Essential Oils and the Signs

Recently, I was introduced to Essential Oils at a library community event. There, I was given the opportunity to learn about the history, production, and usage of essential oils and their benefits in supporting health. I'm rather obsessed, in all honesty. In order to merge my two passions: astrology and essential oils, I am going to create a guide for those who wish to find oils to support attributes of the various zodiac signs!

Each sign is associated with a part of the body, as well as specific emotional attributes, so I've put together a presentation of oils that promote health for each of these variants.  I've included a link at the bottom of this post if you're interested in acquiring these oils for yourself. These oils are sourced through Young Living. I only obtain my essential oils through YL because of their Seed to Seal promise, guaranteeing the purity of their oils. YL is the ONLY brand I trust to use for myself and my home; it's the only source I recommend.

Aries - The Head

Peppermint

Applying to the head and neck or diffusing Peppermint oil uplifts the spirit while reigniting the mind and senses. It's a great pick-me-up to any dragging day. Goes excellent with any Aries who is on the go! Great for post-exercise massage, mixed with a carrier oil. I like to add the Vitality version to my water bottle each morning to refresh my spirit and my breath throughout the day.

Additional oils to try: Brain Power, Clarity, Peppermint Vitality, Eucalyptus Globulus, Eucalyptus Blue

Taurus - The Neck & Throat

EndoFlex Vitality

When applied directly over the throat in the morning, you can expect your day to start with energy and clarity. I personally apply this daily to support my energy levels. It's an excellent way for a slow moving Taurus to start the day off right! This dietary oil blend can be mixed with a morning beverage, promoting overall wellness and balance!

Additional oils to try: Thieves, Eucalyptus Radiata, Tea Tree, Oregano, ImmuPower

Gemini - The Arms, Hands, & Shoulders

Cool Azul

For a light aromatic experience and cooling sensation that is excellent post-physical exertion, Cool Azul takes the cake. Excellent when massaged onto desired areas with a carrier oil! This will get your day back on track with its grounding, peaceful aroma.

Additional oils to try: Wintergreen, PanAway, Aroma Siez, Relieve It, Vetiver, Helichrysum, Myrrh

Cancer - The Chest & Breasts

Clary Sage

Clary Sage provides an aroma that calms and relaxes. Excellent to diffuse while meditating or to apply on tense spots on the body with a carrier oil.

Additional oils to try: SclarEssence Vitality, Lady Sclareol, Dragon Time, EndoFlex Vitality, Frankincense

Leo - The Back & Heart

Peace and Calming

Leos are often on the go, but when they're home it's time to relax! When inviting people over, they want to be the best hosts and completely welcoming. Peace and Calming oil promotes these feelings and is lovely for the whole family, another value that Leos can't live without! My Leo mom enjoys this in the diffuser at night.

Additional oils to try: Rosemary Vitality, Ylang Ylang, Thyme Vitality, Mandarin, Aroma Life, Valor, Stress Away

Virgo - The Nervous System & Stomach

DiGize Vitality

DiGize is the number one meal companion oil! It can be added to a dish, diluted in water, or taken in a vegetable capsule. This will enhance the impact of any meal. The fennel seed oil found in this blend was used as an after meal delicacy in Ancient Egypt! I use this every evening in my water at dinnertime.

Additional oils to try: Peppermint Vitality, Trauma Life, Lavender Vitality, Valerian, Patchouli, Valor, Fennel Vitality, Ginger Vitality, Carrot Seed Vitality, Tea Tree, Thieves Vitality

Libra - The Lower Back & Bottom

Oola Balance

As the name implies, this oil helps to balance emotions, thoughts, and health, allowing further focus and peace of mind. Be sure to check-out Oola's tea blends and books on finding balance.

Additional oils to try: Myrrh, Helichrysum, Cypress, PanAway, Stress Away

Scorpio - The Bladder & Genitals

Light the Fire

I think this speaks for itself.

Additional oils to try: Fennel Vitality, Rose, Myrrh, Valerian, Lavender, Melrose, Thieves, Tea Tree, Cypress

Sagittarius - The Thighs, Hips, & Liver

Carrot Seed Vitality

Carrot Seed oil, like the plant from which it derives, promotes general health and well-being. Excellent pairing with nutrient rich foods to take your wellness to new level! This is also an excellent oil to support healthy skin.

Additional oils to try: German Chamomile, Celery Seed Vitality, JuvaCleanse Vitality, GLF Vitality

Capricorn - The Knees, Joints, & Bones

Wintergreen

Not only is the name appropriate for these Winter babies, but also the oil is excellent to support Capricorn health and overall well-being. The aroma is invigorating, which can propel one forward while working. This oil makes a phenomenal additive to lotions, especially those intended to be applied after physical activity.

Additional oils to try: PanAway, Aroma Siez, Cool Azul, SclarEssence Vitality, Idaho Blue Spruce

Aquarius - The Circulatory System & Lower Legs

Helichrysum

This oil promotes focus and concentration with its sweet aroma. It's excellent for times of thought. It also is great for applying to wrinkles, to reduce the signs of aging. Aquarians are notorious for early signs of aging. This oil is only farmed in its native land of Croatia!

Additional oils to try: Cypress, PanAway, Aroma Life, EndoFlex Vitality

Pisces - The Feet

Idaho Blue Spruce

The feet are home to many pathways to the body's vitality. Applying oils directly to certain areas of the feet is often the best way to reap the benefits of the various oils. This oil is highly exclusive and creates a lovely aroma. Accessing this scent can facilitate an elevated state of relaxation.

Additional oils to try: Egyptian Gold, PanAway, Frankincense, Myrrh, Patchouli, Vetiver, Wintergreen, Sacred Sandalwood

For additional information about oils and their uses, I highly suggest reading Essential Oils Pocket Reference.

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Book Recommendations

Because I haven't had much time to post anything lately, I thought I would provide a list of useful astrology books!  These are the ones I consult most frequently.

The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need by Joanna Martine Woolfolk

Momstrology by Ophira Edut and Tali Edut

Bad Birthdays: The Truth Behind Your Crappy Sun Sign by Sarah Christensen Fu

The Secret Language of Birthdays by Gary Goldschneider and Joost Elffers

The Secret Language of Relationships by Gary Goldschneider and Joost Elffers

Power of Birthdays, Stars, and Numbers: The Complete Personology Reference Guide by Saffi Crawford and Geraldine Sullivan

Astrology for Writers by Corrine Kenner

Ancient Astrology by Tamsyn Barton

This Week's Horoscope (10/6/13 - 10/12/13)

Link:  Weekly Horoscope

This Week's Horoscope (9/29/13 - 10/5/13)

Link:  Weekly Horoscopes

This Week's Horoscope (9/22/13 - 9/28/13)

I have begun to write horoscopes for one of my college's newspapers.  Below you can find a link to the horoscopes on the newspaper's website:
Weekly Horoscopes (9/22/13 - 9/28/13)

"Book Two: A Clash of Kings" in Review

The second book in the series, "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin, was much more eventful than the first.  Although the prologue was more relevant to the book than the prologue in the first book, it was a little difficult to get through, as most of the first book actually was.  However, I enjoyed the second book much more thoroughly than the first even though my favorite characters seemed to be described less frequently and were perhaps even nonexistence, as they perished in the first book.

I find myself more into the series and more intrigued, I can't wait to start the next book; however, I have to admit, I was disappointed with some of the occurrences in the book.  Stannis, as a character, was very disappointing.  I don't believe he was actually defeated at King's Landing, but I am very disappointed with him.  In the first book, Stannis isn't really characterized as anything but boring, just, and stringent.  The second book portrays him as being almost cruel and stupidly stubborn.  Even Stannis cannot actually prove that Joffrey is a bastard, so he has no honorable claim to the throne.  I'm also frustrated that Arya isn't a little more settled than she was at the start of the book.  It also would have been nice to have more insight into what Robb is doing.  I thought the narration additions of Theon and Davos neutralized each other; Theon was somewhat interesting, while Davos was boring, excluding only the account of Stannis' shadow being born.

I'm very interested to find out what Bran will do next and what will become of Rickon.  I believe Bran is heading to the Wall and may go beyond that eventually.  I don't know where Osha is taking Rickon and I'm surprised Rickon hasn't fussed more about it.  I assume Arya will try to take her friends to Riverrun, but will most likely be stopped and diverted by something yet again.  I get the impression that Lord Tywin isn't actually Lord Tywin, but is rather either Stannis or Melisandre.  I don't know what Magister Illyrio has in store for Dany, but I don't really trust him.

Astrological additions:
Gemini:
- Theon Greyjoy
Libra:
- King Renly Baratheon
Aquarius:
- King Stannis Baratheon

Sagittarius Matches

I will begin with the sign most compatible to Sagittarius and move down from there.

Also, examples are very difficult to find, so some won't have examples just yet, if I discover them, I'll revise my post.

Sagittarius - Aquarius is the second most harmonious match of the zodiac.  Neither sign is defined by emotion in relationships, which helps them to understand each other.  Neither will expect to be fully committed or expect it from the other.  Both are lovers of the new and newly innovated, they also are signs that create people who enjoy living (meaning they appreciate having life quite literally).  They are also both idealists and typically humanitarians.  Although Aquarius is known for being opinionated, Sagittarius won't mind them being solid in their opinions.  They just won't care all that much.  Sexually, they are very compatible as well.  In both everyday life and such they will almost always have fun together.

In this relationship it doesn't really matter who is who gender-wise.  They are just compatible together regardless.

Examples:  Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston; Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher Guest

Sagittarius - Aries is one of the MOST sexual matches of the zodiac.  Although specific interests may very, typically the two enjoy each other's company because they can both constantly share about their favorite activities.  Sagittarius is usually willing to try anything at least once, so if their interests don't match initially, Aries can plan for the Sagittarius to at least try out some of the Aries' interests.  They are also both very active and social, preferring to constantly be engaged.  Both can be very explosive when bothered by something and both typically hide their sensitivities, but they tend to get over things pretty fast, so it ends up being okay.

This relationship isn't very gender dependent either.

Example:  Kenneth Branagh and Emma Thompson

Sagittarius - Leo is a pretty good match.  Leo and Sagittarius are equally social and are lovers of life.  Leos seem intriguing to Sagittarians because Leos are confident and therefore striking in a way and they also seems like a challenge to conquer, which can be good or bad.  But, Leos typically cannot be conquered unless you were to insult them significantly, then they'll essentially cry about.  The fact that Leos cannot be conquered keeps Sagittarius constantly on its toes.  Leo will allow Sagittarius freedom as long as they Sagittarius doesn't cheat.

This sign is somewhat gender dependent.  Leo women tend to have a difficult time in relationships.  So as long as the woman is a Sagittarius, it should be wonderful.  I'm not saying it won't work out for a Leo woman in this relationship, but typically the only match for a Leo woman that really works out is with Libra, Leo - Leo is a perfect match for raising a family but doesn't usually work out romantically.

Example:  Gary Morton and Lucille Ball

Sagittarius - Libra is an interesting match.  Librans can charm Sagittarians, but if it weren't for that fact, they probably wouldn't be a very good match.  Sagittarius will always keep Libra on its toes because balance will be constantly thrown out of place, not necessarily in bad ways, but Libra will constantly be trying to fix this.  Librans are a bit too home-bound for Sagittarians, but because Libra is so charming, Sagittarius will be intrigued enough to stick around.  This couple is a bit unnatural together, but if the Libra loves the Sagittarius, it'll work out.  In this case, the relationship is dependent on the Libra.

It is most likely that if the Sagittarius is female, the relationship will be more smooth than if the Sagittarius is male.  Both signs are masculine and like to dominate.  Not being able to dominate would bother a Sagittarius male and the Libra female is likely to be a little too sensitive and romantic for the Sagittarius to truly appreciate.

Example:  

Sagittarius - Taurus is a common match although they aren't considered very Astrologically compatible.  Taurus is probably the most fixed of the fixed signs and is very hard to reason with once their minds are set.  They also despise criticism and Sagittarius will say whatever it is thinking.  Also, typically Taurus likes control, while Sagittarius CANNOT stand being controlled.  Taurus also HATES change, while Sagittarius needs change to be happy.  Taurus takes comfort in home and material goods, while Sagittarius likes things, they don't need to hang-on to things.  This can cause problems if they ever get to the point of settling down together.  Overall, it can make a very unhappy marriage.  If the Sagittarius is truly in love or committed the relationship could work, but this is very unlikely at least on the long-term for the Sagittarius.

Gender isn't really applicable.

Example:

Sagittarius - Gemini is unlikely to work, as they are opposites; however, this match is the most favorable of all opposite matches. Both have selfish tendencies; Gemini consciously and Sagittarius unconsciously.  They are an excellent match sexually.  They are also both very active and will enjoy each other's company, as long as remains on a superficial level.  Gemini can  be a bit demanding and that's not something Sagittarius can handle.  As friends and sexual partners, these two are great, but further than that, they should stay away from each other.

Gender makes no difference in this relationship.

Example:  Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie

Sagittarius - Cancer rarely works outs.  Cancer is very sensitive, moody, and emotional.  Sagittarius can't handle the sensitivity nor emotion levels of Cancer.  The moodiness is intriguing to Sagittarius, but as soon as it looks deeper at Cancer, Sagittarius will want to run away on a new pursuit.  Also, it wouldn't work in the long run because Cancer loves home too much.

A Sagittarius woman with a Cancer man may work if the Sagittarius is very committed.  But, it's even unlikely because she'll become miserable from being at home too much.  Sagittarians NEED change or they become miserable.

Example:

Sagittarius - Virgo both enjoy conversations, which is the only reason this couple may be intrigued by one another.  At first Virgo will greatly entertain Sagittarius with its sarcasm and sometimes fun-loving behavior, but after a while Sagittarius will begin to notice the calm and reserved behavior of Virgo and become very bored.  Virgo is also not sexual enough for Sagittarius.  Virgo will also expect commitment, which Sagittarius avoids.  Typically they don't understand each other, which for a while will intrigue Sagittarius, but eventually will just begin to annoy it.  As anything more than friends, this relationship should be avoided.

It is more likely that a Sagittarius woman will fall for a Virgo man, than the opposite.  The Virgo man may be intriguing enough for the Sagittarius woman if she's looking to have a family is is just very in-love with the man.  This is most likely if they were friends long before their relationship.

Example:

Sagittarius - Scorpio is one of the worst possible matches romantically.  Because Sagittarius is sooo active, Scorpio has a tendency to become majorly jealous and angry.  Scorpio is also a bit too intense both sexually and psychologically for Sagittarius to handle, as Sagittarius is such a lighthearted sign.  The two really don't understand each other.

I don't think gender plays a role here; both should stay away from each other.

Example:

Sagittarius - Sagittarius is a complicated match.  They share the same interests and values, yet by hypocrisy this couple tends to not last.  Neither partner is very committed on the surface and there tends to be a lot of issues of cheating.  From my observations of a couple both being Sagittarians, they are not committed in the short term, but tend to be committed in the long term.  They have their issues, including cheating, but come back together.  Totes complicated.

Example:

Sagittarius - Capricorn has a lot of issues as a match.  Capricorn is typically melancholy and not too pleased with life, while Sagittarius loves life.  Capricorn has its own set of rules on the best ways to get things down, usually being very conservative and cautious; whereas Sagittarius won't usually get caught up on the details.  If they can get over the little things that bother them about each other, it can work, at least for a time.  The big issue will probably end up being that Sagittarius isn't committed enough for Capricorn to be content and Sagittarius won't understand this.

I'd say that it's worse with a Sagittarius female and a Capricorn male because Capricorn males tend to be even more melancholy than Capricorn females.

Example:  Jane Austen and Tom Lefroy; Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth

Sagittarius - Pisces probably won't work out as a match.  Pisces is way too emotional for Sagittarius to handle in the long run.  Sagittarius can't understand why Pisces gets so riled up emotionally.  Pisces needs more sensitivity.

A Sagittarius woman is most likely not going to be okay with an emotional Pisces man; she'd think him too weak.  A Sagittarius man most likely wouldn't have patience for a Pisces woman.  So neither combinations are likely to work out.

Example:

Something New

Because of a recent request from a hallmate for an analysis between the match of Virgo-Sagittarius, I've decided to add a new "special" kind of blog post.  For each Astrological sign, I will be analyzing its match with all the other signs beginning with Sagittarius, as the analysis was requested by a Sagittarius and going through the signs of people on my hall first.  My hallmates, or Customs Group, includes two Sagittarius', two Capricorns, two Geminis, two Scorpios, an Aries, a Taurus, a Virgo (though technically two b/c our HA is also a Virgo), an Aquarius, and a Pisces.  After I've finished all the signs in roughly that order, I will then finish with the remaining signs - Cancer, Leo, and Libra.  I will not make redundant match analysis' (ex. Sagittarius - Aquarius is the same as Aquarius - Sagittarius, so I will not repeat the analysis when I analyse the matches for Aquarius).  My first post (for Sagittarius) will appear sometime over the next week (so it should be posted by next Tuesday).

One thing to keep in mind about Astrological matches (for romantic relationships specifically) is that although a match may typically be a "bad" one, matches are dependent upon Moon Signs and Ascendants, as well as the sexes of those in each sign.  In these posts, I will analyse only the compatibility of Sun signs and the role gender plays in it.  I will not analyse how the Moon and Rising signs play a role.

Famous Librans

Julie Andrews
Truman Capote
Ray Charles
Simon Cowell
Matt Damon
Hilary Duff
Dwight D. Eisenhower
T.S. Eliot
William Faulkner
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Gandhi
Ralph Lauren
John Lennon
Gwyneth Paltrow
Anne Rice
Mickey Rooney
Eleanor Roosevelt
Ashlee Simpson
Will Smith
Gwen Stefani
Margaret Thatcher
Usher
Barbara Walters
Oscar Wilde
Serena Williams
Avril Lavigne
Bruno Mars
Josh Hutcherson

So many writers in one respect or another!

Health Tips for Librans

Exercise:

- try crunches and sit-ups

- yoga with a focus on the back can be very beneficial

Diet:

- avoid sugar, fat, and acidic foods

- avoid red meat

- the fresher the food, the better

- nuts are great for skin

- drink lots of water and avoid much alcohol

Suggestions:

- unhappiness majorly effects health; stay/get out of dysfunctional relationships and situations

- keep hands and feet warm during the winter, especially when outside

- avoid excess in anything

What You Need to Know About Librans

Librans love social life, as long as it is harmonious.  They are all about balance and often fairness and justice.  Typically, they have the best social manners in that they know them and are not awkward in displaying them.  They are at their best when they have a partner, whether it is as friends or romantically inclined.

Random Facts:

Libra is a masculine, air, and cardinal sign.  Ruled by Venus, Libra is inclined to love the beautiful as well as social interactions.  They love the good and breakdown around the bad or inharmonious.

"Book One: A Game of Thrones" in Review

Initially written (and perhaps even written in another context before) in 1996 by George R.R. Martin, "'When you play the game of thrones, you win or die.'"  Now it has become a go-to topic.  A Game of Thrones, the first book in "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, tells a sci-fi tale of kingdoms at war within themselves.  There is the major/main kingdom in the West, the Free Cities, the Dothraki Grasses, and the kingdoms in the East (which based on the first book seem to be under-developed compared to the West). The main kingdom is mostly divided into two parts, The North and The South; typically they don't get along very well.  Also, above The Northern portion, there is "the land beyond the Wall", which is not ruled by man; it is a land of magic and mystery (at least in the first book).

Until the above quote is said more than half-way through the book, it isn't the prevalent theme of the book(forgive me if this literary term isn't being used correctly).  You don't even really know where the book is going until that point.  The book is a little hard to get into because it jumps around and you don't necessarily care what's going on in each place until you get to the actual theme, then you can't put the book down, but that's 408 pages in!

Now, you either win or die.  There is no single victor in this book...  But the book doesn't end with the end of the game either; the throne has yet to be won.  Eddard dies as soon as he begins to play the game because he honorably reveals to Queen Cersei that he knows that her children are not actually the king's.  Nobody wins the game with honor, only deceit.  Khal Drogo dies after he agrees to take back the throne for his wife and future son.  King Robert obviously dies as he is unable to truly hold/keep/control/protect the throne.  Rhaegar's family is all eventually killed, excluding only Daenerys and Maester Aemon.  However, Daenerys did not decide to play the game truly until essentially the end of the book (on another note, notice that a total of three lives were lost in order to create her three dragons; her son, her husband, and the maegi).  Maester Aemon isn't playing the game because he stays out of it entirely, guarding the Wall.  Lord Arryn dies when also trying to crown the "true" king, while his wife and son live as they flee from the politics of the kingdom, hiding away in their mountain castle.  Lord Stannis doesn't die, but he stays out of it all at Dragonstone.  This leaves Daenerys, Queen Cersei and her family, and Lord Renly, plus the confusion of Lord Baelish and Lord Varys, to fight it out.

My prediction is that Daenerys will team up with Lord Stannis.  She has her three baby dragons; Lord Stannis is staying at Dragonstone.  In my oppinion, Lord Stannis does not believe himself to be the rightful heir either; I believe he believes that Daenerys is the true heir to the throne.  Daenerys also represents magic, the Free Cities, the main kingdom, and the Dothraki through her connections and experiences.  However, I don't know that it really matters who takes the crown in the end until the land beyond the Wall is taken care of...  Just based off of the titles of the other books, we've begun our game and the pieces have been narrowed down and have moved forward; Kings Renly and Joffrey and Robb will clash in the next book, leaving out Daenerys for now; swords will bring chaos with the problems on the Wall and beyond, plus the storm of swords that Daenerys will bring with her; crows will feast in the North when the Wall fails/falls (poor Bran!); and finally, Daenerys will win the crown with Lord Stannis' help and a new age of dragons will begin.

And now for my observations about how annoying the resemblances are in random details between A Game of Thrones and The Hunger Games.  For starters, both "A Song of Ice and Fire" series and "The Hunger Games" series call each of their installments "Book #".  With regards to titles, do I really have to say anything?  Another resemblance, is "the girl on fire".  Daenerys emerges from flames unharmed other than her burnt hair with her three baby dragons hanging on her, symbolizing her true entrance into the game and igniting rebellion against the norm of Dothraki customs while gaining the undying loyalty of the "underdogs" of society.  Katniss was set on fire and came out unharmed by it at the opening ceremonies before she literally steps foot in the games; she ignites rebellion and gains the loyalty of supporters through her fiery actions while in the Hunger Games.  In both games, you either win or die.  At the end of the Hunger Games, two victors emerge; at the end of this game, a few temporary victors emerge.  Lord Petyr Baelish's, the man in love with Catelyn Stark (think about the names...Katniss...Mellark...Peeta), who also cannot have her because she had to marry a Stark, sigil is a mockingbird.  He also is a great speaker and deceives others easily.  And just to mention the foil, Lord Petyr Baelish is the master of coin, while Lord Eddard Stark (Catelyn's husband and Lord of Winterfell) represents snow (bastards from the North are given the last name "Snow" and he does have a bastard).  On page 427, Lord Petyr Baelish is described as "clad in a blue velvet tunic with puffed sleeves, his silvery cape patterned with mockingbirds" just before Eddard begins the rebellion in the kingdom (book cover of Mockingjay?)  Lord Varys has his "little birds" who tell him secrets and information of the goings on in the kingdoms, much like the jabberjays.  Lord Varys also is initially described as "plump, perfumed, powdered...wore a vest of gold thread over a loose gown of purple silk, and on his feet were pointed slippers of soft velvet...flesh was soft and moist, and his breath smelled of lilacs" (pages 145-146).  Lord Varys is also described on page 161 as "smelled as foul and sweet as flowers on a grave."  Both quotes are similar to descriptions of President Snow in "The Hunger Games" series.  Also, in the main town where the Red Keep is and the king lives, the courtly people dress much more lavishly than anywhere else in the country, but I suppose that just may be more of something expected than something overly similar to that of the people of the Capital in Panem.  During the jousting tournament, a young knight dies and Eddard declares, "'This was needless.  War should not be a game'" (page 256).  I don't think that needs more explanation.  Eddard gets a leg wound that greatly debilitates him, like Peeta in "The Hunger Games" series.  As indirectly stated by Lord Varys on page 531, there are no scruples against killing children in this game.  Birds called "snow shrikes" warn in a line of calls from one to another of the impending attack on page 583.  Birds are essentially the main form of communication and warnings throughout both series.
*since reading further in the series and rereading this blog post, I have discovered that another similarity between Katniss and Daenerys is their braids.

And finally, Astrology:
Aries:
- Arya Stark
- Jon Stark
Taurus:
- Gendry, King Robert Baratheon's bastard
- Ser Kevan Lannister
Gemini:
- Jeyne Poole
- King Robert Baratheon
Cancer:
- Daenerys Targaryen (Capricorn Rising)
- Lady Lysa Arryn
- Lord Robert Arryn
Leo:
- Lord Jaime Lannister
- Mya Stone
- Queen Cersei Lannister
- Ser Rodrik Cassel
Virgo:
- Lord Tyrion Lannister (Gemini Rising)
Libra:
- Magister Illyrio
- Lord Walder Frey
Scorpio:
- Khal Drogo
- Lord Petyr Baelish
- Lord Roose Bolton
- Prince Joffrey Baratheon
Sagittarius:
- Rickon Stark
- Ser Jorah Mormont
Capricorn:
- Lady Catelyn Stark
- Lord Eddard Stark
- Lord Robb Stark
Aquarius:
- Bran Stark
Pisces:
- Sansa Stark
- Ser Brynden Tully

Astrological Signs of Popular Fictional Characters

Because I'm really into archetyping, here is a work in progress on fictional characters and their astrological signs:

Aries
- Angelica Pickles (from The Rugrats)
- Arya Stark (from A Game of Thrones)
- Bart Simpson (from The Simpsons)
- Daffy Duck (from Looney Tunes)
- Emma Swan (from Once Upon A Time)
- Fred Weasley (from Harry Potter)
- Gale Hawthorne (from The Hunger Games)
- George Weasley (from Harry Potter)
- Jon Stark (from A Game of Thrones)
- Lydia Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Mako (from The Legend of Korra)
- Mulan (from Mulan)
- Scarlett O'Hara (from Gone With the Wind)

- Tinkerbell (from Peter Pan)

- Wendy (from Peter Pan)
- Ygritte (from A Game of Thrones)
- Zuko (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)

Taurus
- Bolin (from The Legend of Korra)
- Caris (from World Without End)
- Charlotte Lucas (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Gendry (from A Game of Thrones)
- Homer Simpson (from The Simpsons)

- Katniss Everdeen (from The Hunger Games)
- Kermit the Frog (from Muppets)
- Kuvira (from The Legend of Korra)
- Lady Catherine de Bourgh (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Petranilla (from World Without End)
- Toph (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)

Gemini
- Aang (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Arthur Read (from Arthur)
- Captain Jack Sparrow (from Pirates of the Caribbean)
- Daisy Buchanan (from The Great Gatsby)
- Donald Duck (from Mickey Mouse)
- Draco Malfoy (from Harry Potter)
- Edward Cullen (from Twilight)
- Gwenda (from World Without End)
- King Robert Baratheon (from A Game of Thrones)
- Kitty Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Kitty Fane (from The Painted Veil)
- Mr. Wickham (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Mrs. Phillips (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Muffy Crosswire (from Arthur)

- Peter Pan (from Peter Pan)
- Primrose Everdeen (from The Hunger Games)
- Si and Am (from Lady and the Tramp)
- Theon Greyjoy (from A Game of Thrones)
- Zaheer (from The Legend of Korra)

Cancer
- Albus Dumbledore (from Harry Potter)
- Betty Draper (from Mad Men)
- Daenerys Targaryen (from A Game of Thrones)
- Lysa Arryn (from A Game of Thrones)
- Mr. Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Princess Yue (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)

- Snow White (from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)
- Spongebob Squarepants (from Spongebob)

Leo
- Azula (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Bugs Bunny (from Looney Tunes)
- Cersei Lannister (from A Game of Thrones)
- Ginny Weasley (from Harry Potter)

- Harry Potter (from Harry Potter)
- Jaime Lannister (from A Game of Thrones)
- Jane Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Juliet Capulet (from Romeo and Juliet)

- Mr. George Darling (from Peter Pan)
- Neville Longbottom (from Harry Potter)

- Rhett Butler (from Gone With the Wind)
- Samantha Jones (from Sex and the City)
- Tommy Pickles (from The Rugrats)

- Winnie the Pooh (from Winnie the Pooh)
- Wulfric (from World Without End)

Virgo
- Aurora (from Sleeping Beauty)

- Bella Swan (from Twilight)
- Caroline Bingley (from Pride and Prejudice)

- Hermione Granger (from Harry Potter)
- Marilla Cuthbert (from Anne of Green Gables)
- Mary Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Mr. Collins (from Pride and Prejudice)

- Nick Carraway (from The Great Gatsby)
- Prince Wu (from The Legend of Korra)
- Sherlock Holmes (from Sherlock Holmes)
- Suyin Beifong (from The Legend of Korra)
- "The Earth King" (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Tyrion Lannister (from A Game of Thrones)
- Zhu Li (from The Legend of Korra)

Libra

- Atticus Finch (from To Kill A Mockingbird)

- Carlisle Cullen (from Twilight)
- Carrie Bradshaw (from Sex and the City)
- King Renly Baratheon (from A Game of Thrones)
- Momo (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Mr. Charles Bingley (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Opal (from The Legend of Korra)

- Superman (from Superman)

Scorpio
- Darth Vader (from Star Wars)
- Desna (from the Legend of Korra)
- Dylan "Dil" Prescott Pickles (from The Rugrats)
- Eska (from The Legend of Korra)
- Iknik Blackstone Varrick (from The Legend of Korra)
- James Bond (from James Bond)
- Khal Drogo (from A Game of Thrones)
- King Joffrey Baratheon (from A Game of Thrones)
- Lord Petyr Baelish (from A Game of Thrones)

- Mickey Mouse (from Mickey Mouse)

- Minnie Mouse (from Mickey Mouse)

- Mr. Edward Rochester (from Jane Eyre)
- Mrs. Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Sokka (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Walter Fane (from The Painted Veil)

Sagittarius
- Charlie Harper (from Two and a Half Men)
- "Don Draper" (from Mad Men)
- Iroh (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Robin Hood (from Robin Hood)
- Ser Jorah Mormont (from A Game of Thrones)
- Snoopy (from The Peanuts)

- Thor (from the Avengers, and others)

Capricorn
- Aliena (from Pillars of the Earth)
- Catelyn Stark (from A Game of Thrones)
- Ebenezer Scrooge (from A Christmas Carol)
- Eddard Stark (from A Game of Thrones)
- Eeyore (from Winnie the Pooh)
- Elizabeth Bennet (from Pride and Prejudice)
- Jacob Black (from Twilight)

- Jane Eyre (from Jane Eyre)
- Jay Gatsby (from The Great Gatsby)
- King Robb Stark (from A Game of Thrones)
- Lin Beifong (from The Legend of Korra)
- Lord Voldemort (from Harry Potter)
- Lucy (from The Peanuts)
- Merthin (from World Without End)
- Miranda Hobbes (from Sex and the City)
- Peeta Mellark (from The Hunger Games)
- Severus Snape (from Harry Potter)

- Suki (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)

- Tiana (from The Princess and the Frog)

Aquarius
- Alice (from Alice in Wonderland)
- Appa (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)

- Batman (from Batman)
- Bran Stark (from A Game of Thrones)
- King Stannis Baratheon (from A Game of Thrones)
- Lily Potter (from Harry Potter)
- Lisa Simpson (from The Simpsons)
- Tenzin (from The Legend of Korra)

Pisces

- Anne Shirley (from Anne of Green Gables)

- Ariel (from The Little Mermaid)
- Catherine Morland (from Northanger Abbey)
- Charlotte York (from Sex and the City)
- Cinderella (from Cinderella)
- D.W. Read (from Arthur)
- Jack Builder (from Pillars of the Earth)
- Jenna Maroney (from 30 Rock)
- Katara (from Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Korra (from The Legend of Korra)
- Patrick Star (from Spongebob Squarepants)
- Romeo Montague (from Romeo and Juliet)
- Ron Weasley (from Harry Potter)
- Sansa Stark (from A Game of Thrones)

What do you think?

*some of these are solely based on the birth dates prescribed to the characters by their creators

Planetary Subrulers

Each Astrological sign is divided into three parts called Decans or Decanates.  As there are twelve months on the calendar with roughly thirty days, there are twelve Astrological signs each consisting of about thirty days.  There are roughly ten days in each Decan.  Your Decan determines your planetary subruler.  If you are born in the first Decan of your Astrological sign, then your subruler is also your ruler.  All subrulers for a sign come from the rulers of signs belonging to the same element.

Decans of Aries:

March 21 - March 31
Subruler:  Mars (Aries)
Impact:  naturally aggressive, impulsive, passionate about the things you do, see tasks through, never know when to stop, excellent leader
Tendencies:  outspoken/likes to dominate a conversation

April 1 - April 10
Subruler:  Sun (Leo)
Impact:  extremely sexual, loves constant change - dissatisfied by almost everything, enjoys life as a whole
Tendencies:  always eating, complains a lot

April 11 - April 19
Subruler:  Jupiter (Sagittarius)
Impact:  extremely independent/needs freedom of restrictions, loves to learn/experience new things
Tendencies:  prone to luck, bossy

Decans of Taurus:

April 20 - April 30
Subruler:  Venus (Taurus)
Impact:  materialistic, love of beauty, typically charming, strong likes/dislikes
Tendencies:  avoids/refuses to try new things

May 1 - May 10
Subruler:  Mercury (Virgo)
Impact:  a bit reserved in nature, good at teamwork, needs personal downtime, must pace themselves, eloquent communicators
Tendencies:  forgetful of details of plans or situations, becomes frustrated when other people push them to do something before they are ready (for example, if you were to work on a project with someone born under this, they would not present you with their portion or even their ideas until they are ready to present them), bad with forced deadlines

May 11 - May 20
Subruler:  Saturn (Capricorn)
Impact:  determined, reliable, set in decisions, strong feelings, loyal, very serious
Tendencies:  take everything personally

Decans of Gemini:

May 21 - May 31
Subruler:  Mercury (Gemini)
Impact:  decisions come quick, hides struggles, lives by logic over emotion, need to express yourself and led by that
Tendencies:  worries a lot

June 1 - 10
Subruler:  Venus (Libra)
Impact:  seeks approval from others, needs people around to succeed, tries their best at things, generous, expressive of feelings
Tendencies: argumentative/unable to back down about opinions/ideas

June 11 - 20
Subruler:  Uranus (Aquarius)
Impact:  witty, outspoken, high expectations of others, only values useful things/people
Tendencies:  looks for brains before body

Decans of Cancer:

June 21 - June 30
Subruler:  Moon (Cancer)
Impact:  cannot handle conflict, fair at weighing and making decisions, sensitive
Tendencies:  notice the big picture but not the details

July 1 - July 11
Subruler:  Pluto (Scorpio)
Impact:  very fixed in opinion, practical in business but sentimental in personal affairs, deep thinker
Tendencies:  feelings/emotions cloud decision making, good luck at gathering information

July 12 - July 22
Subruler:  Neptune (Pisces)
Impact:  can handle different people effectively, loyal in relationships, always seeking to find balance (to weigh equally the pros and cons) in a situation to make the world seem like a better place
Tendencies:  avoidance of conflict, romantic

Decans of Leo:

July 23 - August 1
Subruler:  Sun (Leo)
Impact:  makes leading easy, constantly expresses and shows feelings/emotions (when upset, you look as if a cloud is raining and storming over your head)
Tendencies: draw attention to yourself (in either good or bad ways), impulsive about love, stubbornness

August 2 - August 12
Subruler:  Jupiter (Sagittarius)
Impact:  very proud, makes authority easy, cannot see personal flaws, loves mental stimulants
Tendencies:  willing to try new things, enthusiastic

August 13 - August 22
Subruler:  Mars (Aries)
Impact:  strong willed, need material praise for efforts (like a gold medal), demanding, expect perfection from others, impatient
Tendencies:  bi-polar with energy levels, can't keep a secret

Decans of Virgo:

August 23 - September 1
Subruler:  Mercury (Virgo)
Impact:  able to find the how and why of things, extremely observant, high expectations of others 
Tendencies:  worries a lot, attends to details

September 2 - September 12
Subruler:  Saturn (Capricorn)
Impact:  plans everything, self-demanding of perfection, people-pleaser, extremely stuck in opinion and will fight constantly to defend it
Tendencies:  melancholy, stressed

September 13 - September 22
Subruler:  Venus (Taurus)
Impact:  needs approval, excellent communicator, full of personality, needs independence/freedom of restrictions from others
Tendencies:  colorful in personality and in the way you present yourself or your surroundings

Decans of Libra:

September 23 - October 2
Subruler:  Venus (Libra)
Impact:  adoration of beauty and luxury, need to be impactful, need to be loved, likes to hear fresh ideas
Tendencies:  spends lots of money, bad choices of partners in relationships

October 3 - October 13
Subruler:  Uranus (Aquarius)
Impact:  original, determined, need love or at least positive social interactions
Tendencies:  independent in actions

October 14 - October 22
Subruler:  Mercury (Gemini)
Impact:  curious about the new, people typically like you, make balanced judgments and decisions, need attention, extremely intellectual
Tendencies:  follow head over heart - difficult to communicate emotions

Decans of Scorpio:

October 23 - November 1
Subruler:  Pluto (Scorpio)
Impact:  dependable, extremely committed to people, fixed opinions unless new facts change them
Tendencies:  let opportunities pass due to laziness

November 2 - November 11
Subruler:  Neptune (Pisces)
Impact:  selfless, enjoy helping others, romantic, need love
Tendencies:  extreme impatience

November 12 - 21
Subruler:  Moon (Cancer)
Impact:  enjoys teamwork, easily gains popularity, fights for fairness, somewhat awkward about emotions, moody
Tendencies:  work in public positions, have little control over your own life

Decans of Sagittarius:

November 22 - December 1
Subruler:  Jupiter (Sagittarius)
Impact:  seeks adventure, truthful, good communicator, belief in independence - hates to be tied down, hates negative emotions
Tendencies:  not totally committed in serious relationships

December 2 - December 11
Subruler:  Mars (Aries)
Impact:  disciplined, dependable, extremely independent, passively controlling, loyal, humorous
Tendencies:  always has a goal, hides emotions

December 12 - December 21
Subruler:  Sun (Leo)
Impact:  charming, enjoys new experiences and meeting new people, somewhat impulsive
Tendencies:  hides intelligence, easily fall in love but falls out of love just as easily

Decans of Capricorn:

December 22 - December 31
Subruler:  Saturn (Capricorn)
Impact:  little trust in others, determined, follow-through, cannot stand being low on any ladder, passionate in love
Tendencies:  aggressive about succeeding

January 1 - January 10
Subruler:  Venus (Taurus)
Impact:  hates wasting time, needs personal time, devoted to partner and family and friends, avoids revealing emotions
Tendencies:  likes to write letters

January 11 - January 19
Subruler:  Mercury (Virgo)
Impact:  adaptable - especially to different people, dependable, fair, respectful, determined when motivated, emotions not apparent to others
Tendencies:  finds good investments (monetarily and materially)

Decans of Aquarius:

January 20 - January 29
Subruler:  Uranus (Aquarius)
Impact:  good with people, good sense of humor, loves challenges, needs change, emotionally detached, analytical of the why
Tendencies:  logical in emotional situations

January 30 - February 8
Subruler:  Mercury (Gemini)
Impact:  very honest, witty, loves to learn, has unrealistic ideas of love
Tendencies:  talks too much

February 9 - February 18
Subruler:  Venus (Libra)
Impact:  needs people, adores beautiful things, critical, very flirtatious
Tendencies:  easily frustrated with the imperfections of other people

Decans of Pisces:

February 19 - February 29
Subruler:  Neptune (Pisces)
Impact:  expressive, cannot handle emotional distress, wound-up
Tendencies: writes, easily gets sick

March 1 - March 10
Subruler:  Moon (Cancer)
Impact:  aware of people's feelings around you, very observant, unoriginal, charming, romance and love is important
Tendencies:  inconsistently in love with a single person

March 11 - March 20
Subruler:  Pluto (Scorpio)
Impact:  imaginative, energetic, likes to discover new things, needs alone time, great communication skills, deeply emotional
Tendencies:  led by love, thinks with heart before head