Author: Alison Price – Published: April 2024
Polarities
Sign Polarity
There are two polarities in astrology.
The polarities are masculine or feminine and can be referred to as active or passive and positive and negative.
Each polarity has six signs associated with it and the two polarities alternate from one sign to the next sign.
Polarity shows a balance in nature much like a magnet with a positive charge at one end and a negative charge at the other.
The energy is ejected from the positive side and absorbed by the negative side.
Equal
This process cannot function without both polarities being present in equal measure.
We are often attracted to those who balance our polarity. In a chart one is said to be a positive person or a negative person.
The positive and negative charges are in balance on Earth. You may be more positive than negative or more negative than positive, but it means you will be attracted to other people who fill your polarity void.
Example
For instance, if you have more planets in signs of the active polarity you will be attracted to people who are mainly passive. If you have more planets in signs of the passive polarity you are attracted to those who are active.
This is especially so in relationships between male and female.
It is the natural flow of energy and we are constantly drawn towards other people, almost magnetically, who can complement the energy in our charts.
Counting Planets
Only count the seven visible planets which are, the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. Your total will add up to seven.
The visible planets can be seen with the naked eye.
Quality vs Quantity Counting
The reason for this limited count is that you want a quality count and not a quantity count.
The visible planets have been in human consciousness since man (and woman) evolved and we are fully aware of them.
Whereas the other planets are relatively new.
Example: Diana Ross
Let’s look at polarity in the birth chart for Diana Ross.
Birth Data
11:46pm, March 26, 1944, Detroit, MI, USA.
Active Polarity
Her five planets in the active polarity are:
- Sun in Aries
- Mercury in Aries
- Mars in Gemini
- Jupiter in Leo
- Saturn in Gemini
Passive Polarity
Her two planets in the passive polarity are:
- The Moon in Taurus
- Venus in Pisces
Result: Active
With five planets in active signs and two planets in passive signs this shows at strong active emphasis.
Polarity Strength
For a polarity to be strong it must have two more planets that the other polarity.
Examples of strong polarity balances are:
Active 7 – Passive 0
Active 6 – Passive 1
Active 5 – Passive 2
Active 2 – Passive 5
Active 6 – Passive 1
Active 0 – Passive 7
Balanced Polarity
The polarities are considered in balance whne the distribution is as follows:
Active 3 – Passive 4
Active 4 – Passive 3
In this case, consider the polarities to be in balance.
Don’t spend more time interpreting the polarity balance.
Move on to the other features in the chart.
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Author Bio
Alison Price: Professional Astrologer
Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.
If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.
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