* the descendant represents people we often find ourselves unconsciously attracted to, or people who may find themselves drawn to us. planets in the 1st and 7th house will alter the expression of the ascendant/descendant axis; venus, mars, and the moon will alter what we seek in a relationship.
Aries Ascendant/Libra Descendant: You are independent, straight-forward, a natural leader, and possibly competitive. You enjoy action and often go after your goals without a second thought. You can be impulsive at times but this is because of your ambitious and restless nature. Self-reliance comes naturally to you, and you tend to radiate independence. You get things done on your own, and fast. Aries is all about action, especially at home in the first house. This can lead you to seem impatient and restless at times. With Libra in the descendant, you may attract partners who adaptable, harmonious, and may expect you to make most of the decisions in your relationship. However, you may resist overly dependent partnerships and may be self-centered sometimes during love. It’s important to keep your partners needs in mind in order to have healthy relationships. Having relationships with partners with Libra influence can teach you to balance your personal needs with the needs of your loved ones.
Taurus Ascendant/Scorpio Descendant: You are loyal, sensual, determined, and possibly stubborn or resistant to change. You often have a comforting, harmonious, stable presence. You are typically calm and approachable because you rarely come on too strong. You desire reliable and secure relationships, and can be protective or even possessive of your loved ones. Despite your innate peaceful nature, you are also very opinionated and can be skilled in the art of a friendly debate. Change is not always welcomed by you, as your comfort is important to you. With Scorpio in the descendant, you may attract partners who are passionate, intense, magnetic, and able to commit. Intimate relationships are likely with this placement, and although you may not rush into relationships, when you do fall in love you fall hard. It’s important for you to find a relationship where you can both be comfortable and feeling secure, and satisfy your craving for passion and intimacy.
Gemini Ascendant/Sagittarius Descendant: You are curious, social, interactive, and possibly restless or impatient. You have an active, intellectual mind and you like to learn from experience. Talking to people is enjoyable for you because it stimulates your mind and allows you the opportunity to ask questions. You often have a way with words and can be quite easy to strike a conversation with. You come off as quite clever and often this placement gives one a witty sense of humor. You can be quite friendly and willing to talk to anyone, but since Gemini is an air sign, you can also come off as distant or cold to certain people. With Sagittarius in the descendant, you may attract partners who are adventurous and challenge/stimulate you mentally. Relationships that value open communication, independence, and spontaneity are likely of interest to you. Since Sagittarius represents the higher octave of learning, it’s possible to attract partners who can take you below the surface and expand your worldview or perspective.
Cancer Ascendant/Capricorn Descendant: You are compassionate, practical, sensitive, and possibly reserved or shy. Your presence is perceived as gentle and soft, it’s possible you are sensitive to your environment or the emotions of the people around you, as Cancer is ruled by the Moon. You have a nurturing soul and others may look to you for comfort. It’s simply easy to relax around you. Typically, you come off as approachable because you seem so nice and compassionate. Your personal security is important to you and you can be very protective of it. You like to feel sure of yourself and your environment. With Capricorn in the descendant, you may attract partners who are reliable, stable, and seek a relationship with well-defined expectations and boundaries. You appreciate someone who is both romantic and serious in love, someone you can trust and depend on. Since Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, you may be attracted to older partners! Or just people who are responsible and good at maintaining their personal security.
Leo Ascendant/Aquarius Descendant: You are passionate, expressive, ambitious, and possibly dramatic. You have an innate magnetic energy that makes you stand out, whether you try to or not. Being in the spotlight is cool with you, in fact it might be something you desire, and you tend to be quite decisive, even stubborn at times. You have the tendency to feel very sure of yourself, which can sometimes lead to impulsive decision making. Your reputation tends to be important to you, you hate being embarrassed, and you may not exactly be the best at accepting criticism. With Aquarius on the descendant, you may attract partners who are unique, original, and inspiring. A relationship with someone who allows you the independence to express yourself is ideal for you. You appreciate partners who can share your ambitious and social nature, someone who you can talk to about your opinions and desires, someone who will listen with an open-mind.
Virgo Ascendant/Pisces Descendant: You are analytical, observant, rational, and possibly reserved or quiet. You can be very detail-oriented, a perfectionist even, and you seem to notice the flaws in everything. However, this can be a valuable skill, as you can spot the one flaw in a plan that others may have overlooked. In new situations you may feel uncomfortable and come off as shy as you take in and adjust to the environment around you. However, you can also be very adaptable as well. People tend to rely on you and see you as dependable, as you typically enjoy being helpful. It usually takes a little bit for you to warm up to others, but once you do, your personality lights up and the real you is revealed. With Pisces in the descendant, you may attract partners who are idealistic, compassionate, and willing to make sacrifices for a relationship. You enjoy relationships with partners who are sympathetic and understanding, someone who can make you feel appreciated and needed. Someone who is kind, patient, and understanding of your emotional needs is likely a compatible fit for you.
Libra Ascendant/Aries Descendant: You are charming, polite, social, and possibly passive-aggressive or indecisive. You tend to be naturally charismatic as you radiate harmony and enjoy being friendly. Although you have a peaceful presence, to some your charm may come off as superficial. Your appearance is often important to you and you enjoy being attractive. Even without natural good looks, Venus is your ruling planet and others may find themselves naturally attracted to you in other ways. It may be because of your naturally easygoing nature. With Aries in the descendant, you may attract partners who are direct, action-oriented, and assertive. Someone who can balance out your indecisive nature and point you in the right direction can often be beneficial. You may find yourself enjoying relationships with people who are straightforward about their needs (without being rude/overbearing of course!) and able to think for themselves.
Scorpio Ascendant/Taurus Descendant: You are passionate, intense, loyal, and possibly come off as powerful or intimidating. People are often left to guess what’s going on inside your mysterious mind, and it seems that’s how you like it. You have an innately powerful presence about you that makes it hard for others to ignore. To some, this is intimidating, to others, it’s simply magnetic. You can be rather secretive and protective of your personal privacy. Curiosity is a natural trait of yours and you have a gift for reading between the lines and discovering the truth. With Taurus in the descendant, you may attract partners who are reliable, loyal, and sensual. You don’t enjoy superficial relationships, and the determined quality of a Taurus can offer the stability and authenticity you desire. Taurus is also a very sensual, physical sign, and since Scorpio strives for raw intimacy, having a Taurus influenced partner can send sparks flying.
Sagittarius Ascendant/Gemini Descendant: You are open-minded, curious, adventurous, and possibly blunt or impulsive. You tend to appear optimistic and happy even when that’s not the case. There is a restless quality about this placement, as if the soul is constantly searching for a new adventure. Adapting is usually not an issue for you, in fact you often thrive within the currents of change. Your curious nature thrives when you have the freedom to learn through experience. Your lighthearted nature helps you thrive in social situations, and you often enjoy talking to people and sharing your ideas and opinions. With Gemini in the descendant, you may attract partners who are witty, social, and easy to have a conversation with. You enjoy having a partner who you can talk to about whatever’s going on in your head. Someone who can share your interests, accept you with an open-mind and join you on your adventure, may just be your ideal partner.
Capricorn Ascendant/Cancer Descendant: You are determined, loyal, ambitious, and possibly come off as serious or hard to read. You have a very powerful ability to focus on your aspirations, and you may have the tendency to worry about the future since you are so goal-oriented. Capricorn Risings seem to be naturally responsible and often learn to function independently at a young age. You desire to be successful, and you want others to notice this quality in you. People usually feel like they can rely on you, as your rational and competent nature is a part of your personality that you project to the world around you. With Cancer in the Descendant, you may attract partners who are stable, loving, and compassionate. You desire relationships that offer security, and a Cancer’s willingness to make a proper commitment is attractive to you. Someone who is able to offer you authentic compassion and soothe your ambitious mind after a long day can often seem like the perfect fit.
Aquarius Ascendant/Leo Descendant: You are independent, unique, curious, and possibly enjoy shocking others with your originality. You like to come off as different, whatever that may mean to you. It’s difficult to surprise you because you are acutely aware of life’s taboos and oddities. You tend to be very open-minded and it’s easy for you to get along with others. You can be very opinionated especially with topics that revolve around humanity, but sometimes you may be overly willing to try and push these ideas onto others. Since Aquarius is a fixed sign, you can be very stubborn sometimes and resistant towards change. Your individuality is never something you’re willing to sacrifice. With Leo in the descendant, you may attract partners who are creative, expressive, and ambitious. Despite your need for freedom, relationships with partners who are willing to be loyal and give you the affection your heart desires can bring you great amounts of happiness. Someone who can share your creativity and opinionated nature may just be perfect for you.
Pisces Ascendant/Virgo Descendant: You are compassionate, imaginative, creative, and possibly sensitive or a people-pleaser. You have a very mutable quality to you and often find yourself going with the flow, as you have a very harmonious nature. You are imaginative and sometimes you leave people guessing what’s going on inside your head since you tend to be a day-dreamer. Your open-mind adds a changeable quality to your personality and your opinions and beliefs may undergo many changes throughout your life. You tend to blend in and adapt to the needs of others. With Virgo in the descendant, you may attract partners who are adaptable, helpful, and reliable. Partnerships with people who keep you grounded in reality may be karmically beneficial for you. You like to feel secure in love, and a partner with Virgo traits can offer the stability you crave deep-down.
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