Virgo horoscope

23 Aug - 22 Sept

The sixth sign of the Zodiac, Virgo is symbolised by the virgin. This is appropriate as it reflects their cool and disciplined outlook on life. Both rational and intelligent, they are rarely outwitted and convicing them they are not right could be difficult.

Their coolness and preciseness can mean they are rarely tolerant of others that lack of knowledge or common sense. As perfectionists this bears out their critical streak in others - as well as themselves when they are at fault. Finally as hardworking perfectionists, they are also shy in larger groups - so underestimate at your peril.

Personal traits

The sign of Virgo has a range of traits that befit 'the virgin'. From a calm intensity of character through to their coolness and perfectionist attitude. Struck with intelligence however they can be damning of others that challenge their authority or attack their person

The planet Mercury rules Virgo and Gemini and both have the traits that show in different ways. Geminis convert into nervous energy, but Virgo's hide theirs beneath their cool and calm exterior until resolved. The most dominant personality trait seems therefore to be perfection. With an analytical mind and intelligence, making everything perfect is what they do best and practical problems are there to be solved

Finally, as discussed their main weakness is that they tend to be critical of others and themselves. As a knock on effect Virgo's can therefore also be worriers and hypochondriacs.

Your key traits

The good traits	The not so good traits
Modesty A little shy Reliable Practical Intelligent Perfectionist	Fussy Worrying Overcritical Conservative Not spur of the moment Perfectionist

Personal relationships :

Both male and female Virgo's come with a considerable amount of charm as well as their coolness. Intellectually strong and dominant, they can giev off an air of confidence that is especially appealing to some. With a large affectionate gene Virgo's make good spouses and parents.

However, rather than lovemaking and sex being sput of the moment or 'off the cuff' some may try to seek perfection in technique, rather than seeking expression of desire. So be warned if you are trying to make out with a partner that has a considerable sex drive and oodles of passion

You like	You dislike
Healthy foods Order Hygiene Perfection Being right	Criticalness Being unsure Unhealthy things Weakness

Useful other Virgo facts :

Element	Earth
Ruling planet	Mercury
Ruling entity	The Virgin
Your colour	Green
Star Stone	Sardonyx
Favourite foods	parsley, spinach, yoghurt, bananas, almonds

Finally some famous (and infamous) Virgos:

Date	Name	What they did?
25 August 1930	Sean Connery	Actor
27 August 1908	Lyndon Johnson	US President
30 August 1943	Jean Claude Killy	Skier
2 September 1961	Michael Thiessen	Astrologer
8 September 1841	Antonin Dvorak	Composer
9 September 1941	Otis Redding	Musician
11 September 1885	D.H. Lawrence	Writer
15 September 1857	William H. Taft	US President
19 September 1928	Mickey Mouse	Cartoon
21 September 1866	H. G. Wells	Writer