Happy Birthday, Gemini!

As a Gemini (or someone with a Gemini beloved), you may have encountered the stereotype of being “flaky” or easily distracted.

I call BS on that.

It’s time to embrace and unleash the hummingbird within you, diving into the depths of knowledge and experiencing the sheer delight of exploration. In a society that often discourages asking too many questions, especially from historically marginalized groups, it’s important to reclaim and celebrate this innate Gemini trait.

Gemini’s Superpower

Every sign has its unique superpower, and we all have every sign somewhere in our chart. For Gemini, it’s the drive of insatiable curiosity, a genuine thirst for knowledge. Gemini yearns to understand how things work - to unravel the mysteries of the world, and to explore every nook and cranny of life, for the sheer joy of the exploration. Questions are the lifeblood of Gemini individuals — they propel you forward, spark creativity, and provide endless opportunities for growth.

Challenging the Patriarchy

The patriarchal systems in which we all swim do NOT like too many questions, particularly when they come from members of historically marginalized groups.

The very act of curiosity is seen as wicked: challenging authority, and disrupting the status quo. But we must dare to question, to challenge the narratives imposed upon us.

Remember Eve? Her curiosity led to the pursuit of knowledge as well as some dire consequences. But the power of her curiosity was essential in breaking free from old, oppressive structures.

Why the bad Gemini rap?

When any sign’s natural superpower gets suppressed, it cannot stay hidden — it ‘leaks out’ like steam under pressure.

When the vibrant Gemini curiosity is repressed, it finds alternative ways to manifest, often causing distractions or a sense of restlessness.

But any “flakiness” or restless energy is not inherent to being a Gemini; it’s what happens when the innate Gemini quest for understanding is curtailed — when the hummingbird is starved of its favourite food.

Embracing the Hummingbird Within

With Sun passing through Gemini (May-June 2023), now is the time to liberate your curiosity and let the hummingbird within you soar. Here are a few ways to facilitate the freedom and delight of this energy (also applies if you are someone who lives with a Gemini):

Encourage and Support - Create an environment that values and encourages questions. Recognize the power of curiosity as a catalyst for personal and collective growth. Support your Gemini hummingbird in its pursuit of knowledge and exploration

Embrace Diversity of Interests - Geminis have a natural inclination to explore a wide variety of subjects and interests. Instead of viewing this as ‘unfocused’ or a problem, celebrate the breadth of knowledge and expertise that results. Embrace your diverse passions.

Foster Intellectual Engagement - Engage in intellectually stimulating conversations. Dive into debates, discussions, and the exchange of ideas. Create spaces where curiosity can thrive, enabling your Gemini energy to fully express its brilliant insights and perspectives

Provide Resources for Exploration — Create easy access to books, podcasts, documentaries, or workshops related to your areas of interest. Embrace and support your pursuit of knowledge, providing yourself with the tools and resources you need to dive deeper into your curiosity

Celebrate Curiosity in Others — Recognize and celebrate curiosity in people around you, regardless of their zodiac sign. By appreciating and encouraging curiosity in others, we create a culture that values the pursuit of knowledge and growth — and that’s a lovely place for Gemini to dwell

Love your Gemini!

Being a Gemini is not about flakiness AT ALL! Rather, it’s about embracing the superpower of curiosity and FEEDING that hummingbird as it flits from brilliant flower to brilliant flower.

Revel in the joy of exploration and the pursuit of knowledge.

Remember that we ALL have Gemini somewhere in our charts.

In a world that frequently discourages asking questions, it is through curiosity that we challenge the status quo and embark on transformative journeys of self-discovery.

Embrace your Gemini superpower, and ride the soaring winds of curiosity — for it holds the key to unlocking a world of possibilities.