The purpose of a T-square in your natal chart
One of the most common looking patterns found in the natal chart is known as a ‘T-square’ or ‘T cross’. This is made up of an opposition and two square aspects, which creates a red triangle. Red alerts us that this figure is full of energy and the triangle has a creative dynamic motivation. In Astrology / Psychology, this aspect pattern is called the “efficiency triangle”. However, from my own experience with clients and from having one on my own chart, one goes through a lot of frustration before this figure can be used effectively! This, however, may be your purpose and intention.
Giving the opposition to the quality of Saturn and the motivation of Square to Mars; Not surprisingly, this figure can cause frustration. The red aspects are “making energy”, and this triangle gives the person a huge internal drive of self motivation to achieve and get things done. There is often little to show for our efforts or the results are disappointing. This can leave us discouraged and discouraged. However, it can create a change or at least the awareness that we need.
The Focal Planet
The focal planet is the vertex of the triangle. This is a point of tension where you can experience stress. However, it can provide the motivation to further develop the energy of the planet, for example, developing a new talent or strengthening a specific characteristic. The house he is in is the realm of life where he liberates himself and expresses himself. This will create challenges for the individual due to both squares and the tension of the opposition. The opposite sign of the apex planet may indicate an area of vulnerability; however, this can be overcome by developing the qualities of the opposite sign.
Find your purpose
We must always look at the signs, planets and houses involved in evaluating any aspect of our charts. However, as I want to draw attention to the purpose of the look, looking at your T-square’s cardinal, fixed, or mutable modes may give you some clues.
Cardinal
The square T has an innate cardinal energy. The energies involved are bound to be used and developed. If this combination is in the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn, then this urge will be doubly active. Those with this T-square might be inclined to go after what they want. It gives a lot of vitality, drive and assertiveness. This can keep one on the go, busy, or where we seem to be in a rush. There can also be a tendency to overdo it by trying to accomplish too much too early, especially if Aries is involved. If you have this type of pattern on your chart, you may need to learn to structure energy, using it more constructively. Perhaps learning patience, commitment, and evaluating your actions will help turn this energy into efficiency.
A fixed T-square
A T-square in the fixed signs of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius would give a person strong determination, willpower, and stubbornness. Since fixed signs refer to values and security, those who have this pattern of appearance would cling to anything that makes them feel secure. The urge to retain everything they possessed could be a powerful trait. Perseverance in pursuit of their goals can make them seem ruthless at times. Repressed feelings and holding on to hurtful and negative emotions can cause stress and illness. Something will have to give with this T-square and it may be the focal planet when the energy is released or explodes. Driven by their security needs and the frustration they can cause, this pattern of appearance could force them to take another look at their values. When working efficiently, this energy could be used to build something stable and secure in life.
The mutable T square
The mutable signs of Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces tend to accumulate knowledge that is usually enthusiastically passed on to others. In this pattern of appearance, their minds could be in constant flux seeking and gathering information from everywhere. A restless mind that actively seeks new stimuli, as boredom can easily appear. The nervous system could be affected, making them very nervous. Although flexibility and adaptability can be an advantage, if used negatively, they can lack direction, be very indecisive, and can appear unreliable to others. What could be beneficial for this T-square is finding a theme or cause that can absorb all of this mental energy. A mental challenge that will focus the mind. Finding the appropriate channel will bring more discipline to this mutable energy.
Here’s a vital clue
This applies to all T-Squares. Look at the opposite sign of the apex planet, the one that is not involved in the aspect pattern. Developing the attributes and qualities of this sign can help you use this pattern more “efficiently.” This may also be the intention of this aspect, as developing the opposite number balances the psyche. This missing sign is worth investigating
Having a T-square in the birth chart can give a person dynamic energy. Each of the different Cardinal, Fixed or Mutable modes will need to find suitable channels before this can become an ‘efficiency triangle’.
