Aquarius, the Water-Bearer, is the third sign of the Air triplicity and the eleventh sign of the tropical zodiac. This intellectual and unorthodox sign is ruled by Saturn (structure; karma) and Uranus (sudden changes; unexpected upheavals). The key phrase for Aquarius is "I know".

Saturn, considered the great malefic, harbinger of stasis and disease and also the planet of structure and reality, is the traditional ruler of Aquarius. This is the sign of deep intellect and the struggle for freedom from restriction. Aquarius is often emotionally detached.

The new-age ruler of Aquarius is Uranus, planet of eccentrics and the unorthodox. Aquarians express Uranian qualities by being unpredictable, determined and stubborn. Aquarians consequently favour the unique, as well as the traditional. They often adopt lifestyles and ideas that run counter to current trends.

Off the Beaten Track

Aquarians are somewhat prone to immersing themselves in unorthodox fields of study and can make significant discoveries off the beaten track. Astrology could become a passionate concern, as may other investigations of the limits of consciousness and human abilities. A lover of science and originality, Aquarius treasures the unique while immersing itself in the traditional.

Aquarian people readily adopt life styles and ideas that run counter to the mainstream and they try to visualize any situation objectively, as a kind of mental exercise. In relationships, their intellectual approach makes them seem interested, but not particularly passionate or possessive. Of course they do not really lack passion, for when they focus their feelings, their passion is as intense as it is inspirational.

The appearance of calmness is deceptive, as Aquarians are often nervous and apprehensive. Women of this sign often exaggerate their problems to the point of getting ill.

Aquarius Rules the Ankles

Each sign has an external, internal and structural rulership. Externally this sign rules the calves, tibia and ankles. Internally, Sun in Aquarius rules the circulation, breath and eyesight; structurally, the bones of the lower limbs. It is closely associated with the blood and circulation, with a tendency toward impure blood.

The pathological action of Aquarius is towards nervousness, gloom and sensitivity, leading to habits and fixed ideas that make disease persist and linger. Aquarians are prone to varicose veins, hypertension and heart problems.

Aquarius rules the shins, ankles, and the circulatory system, while cramps, allergies, sudden illness and freak accidents are common for those with Aquarius active in their charts. They may also suffer from various nervous disorders.

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