The Most Fascinating Thing You Never Knew About Your Star Sign

We all know the basics when it comes to our horoscopes. For instance, Aries is bossy, Gemini loves attention, Virgo is a neat freak, etc.—but it turns out there are lesser-known truths about each member of the zodiac that are scarily accurate. (You'll be shocked by Taurus!) Find out the most fascinating detail about your sign you probably never realized.

March 21 – April 19

Ruled by fiery Mars, Aries is known to have poor impulse control. Thanks to this, they're also the most likely in the zodiac to injure themselves. Due to Aries' "act first and think later" mindset, they're prone to accidental self-harm via banging into objects and knife slips in the kitchen. Keep the ice packs and Band-Aids handy for this clumsy star sign.

April 20 – May 20

Taurus has a heightened sense of touch, which makes sense because they are ruled by sensual, feminine Venus. Sometimes, that love of physical sensations can get them in trouble as they're the most likely in the zodiac to have an affair. All it takes is a subtle brush of their skin to ignite their passions and push them into dangerous romantic territory.

May 21 – June 20

Gemini is ruled by quick-footed Mercury, making their brain move at a rapid pace. This means they're much faster at processing information (which is why they're so smart). Gemini will get intensely bored if they're not constantly stimulated. The end result? Gemini is most likely in the zodiac to stir up drama or controversy just for the fun of it.

June 21 – July 22

Since Cancer is ruled by the moody moon, they are prone to long, drawn-out emotional tides. What few people realize about the crab sign is that they have the hardest time getting over someone. While everyone is hurt after a breakup or death, Cancer will likely never get over the loss. Sometimes their blind devotion can even lead them to be obsessive about the object of their affection.

July 23 – August 22

Leo loves to stand out and be recognized. Since they're ruled by the hot sun, this sign lives under a permanent spotlight. This means they also feel like all their flaws and shortcomings are illuminated. Leo may seem proud and fierce, but the truth is, these lions hide a complex level of insecurities and fears from everyone around them.

August 23 – September 22

Virgo is ruled by fast-paced Mercury, so their minds move at a mile a minute. As the maiden sign, they also have a strong need to fit in. The result? Virgo is both anxious and dishonest about what's actually going on in their lives. They tend to place a facade over their hardships and have difficulty admitting when they need help.

September 23 – October 22

Ruled by Venus (the planet of love), Libra is the cupid of the zodiac. This sign wears their heart on their sleeve and is the quickest to fall for someone, even if they're not the best match. Libra is also the most likely to stay in an unhappy relationship. Their fear of being alone means they won't leave unless they have a replacement in the wings.

October 23 – November 22

As innocent as Scorpio may seem, they're actually some of the most dark and twisty people in the zodiac. Ruled by angry Mars and destructive Pluto, these scorpions are drawn to murder stories and crime scenes. (Don't worry, they're not likely to commit murder themselves.) It also makes Scorpio a great mortician or coroner. Who knew?

November 23 – December 21

Ruled by brainy Jupiter, Sagittarius tends to be a bit of a nerd who demonstrates high proficiency on the job. It may surprise people to know that even though these archers come across as smart (and even a bit boring), they have an incredibly well-developed kinky side and are most likely to indulge in secret sexual fetishes.

December 22 – January 18

Capricorn is the hardest-working sign the zodiac. They are ruled by Saturn, the planet of structure and order, making these sea-goats unbending in their resolve. This intensity also makes them the most likely in the zodiac to develop an addiction. Since Caps have no time for self-care, they're most likely to turn to substance abuse for relief.

January 19 – February 18

Since Aquarius is ruled by rebellious Uranus, they often march to their own beat. This independence makes them incredibly hard to connect with. As water-bearers, their cup is always full, making them less receptive to new relationships. Fun fact: Aquarius is also the most likely to avoid emotional intimacy if they don't feel a strong connection first.

February 19 – March 20

Gentle-natured Pisces is ruled by the planet Neptune, named for the Greek god of the sea. Like the ocean, Pisces is fluid, emotional and prone to high and low emotional tides. Interestingly, this sign is also highly receptive to the psychic energy of others. They're so empathetic that they can often feel exactly what other people around them are feeling.