious, intellectual, affectionate, caring, devoted, sensitive and inspirational.
Weaknesses: Moody, overly emotional, scatterbrained, selfish, depressive and self-destructive.
How Gemini-Cancer energy works together: Gemini’s speedy and breezy energy combines with Cancer’s slower and more thoughtful nature to create people who are both light and bright. Gemini’s restlessness is nicely balanced by Cancer’s sensitivity, resulting in a well-rounded soul.
What they love: Great big books about history and philosophy, trying out new recipes, hosting dinner parties and playing with children (after all, they’re kids at heart, too).
What they need: Sensitive and affectionate Gemini-Cancer cuspers need someone to love! Without a special someone to nurture, they can become moody or depressed.
Advice: Thicken your skin! Avoid depressive or self-destructive impulses by learning to think less about your own needs and more about others when the going gets tough.
Famous people born on the Gemini-Cancer cusp: Barry Manilow, Paul McCartney, Roger Ebert, Isabella Rossellini, Kathleen Turner, Paula Abdul, Nicole Kidman, Lionel Richie, John Goodman, Sartre, Juliette Lewis, Prince William, Meryl Streep, Cyndi Lauper and June Carter Cash.
CANCER-LEO (7/19-7/25) – THE CUSP OF OSCILLATION
If you were born on the Cancer-Leo cusp, from about July 19 to July 25, you have some challenges to face. When you combine the sensitive nature of Cancer and the expressive drama of Leo, it results in some contrary elements to your personality. Your life may be one of extreme ups and downs!
Cancer-Leo cuspers can be sensitive and shy one moment, and theatrical drama queens the next. This is because they’re born of a conflicting mix of water (Cancer) and fire (Leo), which will take discipline to mix successfully.
If you can learn to center yourself and find more balance, your life will be filled with lots of love and lasting relationships.
Learn more about the magical Gemini-Cancer cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Oscillation
Date Range: July 19 to July 25
Strengths: Loving, devoted, expressive, creative, cheerful, passionate.
Weaknesses: Self-absorbed, insensitive, dramatic, dependent, volatile.
How Cancer and Leo energy work together: Cancer’s sensitivity doesn’t always mix well with Leo’s bold nature. These cuspers need to be careful of oscillating between extreme highs and lows, and of being either too sensitive or completely insensitive. If you can learn to let Cancer’s soft side tone down Leo’s outrageousness, you’ll find more balance and peace.
What they love: Pendulums. Just kidding! These cuspers are in love with love. Because they are so loving and devoted, they develop long lasting relationships and often have big families.
What they need: A purpose greater than themselves! Cancer-Leo cuspers need to find balance, and in order to do so they need to get outside of themselves. Helping others or devoting time to a worthy cause is a great way to find peace and focus on something other than themselves.
Advice: Try to find a comfortable middle ground between the two extremes of your personality. Try activities like yoga or volunteer work to keep you connected to others so you don’t become too self-involved.
Famous people born on the Cancer-Leo cusp: Edgar Degas, Campbell Scott, Elizabeth McGovern, Carlos Santana, Natalie Wood, Kim Carnes, Ernest Hemingway, Robin Williams, Jon Lovitz, Josh Hartnett, Cat Stevens, Willem Dafoe, David Spade, Rufus Wainwright, Woody Harrelson, Slash, Amelia Earhart, Jennifer Lopez, Barry Bonds, Zelda Fitzgerald, Estelle Getty, Matt LeBlanc, Iman and Brad Renfro.
LEO-VIRGO (8/19-8/25) – THE CUSP OF EXPOSURE
If you were born on the Leo-Virgo cusp, from about August 19 to August 25, you were born on “The Cusp of Exposure,” but that’s not as risque as it sounds. In fact, you face some not-so-fun and conflicting energy in your life.
Leo is a Fire sign and Virgo is an Earth sign, which means there are contrary elements to your personality. The question is, will the fire in your heart be smothered by the Earth, or will it burn bright?
Because these cuspers were born between such very different signs, it’s hard to say which way they’ll lean. Some on the Leo-Virgo cusp gravitate more toward Leo’s need for drama and attention, while others are more like Virgo and prefer a quiet, less social lifestyle.
Whichever way you lean, though, your personality will most likely be hardworking and passionate, especially when dedicated to a particular cause.
Learn more about the challenging Leo-Virgo Cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Exposure
Date Range: August 19 to August 25
Strengths: Hardworking, passionate, discriminating, positive, success-driven and honest.
Weaknesses: Critical, antisocial, manipulative, stubborn, quarrelsome and melodramatic.
How Leo and Virgo energy work together: Leo’s flair for drama and Virgo’s down to earth practicality don’t always mix well. These cuspers need to be careful of living a life of extremes — either bold and loud or silent and secretive. But if they can strike a balance between their extroverted and introverted sides, they will master the rare ability to know exactly when to speak up and when to remain silent.
What they love: Getting behind a good cause. Leo is a loving and natural born leader, while Virgo is hardworking, detail oriented and devoted to helping others. Together this is a persuasive cusp combination that is happiest when rallying a group of people in support of a great cause. And know this: They will succeed!
What they need: Intimacy. It won’t come easy for these cuspers, who value secrets and privacy above all else, but they really need to have people in their lives who know them well and love them for exactly who they are.
Advice: Leo-Virgo cuspers must learn to share more of themselves with others, which will in turn help them get in better touch with their own feelings and emotions.
Famous people born on the Leo-Virgo cusp: Coco Chanel, Matthew Perry, Bill Clinton, John Stamos, Gene Roddenberry, Robert Plant, Fred Durst, Connie Chung, Kenny Rogers, Wilt Chamberlain, Kim Cattrall, Ray Bradbury, John Lee Hooker, Tori Amos, Barbara Eden, Gene Kelly, River Phoenix, Shelley Long, Kobe Bryant, Marlee Matlin, Dave Chappelle, Leonard Bernstein, Sean Connery, Gene Simmons, Elvis Costello, Billy Ray Cyrus, Claudia Schiffer.
VIRGO-LIBRA (9/19-9/25) – THE CUSP OF BEAUTY
If you were born on the Virgo-Libra cusp, from about September 19 to September 25, you’re a beautiful individual, inside and out! The energies of Virgo and Libra work nicely together to create very balanced people who are both intellectual and artistic.
Individuals born on “The Cusp of Beauty” are ruled by communication planet Mercury and love planet Venus, which lends them the rational qualities of Virgo as well as the creative and social attributes of Libra — it’s the best of both worlds!
Beauty cuspers are always up to date on the latest trends, and they love all things of beauty, including people, art and nature. They strive to keep their personal appearance and their home aesthetically pleasing, but they must avoid taking this too far at the risk of becoming superficial.
In fact, most Virgo-Libra cuspers are not superficial at all! They are deep thinkers with sharp analytical skills and a strong work ethic, and that combination is a thing of beauty, indeed.
Learn more about the beautiful Virgo-Libra cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Beauty
Date Range: September 19 to September 25
Strengths: Attractive, intellectual, communicative, artistic, social, sensuous.
Weaknesses: Superficial, materialistic, detached, perfectionist, nervous, jaded.
How Virgo-Libra energy works together: Virgo’s analytical skills and attention to detail combine nicely with Libra’s social skills and love of beauty to create balanced individuals who are both intelligent and artistic. Both signs share a love of beauty that meshes nicely.
What they love: Objects of beauty, including people, art, fashion, home décor, nature and anything pretty you can look at, buy or adorn yourself with.
What they need: Virgo-Libra cuspers need to keep their lives in order and everything running smoothly and looking good in order to prevent anxiety.
Advice: Be careful of becoming too preoccupied with appearances and spending too much money on material things. Focus more on your spiritual side!
Famous people born on the Virgo-Libra cusp: Trisha Yearwood, Adam West, Jeremy Irons, Twiggy, Jimmy Fallon, Sophia Loren, Upton Sinclair, Alexander the Great, Faith Hill, H. G. Wells, Larry Hagman, Leonard Cohen, Stephen King, Bill Murray, Ricki Lake, Nicole Richie, Tommy Lasorda, Joan Jett, Scott Baio, Andrea Bocelli, Mickey Rooney, Jason Alexander, Julio Iglesias, John Coltrane, Ray Charles, Bruce Springsteen, Ani DiFranco, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Jim Henson, Phil Hartman, Will Smith, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Heather Locklear, Mark Hamill, Christopher Reeve, Michael Douglas, Barbara Walters, William Faulkner.
LIBRA-SCORPIO (10/19-10/25) – THE CUSP OF DRAMA AND CRITICISM
If you were born on the Libra-Scorpio cusp, from about October 19 to October 25, you were born on the “Cusp of Drama and Criticism,” and you have a powerful flare for both.
Libra-Scorpio cuspers, born between the signs of Libra and Scorpio, are ruled by two passionate planets, Venus and Pluto, which is a super sexy combination. In fact, this cusper’s intellect, drive, flamboyance and sexuality may be too much for some others to handle!
These individuals have Libra’s great judgment and Scorpio’s precision, which makes them a force to be reckoned with. They have such big personalities and are so accomplished, in fact, they must watch out for becoming arrogant or insisting on doing everything their own way.
More than anything, those born on the Libra-Scorpio cusp make great leaders and they have the ability to realize big dreams.
Learn more about the dramatic Libra-Scorpio cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Drama and Criticism
Date Range: October 19 to October 25
Strengths: Powerful, competent, sexy, charming, intellectual, honest.
Weaknesses: Cynical, sarcastic, picky, self-absorbed, blunt.
How Libra-Scorpio energy works together: Libra is ruled by thought and intellect, while Scorpio is about powerful and deep-seated emotions. This can result in a conflict between head and heart, but these individuals are powerful overall — even more so if they can find balance.
What they love: The truth. Libra-Scorpio cuspers aim to get to the bottom of every situation, and won’t stop until they’ve picked at something from every angle to get to the truth.
What they need: To relax! These cuspers will be much happier if they can give their inner critic a day off once in a while and try to have fun without an agenda.
Advice: You’ll find the most happiness if you can learn to balance your intellectual side with your emotional side and keep your ego in check so you won’t rub people the wrong way.
Famous people born on the Libra-Scorpio cusp: Evander Holyfield, John Lithgow, John Le Carre, Robert Reed, Mickey Mantle, Snoop Dogg, Tom Petty, Joyce Brothers, Carrie Fisher, Dizzy Gillespie, Kim Kardashian, Catherine Deneuve, Deepak Chopra, Christopher Lloyd, Annette Funicello, Johnny Carson, Dwight Yoakam, Weird Al Yankovich, Chi Chi Rodriguez, Kevin Kline, Pablo Picasso, Minnie Pearl.
SCORPIO-SAGITTARIUS (11/18-11/24) – THE CUSP OF REVOLUTION
If you were born on the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp, from about November 18 to November 24, you were born on the “Cusp of Revolution,” and you are full of strength and rebellious energy.
Individuals born on between the signs of Scorpio and Sagittarius are ruled by the planets Pluto, Mars and Jupiter, and are a dynamic mix of Scorpio intensity and bold Sagittarius action. The result is a fearless individual quite capable of running wild!
If they can learn to channel all that energy toward something productive, these cuspers are likely to be successful at most endeavors because they’re not afraid to charge ahead, speak their minds freely and pursue their passions.
“Scorsagiuns” who learn to balance their complex personalities are well liked, and appreciated for their good humor and open minds.
Learn more about the revolutionary Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Revolution
Date Range: November 19 to November 24
Strengths: Energetic, adventurous, powerful, accomplished, generous, passionate, humorous.
Weaknesses: Secretive, selfish, rebellious, wild, aggressive, blunt, misunderstood.
How Scorpio-Sagittarius energy works together: Scorpio’s is Water and Sagittarius is Fire, an opposing mix that creates complex personalities who are often misunderstood. If they can learn to balance their aggressive qualities with more adaptable traits, they will be powerful, generous and friendly folks to have around.
What they love: Freedom. Don’t try to box in a freedom-loving Scorpio-Sagittarius cusper! Their intense passion and need for action cannot and will not surrender to being controlled!
What they need: To be self-employed. Conflict can arise with authority figures because of this cusper’s rebellious nature and forthright manner, so they are better off working independently — as well as putting their efforts toward a humanistic cause they are passionate about.
Advice: Try to be less selfish and more in tune with others’ feelings, as well as more forgiving of other people’s mistakes.
Famous people born on the Scorpio-Sagittarius cusp: Calvin Klein, Jodie Foster, Indira Gandhi, Larry King, Meg Ryan, Ted Turner, Robert F. Kennedy, Goldie Hawn, Bjork, Voltaire, Scarlett Johansson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Miley Cyrus, Billy the Kid, Amy Grant, Joe DiMaggio, Christina Applegate, and John F. Kennedy Jr.
SAGITTARIUS-CAPRICORN (12-18-12/24) – THE CUSP OF PROPHECY
If you were born on the Sagittarius-Capricorn cusp, from about December 18 to December 24, you were born on the “Cusp of Prophecy,” and you are a true visionary headed toward certain success.
Optimistic Sagittarius and practical Capricorn make a great mix, giving these cuspers the happy-go-lucky attitude and realistic vision to dream up big plans and turn them into reality. Often these plans are so forward-thinking they actually have a hand in shaping the future!
Sagicorns are outgoing and friendly, but also reliable and responsible. They are always prepared to do their best at any endeavor, and would especially excel at an adventurous career related to language or travel.
The biggest challenge here is balancing Sagittarius’ desire to go fast with Capricorn’s slow and steady pace. But no matter which direction these friendly and hardworking cuspers take, they’ve got the right balance of cosmic energy to be the best at whatever they choose.
Learn more about the revolutionary Sagittarius-Capricorn cusp:
Name of Cusp: The Cusp of Prophecy
Date Range: December 19 to December 25
Strengths: Responsible, outgoing, friendly, fair, loyal, humorous, successful.
Weaknesses: Moody, closed, intense, impatient, uncooperative, selfish.
How Sagittarius-Capricorn energy works together: Sagittarius’ optimism and fearlessness mixes wonderfully with Capricorn’s hardworking and practical nature. This results in a person who dreams big, then makes those dreams come true.
What they love: Starting ambitious new projects that may change the world and seeing them through successfully all the way to the end.
What they need: Sagicorns need others to give their very best. Because they put forth the best themselves, they won’t accept less from anyone else.
Advice: Try not to cut yourself off from others so much. If you put more time into making friends and forming lasting relationships it will help you become less moody and intense.
Famous people born on the Sagittarius-Capricorn cusp: Robert Urich, Edith Piaf, Jake Gyllenhaal, Alyssa Milano, Billy Bragg, Max Lerner, Chris Robinson, Ray Romano, Jane Fonda, Samuel L. Jackson, Chris Evert, Kiefer Sutherland, Phil Donahue, Frank Zappa, Diane Sawyer, Robin Gibb, Maurice Gibb, Ralph Fiennes, Corey Haim, Susan Lucci, Eddie Vedder, Ava Gardner, Ricky Martin, Mary Higgins Clark, Humphrey Bogart, Sissy Spacek, Annie Lennox, Anwar Sadat, Jimmy Buffett, Barbara Mandrell.
