Have you ever wondered what it is exactly that makes an Aquarius tick?
Those of us that are born under the Aquarius sign can sometimes be seen as mysterious and as something of an enigma with many others feeling like they just don’t ‘get’ the Aquarius personality.
But to understand this sign you simply need to take a closer look at the unique traits and characteristics that make up the Aquarius personality… and today we’ll be doing just that in order to give you a better sense of what being an Aquarius is really all about.
So lets dive right in… here are 21 of the most common traits and characteristics of the Aquarius star sign!
1. Aquarius thinks for themself and likes to keep an open mind about things.
Aquarius are well known for being free and independent thinkers that come to their own conclusions about things rather than simply relying on what other people tell them.
They don’t like to judge a book by it’s cover and prefer to keep an open mind when going into new situations and meeting new people.
2. Aquarius has an angry side that can surprise people.
Usually it takes a lot for Aquarius to truly lose their cool but if you do manage to push their buttons… well you might want to duck for cover.
They have a habit of bottling things up until they hit boiling point and explode out of frustration.
3. Aquarius aren’t very good liars.
The Aquarius possesses many skills but being able to convincingly lie with ease is generally not one of them.
As a result when they find themself in situations where they are unable to tell the truth they often prefer to simply say nothing at all.
4. Aquarius lives and breathes the world of music.
To Aquarius life is just better with music.
Whether it’s jamming out on an instrument or immersing themself in their headphones just about every Aquarius feels a strong connection to music in one way or another.
As the Aquarius Bob Marley once sung “one good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain”.
5. Aquarius have a bad habit of overthinking things waaaay more than they should.
One of the more negative traits and characteristics of the Aquarius zodiac sign would definitely be their tendency to over-think the absolute hell out of things.
Sometimes they find themselves over analyzing things to the point where they feel incredibly stressed and anxious only to realize later that it wasn’t even that big of a deal in the first place.
6. Aquarius stays away from inflated egos and overbearing personalities.
If you’re all up in their face being being all ‘me, me, me’ and not actually listening to what the Aquarius has to say then they’ll be far from impressed.
If you can’t respect their boundaries or try to make everything about you then they will likely tell you take a hike and walk the other way.
7. Aquarius can be wickedly sarcastic.
Those born under the Aquarius sign are often the Kings and Queens of being brutally sarcastic. It comes so naturally that they don’t even realise they are doing it half the time.
Those that are closest to them and who ‘get’ their twisted sense of humor often find themself in absolute hysterics when Aquarius is around.
8. Aquarius are careful about who they befriend and allow into their world.
Aquarius is selective about who they allow into their ‘inner circle’ and prefer quality over quantity when it comes to their closest friends.
They would much rather have a handful of solid friends that they know have got their back than a tonne of random acquaintances who don’t really care.
9. Aquarius can be quite emotional but they don’t always show it to others.
Aquarius can definitely be on the emotional side at times but unlike some of the other zodiac signs they often wont be so obvious about it.
When their emotions are running high they can distance themself from the world requiring time to deal with things in their own way.
They can get irritated if people try to pry and interrogate them when they don’t feel like talking and sometimes it’s best to just give them their space to process things.
10. Aquarius is incredibly independent and often prefers to rely on themself.
The characteristics of self reliance are strong with the Aquarius and they have a big desire to go out and to make it on their own without having to rely on the charity or handouts of others.
Sometimes they can be so independent however that they have a hard time asking for help during the times that they need it the most.
11. Aquarius is frequently misunderstood.
It’s not uncommon for those born under the Aquarius sign to feel misunderstood and like people just don’t ‘get’ them.
They can be eccentric in their ways and have unusual ways of showing they care but it doesn’t mean they care any less. They just tend to do things differently.
12. Aquarius embraces change and can be quite unpredictable.
A sense of unpredictability is a common Aquarius trait. They get bored of dull repetitive routines and hate the idea of just doing the same old thing every single day. They prefer to live their life with a sense of adventure.
This sense of spontaneity makes them a lot of fun to be around and keeps their friends constantly on their toes!
13. Aquarius have a rebellious side that hates being told what to do or how to think.
The rebellious side of Aquarius comes out when people try to force their will upon them demanding that they change the way they think or act.
The fiercely independent characteristics of Aquarius drive them to distance themself from anyone who thinks that they can control their life.
14. Aquarius learns from their past mistakes and doesn’t make the same mistake twice.
Nobody is perfect and even Aquarius is prone to making the odd mistake here and there when it comes to making important decisions.
But unlike some of the other signs one thing that they wont do is allow themself to make the same dumb mistake over and over again.
15. Aquarius isn’t afraid to innovate and likes to do things their way.
Aquarius possess a unique and ‘out of the box’ way of thinking and tackling tasks that allows them to come up with new ideas and solutions that nobody else can see.
They are often thought leaders who push the boundaries of what is possible choosing to do things their own way rather than conventionally.
16. Aquarius is a great listener and also gives some pretty damn good advice too.
Aquarius hates to see their friends down or sad and they are always there for them when they need somebody to talk and vent with.
Not only are they damn good listeners but they are also full of wisdom and useful advice.
17. Aquarius is a fast learner and a total sponge for knowledge.
The Aquarius is forever a student in the school of life and they have a natural gift for understanding new ideas and concepts… FAST.
Their interests are diverse and they are always on the hunt for new ideas and new ways of thinking.
18. Aquarius looks for the best in people and they are willing to give someone a second chance.
The Aquarius instinctively looks for the best in people and when somebody close to them screws up, they’re willing to forgive them and give them a second chance rather than holding onto negative energy.
However on the down side they can sometimes be SO willing to forgive that they give people a second chance that don’t necessarily deserve it.
19. Aquarius has strong opinions and they aren’t afraid to voice them.
Aquarius is always willing to listen to what everyone has to say but they’re also not afraid to voice a few opinions of their own.
They’ve often put a lot of thought into the things that they believe and aren’t afraid to defend their ideals and notions.
20. Aquarius is downright WEIRD at times.
The rumors are true. Aquarius can be random and downright bizzare at times coming out with things that leave a puzzled look other’s faces.
Some may wonder whether they are from another planet but their friends love them for their eccentricities because who wants to be normal anyway… that’s so boring.
21. Aquarius dreams BIG and has the drive to turn them into reality.
Make no mistake about it. The Aquarius dreams BIG and they have the skills to turn those dreams into a reality.
They have the intelligence and imagination to come up with a plan and the tenacity to see it through til completion.