In the darkest times, even the smallest of your acts can inspire people. Everyone needs a shade when hues of disappointments weaken them, and that is the reason why people need other people who love them in their life. It is necessary that pitch black shadows of the figurines of failures are left behind and we face the sun (someone whose battles with everyday struggles inspire people) and keep walking ahead. No self-help book says the person who motivates you to dedicate your mind, soul, and body to baby steps towards your aim has to be a superhero. He/she might be a simple, common person who has lived in worse adversities than you and continued to survive. And, if that means it’s your mother or your best friend, then it is what it is.

You too, can be an unsung hero and inspire people who know you well enough to understand that it’s not always about being recognized publicly for your strengths. Here, is a round-up of how different people of twelve different zodiac signs can inspire others.

1. Aries

Birth dates: March 21 – April 19

Element: Fire

Traits: Willful, feisty, self-centered, courageous, bold, cold-hearted, independent and reckless.

If you are an Aries, then you can inspire people with your zeal and zest for accepting challenges of life. An Aries person is usually very keen about experiencing everything that life can offer, be it rejoicing in the palms of success, going on adventure trips or be it something as sad as facing hurdles in your job. They are extremely strong-willed and that makes them eager enthusiasts of everyday life which can act as a source of motivation and inspiration.

2. Taurus

Birth dates: April 20 – May 20

Element: Earth

Traits: Practical, creative, loyal, modest, sensually indulgent and temperament of possessiveness and dependence.

You should be happy that you are a Taurus because your resilience is going to inspire people and sometimes, yourself too. As a Taurus, you would have a tenacious vibe and that can be highly influential if people are burdened with unsolved and impossible junctures. Your passion, focus and ability to stay firm even in obsolete times is what many look for when they want to find someone to look up to.

3. Gemini

Birth dates: May 21 – June 20

Element: Air

Traits: Unpredictable, curious, romantic, friendly, intellectual, childlike, versatile and extremely talkative.

Survival beckons adaptation to all kinds of people and situations. Gemini should be thanking the stars and galaxies that conspired to make them flexible to undo any weirdly awkward situation because of careless words. You will inspire people by creating a strong connection with them in your very first impression upon them and that is good because if you know what to say, the chances are that people will love you or look up to you for your adaptability and understanding.

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4. Cancer

Birth dates: June 21 – July 22

Element: Water

Traits: Complex, moody, clingy, instinctive, sensitive, cautious and secretive.

Being a Cancer is equivalent to having a full-time job of being northern lights and parents to your loved ones. A sensitive Cancer can inspire people to not stay aloof even in periods of grief by giving the best possible advice and listening to the woes of the sufferer. If you are in a hospital or if you just got your promotion, be assured that your Cancer friend will be there by you and at times, that’s enough for inspiration to just live.

5. Leo

Birth dates: July 23 – August 22

Element: Fire

Traits: Sincere, loyal, warm, goal-oriented, demanding, outgoing and flamboyant.

To inspire people, we must remove the pinch of self-doubt that we have and that’s exactly what a Leo does. You, being a Leo, need to have optimism as a part of your attributes and try to never be pessimistic about things that you really have your eyes on. It can be a job or a boy next door. If you know what you need, you will find a way to get that or something better because that’s who every Leo is. They will teach you small life lessons to remain focused and not be afraid of temporary setbacks.

6. Virgo

Birth dates: August 23 – September 22

Element: Earth

Traits: Detailed, perfectionist, obsessive, down-to-earth, reliable, analytical and intelligent.

A Virgo can inspire people by making them realize the importance of wisdom and knowledge. Learning has no end and that in itself is something to live by. You must have the eagerness to know about everything possible and that is what makes people learned literally. If you are a Virgo or you have a Virgo family member or friend, then you must know that they believe in the power of intellect and find comfort in being street-smart.

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7. Libra

Birth dates: September 22 – October 23

Element: Air

Traits: Sophisticated, harmonious, intellectual, elegant, creative, witty and sociable.

Libra can inspire people by showing them a just path to their goal or acquisition. They are well-balanced in tricks and turns of life and can’t bear with injustice. So, if you are a Libra, then you must know that whenever you see something being done not by the book or someone is being treated like a criminal without proof, then you would stand up and fight for their innocence. This quality enriches the lives of people because sometimes, we get under the claws of injustice and we need to break free.

8. Scorpio

Birth dates: October 24 – November 22

Element: Water

Traits: Intense in terms of sexuality, erotic, secretive, passionate, broody and challenging.

Sometimes in life when we are moving between high and low moods post marriage, like a pendulum, and then it is up to our partners to make sure that we are loved and cared for. There is no harm in being sexually over-obsessive about our partners in relationships. Walking in your own skin and showing that you love him/her can work miracles in times of distress and inspire people like your soulmate.

9. Sagittarius

Birth dates: November 22 – December 23

Element: Fire

Traits: Extrovert, open-minded, generous, adventurous, high-spirited and romantic.

Sagittarius can influence and inspire people to go on an unknown journey to the great beyond and have incredible memories to narrate to others. They are fearless when it comes to having an adventure and not worry about little things like going on a solo trip to a place where you and your language, culture would come across bridges of barriers.

10. Capricorn

Birth dates: December 23 – January 20

Element: Earth

Traits: Devoted, materialistic, organized, ambitious and practical.

Leading a well-proportionate life is mandatory and that is what every Capricorn teaches. Life has a duality; fun and responsibility for your own actions. They don’t play the blame game and promise to stay willfully diligent in habits and work and that can inspire people a lot on a regular basis. Hard work is as fundamental as chilling on your favorite couch is and both go hand in hand with a balanced lifestyle.

11. Aquarius

Birth dates: January 21 – February 19

Element: Air

Traits: Idealistic, rebellious, honest, open-minded, innovative and very particular about not being fake.

An Aquarius can inspire people by having a cool head even in times of extreme crisis. They don’t have serious mental breakdowns rather they keep a clear mind and think and analyze the problem logically. They have broadened their horizon of thinking capabilities and that can be essentially helpful to upset and traumatized family members or friends.

12. Pisces

Birth dates: February 20 – March 20

Element: Water

Traits: Dreamy, creative, compassionate, kind, imaginative and elusive.

A Pisces is a selfless being. Someone who is intensely kind, can put the needs of other people and hence sacrifice and compromise for them is an inspiration in all terms. The world needs more people like this because love can nullify every other hard feeling and is the first step to actually have world peace and a bond of togetherness among people of different religions, caste, sex.

 Different zodiac signs have different specialties consisting of both positive and negative traits. More than often, it is the little things that we do that influence and inspire people. We are heroes of our own stories and sometimes, we can actually play a key role in someone else’s life too. Who’s life are you inspiring today?