The surprising power of following common rituals
People tend to value their Capricorn friends because they are in it for the long haul. No matter whether it's been 10 minutes or 10 years, things are always the same with a Cap friend.
Sources: (Vogue)
Follow your instincts, Pisces: your friends will always value you for your compassionate nature and superb intuition.
As your friendships blossom, Libra, your friends will come to rely on you for those 4 am conversations about the meaning of life.
Fortunately for the friends of Leos, this means they always receive great gifts! If you have a Leo pal, you'll often find they express their affection by gifting.
A Cancer friend will often find themselves looking out for their friends and offering a shoulder to cry on. Lean into those instincts, Cancer—your friends will thank you for it.
A Virgo will often find themselves fine-tuning the details of a crazy Leo plan. Cherish this role, Virgo, as the group would be nowhere without you!
People really value their Gemini friends for their ability to make life seem brighter, even in the darker moments. Cherish your sense of humor, Gemini!
Tauruses should feel proud that they are the rock in their friends' lives. They always let others speak without judgment and allow them the space to experience their emotions.
Cancer is one of the most maternal star signs. It goes without saying, then, that Cancers are often the moms of their friendship groups.
Perhaps not the most glamorous of roles, but Virgo is a superstar administrator. Rigorous and organized, Virgos are the best at putting plans into action.
The first of the earth signs, Taurus is known for being stable and loyal. A Taurus friend will often find others leaning on them when times get tough.
Hopelessly romantic Libra views a budding adult friendship in the same way as falling in love. In the early stages, it's all about the little gestures of affection.
The final fire sign, Sagittarius is the most adventurous of them all. Sags are never one to turn down a night out, and they are great at bringing everyone along with them.
If you have a secret and you need it kept, there is no better friend to turn to than a Scorpio. Anything you tell a Scorpio in confidence they will take to their grave.
Natural-born leaders, Leos have a knack for knowing what's best for everyone. It's the same for their families, colleagues, and definitely their friends.
Arguably the most compassionate of the zodiac signs, Pisces has endless supplies of empathy. Whatever the situation, a Pisces friend will know how to handle it.
Capricorn is perhaps not the easiest star sign to win over, but boy is it worth it once you're in. Capricorn friends are fiercely loyal and will defend you to the end of the earth.
Bright and sparky Gemini loves to make people laugh. Effortlessly sociable, people born under this sign move from one social circle to the next, causing hilarity wherever they go.
Last but not least as far as the air signs go, Aquarius has a great understanding of personal space. They are the opposite of needy, and are great for those who seek low-maintenance friends.
Bold, brash, and endlessly outgoing, Aries characters tend to be larger than life. Among other things, their friends often rely on them for spontaneity and fun.
Confident and creative, the fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) make for very fun friends. They are full of fiery passion, although they can sometimes have a sort fuse.
Quick-witted and highly sociable, things are never boring when an air sign (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) is around. That's if you can manage to pin them down, of course...
The most emotionally intuitive signs, the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) tend to make for very comforting friends. They do sometimes find it difficult not to get overinvolved, though.
The earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn) are stable and reliable. When it comes to their friendship strengths, loyalty and support are high on the list.
Watch out though, as they are also great at knowing what it is you're not telling them! Great people readers are our Scorpio friends.
Whether it's organizing a last-minute trip or dropping everything to go to a mid-week show, Aries are the ultimate makers of eleventh-hour plans.
There are many character traits that make someone a good friend. Loyalty, compassion, and a sense of adventure are just some that spring to mind. There are, of course, different types of friend, too. What we value in one friend is not necessarily what we value in another.
As individuals, we tend to preoccupy ourselves with being a good friend in a certain way. We try to spoil our friends with lavish gifts, or make sure they always have a shoulder to cry on. According to astrology, however, our strengths as friends are largely predestined by our star sign.
Intrigued? Then check out this gallery to find out what astrology says about the type of friend you are.
Whether they're trying to push the boundaries as teenagers, or wanting to blow off steam as adults, people tend to look to their Sag mates for a wild time.
That said, Aquarius buddies are very supportive and will always be there for a friend in need. They might need a little seeking out first, is all...
Characteristics of friend types by zodiac sign
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There are many character traits that make someone a good friend. Loyalty, compassion, and a sense of adventure are just some that spring to mind. There are, of course, different types of friend, too. What we value in one friend is not necessarily what we value in another.
As individuals, we tend to preoccupy ourselves with being a good friend in a certain way. We try to spoil our friends with lavish gifts, or make sure they always have a shoulder to cry on. According to astrology, however, our strengths as friends are largely predestined by our star sign.
Intrigued? Then check out this gallery to find out what astrology says about the type of friend you are.