Gemini Sun

Lesson One

Gemimi Natural State of Being...

This represents the Sun sign of Gemini and all its characteristics and traits.

  • Focus is on the exchange of information
  • World ideas - the intellect and mind - is the natural domain
  • motivated by a healthy curiosity, and consequent need to communicate
  • highly sociable and interactive individuals
  • adaptability, flexibility and change (changing anything from associations to their minds)
  • the freedom to be flexible is an essential part of their journey
  • can easily switch between their thinking or feeling modes
  • react immediately to any situation within their environment, swapping opinions and points of focus, depending on prevailing circumstances
  • a social butterfly, moving from one topic or group of people to the next with ease.
  • Bring something to share with one group, at the same time as leaving a piece of information behind in their wake
    • will move about, taking something else from one "experience-set" and sharing it with the next
  • can be quite refined, charming or gracious, knowing exactly how to quip and sparkle at just the right time to keep others entertained.
  • they need the flexibility, freedom and choice to be constantly circulating or moving about
  • key is their versatility and adaptability
  • happiest when able to jump from one situation to the next
  • The twins embody the principle of duality, and so they can be constantly aware of opposing points of view, divergent opinions, and the various options in any situation
  • They can shift or change as the moment does, depending on their mood
  • The need for options is paramount, and even if they have no real intent on taking a certain path, they need to feel they could do should the opportunity arise
  • may feel more comfortable seeing themselves in a constant state of flux
  • knowing that change is inevitable they will be more able to focus on current circumstances and relationships in their lives if they feel that there is room for other opportunities
  • with the potential for surprise around every corner, they can then happily adjust to what is in front of them now
  • trying to limit them to a set number of outcomes can be problematic.  This may be a source of nervous tension. without knowing why.
  • highly prone to episodes of anxiety based on too much or not enough mental stimulation.
  • stay balanced through experiencing a steady stream of stimuli without taking on too much
  • like to have options and need to feel the freedom to be able to choose
    • this then leads to the tendency to create numerous options for themselves, which can mean becoming scattered
    • too many choices can lead to overwhelm, and sometimes they will find that less equals more
  • The propensity to change their mind or hold apparently contrasting opinions has lead them to earn a reputation for being two-faced, unreliable or fickle
    • this is often untrue, and does not do justice to the true motivation of who they are
  • prefer to keep their options open, which can mean allowing for a multitude of possibilities to exist within any given circumstance
  • an intellectual and rational sign, and are likely to be concerned with analysis, figures and facts.
  • often approach with a detached and reasonable point of view.
  • they obtain a fact then circulate it
  • concerns for facts and figures can manifest at its simplest level through becoming a source of gossip.  At a more refined level, it can operate through gathering of facts, data and information to be used for complex analysis further down the track.
  • can be the person who gathers information for the benefit of all concerned
  • usually quick minded
  • natural aptitude for keeping abreast of changing conditions, and can make lighting fast decisions based on logic and intuition when they are free of any emotional involvement or potential limitation.
  • natural wit and love of gathering facts that makes all forms of communication an easy avenue for self expression
  • strong fascination for anything bright, shiny and new
  • need to reflect and go within is also highly pronounced
    • times when the social drawbridge must be closed in order to process complex states of mind.
  • continually moving between rational and irrational reactions within their own psyche, internally exploring the myriad of possibilities across a spectrum of potential responses.
    • having analyzed all possible outcomes and responses from within, they can return to the bright and bubbly social mode of being that is their natural birthright.
  • with the accent on all things intellectual, the emotional side of life is often less pronounced.
    • prefer to keep things light and bright and breezy, so avoiding the complexity and weight of deep, emotional scenes.
  • may be a tendency to avoid commitments and obligations of an emotional nature, preferring to explore the options available out there rather than get caught up in the web of someone else's emotional ties.
  • can be strangely uncomfortable with emotional concerns, and will seek to find ways to analyze what in essence needs to be felt
    • this can lead to conflict within the self, as well as in relationships, if the tendency to detach is not recognized and actively worked upon
  • recognizing the value of feeling is an important component of effective communication
  • sign of the flirt
  • may prefer the fun of endless possibilities and the excitement of "the chase" over the routine of traditional partnership roles.
  • the need for freedom and variety can undermine that ability to make commitments and create lasting structures.
  • they are here to ask questions and find out.
  • most concerned with the exchange of information and ideas and they will find their life experiences seem to work out so that they have the freedom and opportunity to do just that
  • ability to communicate comes from the capacity to see every side of a situation
  • in time their versatility and willingness to learn helps them become a valuable friend, source of fun and well informed ally
  • their challenge is to explore the realm of possibilities, whilst recognizing the support that structure brings.  
    • then they can communicate all that they know with depth as well as conviction.

​Check out the second part of lesson one...

Read about the Moon in Gemini and discover its emotional state.