Does your child have an astrological mean streak?
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Bully potential: likely
Bossy Taurus children have strong preferences and aren't afraid to voice them. Since this bull-headed sign tends to think they're always right, they may not realize when they are belittling or talking down to others to get their point across. While these children would much rather mind their own business, they do have a mean streak that can be triggered when someone annoys them or isn't doing something "the right way."
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Gemini
May 21 – June 20
Bully potential: mid-level
Gemini children are more likely to engage in bullying if someone else is the ring leader. This social sign enjoys being part of a group, so it's important to make sure their friends aren't meanies, too. While Gemini isn't often directly vicious to others (on their own), they can be passive-aggressive and love to gossip, so teach them the value of trust and kindness early on to ward-off their natural shadiness.
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Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Bully potential: low
Affectionate Cancer children aren't naturally mean, unless they feel attacked or threatened. They tend to gravitate towards smaller groups of friends and like sticking to routines in relaxed, safe places. If someone is unkind to them, however, they may lash out and can be bitterly cruel when doing so. It is unlikely this crab sign will purposefully bully another child, but if a child bullies them, you can be certain they will have the last word.
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Leo
July 23 – August 22
Bully potential: mid-level
While Leo children are known to have strong personalities, they are also wise beyond their years and often very loyal and affectionate toward others. However, just like their lion sign suggests, they have a natural mean streak that enjoys hunting for prey. Leo children may pick on others they perceive as weaker. It is especially important that parents teach them compassion and kindness to help stave off this behavior while young.
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Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Bully potential: low
Kind-hearted Virgo children are more likely to protect others than cause them harm. While this sign is known for seeking acceptance and approval from others, they are also nurturers who will defend others when no one else will. If this maiden sign is caught up with a group of mean kids, they'll likely express anxiety symptoms such as stomachaches and stress until they find a new group of friends.
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Libra
September 23 – October 22
Bully potential: likely
The strangest thing about Libra children is that in the home, they tend to operate as peace keepers and justice-seekers. However, outside the home, Libra often looks for ways to express personal power, and that can come at the cost of others. To help your Libra child avoid turning into a bully, work with them on building a strong sense of self. If they have a clearly defined personal identity, they are less likely to taunt or tease others for approval.
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