Ok. So see that guy above? It’s not him. Who are those people who excel under pressure? So who are those mysterious people who always seem to keep their cool? Who are those people who never seem to crack, no matter how frustrating a situation is? Well, let’s find out.
Stress and pressure are definitely a part of our lives these days. Whether it’s frustrations due to our jobs are difficulties at home, stress is most definitely a large part of our lives. What we need to do is figure out how to handle it.
So, who are those people who seem to float through life without a care in the world? They are always, at least almost always, smiling. They seem to confront struggles with grace and sophistication. You don’t see a bunch of cussing and throwing fits from them. What do they have that the rest of us don’t? Let’s take a deeper look at this question.
In addition to my knowledge of astrology, I did some research online to learn what other people think about this question as well. There seems to be a lot to say about which signs work best under pressure, who handles stress the most efficiently and calmly, and who can seem to just keep going with a smile and a wave. Here is what I have deduced based on what I have found and what I know.
Sagittarius
Ok. So Let’s talk a bit about Sagittarius. Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter. Jupiter is the ruler of heaven and adds good fortune, optimism, expansion, and abundance to whatever sign it is attached to whether as the ruling planet or just passing through as everything revolves. Sagittarius, in and of itself, is open to new ideas, ambitious, and seeks challenges. Glam points out that Sagittarius is the top contender for this rank because they are so “fun-loving” and carefree that they can let stress roll off and move on. They are great at letting it go and moving on to the next thing.
Now, with that being said, one place where the pressure just might be too much for a Sagittarian, getting stuck in one place or not being able to freely move from one task, job, or experience to the next. Sagittarius, while imaginative, clever, and open-minded, they do not like to be tied down. They need to be free to move from one experience to the next. This might be a pressure that could push Sagittarians over the edge.
Libra
Easygoing and peaceful is how Libras are often described. Creative, artistic, beauty, and harmony is how they like to live. Like Taurus, Libras are ruled by Venus, but it makes a lot more sense here. Libras live for peace and beauty.
A team player, you strive for balance in all things, and you have a way of bringing everyone together making you a a born diplomat. Not only can you help to control the feelings of others, smoothing over problems before they can become to big, you are good at doing the same for yourself. You get along well with pretty much everyone and most like you as well. However, you can be a bit wishy-washy in order to make everyone like you.
Because of their ability to remain calm under pressure due to their sense of balance and diplomacy, Libras are often seen as the calm in the storm as noted by Astrotalk. They have a strong sense of justice and are motivated to always try to keep the peace which makes them an ideal candidate in pressure-inducing situations.
Aquarius
Aquarius, another fixed sign, is assertive and independent. Aquarians tend to have strong opinions and dislikes and their minds can be difficult to change. However, they can be very progressive and analytical and are inventive and original. Ruled by Urnanus, the Greek Sky God, they can be a bit ironic, Uruanus being the God of change, disruption, and the unexpected.
Aquarians are known for their intellectual independence. While liberal and progressive, their inflexibility can make compromise almost impossible. While you seem to think outside the box, your opinions are unchangeable and you can come off as obstinate when defending them.
However, their intellectual independence flows into their emotional intelligence giving them the experience to breathe through their emotions in order to appear in control. They can seem to stay the course when defending their opinions rather than seeming stubborn according to Glam.
With all of that, Collective World does make a point in that Aquarians are professional multitaskers and can handle a stream of deadlines with ease due to their persistence an unfaltering determination. And, as in the end we are talking about being able to withstand the pressure, this is definitely a vote towards Aquarius.
Capricorn
Capricorn, ruled by Saturn, is quiet, patient, disciplined and determined. They tend to use strategy rather then force when needed and seek security and stability. Saturn brings responsibility to the table. You seem somber and stern, and your disciplined nature makes you feel like you don’t know how to have fun.
You are cautious and tend to depend only on yourself. You are very goal-focused and rarely get distracted by things that are not part of your determined line of thought. You run like an engine using stress as gasoline to be burned off propelling you to the finish line so you can move on to the next challenge. Being a problem solver by nature, difficulties are just another challenge to be solved and set aside. No pressure there.
Taurus
Taurus are complicated creatures. While being strong and stubborn, they are also quiet, affectionate, patient, and stable. They are very practical but resistant to change. To make them even more complicated, Taurus is ruled by Venus. Venus? Yes, the goddess of beauty, pleasure, emotion, and the arts. So we have someone of stubbornly fierce love who likes luxury and beauty, but not change. Well. Ok. Like I said, complicated.
First, I feel that someone who doesn’t like change probably shouldn’t be on a list of those who can handle pressure. Those born under the sign of Taurus so have tempers, though their fuses are usually quite long. You may not see their temper for quite some time if at all, depending on how long you have known them. I did say they were patient, the question is how long can that patience last. As patient as time I read somewhere.
With that being said, unless someone literally works to “poke the bull”, you are going to see a kind, caring, affectionate poet who loves beautiful things. Picture the bull from cartoons, Ferdinand, sitting in a field of flowers taking in their scent and enjoying the sunshine.
Collective World points out that the Taurean is by far one of the most grounded star signs and that despite the problem, they will always find a solution. That patience that Tauriens are born with is definitely a positive and it helps them stay positive as well. See what I did there. So, unless you are finding one at the end if his rope, maybe they are able to stand up to the pressure.
Leo
Leo, a fixed sign like Taurus, is a creative and enthusiastic sort though they can be dogmatic when it comes to change and structure in their lives. They tend to be generous and, as they are ruled by the sun, bring vitality and authority to a situation.
Leos are loyal and devoted to themselves. They like attention and can have a flair for the theatrical and they tend to rule over what is theirs. No one could ask for a better or more loyal friend as you are generous and kind, but if wronged, you can strike out quickly and savagely. However, you tend to forgive just as quickly as well.
Leo doesn’t become stressed often but when they do, it can become all-consuming. Sometimes they need just a little push to move past and get back on the right track according to Glam. They are usually able to stay above the pressure with their unwavering confidence and self-assurance which makes the need for this little push rare. Others see them as someone who just moves through difficulties with optimism, with no sign of a problem at all.
Aries
Aries, oh Aries. Your ruling planet is Mars, the God of War. Need I say more? Well, ok. Let’s continue. Aggression and conflict are definitely part of Mars, but how much of that splashes over into Aries? Let’s see. Those born under Aries tend to be excitable and impulsive. They are definitely optimistic and ready for new experiences and change but the God of War, aggression, and conflict.
Glam says that Aries might look like they are holding it together when they are, in fact, trying to not crack under the pressure. Aries hides it’s emotions because the last thing Aries wants in for anyone to “see them fail.”
However, over at Astrotalk, they are saying that Aries are natural leaders who are able to take on like no other. The determination to succeed and succeed big that pushes Aries along the way is enough to get them through the pressure and out the other side with an air of confidence and courage.
And The Top 4 Who Can Handle The Pressure Are!
Ok. Yes, I said 4. We have talked about 8. I wanted to give you the knowledge to make your own decision based on the information out there and so there it is. For me, I feel the 4 signs that are most able to handle the pressure are Capricorn, Aries, Aquarius, and Libra. When looking online for how others have answered this question, there are many arguments for many signs.
As a Scorpio myself, I didn’t even include them in the discussion, but why did I include Taurus in this discussion? I have know Taurians who, on the outside, handle pressure very well. They are able to compartmentalize and push things aside, putting them away to handle later. However, I have seen what can happen when they just can’t any longer.
To me, Capricorn, Aries, Aquarius, and Libra are able to handle pressure without too much damage to themselves or others and they are truly able to move beyond it.
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