Sextile

The Sextile is the 60° aspect linking planets usually placed in signs of compatible elements: fire with air, or earth with water. It is a harmonious aspect, gentler than the trine, and is described as an opportunity: it eases cooperation between the energies involved but requires a small effort or a decision to make use of it. It is associated with communication, contacts and ideas that can become projects. Its usual orb is smaller than that of the tense major aspects, around four to six degrees.