Cycle Phases
Cycles: Four Main Phases
Let's take a quick look at two other phase points we
might add, the phase of going outward (waxing) and the
phase of going inward (waning). Using the zodiac cycle,
the sign Aries becomes the strongest point of going
outward, and, as we know, Aries has always been the
sign of action, of assertion, of making a statement, and
so on. On the other hand, Libra, the strongest point of
going inward, has always been associated with leaving
the personal, going social and finding a partner—
focusing on someone other than your self.
Perhaps you can already see how even a little
knowledge of cycle phases makes it easier to
understand the zodiac signs. With just some familiarity
and practice you will soon be able to not only
understand why certain signs have certain attributes but
also be able to generate keywords and concepts for the
signs yourself. This is why I mentioned that it is much