If you’re talking about astrology with a friend and they say they were born on the cusp, that means their birth date falls at the end of a particular zodiac season. Does that mean they check two horoscopes every day? This quick guide to zodiac cusps will cover what you need to know about these unique birth charts.
What Is a Zodiac Season?
A zodiac season is the time of year when the associated sign is dominant in the sky. If your sun sign is Virgo, for example, your zodiac season is from August 23 to September 22. If your birthday falls toward the end of that season—say, between September 19 and 22—some astrology enthusiasts will say you’re on the cusp. This principle also applies if you’re born at the very beginning of a particular zodiac season.
What Attributes Do Cusp Signs Have?
Let’s say your friend mentions that they’re a Pisces-Aries cusp. That means their birthday likely falls between March 17 and 23, right as the sun moves from Pisces into Aries. Your friend may have personality traits consistent with Pisces, as well as quirks or habits common among Aries signs. Many people born on a cusp check both signs’ horoscopes for guidance.
Are Cusp Signs Real?
While there’s no harm in checking two horoscopes or identifying with traits of two signs, most professional astrologers agree that you can’t have two sun signs at once. Zodiac signs are decided by the position of the sun, and the sun cannot be in two signs at the same time.
However, the idea of a cusp sign still holds value for many people. Other planets move through the zodiac signs at different rates than the sun. The placement of the planets can contribute to cusp signs feeling as though they’re in between signs.
Next time you read your horoscope or discuss astrology with a friend, show off your newfound knowledge about cusp signs! All you need to know is that while you can’t have two sun signs at once, it doesn’t negate the blended energy of two particular signs in cusp-born individuals.
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