Fixed signs are one of the three modalities or qualities in astrology, along with cardinal and mutable signs. The four fixed signs are Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. Fixed signs are known as the "stabilizers" of the zodiac because they fall in the middle of a season and are the grounding forces of the zodiac wheel. They are the ones who maintain, uphold, and defend positions, responsibilities, goals, or desires in everyday situations. Fixed signs are the least welcoming of change and are valued for their consistent, loyal, devoted, reliable, and patient natures. They are visionaries who are able to tolerate new beginnings and change and are able to make things happen out of thin air. However, they can also be stubborn and stuck in a rut, and they hold strong opinions. If youre an astro fan, you might have noticed theres one fixed sign per element. Taurus is an earth sign, Leo is a fire sign, Scorpio is a water sign, and Aquarius is an air sign. Each of the fixed signs also forms either a square or an opposition with each other.