The Personality of a Pisces, Explained
Daniel Egneus
After you're done reading up on this zodiac sign's unique personality traits, catch up on this month's Pisces horoscope. For a fuller look at your year, check out our astrologer's 2024 Pisces horoscope predictions.
Water sign Pisces (February 19 - March 20) is the last constellation of the zodiac. It's symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions, representing the constant division of Pisces' attention between fantasy and reality. As the final sign, Pisces has absorbed every lesson—the joys and the pains, the hopes and the fears—learned by all of the other signs. This makes these fish the most psychic, empathetic, and compassionate creatures of the astrological wheel. With such immense sensitivity, Pisces can easily become swallowed by emotions and must remember to stay grounded in the material realm (appropriately, Pisces rules the feet).
Pisces is ruled by Neptune, the celestial body that governs creativity and dreams, and these ethereal fish adore exploring their boundless imaginations. In its more nefarious form, however, Neptune also oversees illusion and escapism. Neptunian energy is like the energy of the ocean: magical, mysterious, and often scary. When the fog is thick on the water, the horizon is obstructed and there is no differentiation between the sea and the sky.
Those with this sun sign must be wary of mirages: These impressionable fish prefer wearing rose-colored glasses to addressing problems, which can earn Pisces a reputation for being flaky or delusional. This water sign should remember that problems can't be solved by swimming away. Willful ignorance never makes conflict disappear: It only gives it the chance to grow.
A mutable sign, Pisces effortlessly adapts to their surroundings. These visionary fish have unparalleled access to the collective unconscious through their clairvoyance and make incredible artists and creatives. Kind and gentle, they're invigorated by shared experiences of music and romance. Any relationship with mystical Pisces is guaranteed to involve deep spiritual exploration. Keep reading to find out more about Pisces’ personality traits, weaknesses, and who they're most (and least) compatible with.
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What are Pisces known for?
The last sign of the zodiac, watery Pisces are known for their dreamy nature, deep empathy, and artistic flair. This archetype is perfectly embodied by Pisces legends like Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Drew Barrymore, Albert Einstein, Elizabeth Taylor, and Steve Jobs, who perfectly exemplify the range of Pisces’ imaginative and intuitive abilities. Pisces have an uncanny ability to tune into the emotions of others, often knowing what people need before they even say it, making them effortless trend-setters who are always ahead of the curve. Their interests often lie in the mystical and the artistic, where their vivid imaginations—and elusive childlike spirit—can truly run wild.
What are Pisces' weaknesses?
Pisces feel everything—including emotions that don’t even belong to them. Energetic sponges, Pisces will metabolize others’ experiences, which can be incredibly overwhelming. Accordingly, Pisces' deep empathy and sensitivity can sometimes lead to escapism, challenging anxiety, and erratic mood swings. Often, Pisces need to retreat into a fantasy world or engage in avoidant behaviors to manage the deluge of psychic stimuli and escape reality's harshness. Grounding exercises, like learning how to set (and maintain!) healthy boundaries are extremely important for aquatic Pisces. Protecting their emotional energy and being discerning about who they trust are also extremely important practices for this gentle, ethereal sign. Every Pisces must learn to balance their compassionate nature with self-protection, ensuring they care for themselves before tending to others. After all, we can’t pour from an empty cup.
Who should Pisces avoid?
Pisces are ethereal mermaids who float through life on waves of emotion and intuition, often getting lost in their own fantastical worlds. Naturally, this mystical sign doesn't always vibe well with the bold and brazen fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius), who don’t necessarily have the patience to float down Pisces’ enchanted river. Fire signs, always trying to snap Pisces out of their reverie, often find Pisces' ever-oscillating energy more perplexing than enchanting. Likewise, air signs—Gemini, Libra, Aquarius—can also be a challenging match for Pisces. These social butterflies thrive on interaction and intellectual banter, often skating over the deep emotional currents where Pisces soak. Their breezy approach to relationships and low tolerance for Pisces' intense whirlpools can leave Pisces feeling misunderstood and undervalued, like a fish out of water.
Which signs are Pisces' best matches?
Pisces thrive in relationships where they can swim freely in the depths of intimacy and soul-searching—always toeing the line between fantasy and reality. Ideal partners for Pisces are those who aren't afraid to experience a wide range of emotions, which means fellow water signs—Cancer and Scorpio—make excellent companions. Cancer and Scorpio effortlessly flow with Pisces’ ethereal sensibilities, sharing a profound psychic language that feels divinely-guided. These connections are not just relationships; they're spiritual journeys that transform and enrich both partners. Alternatively, the earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn) can help Pisces find the shore. Their solid, grounded presence provides the stability and practical anchoring Pisces needs (and can’t generate independently). These earth signs can bring Pisces back from their dreamy escapades to the cozy comforts of home, offering a steady base where Pisces can truly unwind.
Read what your sign's 2024 horoscope predictions mean for you right here, or check out your monthly horoscopes here.
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