When most signs date someone who shares their sun sign, it often works because the quirks you know in yourself, you see in the other person. You understand them and you feel understood, even if it sometimes feels like you’re dating yourself. With you, Gemini, this feeling is quadrupled, mainly because your symbol is the twin. When you have arguments, it can often feel like there are four people in your head disagreeing with you. And yet, when you’re happy, it’s the same. Everything is exaggerated when you two get together, and whether this is a good or a bad thing… Well, let’s find out.
Gemini
You’re a mutable air sign, Gemini, ruled by the planet Mercury. You’re born between May 21st and June 20th, that tender space when spring is ending, summer is starting, and the bright skies mirror your cheerful vibe, Gemini. I don’t know about you, but the start of summer still brings up feelings of ease, the space to socialize, when I’d rather get out of the house and interact with the world around me. And that’s the energy of Gemini, someone who craves connection, and communication, and is always out and about and on the move, eager to see what the world awaits.
You’re outgoing and curious, Gemini, seeking conversation not just for the sake of nonsensical chatter but because you’re eager to learn about people and the world around you. As a mutable sign, you’re flexible and adaptable, your spontaneity making life more interesting.
You belong to the third house of the Zodiac, which rules communication, and that’s fitting for you, since you probably lack a filter and have no problem spitting your thoughts and asking questions. The third house represents the way we interact with people, the environment, our community, and with the world around us. You probably like to travel, and if you don’t or haven’t had the chance to yet, you’re definitely a daydreamer, constantly imagining about where you can go next or what new piece of knowledge you can absorb.
To take that a step further, your planet, Mercury, represents communication, memory, and knowledge. When you combine the flexibility of a mutable sign with the loftiness of an air sign, you get an energy that is adaptable, yet indecisive. You have one foot on the ground, and your head in the clouds, Gemini. You’re so flexible, in fact, that you’re often perceived as wishy-washy and flighty, shifting your mindset from one moment to the next. And that’s where your symbol, the twin, comes in. More than one person in your life has probably joked about you having multiple personalities, and although you’re empathetic and kind, you’re also bold and passionate, with more than one side to your personality, but for those who love you, it’s what they like best about you. You’re always going to keep your loved ones engaged and on the tip of their toes.
Gemini and Gemini in Friendship
When you have a Gemini as a friend, you pretty much have a built-in cheerleader in your pocket. This is coming from someone whose mother is a Gemini and considers her one of her best friends. Gemini are engaging, curious, and invested, lighting up any room they enter with their spark of enthusiasm for whatever they’re doing. They’re incredibly supportive, and just a bit feisty when things get intense (love you, mom!). Now when you combine two Geminis, you get a double dose of all of that.
If you’re a Gemini and your new friend is a Gemini, you’ll immediately recognize that something about this friendship just sparks differently. It’s a relief to meet someone who shares your enthusiasm, and who is capable of having endless conversations well into the middle of the night. You’re changeable nature means your moods can flip, enthusiastic one moment and argumentative the next. You’re also indecisive and this can piss off some of your friends, but not your other Gemini. They’ll know all too well how it feels to be in the midst of changing emotions, and they won’t hold it against you, Gemini, and you’ll appreciate them all the more for it.
Friend Date: Mani/Pedi or Streaking on the Beach at Midnight?
Together, there are no limits to the ends of the earth you’ll travel to. You’re both explorative and spontaneous and you want to see what is out in the world. You both love talking to people, and you embrace any opportunity to get out of the house and travel–whether that’s just to the grocery store or across the country, you two will make an adventure wherever you go. Because you’re impulsive, you both will often act without thinking about the consequences of your decisions. While it won’t negatively affect your friendship–because you’ll understand and like this quality about your friend–it may mean trouble for other more static and routine-dependent friends. Together, you two may cause a little chaos, but one thing is for sure–you’ll definitely have fun doing it!
Friend-Fection: Keep It on the Dl or Text ‘Love Ya Biatch?’
Oh boy. This is where you two bond. And it will probably happen the first night you meet. You two are the talkers of the zodiac–and this is coming from a Virgo, whose planet also rules communication. I thought I was a talker as a Virgo, but my mom is ten times the communicator I am, and in a very different way. Where I need to get deep and emotional to talk about things, often as a way to process my emotions, my Gemini mother thrives on conversation. She can meet someone and in ten minutes know their last name, favorite color, and their dog’s favorite toy. And she does it with effortless grace, automatically making people feel comfortable, like they can open up to her and tell her their deepest secrets.
Now take that and double it and you can imagine what the friendship between two Geminis will be. You two won’t just finish each other’s sentences, you’ll overlap each other in conversation, so eager to express your thoughts and find someone who not only enjoys listening to you but matches your energy. You guys will be able to talk about everything and if issues arise, you’ll have no problem discussing them, but because your communication will be so top-notch, it’s unlikely fights will even happen.
Dating Advice: Send His Name or Send His Social?
You two love dating, mainly because you love communicating and connecting with people. Where other signs may struggle with nerves or uncertainties with first dates, you guys will look forward to this type of connection, even if it doesn’t pan out. You just love learning things about other people, and of all the friends you’ll confide in about your dates, it will most definitely be your other Gemini friend. In fact, if you’re not calling them on the way home after the date, then they probably decided to meet up at the same restaurant so they can catch you on the way to the bathroom and get the full 411. You two are linked like that, and it’s a bond with no filter, no boundaries, and a lot of fun.
Gemini and Gemini in Love
Your mutual air sign gives you two a whole lot of chemistry. Because you’re both spontaneous, it’s likely you two might be hesitant about taking that step to fully commit in a relationship. While you each have your own life and dozens of friends, taking that extra step of saying you’ll be with one romantic person for life is slightly startling, but something you’ll inherently enjoy if you decide to go for it. You’ll need to learn how to raise boundaries and maintain your independence, otherwise, you can become resentful. That great communication that was so effortless in your friendship will take a while to develop in a relationship, but eventually, if you can get past your fear of vulnerability, then this relationship will be bound for success.
The First Date: Roses or KFC?
This will be unlike any first date either of you’ve had before. There will be no dull moments in conversation. You won’t even care where you are, because you won’t be able to stop talking to each other long enough to notice anything around you. You’re used to dating, and you probably have had a handful of temporary relationships or one-night stands, but when you meet someone who mirrors your values and matches your energy, like fellow Gemini, you won’t be able to get enough of each other. A second date is likely.
Love Language Do’s and Don’ts: A Dealbreaker?
You probably already guessed what I’m going to say if you’ve gotten the theme of your dual energies here. It’s all about communication with you two, Gemini’s. You’ll never know what to expect from each other, but that’s the way you both prefer it! Your love languages may change based on your mood or the day, but you know that you both need to be able to be heard and share the space to talk about what you’re feeling. This will be easier after you’ve had some time to start to trust each other, but once you do, you’ll find that your conversations–and fights–while may be heated at times, will allow you both to express everything you need. As long as you get your thoughts off your chest, and feel respected, you’ll have no problem forgiving and forgetting and moving on.
Sexy Time: Slow and Steady or Chompin’ at the Bit?
You probably already guessed what I’m going to say if you’ve gotten the theme of your dual energies here. It’s all about communication with you two, Gemini’s. You’ll never know what to expect from each other, but that’s the way you both prefer it! Your love languages may change based on your mood or the day, but you know that you both need to be able to be heard and share the space to talk about what you’re feeling. This will be easier after you’ve had some time to start to trust each other, but once you do, you’ll find that your conversations–and fights–while may be heated at times, will allow you both to express everything you need. As long as you get your thoughts off your chest, and feel respected, you’ll have no problem forgiving and forgetting and moving on.
The Verdict?
In this case, befriending or dating yourself has never been more interesting and fun. Your energy is a lively one, and that’s what you’re going to get back in this friendship. Your communication will thrive in your friendship, and while you may need a little more work to keep your communication solid in a relationship, you’ll embrace the passion between you two and will put in the effort to make it work.
Compatibility Scale:
- 1- Get AWAY from me
- 2- Who are you again?
- 3- I tolerate you
- 4- You’re pretty cool
- 5- Let’s gooooo!
Friendship Compatibility
Love Compatibility
What if I Love This Person?
Congrats, you found a good one.