Turning theory into something practical
Well, it was probably Gemini energy that invented "unplayable" music in the first place. And then went to the trouble to write some. And it was Gemini energy that found a way to transcend the limits.
And then it was the Uranus in Gemini group of souls (whose karmic destiny combines the dramatic inspiration and ingenuity of Aquarius -- ruled by Uranus -- applied on a global scale, with the Gemini compulsion to handle huge amounts of assorted information quickly) who came up with the computer and then made it possible for every household -- theoretically again (Lord, how those Air signs love theory!) -- to own one. (Or two.)
Keeping it interesting
Gemini takes the solid foundations provided by its Taurus predecessor ... and makes life Interesting ... with a capital "I." Because for Gemini ... that's what makes life worthwhile!!
Gemini blends, combines, dissects, discovers explanations, theorizes, experiments, looks at cause and effect, understands what's happening in the world it occupies ... and then it broadcasts the news to everyone it can buttonhole long enough to listen.
I mean ... what kind of energy do you suppose dreamed up the telegraph, radio, television, the telephone, the phonograph ... that then allowed expansion into the more Aquarian inventions of the fax machine, the wireless telephone, the video recorder, the home video camera, e-mail, the Internet ......???
Gemini ... that's who. The great communicator.
When things go wrong
When this kind of energy is not well-integrated into a personal chart, or when it conflicts with more preferred strategies, it shows up in actions that are nervous, inattentive, scattered, inconsistent and impatient. These natives are easily bored, closed-minded, opinionated, argumentative, unfocused, confused, intellectually proud and intolerant, and sometimes just plain wrong -- but unwilling to admit it.
This energy can also live up to every speck of its reputation for being duplicitous and two-faced ... for Gemini's wonderful communications abilities, turned sour, show up as flattery, deceit, dishonesty, lies, manipulation, and the sweet-talking ways of the cad and the con artist.
The other side of the coin
The polarity sign for Gemini is Sagittarius -- Mutable Fire. Both are notoriously restless. Both are concerned with dissemination of information. Both can be intellectually stimulating company ... and both can be terrible hypocrites.
Where Gemini is interested in bits and pieces of interesting information and a homogenous mixture of facts, Sagittarius looks for depth of knowledge, intellectual authority, the organization of social rules, and philosophical wisdom.
Gemini -- the observer, the communicator ...
With the arrival of the New Moon in Gemini, the theme of life's creative cycle -- and the focus of people in general -- becomes more intellectual and dispassionate. There may be more writing and speaking as a way to communicate and less touching and tender looks.
A little more elegance and sophistication perhaps ... but the transfer of emotion and caring loses something in the translation. In fact, people may become a little too cerebral about their feelings -- and both strangely inconsistent and analytical about what they feel and show.
This energy involved with Gemini is the objectivity of the detached observer, the commentator, the scholar and the witness to life. True it can be imaginative, clever, innovative, and quick-witted ... but it lacks something in the area of "heart and soul."
... the writer and thinker
There is extra emphasis on perception, versatility, having "back-ups" and options, and finding answers to questions and problems. It is a good time to read, write, talk with others, gather information, share knowledge and combine disparate elements to create new possibilities.
It is also a good time to look at different sides of various issues, to brainstorm, to experiment with new alternatives, and to be open, adaptable, spontaneous, and changeable.
Always ready to try something new
You may feel restless, easily distracted. You may want a new interest to perk up your zest for living ... and the idea of getting away for a while and seeing some new scenery may have colossal appeal. Doing something impetuous and just for the heck of it may help dispel a lot of tension.
You may also want to just sit and talk to people more than usual ... or catch up on your reading, or investigate a new subject of study ... or sit and carry on a conversation with the voices in your own head. (Don't kid yourself. We all have those guys, and we all talk to them. The wisest of us also listen to them. A lot.)
During Gemini energy is also a good time to invest in communications equipment, electronics and educational opportunities ... unless Mercury is retrograde during this time.
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