The Elements

First, I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year. I hope your holidays were joyful and that 2026 brings you happiness, peace, and moments of genuine joy. While this year may be somewhat challenging on a global level, that does not mean your personal year can’t, or won’t, be a wonderful one.

That thought is what led me to this post. I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking about what I could write this month that might offer some hope. The world feels heavy right now, especially here in the USA. Yet there are things we can do, and I truly hope we choose to do them, to help make the world a kinder and more balanced place for everyone.

Then it came to me: The Elements.

You might wonder, “What do elements have to do with astrology?” Quite a lot actually.

In Western astrology, we work with four elements: Earth, Water, Air, and Fire. Ideally, we want balance among all four, but that isn’t always the case. Think of it like a car with four wheels, if one is low, the ride isn’t smooth.  We all carry elements within us, but they are not always in balance. When certain elements are lacking or overemphasized, it can create challenges, not only for ourselves, but in how we interact with others. Elements helps identify where balance is needed and offers insight into how to strengthen those areas.  Each element brings its own temperament and energy, and together they shape how we move through the world. That's why this month's focus is on the elements.

Here are some of the energy and temperaments of the each element:

Earth is an element that usually shows as being  grounded and practical.  They get things done,  are goal oriented and prefer to be in control.  They like to be in nature.  Can be obsessed with money and love to find a good deal.  They can overwork and forget to have fun (but will say having alot of earth myself, sometimes work is the fun).   They are dependable and tend to worry about things.

Water element can be emotional.  They will tear up very easy and become non-verbal if upset.  Are sentimental and compassionate.  They will often have negative self talk. Can be hypersensitive, emotionally or physically.  They are private people that love music and private time.

For the Air element, they are talkers, some can interrupt you when talking.  Communication for them is usually not a problem.  They will finish peoples sentences.  They can get distracted easily.  They will break the rules.  They can be great listeners, love to gossip.  Forget where they put things, at times scattered.  Get bored easily.  And are usually ahead of their time with ideas.

Then last but by no means less important is Fire.  Fire is outspoken and will say things that get them in trouble.  Lots of energy, they thrive on exercise, are athletic, like moving of any type.  People can get annoyed with them because they can at times be alot.  They find humor in life and laugh easily, the life of the party, but they can be loud and at times impulsive and hot tempered.  They are enthusiastic and passionate, they do need attention. 

What element do you feel you are most strong in?   Do you feel one element more than another?

When I give readings, I provide a survey for you to complete. This helps me understand where you are currently landing with these energies. At birth, you are given certain elements, but you are also here on Earth to learn specific lessons. Often, the elements that are less present in your chart point to those lessons.

For example, you may have a strong amount of Earth but very little Air. In that case, communication may feel challenging at times, and one of your lessons is learning how to communicate more openly and effectively with others. Through awareness and practice, you can consciously build and strengthen your Air element by taking your “air time” back.  Journalling can help you find your voice.  Or maybe it isn’t you can’t talk but that you aren’t listening.  Take a beat before you respond, listen then determine your response.

If you are curious about your personal elements and how they show up in your life,  I would love to show you, schedule a reading with me at www.whyonearthastrology.com.lk