Part of the law of polarity is that there is an opposition to everything, and that applies to astrology, too. Consider each sign as two different ends of a pole or flip sides of the same coin when thinking about sister signs. Both can have similar intentions, but go about them very differently. In astrology, six sets of pairs have different yet contemporary approaches to life, and they desire the same outcomes but approach things differently. You’ll find that the sister signs are based on shared modalities and elements, such as seeing water and earth signs opposite each other or air and fire.
Each sign’s opposite is considered to be the mirror image of the other. For any zodiac sign to be fully understood and expressed, it’s important to explore its opposites. There are dynamic tensions between the sister signs and resentment from being less confident in ourselves in those other areas. For example, Aquarius might have a hard time looking inside themselves and understanding themselves, which makes them angry with their sister sign of Leo for being able to accomplish it and make it look so easy. A Taurus might resent its sister sign, Scorpio, for being able to use their inner power, which is extremely hard for them to understand.
Understanding and exploring our opposites will allow us to heal those insecurities and further elevate ourselves. With work, we can learn to unleash the dormant aspects of our personalities, allowing us to become our whole selves. When we can become our whole selves, we become better friends, partners, family members, and human beings. So, what signs are considered to be these sister signs? Let’s explore!
What Each Zodiac Sign Can Learn from Its Opposite
Aries opposite Libra
The very basic difference between Aries and Libra is that Aries is considered an independent warrior, while Libra is called a codependent lover. They share the idea that they can both be ruthless if pushed, but that is just about where the similarities stop. Aries is self-focused on its desires and passions, while Libra looks beyond itself. They believe there is always another side to everything, another perspective. Aries fights to tell Libra to be more assertive in life, and Libra urges Aries to work harder to find a middle ground. It’s a fight between the self and the collective between these two.
Taurus opposite Scorpio
Both Taurus and Scorpio are fixed signs, and both enjoy romance but can be volatile when they get angry. Each hopes to build a sense of lastingness. However, Taurus does so in a laid-back manner, while Scorpio is much more intense. Taurus explores a sense of lasting through the tangible, and Scorpio experiences it through emotions and the intangible.
Taurus and Scorpio are opposite signs, specifically regarding their security. Scorpio seeks internal security through an inner power, while Taurus seeks it through their environment and resources such as money. Together, Taurus brings Scorpio a sense of steadiness, simplicity, and an understanding that beauty is in the slow building of things. On the other hand, Scorpio gives Taurus the strength to come out of their comfort zone and remember that their real power comes from within.
Gemini opposite Sagittarius
Gemini and Sagittarius are two of the more harmonious sister signs compared to all the others. Each loves learning, exploring, and uncovering the unknown; community and close connections are important to them. They are considered an intellectual pair, but they find meaning in different ways. Gemini looks to facts and data for answers, while Sagittarius believes they create their own meaning through wisdom and a higher truth. Gemini is more objective, while Sagittarius is subjective. They cannot separate reality from their concrete beliefs. Sagittarius invites its sister sign, Gemini, to soften a bit, while Gemini works to make Sagittarius use their intuition more logically and rationally.
Cancer opposite Capricorn
If Gemini and Sagittarius are the most harmonious of pairs, Cancer and Capricorn are the most different. Cancer prioritizes home and family with a focus on emotional balance and security. Cancers are like our inner child, who is tending to our sensitivities. Capricorns, on the other hand, prioritize work, their career, and social connections. This is like a father showing you how to be strong in a cold world.
As a Capricorn, you focus on who you will become; strength and determination are created through emotion. Cancers invite us inwards intending to nourish ourselves. Cancer asks Capricorn to sit within themselves to get to know themselves better, while Capricorn asks Cancer to allow them to help them with direction and focus through the waters of Cancer.
Leo opposite Aquarius
Leo and Aquarius are sister signs that have a lot in common. For instance, both signs value community, friendship, family, loyalty, and compassion. However, Leo prefers to be in the spotlight in those communities, while Aquarius prefers to be alone. Each makes excellent leaders but in very different ways. Aquarius and Leo work together in hopes of helping one another.
Leo tries to get Aquarius to understand that until it steps into itself, it cannot truly bring the community forward. It gives them the courage to go within themselves and create the necessary space for their unique ideas and perspectives. Aquarius tells them that the expression of the self is exactly what the collective needs. Overall, both agree that a healthy expression of authenticity and individualism is crucial.
Virgo opposite Pisces
Virgo and Pisces, considered to be the spiritual pair, show us what happens if spirituality and science ever came together with the idea of the two forming vs. formless and analytical vs. intuitive. Both sisters love to help others and are very service-oriented, but the way they go about it makes them different. Virgo is very practical and works to offer Pisces logic, structure, and practical answers through tangible steps and a clear routine.
Pisces offers Virgo acceptance, compassion, and wholeness. Pisces tries to get Virgo to understand that we cannot organize or plan for everything, and sometimes, it’s necessary to step back and let things unfold. At the same time, Virgo is fixed on the idea that structure is required for dreams and creativity to become fully realized.
Final Thoughts
All twelve zodiac signs are unique and expressive in their own ways, ruled by various planets, modalities, and elements. The sister signs are different sides of the same coin, and to truly understand ourselves, we have to explore those differences, even when it’s hard. No one likes to admit that there are parts of themselves that they’re insecure about. It’s even harder to do the work on those parts of ourselves. However, if we are ever to reach our true potential, we must learn all parts of ourselves, including the complex parts that live within our sister signs. The work is hard, but it’s always worth it!
