Modes and Astrology

A given condition of functioning; a status. Each of the 4 elements manifests in 3 vibrational modalities: combining the 4 elements with the 3 modalities (modes) produces the 12 primary patterns of energy called the signs of the Zodiac.

Cardinal : Correlates with the principle of action and symbolize initiating movements of energy in a definite direction.

Cardinal Signs: Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn.
People with a heavy emphasis in cardinal signs are self-starters, doers. They initiate and get things moving. Folks with few planets in cardinal signs may have trouble getting the ball rolling.