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traits include being very resistant to change, stubbornness, and being bullheaded.
    Physically, earth people need to be careful, as they tend to have round body shapes. It’s not that they are lazy, it’s that there is a lot of fire energy in hard exercise—so an earth person would rather not exercise. An earth person’s idea of exercise includes a nice leisurely stroll through the park or tending to their yards and gardens.
    I breathed a song into the air,
It fell to earth, I knew not where.
    Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

    Air
    The air is associated with the sky, wind, clouds, mountaintops, and birds of all sorts. This element corresponds with the Witch’s Pyramid adage “to know.” Air symbolizes freedom and spaciousness. It is light, expansive, and damn near impossible to truly measure or contain. Air is ever expanding, like breath. Ideas are said to come from the element of air, as does inspiration—a word that means “to breath in.” The element of air is one of intellect. It reflects the metaphysical principle of life. Air is associated with new life and beginnings—anything that “dawns,” whether that’s the day that dawns or a thought that suddenly dawns on you. Through the magick of the element of air, you receive the inspiration for deciding which direction in life you wish to take.
    People who have a lot of air qualities in their personality will think before they feel; they are rational and intelligent. Some folks who have strong links to this element can be the academic type. They are also fluently clever, witty, and express themselves clearly, whether it’s through speaking or writing. Air is the element of communication, so these folks may be fabulous lecturers, entertaining teachers, and sharp and witty conversationalists. Air people like to have several things going at one time; they are the ultimate multitaskers.
    However, too much air energy can make them seem like they are absent-minded, or that they appear to have their heads in the clouds or are airheads. Air people may be brilliant but out of step with the world around them. They may be incredibly smart but not be able to remember or complete the most mundane of tasks. These over-airy individuals may spend too much time in their own heads and simply ignore the physical world around them.
    The fire upon the hearth is low,
And there is stillness everywhere,
And, like winged spirits, here and there
The firelight shadows fluttering go.
    Eugene Field

    Fire
    Fire is associated with the sun, volcanoes, wildfires, deserts, tropical climates, and rock gardens. This blazing element corresponds with the Witch’s Pyramid adage “to dare.” Traditionally, fire is the element of illumination and transformation. It is associated with the divine spark or the spark of the soul. Fire magick can be accessed through candle, color, and solar spells. People who have a lot of fire qualities in their personality will be warm, passionate, and courageous. Fire is sometimes linked to intuition, and it’s definitely part of taking the initiative to bring about positive change.
    Fire represents both the light of intelligence and the flash of courage that allows you to follow through with your dreams and ideas. Sunlight is also within the realm of the element of fire. The strength and power of the sun should not be overlooked in this element. After all, the sun does bring light and illumination to our days, does it not?
    Individuals with plenty of fiery energy are often strongly intuitive. They believe in and fight for a worthy cause. Fire folks are natural leaders, the movers and shakers. Someone who has lots of fire energy will compel others to pay attention to them. Fire people are fascinating and sexual. These individuals make impassioned lovers and may be flamboyant and romantic.
    If someone carries too much fire energy, they can be impulsive, quick-tempered, display violent tempers, or be prone to rage.