The unforgiving nature of Kaja Kallas

BaZi and the Nature of Forgiveness

I’ve recently been thinking about the idea that our ability to forgive might be deeply influenced by our elemental composition in BaZi. This is, of course, speculative—let’s call it research in progress.

Our dominant element shapes how we perceive the world and react to conflict, especially when facing moral dilemmas or emotional wounds. Each element has a distinct way of processing grievances, which naturally affects one’s capacity for forgiveness.

• Fire people tend to approach problems with an all-or-nothing mindset. When faced with betrayal or conflict, their instinct is to incinerate everything—to destroy the issue at its core, leaving no trace. Unlike Wood, which regrows, Fire doesn’t look back. This makes them among the least forgiving, as they have little interest in rebuilding burned bridges.

• Metal-dominant individuals are sharp and decisive. When wronged, they may react harshly, cutting people off or punishing them severely. However, unlike Fire, Metal refines over time—it cools down and seeks structure. While their initial response may be severe, they do have the capacity for reconciliation once they believe the “lesson” has been taught.

• Wood and Earth people are inherently nurturing. Wood is resilient, constantly growing and adapting, while Earth is stable and accepting. These individuals tend to be more forgiving, as their nature is to cultivate, support, and heal. They prefer to repair rather than destroy.

• Water people have a different type of ruthlessness. When they feel wronged, they may overwhelm the situation like a flood—cold, pervasive, and capable of eroding foundations over time. Unlike Fire, which destroys instantly, Water wears things down gradually. However, Water is also adaptable and fluid, making these individuals potentially more forgiving after their emotional storm subsides.

Kaja Kallas and the Fire-Dominant Personality

I have been following Kaja Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission, for some time, and I was particularly struck by her hardline, unforgiving stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. She has shown little inclination toward negotiation, favoring an aggressive, battlefield-driven resolution, even though a complete military victory against Russia is highly unrealistic.

Her approach raises questions: Is she misinformed? Lacking diplomatic skills? Or is her personality simply wired toward confrontation?

When I examined her BaZi chart, I found revealing answers. Kallas is a Yang Fire Day Master, surrounded by Fire and Dry Earth—both reinforcing an unyielding, aggressive nature. Fire, especially Yang Fire, represents intense willpower, strong ideology, and the tendency to see matters in black and white. When Fire dominates a chart, especially without the cooling influence of Water or the balancing force of Metal, it creates a relentless, uncompromising personality.

Furthermore, she has two Horse branches, each carrying Yin Fire, adding another layer of intensity and competitiveness. The Horse is one of the strongest Fire branches, and in her case, it amplifies her militant approach. This explains why she sees enemies everywhere and prioritizes destruction over diplomacy.

Fire also governs weaponry and military force, which aligns with her focus on firepower as the primary solution to the conflict. She may appear soft-spoken and composed, but her words are unwavering and severe—hallmarks of a Fire-heavy individual who struggles with moderation.

Current Luck Cycle: Metal Pig

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Kallas is currently in a Metal Pig (Xin Hai) luck cycle, which is activating her Leadership and Influence Talent Bridge. The interaction between Fire, Earth, and Water in this phase enhances her prominence, making her more politically influential than ever. The Pig (Hai) contains Water, which theoretically could balance her chart, but because her Fire is overwhelmingly strong, the Water influence is likely minimal. Instead, the Metal influence in her luck cycle further sharpens her directness and sense of authority, reinforcing her uncompromising nature.

Final Thoughts

Kallas’ approach reflects a classic Fire-dominant mindset—one that seeks to obliterate rather than reconcile. While this gives her strong leadership qualities, it also raises questions about adaptability and long-term strategy. A more balanced chart might favor diplomacy, but with her current elemental composition and luck cycle, her trajectory remains aggressive and unwavering.

This analysis supports the idea that forgiveness—or the lack thereof—can be closely tied to elemental dominance in BaZi. Fire-heavy individuals, like Kallas, tend to struggle with letting go, while Water, Wood, and Earth elements often encourage more flexibility and healing.

Also published on Medium.