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    • The Difference Between the Sun, Moon & Rising Sign >
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    • A Deeper Understanding of the Elements in Astrology
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    • The Modalities & Control
    • The Modalities & Commitment
  • The Soul's Journey Through the Houses: A Deeper Understanding of the Houses in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 1st House in Astrology
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The Modalities  & Control...

Cardinal signs want control
Fixed signs have control
Mutable signs fear control
The most striking difference between the modalities of cardinal, fixed and mutable signs is in their concern with control and their ability to use control. In the broadest sense, control is the biggest differentiation between the modalities. Whether it is control of themselves, others, or situations, each modality handles control in their own different way.
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Control & Cardinal Signs...

Aries, Cancer, Libra & Capricorn  "Want Control"
Most concerned with controlling other people

Control is a major theme in the lives of people who are heavy in cardinal signs. They have a relentless need to push people forward and keep things moving. It's innately part of them. To do this, they take control of the people. They direct them and make decisions for them. Control comes naturally to them and they are constantly wielding it. So, although it often seems like they have master plans to control things, they seldom realize they're doing it. They naturally take positions of control and generally intent to use it for the benefit of the greater good because they always want forward progress. However, even though they are normally unaware of their controlling nature, if someone tries to stand in their way, their reaction is powerful. This can be a source of problems for some cardinal signs as they are often willing to fight for control, which causes discord in relationships and their owns lives. For the most part, cardinal signs handle control issues very well because it is a skill they hone throughout their lives. They usually don't feel they have to fight for it. With the cardinal signs, it is usually referred to as "leadership".

Control & Fixed Signs...

Taurus, Leo, Scorpio & Aquarius "Have Control"
Most concerned with self-control

With the fixed signs, control is a static thing. It's internal and personal. Their biggest goal is to maintain control over themselves. So for the most part, it manifests as tremendous self-control. They internalize control and use it to maximize their own power. Losing self-control is extremely upsetting to them. They become angry with themselves when a person or situation pushes them to the point where they lose self-control. It takes a lot to push them over the edge because they have strong will power. That internal locus of control allows them to resist temptations for pleasure, and the release of anger. While the cardinal signs externalize their control energy, the fixed signs don't have a desire to push people forward and control other people. Furthermore, they aren't worried about people controlling them as is the case with the mutable signs. So, for the most part, control isn't a pressure point for them. They feel comfortable with control and innately feel they have it. They must be pushed hard by an outside influence before control becomes an issue. They believe the most "in control" person is the one who never has to show or prove their control to themselves or anyone else. The fixed signs exhibit this "in control" state of mind. They never have to use control as a thing outside themselves. It is just a part of them. They are firm in their own sense of being. They don't try to control anyone and don't allow anyone to control them. 

Control & Mutable Signs....

Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius & Pisces "Fear Control"
Most concerned with not being controlled

The mutable signs are awkward with control issues. They are uncomfortable wielding control, and they don't have a high level of self-control. They prefer to avoid the whole dynamic. However, because their biggest concern is not being controlled by people or situations, they often find themselves in tricky predicaments. In order to deal with people who try to control them, they need to use self-control to wait these people out or simply ignore them. Otherwise, they need to respond by taking control of the
people who try to control them in order to push them away. Neither of these tactics work for the mutable signs, so they often behave in ways that make people distrust them or see them as weak. The Pisces or Virgo may avoid being controlled by politely sliding out of sight. The Gemini and Sagittarius might use a witty one-liner to make it clear, in their still indirect, non-confrontational way, that they will not be controlled. If these tactics don't work, and they are boxed in and trapped, they will fight back. However, this is truly a last resort for them. What's more, even when they find themselves in situations where they have to fight for control to get something they really want, they still use indirect methods that often end up in long, drawn out struggles. It's actually amazing how much energy and persistence the mutable signs are willing to put forth while never being willing to move in and directly use control. The Pisces may use endless innuendo, convoluted reasoning and hints, or simply try to influence people with charm. The Gemini will put enormous effort into finding a loophole to sneak through and get what they want without anyone noticing. The Sagittarius will persist, for what can seem like forever, with unbelievably creative reasoning to win their case. The Virgo will endlessly nag about every minor detail that supports their case, or will find fault with the other person in order to get their way. Overall, the mutable signs really just want freedom. They aren't interested in controlling other people and they barely worry about controlling themselves. The world is filled with pleasurable experiences, and these signs want the freedom to find all of them and enjoy all of them at their whim.

The Zodiac Signs & Commitment to Relationships...

Read our complete description of each zodiac sign's attitude toward commitment to relationships. Starting with Aries and ending with Pisces, the signs are Ranked from Quickest to Slowest in their ability to commit to relationships. Understand how their willingness to commit is intimately connected with their modality....(Click to read article)
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  • Home: Personality & Relationship Astrology
  • Readings
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    • How the Zodiac Signs Ruin their Relationships
    • Zodiac Signs at their Best & Worst
    • Masculine & Feminine Signs: Are you More Masculine or Feminine?
    • ​Your Sun Sign is Your Key to Happiness & Success
    • What's your Astrological Maturity?
    • Does Astrology Determine your Fate?
    • Each Zodiac Sign's Secret Weakness
    • Are you Raw or Polished?
    • Guess Sun Signs by Understanding Sun-Sign Auras
    • The Astrology of Emotion
    • The Astrology of Anger
    • Astrology & Families
    • Which Zodiac Signs are Most Unlike You?
    • The Winners
    • Top Athletes Throughout Time & Their Astrological Signs
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  • How do People REALLY See You?
  • Astrological Relationships: Compatibility & Attraction
    • Relationship Test: Compatibility Versus Attraction
    • ​The Secret to Sexual Chemistry is found in our Astrological Sun Signs
    • The Zodiac Signs & Commitment to Relationships
    • Moon Sign Compatibility: The Best Indicator of a Long & Successful Marriage
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    • Rate Your Compatibility
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    • The Difference Between the Sun, Moon & Rising Sign >
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      • The Difference Between Cancer Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Leo Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Virgo Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Libra Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Scorpio Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Sagittarius Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Capricorn Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Aquarius Sun & Moon
      • The Difference Between Pisces Sun & Moon
  • Elements in Astrology
    • Fire Signs
    • Earth Signs
    • Air Signs
    • Water Signs
    • A Deeper Understanding of the Elements in Astrology
    • Your Balance of Elements
  • Modalities in Astrology
    • The Modalities & Control
    • The Modalities & Commitment
  • The Soul's Journey Through the Houses: A Deeper Understanding of the Houses in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 1st House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 2nd House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 3rd House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 4th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 5th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 6th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 7th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 8th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 9th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 10th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of the 11th House in Astrology
    • A Deeper Understanding of 12th House in Astrology
  • Houses in Astrology
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    • Universal Houses
    • 1st House in Astrology: Planets in the 1st House
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  • Polarities in Astrology
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    • Traditional Sign Rulerships
    • Essential Dignities & Debilities: ​Planets in Rulership, Exaltation, Detriment & Fall
    • The Sun in Astrology >
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    • Uranus in Astrology >
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    • Neptune in Astrology >
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    • Pluto in Astrology >
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      • ​Pluto in the Signs: A Generational Effect >
        • Pluto in Libra
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