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5 Pragmatic Zodiac Signs Who Always Think Long-Term

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5 Pragmatic Zodiac Signs Who Think Long-Term.

Are you a short-term or long-term thinker? If we consider how astrology determines the pragmatic, logical zodiac signs from the impractical ones, we can decide for ourselves if we are a long-term or short-term thinker. So, are you one of the zodiac signs who think long-term?

If you look at the big picture and plan for things that will happen down the road, you’re a long-term thinker. You tend to be financially sound and probably save more than you spend. You’re able to take the steps to achieve your long-range goals.

You’re patient, caring, and wise. You have the ability to develop good habits because you don’t need immediate gratification. You’re aware enough to know that taking small steps over a long period of time can yield great results.

People who are long-term thinkers tend to be prudent, disciplined, and dependable. They’re gifted at planning and focus. They aren’t impulsive or foolish, and they tend not to make mistakes because they didn’t think about the consequences beforehand.

Long-term thinkers are rarely rash, and they don’t say or do things they regret. but if there’s an unusual circumstance and they do something out-of-character, they take full responsibility for it.

1. TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)

Taurus tend to give everything a lot of thought and they're not hasty in their decision-making. They keep their eyes on the prize and are constantly reading and keeping up with things.

If a Taurus had invested in a stock, they'd watch the market but wouldn't sell their shares at the first dip; they'd wait it out and only sell when they were sure they'd make a profit. Taurus have incredible patience, and it's their willingness to take their time that pays off for them.

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2. CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)

For Capricorn, it's all about the long-term. They don't do anything without a lot of consideration.

Capricorns are the type of people who start investing for their future at an early age. They have goals and know that it takes time for those goals to come to fruition. Capricorns take care of their health, their relationships, and their money, and they want everything they invest in to last a long time.

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3. LEO (July 23 - August 22)

Leos understand the value of experience, and they tend to surround themselves with wise and intelligent people. Leos want to learn from those who have gone through the experiences they suspect they might encounter sometime in the future.

Leos are careful that the decisions they make and the things they do are positive both for themselves and generations to come.

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4. VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)

Virgos have a deep understanding of the ripple effect — they know that one small action can cause a huge reaction. Virgos think things through to the end before they do anything. They try not to be blindsided by a result of something they did.

They not only see the big picture, they see what they need to do to ensure that things work out for the better.

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5. AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)

Aquarians are the zodiac's humanitarian, and they're all about making the planet sustainable and helping people to have better lives. They know that sometimes the right decisions aren't the obvious ones, and that you need to dig a little deeper to see what steps to be taken.

Aquarians do things that will benefit the most people and have positive, long-term effects.

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Christine Schoenwald is a writer, performer, and astrology lover. She has written over 500 articles on the zodiac signs and how the stars influence us. She's had articles in The Los Angeles Times, Salon, Woman's Day, and is a contributing writer to Ravishly, I AM & CO, and YourTango. Check out her website, her Facebook writer's page, and her Instagram.