This is my first post on my newly-minted digital grimoire, so I thought I'd start out with info I already know. Here's a short little guide on how to dehydrate herbs and other materials at home in your oven (if you have one). I usually dehydrate fresh materials instead of hanging them as firstly: I have a cat who will find a way to reach anything I hang up to dry, and secondly: there are some materials I don't feel comfortable leaving out in open air as they will likely rot. Also, it just saves on drying time.
Steps:
1. Grab whatever you want to dehydrate whether it be fruits, peels, herbs, veg, or (my favourite) eggshells.
Important Note: DO NOT EVER put plants which are known to be toxic or whose origins are unclear in your oven. It's never worth it.
2. Place your items on a sheet pan with parchment paper underneath (there may be lingering oils on the pan, but if you are okay with that feel free to skip the parchment).
3. If your oven is fancy and you have a dehydration setting, great! Use the recommended temperature. If not, set your oven between 160-190*. I usually set it lower, but if you're short on time it will work higher.
4. This is the most crucial step: keep your oven door slightly ajar in order to let moisture escape. However, very importantly DO NOT EVER LEAVE YOUR OPEN OVEN UNATTENDED (or your closed one, for that matter), especially if you have an older oven. Basic fire safety applies here.
5. The process usually takes around 2 hours if you are dehydrating thinner plants, but may take up to 3-4 if you are dehydrating something thicker like citrus peels or fruit slices. Either way, be prepared to wait a bit. You will know they are done when you can easily crush them if plants or they are breakably-solid if peels. With eggshells they will be brittle anyways, but it's nice to dehydrate them to more easily grind into a powder and also to kill any lingering bacteria.
6. Store herbs as you usually would in a container away from sunlight. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: I'm really bad with astrology, but I'm determined to learn! I might take phrases from websites because they make most sense to me with how they're phrased too, but I'm doing my best to not just copy-paste :D (also check the purple titles if you're looking for a specific planet, as this post will be quite long)
Things to note: Astrology technically isn't a science, but uses scientific methods by drawing conclusions based on observations; its also based in math principles and measuring plant movements. Some people also consider it an art, since forecasts and charts rely on interpretation.
Big things to note: Astrology charts can set up basic characteristics for people, but aren't used to take away a person's free will or choices. The charts are just the base starting points from when a person is born, not specific instructions on what to do, and everyone is able to change their own outcomes in life. Free will and choices are never controlled by astrology :)
𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
Planets
The easiest way for me to write this down is to use the exact phrasing from the article I found. Imagine your life is a movie. And in the 'movie of your life' the planets are the actors. These planets are: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Each planet is in charge of a specific aspect of your character/identity.
Zodiac signs
The planets all visit specific zodiac signs when someone is born. The zodiac signs determine the roles the planets play, like costumes on actors. Zodiac signs 'modify' the planets, adding nuance to their characters. The zodiac begins in Spring with Aries (the first sign), then goes to Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and then the last sign, Pisces.
The Houses
The 12 Houses of the Zodiac all represent different parts of your life, and follow the progression of the Zodiac Signs. So the 1st House is ruled by Aries, the first Zodiac Sign, the 7th House is ruled by Libra, the seventh Zodiac Sign, and so on. The planets are the 'residents' of these houses, and travel through each house in their journey around the sun. The houses are basically the 'movie sets' where the scenes of your life take place.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐬:
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧
The Sun is generally considered your 'main sign' and is the forecast you read on websites. The Sun changes Zodiac Signs every thirty days, so people born in those clusters will share a Sun Sign and some basic personality traits. An example would be, those born between November 21st and December 21st will all have a Sagittarius Sun.
Whatever Zodiac Sign and house the Sun was orbiting through at your time of birth determines your Natal Sun/Sun Sign.
The Moon changes Zodiac Sign every 2.5 days, so even those born under the same Sun will have different emotional temperaments if they are born at least 3 days apart.
The Sun 'inspires humans to produce great works, to get applause and earn their bragging rights'. But the Sun is also the domain for ego, and can produce things like arrogance and masks of self confidence if imbalanced. That's where the other planets come in. The Sun will reveal core instincts, but not much about hidden desires or soul urges.
Sun facts:
It changes Zodiac Sign monthly
It rules the sign Leo
It's day of the week is Sunday
It is an Inner Planet
The Sun governs:
Personality, essence, self
Ego/pride
Self expression
Courage
The Father
Sources of energy and strength
Positions of the Sun:
Domicile: Leo
The Sun's home base, and is an easy flow if here in the chart
Detriment: Aquarius
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
Exalted: Aries
the Sun's most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
Fall: Libra
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐲
Mercury helps us put our solar 'vibes' into actual words. Both written and verbal language is this planet's domain. The way we organise and transfer data also falls to Mercury, which governs our mobile devices, scheduling and transportation too.
Mercury is the social director of your birth chart, and so rules your peer relationships: siblings, platonic friends, coworkers, and neighbours. This planet can also help with extracurricular life too, with its position in your chart showing where to 'get a hobby'.
There's also a second expression too. The analytical aspect. How do we process data? Do we put things in piles or shelves? Do we process things better through visuals. touch, or audio?
Mercury facts:
It changes zodiac sign every 3-4 weeks
It rules the signs Gemini and Virgo
It's day of the week is Wednesday
Mercury governs:
communication
information & data
organizational systems
mobile devices
transportation
Positions of Mercury:
retrograde
Mercury turns retrograde 3-4 times every year for three weeks at a time. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Gemini
The planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Sagittarius
The opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Virgo
Mercury's most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Pisces
The opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Mercury means in each house:
(side note: for each planet's house explanation, I am copy-pasting because I wasn't sure how to rewrite them, and I like the fun way they're written. If anyone wants the link, I'll reblog this post after :) )
1st house (Aries)
If you were born with Mercury in Aries or the 1st house, you thrive on dopamine-driven challenges and are always having a-ha moments. You tend to act on the fly and speak without thinking—but with all that charisma, you own the room! Gifted at providing a true be here now presence, you are easily able to live in the moment—you dont dwell on the past or drown in nostalgic sentimentality. An independent thinker, Dont tell me what to do! is your battle cry. Youre fearless when it comes to expressing your opinions, no matter how unpopular.
2nd house (Taurus)
Mercury in Taurus or the 2nd house people are masters of common sense: you need to see it to believe it! You evaluate opportunities based on their return on investment, and need demonstrable proof that an idea will work before you buy in. As the 2nd house pertains to income streams and self-value, Mercury here works best in a predictable, secure environment. You trust time-tested ideas over whats trendy or experimental, and you have an innately strong knowing of your visual aesthetics.
You manage others well, even if you might be a bit too just the facts for some folks. Simple systems are your friends! You prefer to talk thoughts over feelings, and like a clear action plan: what needs to be completed? You feel best when productive and it helps when you set yourself up to achieve incremental tasks, and systematically work through a to-do list.
3rd house (Gemini)
Free as a bird! Winged messenger Mercury is right at home in this variety-loving placement. Youre a quick talker and thinker, languaging every word with a clever and creative edge. You process information at an accelerated speed, zipping through books, articles, and social media posts in half the time. Eternally curious, you want to know the why about everything—for no reason in particular. You make effortless small talk, icebreakers, and ability to carry light conversation in group settings.
4th house (Cancer)
Cancer and 4th house Mercury natives have a high E.Q. and emotional intelligence. Tuned into subtleties, youre interested in discovering peoples desires and motives. With your nurturing nature, you may be the mom of your office or friend group, preferring to form a few lifelong bonds, over a million social-media friendships. You process information best when its presented with a personal touch—and introduced gently. Your emotions and intuition will always be your best guides, so do regular gut checks. You learn best in safe, comfortable spaces where you truly are free to say anything.
For best productivity practices, keep your support squad nearby to cheer you on (and up). Surround yourself with creature comforts like snacks, comfy clothes, tea, music. Emotions can get stuck in your body so make sure to get up and move regularly throughout the day. Otherwise, you may soothe by stress-eating or sink into melancholy spells.
5th house (Leo)
Big, bold ideas delivered with a creative flourish? Yes, please—and then some! Flamboyant self-expression is the name of the game for those born with Mercury in Leo and the 5th house. Youre a fun-loving spirit whose moves are captivating. You may be a natural storyteller or a spotlight stealer. Whatever you funnel your talents toward, you naturally become the best, setting trends and leading the charge.
That doesnt mean youre a narcissist though! You can give rapt attention in return when your noble support is called upon. With this regal signature, you carry yourself with power and know how to command the room. Although you crave the limelight and the throne, you can be equally adept at directing the action from the background, as the squad leader or CEO.
6th house (Virgo)
Mercury is exalted in Virgo and vibing high in the 6th House, and this is one of its potent placement. A naturally systematic thinker, you thrive when youre operating under schedules and routines. Mastery is the name of your game, and you will gladly focus (obsess?) for years to improve your technique. With this inquisitive Mercury placement, you have an inborn journalistic curiosity. Conversations are information-gathering missions where you pepper people with questions—and might have to remind yourself to share more personal data so people dont feel interrogated.
A trivia hound, you collect data and like to understand how everything works—and how and why. With your eye for detail and perfectionist tendencies, youre a natural editor. No flaw, typo, or mismatched print gets past your discerning eye, even the subtle ones everyone else misses. Life is a constant improvement mission for, and having a stretch goal keeps you inspired and motivated. Friends count on you to share all the helpful hints that you learn along the way.
7th house (Libra)
Peace, love and harmony? Yes, please. With Mercury in Libra or the 7th, you are naturally diplomatic and gracious. While you dont mind a good debate, youre more likely to be strategizing win-wins to the tune of, How can we make this work for BOTH of us? With your ability to view both sides of the fence, compromising and negotiating are your strengths. Earlier in life, you may have to get over the hurdle of people-pleasing. Trying to make everyone happy can stall your ability to form an opinion or make a decision.
In your closest relationships, you may avoid conflict altogether, especially if you fear speaking up will interfere with a romantic connection. That doesnt mean youre impartial though. With this justice-oriented Mercury placement, you have a strong sense of ethics and conviction, and could make a great judge.
8th house (Scorpio)
Passion, mystery and intensity! With Mercury in Scorpio or the 8th house, you are drawn to the esoteric side of life. A natural detective, you are fascinated with figuring things out, dissecting peoples motives and unpacking the inner workings of their psyches. Whether developing your hobbies or building social networks, you do nothing halfway. Youll stay up all night helping a friend through a crisis or obsessively researching your latest topic of interest. You hate to be interrupted though! Create a private cocoon for productivity where you can work without distractions.
9th house (Sagittarius)
Whats the big idea? With Mercury in Sagittarius or the 9th youre an eternal student of life, forever researching and expanding into new philosophical terrain. Naturally wise and idealistic, you have both an old soul quality and a refreshingly youthful curiosity. Both Sagittarius and the 9th house are associated with travel, diversity and cross-cultural connections, which gives you a knack for learning foreign languages or picking up quickly on a multitude of dialects. Friends flock to you from all walks of life. You love having a rainbow coalition as your crew. You may be the ambassador of your squad, bringing together people from varied backgrounds who dont have your ease with bridging differences and breaking the ice.
10th house (Capricorn)
Lets get to the point here, shall we? With Mercury in Capricorn or the 10th house, you are business-like in your communications. Whats the five- or ten-year plan? With this goal-oriented placement, you like to focus like a laser beam, sharp and direct. A producer and provider, you thrive when you have a purpose. No matter how far up the chain of command you are, you have a CEO-like quality. If youre on a mission to achieve, you can get obsessively ambitious, tuning out all distractions until the job is done. Easy does it! You may come across as harsh and officious when people arent cooperating, or worse, imperious or dismissive.
11th house (Aquarius)
All together now! With Mercury in Aquarius or the 11th house, you are social, friendly and a great team player. Collaborations are your jam and you know how to get the party started basically anywhere. You can be witty, entertaining and the class clown type OR the mad-scientist geek of the group with innovative and out-there ideas. Probably both! You occasionally (and ever-so-nonchalantly) shock people with radical views or spontaneous moves and integrate technology into your work and learning process.
12th house (Pisces)
Dreamweaver! With Mercury in ephemeral Pisces or the 12th house, you cast a spell over the world, transporting people into a fairy tale through your words and presence. Creatively, you draw inspiration from a deep (and multidimensional!) well. Your imagination is otherworldly! A dreamy, abstract thinker, you might even struggle to verbally articulate your ideas. Its easier for you to go behind the scenes and build things, then trot them out for show and tell.
𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐬
Venus is the planet of love, beauty, and harmony, and can reveal both your seductive techniques, and the ones you like to be used on you. In the chart, Venus will reveal your dating style, how you like to be romanced, and what will visually attract you.
Venus will show your divine feminine energy, which is something that everyone has regardless of gender. For women, it will show the traits you want to be appreciated for in relationships; if you're trying to date a woman, it will give clues about the type of women that could win your heart.
Venus can help us choose things such as food, music, and colours that we prefer. It also helps with the way we socialize and how we share our possessions.
Venus facts:
It changes zodiac signs every 3-5 weeks
It rules the signs Taurus and Libra
It's day of the week is Friday
Venus governs:
Love
beauty
fashion & aesthetics
dating & romance
creativity
divine feminine energy
Positions of Venus:
retrograde
Venus turns retrograde every 18 months for 6 weeks. You may have to work harder through it's lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Taurus & Libra
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Scorpio & Aries
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Pisces
Venus' most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Virgo
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Venus means in each house:
1st house (Aries)
If you were born with Venus in assertive Aries, or the 1st house, you are a fiery and passionate lover who won't settle for less than an all-encompassing attraction. Love at first sight is all too real for you- and you've probably fallen head-over-heels in a nanosecond more than once. If the click is there, you'll jump right in, ready to race off on a romantic escapor to the Vegas Chapel! But wait who IS that person with whom you're so smitten? Pacing yourself is an art form to learn
2nd house (Taurus)
The planet of love and beauty is literally at home (domicile) in decadent Taurus, one of the two zodiac signs Venus rules. (Libra is the other.) If you were born with Venus in Taurus or the 2nd house, consider yourself lucky! Youre one of Cupids darlings and, whether you care to admit it or not, a hopeless romantic to the core. Let the slow jams pipe softly through your speakers and the vintage Pinot breathe alongside a pair of glasses on your counter. You woo at a prolonged pace and dont want to miss out on a single courtship ritual. That said, you dont wait too long for a home visit. You need to see how the object-of-your-affections will jive with your everyday environment-and how much theyll appreciate your gourmet-level kitchen skills, your elegant décor and your collection of tasteful films.
3rd house (Gemini)
Youve got game! If you were born with Venus in curious, communicative Gemini or the 3rd house, youre a pro-level flirt who needs tons of variety to stay interested. The perfect partner for you must be a multidimensional renaissance romantic who has major range and interests outside the relationship. By the same token, your S.O. must be available for frequent texting and emoji-laced responses to your social media posts. Digital connections are still plenty strong for you-and because of this, a long-distance relationship could actually work out just fine
4th house (Cancer)
Can you say, hot mama? With Venus in nurturing Cancer or the 4th house, youre equal parts caretaker and coquette. When a prospective lover shows interest, you might demur or throw up a tough outer shell. This is likely a self-protective measure, because once you open your heart, you go all in. If you had your preference, youd mate for life; and many a Venus in Cancer weds early, even to a childhood sweetheart. With your tender underbelly, it can take you years to get over a breakup or so-called rejection.
5th house (Leo)
Curtains up! Romance is like a theatrical performance for those born with Venus in dramatic Leo or the 5th house. If youre not working the room like a runway star, youre probably writing a cinematic narrative in your head about all the ups and downs of your love life. Hey, if its not a page-turner, its probably not for you! Naturally creative, youre fine going off-script, too; in fact, some of your most heart-opening moments may be the ones that you ad-lib when you throw caution to the wind. Venus in fiery, flamboyant Leo makes you a passionate soul. Youll take your sentiments super-sized, thanks. What starts as a right-swiped, lets meet-up for drinks thing could evolve into a 24-hour date that takes you from karaoke to after-hours bar to the bedroom to brunch-and maybe a burlesque show in between.
6th house (Virgo)
Wanted: A pure heart and noble character. People born with Venus in practical Virgo or the 6th house swoon for the spirit of selfless service. A discerning dater, you would rather be single than waste time on someone whose values you dont respect. Great hygiene and grooming are also a must! This Venus placement is wellness obsessed. Youre also a bit of a germaphobe, and you can be unforgiving of stray hairs, wrinkled fabrics and cheap colognes.
7th house (Libra)
If you were born with Venus in harmonious Libra or the 7th house, romance is your raisón detre! Since the planet of love and beauty reigns supreme here, this placement blesses you with extra charm in the love department. Youll revel in every season of relationships, from the courtship dance to planning the wedding (obsessed!) to picking out the perfect warm-weather retirement community for your sunset years. Although you can take your time to commit, you believe in love at first sight. The chemistrys gotta be bubbling like a freshly corked Veuve!
8th house (Scorpio)
If you were born with Venus in secretive Scorpio or the 8th house, your approach to love is seductive, soulful and intense. Casual dating is so NOT your jam. You prefer to plunge into the depths of intimacy and find out every one of your lovers secrets. Sharing your own, however, may take years. Deeply private and mysterious, you hate to feel vulnerable or exposed. Since trust does not come easily with this Venus placement, you might choose a partner who is an open book and knows how to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to bare your soul.
9th house (Sagittarius)
With Venus in broad-spectrum Sagittarius or the 9th house you love without limits. This can make you wildly adventurous (read: generally non-monogamous) or endlessly devoted to your mate. A relationship must feel like a growth opportunity in order for you to sign on. Can the two of you build something world-changing together? Expand, evolve and learn into your sunset years? If you sense endless possibilities from a merger, youll cliff-dive right in-even if you have no tangible proof of concept (and have known each other for like, a week). Hope springs eternal for those born with Venus in Sagittarius; youre a gambler in the game of love. With this lucky sign shielding your heart, you understand that fortune favors the bold. And if it doesnt work out? Well, youll follow the Mae West principle: The best way to get over one (person) is to get under another.
10th house (Capricorn)
If you were born with Venus in sensible Capricorn or the 10th House, you play the long game in love. Relationships are an investment, as far as youre concerned, and you arent into betting against the odds. Youre looking for a partner who wants to build something stable and fruitful together. No, that doesnt come along every day. As such, your vetting process is strict and thorough. Youll wait patiently as your potential S.O. reveals their every dimension-including their invariable shadow side. Hey, youre as much a realist as you are a romantic. While you know that theres no such thing as perfection, you arent looking to play psychologist to the tragically flawed. Youd rather be skiing the Black Diamond together, or creating a family of overachieving kids that you can brag about at family dinners. Once the object of your affections passes your tests, youre all in, shopping for housewares at Crate and Barrel, Pinning iconic engagement rings, scouting out hillside mansions for your wedding ceremony, and figuring out which grandparent youll name the first kid after.
11th house (Aquarius)
Throw away that rulebook! If you were born with Venus in iconoclastic Aquarius or the 11th house, your approach to relationships is unconventional, if not outright rebellious. Pleasing parents falls pretty low on your list of priorities; in fact, shock value can be an aphrodisiac! You may purposely scout out partners who are different, and enjoy leaving jaws on the ground with your no-limits brand of loving.
12th house (Pisces)
Move over, Rumi! If you were born with Venus in fantasy-fueled Pisces or the 12th house, you see the poetry in basically everything. Romance is your raisón detre, and youll take it with all the trappings: fresh-cut flowers, picnics in the park, candlelight dining and moonlit walks. Connecting over a shared love of art and music along with similar spiritual pursuits is also a must.
𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐬
Mars governs passion, sex drive, and fighting instincts. It can be used to hint at whether a person is combative, passive, manipulative, etc.
Mars takes over when you're threatened, when your survival instincts kick in. And not just in fight or flight mode. It also kicks in when the intimate moments turn your brain back to raw instincts. Mars can show how a person expresses their masculine energy-or how they don't! It can also reveal the type of guy you could be attracted to, if you're into men.
While this planet can be impulsive and leave a train wreck behind, its also a great motivator and can be relied on for a power boost.
Mars facts:
it changes Zodiac Signs every 6-8 weeks
it rules the signs Aries (primarily) and Scorpio (secondary)
it's day of the week is Tuesday
Mars governs:
combat style
motivation
lust, sex drive, virility
competitiveness
sacred masculine energy
Positions of Mars:
retrograde
Mars turns retrograde once every 2 years for 2.5 months. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Aries
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Libra
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Capricorn
Mars' most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Cancer
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Mars means in each house:
1st house (Aries)
If you were born with Mars in Aries or the 1st house, youre a deeply driven go-getter and a fierce trailblazer. Since instinctual Mars is the natural ruler of Aries (and the 1st house is home base), you tend to feel right at ease in your power and swagger. Astrologers say that Mars is domicile in the sign of Aries because this zodiac sign is its home base. In romance, others are attracted by your intensity, confidence and straightforward communication style-and you wont back down from a debate. Some people may see you as combative, but theyll be happy to have you as an ally or even an advocate. When you go to bat for people you generally hit a home run, which can make you an amazing agent or representative.
2nd house (Taurus)
With Mars in earthy Taurus or the 2nd house, you are industrious, practical and tenacious. Youll work tirelessly to obtain financial security-mostly because you like to be comfortable, but also because you love the finer things in life. Sensual by nature, lavish decor and gourmet dining are total turn-ons. Youll spare no expense when youve saved up enough to treat yourself! Fortunately, youve got the work ethic (and patience) to keep the coffers full. Having the restless red planet in the sign of the slow and steady Bull can be a bit of a paradox: you can wind up feeling agitated when you are rushed AND when youre delayed.
3rd house (Gemini)
If you were born with Mars in Gemini or the 3rd house, the way to your heart (and bed!) is through the mind. Since youre aroused by stimulating and intellectual conversation, brainy raconteurs will have you at hello. (Or a few witty exchanges thereafter.) With warrior Mars in this expressive sign, you may actually get aroused by a heated debate. The person who dares to challenge you can be the one who turns you on, and fiercely so, even if your values seem diametrically opposed! But to keep the fires burning for the long haul, there must also be plenty of common ground since you DO have Mars in the sign of the Twins. Ultimately, you need someone flexible who can keep up with your ever-shifting persona, as Gemini and 3rd house placements are social and cerebral.
4th house (Cancer)
Home is where the HEAT is for those born with Mars in private, domestic Cancer or the 4th house. Youre at your sultriest behind closed doors, especially in your own, well-appointed home. You rule in the kitchen, the bedroom and everywhere in between-whether youre whipping up a gourmet feast or whipping off layers of clothing, and then power cuddling after marathon lovemaking. No apologies for wanting to be held tightly-you literally NEED that. Its kind of like being in a sensual Crab shell. Plus, that feeling of safety can be a huge turn on for you, and it doesnt hurt that affectionate TLC releases the feel-good, bonding hormone oxytocin. Once you trust someone with your tender emotions, you cant get close enough! Nesting and building a family (if not with kids, with pets) is the goal. You may fall for a partner who woos you with home-cooked meals and nostalgic tales of their childhood and relatives.
5th house (Leo)
All the worlds a stage for those born with Mars in expressive Leo or the 5th house of fun. Flamboyant and magnanimous, you rarely hit the off button. And why should you when life is so full of beauty, drama, and entertaining adventures? Pleasure and playtime are what this hedonistic Mars placement lives for. A born performer, your effusive energy can steal any show-and you can always be counted on to pump up the passion and fun in a social situation. If youre not the thespian type, you may show your regal Mars mojo by taking the lead at work. This placement makes you presidential by nature and you often wind up in charge by default. Just make sure you share the stage-and the power!-from time to time, or people may see you as dominating. And check yourself when you get too thirsty for praise, too. Youre at your best when youre working for a noble purpose instead of the shiny gold star. (Not that you cant have both.)
6th house (Virgo)
Details, details, details! The so-called little things are actually EVERYTHING to those born with Mars in fastidious Virgo or the 6th house. Youre a keen and critical thinker on a permanent make better mission. Everything can and should be improved as far as youre concerned! But youre not trying to be fussy or difficult. Mars in Virgo makes you service-oriented by nature. Your advice is generally coming from a helpful place, and 6th house planets want to be of good use. Even if people resist hearing it at first, they inevitably admit that youre right. Just try not to hammer them with the I told you sos when they do, or hold them to unrealistic expectations!
7th house (Libra)
Talk about a paradox! Mars is the planet of combat, while Libra and the 7th house are all about harmony. Being born with the red planet in this placement can make you a peaceful warrior like (Libra Sun sign) Gandhi who changed the world through the art of passive resistance. But it can also be challenging to synthesize those two forces: Astrologers say that Mars is in detriment in Libra because this zodiac sign is actually opposite on the horoscope wheel from Aries, the sign that Mars rules. A natural diplomat, you have a gift for creating (and keeping!) the balance in relationships, and planets in the 7th are always concerned for others. You know how to set the tone for love and respect in a powerful way, leading by example or even drafting a mission statement or guidelines for any groups that youre a part of.
8th house (Scorpio)
Theres no such thing as too intense for those born with Mars in Scorpio or the 8th house. You love to dial up the passion to level: extreme. Thats what makes every situation memorable as far as youre concerned. Youd rather laugh until your stomach hurts than merely chuckle, or deep dive into a friends relationship drama to mine the golden wisdom than proffer a surface platitude. Since most mortals cant hang with your range, you may go through life feeling as if very few people understand you. Your soul squad-and romantic soulmate-will mirror your emotional complexity and embrace the full-spectrum feelings that you bring to the mix. And most of all, they wont be scared off when you have one of your meltdown moments, crying, obsessing and shaking your fist to the sky. Being THAT vulnerable is hard for you, but you need to feel safe going there with friends and romantic partners.
9th house (Sagittarius)
If you were born with Mars in Sagittarius or the 9th house, youre passionate about exploring the world. Youre also a wisdom seeker who loves learning about high-minded spiritual and philosophical ideologies from many cultures. Globetrotting Sagittarius rules travel, and youre happiest while on the road, whether youre meandering along a cobblestone street in Rome or trekking the Incan Trail! Youre outdoorsy by nature, too. With athletic Mars in this outside-the-box place, al fresco fitness is your jam. Think: hiking, mountain climbing, bike riding and even camping.
10th house (Capricorn)
Utterly unstoppable-thats you! Being born with driven Mars in ambitious Capricorn or the 10th house can be a double blessing of sorts, especially when it comes to your career. Success is in your cosmic DNA. When you set your sights on a worthy goal, you will work tirelessly to achieve it-tanks filled with rocket fuel. Mars is said to be exalted in this sign, its luckiest placement in the zodiac. Like a double-dose of high-achiever vibes, the cosmic energy of Mars boosts Capricorns inherent qualities: persistence, leadership, industriousness and wealth-accruing skills. Capricorn is symbolized by the mythical Sea Goat, and having Mars here gifts you with a special brand of magic.
11th house (Aquarius)
Hello, social justice warrior! With fierce Mars in the 11th house or Aquarius, the sign of the future-forward Water Bearer, youre passionate about progress and making the world a better place for ALL people. A bullhorn and picket sign (along with an archive of online petitions and soul-stirring memes) may be your preferred accessories. Oh, and probably a flower crown, sparkly angel wings and other rainbow-striped accoutrements. The weird is wonderful for those born with Mars in this multidimensional placement, and you enjoy shaking up the status quo with rebellious fashion choices and unpredictable moves.
12th house (Pisces)
Mars in compassionate Pisces or the 12th house blesses you with an innate gift of empathy. There are a lot of feels swimming around in your emotion ocean! You are naturally tuned in to other peoples needs and can be a bit of a psychic sponge. With anxious Mars in this emotional water sign, you find it hard to relax in the company of unsettled people, and 12th house placements are sensitively attuned. At times, however, your desire to relieve the suffering of others could become so intense that it feels like a burden-and you may take on their problems as your own. Learning to detach, set boundaries and to shield your field will be essential to your serenity. You can do this by clearing yourself regularly with talk therapy, energy healing (like Reiki), even salt baths. Be sure to create ample solitary time for meditative activities like journaling, gardening, swimming (a Pisces pleasure) and listening to soothing music. In love, you are the quintessential romantic, looking for a one-way ticket to Cloud 9.
𝐉𝐮𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫
Jupiter directs the laws that shape society. There are certain things that are collectively held as self-evident, and so are Jupiter's domain as governing principles.
This planet also rules over philosophy, religion, and wisdom tradition. Its influence inspires people to be curious and expand our minds.
Jupiter is the planet that shows our comfort level when taking a gamble with things. It can also act like a magnifying glass to expose all our flaws and weak spots; thankfully it embraces learning, self-development and awareness, so you can work on the flaws this planet reveals
Jupiter facts:
it changes Zodiac Signs every 12-13 months
it rules the signs Sagittarius (primarily) and Pisces (secondary)
it's day of the week is Thursday
Jupiter governs:
wisdom & higher truths
the laws
growth & expansion
higher education & teaching
risk taking
what we expose/reveal
Positions of Jupiter:
retrograde
Jupiter turns retrograde every year for 4 months. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Sagittarius & Pisces
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Gemini & Virgo
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Cancer
Jupiter's most powerful position;it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Capricorn
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Jupiter means in each house
1st house (Aries)
This trailblazing Jupiter placement makes you a true self-starter. Waiting for permission or consensus? No way! Youd rather take bold initiative as you carve out a unique path. For you, life is a game of Create Your Own Adventure. This thrill seeking Jupiter placement whets your appetite for things like adventure sports, extreme travel, and basically any activity that brings an adrenaline rush. Life is about constantly pushing past your edge, even if it leaves your loved ones both terrified and in awe. If youre not the athletic type, this trait may play out through a series of high-octane romances. You may have a fast-paced career that comes with an edge of danger or thrusts you into the spotlight.
2nd house (Taurus)
Sensual and sensible, you are a natural curator. While this Jupiter placement whets your appetite for the finer things, it tempers some of the red-spotted planets proclivities to overindulge. Your favourite activity may be treasure hunting for the best and most luxurious of everything. Whether you find it at a Parisian antique market or a Madison Avenue couture house (or on eBay) is up to you! Your possessions are part of your story or branding, and you may prefer to let them speak for you. Good taste is a quality you admire! You might even become a skilled maker yourself or a specialist in some rarefied field. While you may spend larger lump sums, you have a low risk appetite. That said, you may burn through cash while refining your personal style. But once you become clear about your desires, you are a savvy investor who can spot a killer deal!
3rd house (Gemini)
So many options, so little time! This mercurial Jupiter position bestows a raging case of FOMO and astrological short-attention span. A born seeker, youre endlessly curious about life. You may be an avid reader, devouring books about history, philosophy and world cultures. Intellectually, you are sharp as a tack. This is a fantastic placement for writers, documentarians, journalists and educators. Theres no question you arent brave enough to ask! True, the quest for answers may lead you down a never-ending rabbit hole, but process IS the journey for you. From conspiracy theories to trends in fashion and financial markets, tracking data is your specialty. Youre an ideal teammate for trivia night, but your communication style can give friends mental whiplash. Learn to pause and take a breath! Conversations are a two-way street, after all. Allow people to fully make their point before you start formulating questions. With practice, you can master the art of active listening.
4th house (Cancer)
Hosting the planet of global adventures in this domestic zone is quite a paradox. But its not an unlucky one! The red-spotted titan is exalted in Cancer and the 4th house, which makes this THE most fortuitous Jupiter placement to be born under! While youll trek many miles in this lifetime, your most profound journeys are the ones that foster emotional evolution. You are here to master the wisdom of the heart and to elevate your empathy. As you gain fluency in the universal language of feelings, you become a masterful ambassador who connects to people across culture, class or other perceived barriers. Since Jupiter rules publishing, you might pen a self-help book, or gain celebrity status dispensing wise advice on interpersonal relationships. If your kitchen table doubles as a workspace, we wouldnt be surprised! Youll do your best work in the sacred oasis of your home sweet home.
5th house (Leo)
Bigger, bolder, brighter! This spotlight-stealing Jupiter placement blesses you with larger-than-life presence. Like a born celebrity, you command every room you step into. After making your entrance, youll be busy sparking conversations, moving people from the bar to the dance floor and flirting with shameless abandon. And with your outré style, youd rather give people something to talk about than fade into the background. (Fashion police citations, be damned!) Exaggeration is certainly a tendency for you-and so is dramatizing. While you may think youre speaking your truth, you could stir up intense feelings in others, from rivalry to rage. Still, your colourful stories can draw quite the audience. Performing, broadcasting and stage acting may call your name.
6th house (Virgo)
Give the world service with a smile! With maximiser Jupiter in helpful, industrious Virgo (or the 6th house), your supportive nature knows no bounds. Whether youre in medicine, data, media or quite literally in the service industry, nothing pleases you more than a day of honest labour. Quality control and damage assessment are strong skills, as this analytical Jupiter placement gives you a sixth sense about what COULD go wrong. Inspecting, auditing, or insurance work might be a great place for you to make your fortune. Youre also a heck of a critic! Since Jupiter rules publishing, the writers among you could amass a fanbase that relies on your advice and opinions. Self-help writing is also strong since you are constantly on your own make better missions and have lots of field notes to share. You may use your platform to spotlight underrepresented voices, or since Jupiter rules universities, submit your findings to be published in journals.
7th house (Libra)
Two is more than a magic number for those born with Jupiter in Libra and the 7th house. Its your access to expansion in every way! This partnership-powered placement gives you a gift for harmonizing with attractive opposites who pick up where you leave off. With abundant Jupiter here, you may be half of many dynamic duos-in business, creative collaborations, even juggling multiple relationships with the planetary libertine spurring your mojo. While you love joining forces, youre not a fan of being possessed or restricted in any way. As such, you pair best with independent, open-minded people who are more interested in co-creating magic than putting rules and labels on your relationship.
8th house (Scorpio)
Magnetic doesnt begin to describe the bewitching powers of those born with Jupiter in Scorpio or the 8th house-the ruler of sex, shared finances, death, and transformation. With the red-spotted planets expansive powers working their magic in this seductive zone, youll have them before hello. That is, if you want to. This all or nothing placement can be as stormy as it is supremely spiritual. One minute youre launching a charm offensive, the next, its a full-on war. This charged placement gives you obsessive focus, amplifying matters to a life or death intensity, whether they need to be or not.
9th house (Sagittarius)
Double down! Lady luck is on your side-no matter how many times you test her limits with your daredevil antics. Somehow, you always manage to land on your well-trodden feet, and often on a generous friends couch to recover between journeys. As the ruler of worldly, fortuitous Sagittarius and the 9th house, Jupiter is right at home here in its domicile power position. Naturally nomadic, you may disappear for long stretches, leaving friends wondering of your whereabouts. Often these are purposeful journeys like consulting gigs, visiting residencies, or studies abroad. But sometimes, theyre purely for adventure: backpacking into the wild, living amongst an indigenous population in a tiny surf village. With this idealistic Jupiter sign, you might even join the military or Peace Corps for the bonus chance to travel the globe.
10th house (Capricorn)
Like a cosmic CEO, you were born with a great head for business. This achievement-oriented Jupiter placement makes you naturally competitive, whether youre racing after the No. 1 spot in your industry or simply working tirelessly to gain mastery in your field. No one has to raise the bar for you. Youll keep elevating it higher with the next challenging mission. It doesnt matter how many times friends tell you to take a weekend. You wont stop until you reach the top-and even then! But when is it enough for you? Thrill-seeking Jupiter is in fall in cautious Capricorn and the 10th house, considered its most difficult position on the zodiac wheel. If the jovial, risk-taking qualities of Jupiter arent muted in you, they may create a self-defeating, never say die! stubbornness. Sometimes you NEED to throw in the towel in order to get to the next stage of the game. Mistakes and failure are part of the roadmap to success. To overcome this block, cultivate humility while learning to set aside perfectionism and your tendency to worry about every move.
11th house (Aquarius)
Viva la revolution! With liberated Jupiter in this avant-garde position, you prize freedom above all else. From thought to speech to lifestyle and beyond, rules were meant to be brokenor at the very least, questioned from every angle. And not just for you! In communal Aquarius and the 11th house, collective action is the name of the game! With Jupiter in this position, youre here to change society, perhaps through equity work, boots-on-the-ground activism, or as a board member of a non-profit. Youll get down in the trenches with the people, making sure underrepresented voices are heard. In your personal life, you host an ever-expanding friendship circle that welcomes folks from all walks of life. Group travel, festivals, voluntourism and humanitarian missions: your nomadic spirit comes to life when youre around other folks. Just like the social butterfly, Aquarius, you can never have too many friends-but do make sure you dont get so caught up in the one love vibe that you forget to develop intimate relationships.
12th house (Pisces)
Jupiter is in its power position (domicile) as the secondary ruler of Pisces and the 12th house, along with ethereal Neptune. With double the mystical mojo, people gravitate to you when seeking non-obvious answers. A wise guide and compassionate counsellor, you draw from a deep well. This soulful Jupiter placement expands your empathy, which means supporting others comes naturally to you! But take heed: Hosting no-limits Jupiter in this empathetic sign makes you a psychic sponge who can easily get lost in other peoples problems. Until you learn to shield your field, you may struggle with co-dependency, attracting energy vampires and user-friendly relationships. Sometimes you zone out, not realizing when youre risking danger. A good wing(wo)man can be your saving grace.
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧
Saturn is the planet of meticulous planning for strengthening and developing different things, and areas of our lives. The planet is in the same Zodiac Sign for about 3 years, so when it comes back around to your sign, it feels especially good when it brings opportunities with it.
Saturn encourages perseverance, and will show where we need to keep pushing, and also governs our lifetime achievements and what we leave behind.
A person's career is also directed by Saturn, since this planet will show the interest we are most dedicated to.
Saturn's chart placement can reveal what holds you back and stalls progress, so understanding this planet can help with identifying and dealing with blocks
Saturn facts:
it changes Zodiac Signs every 2.5-3 years
it rules the signs Capricorn (and is the traditional ruler of Aquarius)
it's day of the week is Saturday
Saturn governs:
maturity
structure
discipline & work ethic
time
karma
government, banks, corporations
prestige, status, authority
Positions of Saturn:
retrograde
Saturn turns retrograde every year for 5 months. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Capricorn
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Cancer
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Libra
Saturn's most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Aries
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Saturn means in each house
1st house (Aries)
Theres an age-old saying that fools rush in, and its a lesson youre here to learn. Saturn is cautious, deliberate and slow. But Aries (and the 1st house) are impulsive and go, go, go! Talk about a paradox! You may constantly feel like you have one foot on the gas and the other on the brakes. Needless to say, this can lead to a sense of constant hesitation or self-doubt. Instinctually, you want to dive headfirst into a mission, kickstart a project, or ignite a new trend. But just when things start getting off the ground, Saturns self-sabotaging effects creep in. You may feel overwhelmed by the scope of the project, which leads you to question its legitimacy. Or you get frustrated by the drudgery of mundane tasks.
2nd house (Taurus)
Cautious Saturn feels right at home in stable Taurus or the 2nd house. The practical magic of this placement casts a disciplined spell, blessing you with an unbeatable work ethic. So much so, that you may need to set some boundaries with your time. Otherwise, you could burn the midnight oil until you literally burn out. So how to remain balanced and thriving? Ground yourself in a regular schedule and daily routines. Sleep for eight hours every night, fuel your body with clean food, and exercise at least three times a week. It sounds simple enough, right? Yet with the demands of modern life, you may have to work at doing less instead of pushing more. The only catch? You could swing to the opposite extreme and become too rigid about timelines and expectations. A little flexibility goes a long way with this stubborn Saturn placement.
3rd house (Gemini)
Theres a popular saying that when you compare, you despair. But in the sign of the Twins (or the 3rd house), Saturn can give you a raging case of sibling rivalry with all of your peers. Its hard for you to not size up people. Are they better than you? Are you better than them? Subconsciously, your mind is forever analysing life through this critical lens. This tendency is one of your biggest hurdles to overcome. Not only does it lead to chronic dissatisfaction, but it separates you from your fellow humans. And thats the opposite of what Saturn is here to teach you! One of your key karmic lessons is developing a sense of divine belonging. Translation? You feel worthy of being part of any social group and you grant others the same access, even if theyre different from you. What a relief! You dont have to be perfect before you can participate! Once you embrace the playful, witty side of Gemini (and the 3rd house), you can turn your socially awkward slip-ups into high-entertainment value comedy. Nothing makes you bulletproof against teasing and gossip quite like the ability to laugh at yourself.
4th house (Cancer)
Comfort, safety and security: Thats the ultimate trinity for those born with Saturn rooted in Cancer or the domestic 4th house. With your heightened nesting instincts, you need every space to feel like a home. If you werent born with the decorating gene, you can (and should) develop it. Studious Saturn can help you master all the hacks for making a basic room feel like a cosy, inviting den. Childhood memories are particularly potent for those born with Saturn in this nostalgic placement. If you had a happy youth, its natural to glorify it. But you may struggle to individuate from parents or carve out your own path as an adult. Leaving the nest can be challenging and you may become overly attached to relatives. With duty-bound Saturn here, you might even feel responsible for their feelings to the point of co-dependence.
5th house (Leo)
Glamour, fame and fairy-tale romance? Sure, youre into all that. But with restrained Saturn rolling up the red carpet in Leo or the 5th house, your pursuit of pleasure comes with a fair amount of hesitation. Although you hate to be ignored, too much attention makes you uncomfortable. Your own struggles with authority can be legendary. When you feel dominated, you swing between childlike rebellion and being the impassioned voice for the people. Following other peoples rules can be damn-near impossible-and if the person in charge doesnt get you, look out!
6th house (Virgo)
Order in the court! Being born with structure-hound Saturn in efficiency-obsessed Virgo (or the 6th house) is kind of a dream. Youre here to figure out systems. What makes a project or relationship run like a well-oiled machine? Questions like this are your obsession. You may be a tinkerer, DIY-er, or a full-on maker who knows how to unlock the natural essence of whatever materials youre working with. From soldering metals in an art studio to unlocking flavor combinations in the kitchen, you take time to drill down to the details. Saturn is the ruler of time, and you have an interesting relationship with the clock. While Virgo (and the 6th house) are naturally vigilant about punctuality and scheduling, youre not always on time for every appointment. The reason may stem from this: You are wired to be of service to others. This dutiful, helpful instinct makes it hard to break away from people when theyre in a jam. As such, you may wind up putting your own needs last, skipping the gym or showing up late for parties because you were helping a neighbour hang floating shelves or dropping off your nephews at their soccer game.
7th house (Libra)
How much to give and how much to take? Balancing relationships is a unique challenge for those born with Saturn in equity-minded Libra or the 7th house. Your innate generosity is matched by a keen sense of justice. From fair pay to fair play, you need to review every detail and make sure that everything is on the level. With hypervigilant Saturn in this position, even the slightest inequality can set off alarm bells. But then what? Your reactions to perceived slights can disturb the very peace you work so hard to keep. You may be quick to anger and go off-even if your brand of fuming falls more into the righteous indignation category than lets take this outside, shall we? Or you may have the hardest time setting boundaries as youre swept into compassionate crusades for everyone with a sad story. The struggle is real, but what about your well being? For sanitys sake, youd be wise to throw your energy into one or two causes (at any given time), focusing monetary or time-based contributions there. Otherwise, you risk draining your energy-and quite possibly your bank account-trying to save the world.
8th house (Scorpio)
Youre constantly wondering: Whos on top? (And yes, we do mean it that way.) From the boardroom to the bedroom, you view life through a lens of hierarchy. And whether this game of thrones plays out in your external world or lives rent free in your head, it can dominate your existence. Unchecked, it creates extreme friction in relationships. Learning to manage this will be a process, like all things Saturn-related. Buckle up, buttercup, and get ready to take a fascinating ride through your psyche. Scorpio is said to evolve through three incarnations: The stinging, threatened scorpion rises into the charming, manipulative serpent, which soars into the visionary, loyal eagle. Youve undoubtedly experienced every one of these phases, perhaps all within a single day! Thats why its ultra-important for you to understand your triggers. Do you know what provokes your vengeful nature? What sends you spiralling into the addictive tendencies of Scorpio and the 8th house? To manage your life, it can help to reduce contact with environments, people and situations that set you off. During this lifetime, you may battle compulsive behaviours from spending to sexing to every form of escape. All are a means of soothing fears, but they can take you down in a destructive spiral.
9th house (Sagittarius)
With Saturn in global Sagittarius and the 9th house, the world is your oyster. But theres a catch. Youll have to shuck a lot of molluscs before you find your pearl. Traveling is the ultimate teachable experience for you, bringing lessons straight from Saturns school of hard knocks. With the karmic planet here, it could take an exhaustive search to find a place that truly feels like home. Or you may be slow to acclimate to new GPS coordinates, giving up on a place before youve had a chance to forge deeper bonds. With karmic Saturn in Sagittarius (or the 9th house), you grow when you navigate environments where you are the other. If early life circumstances dont place you there, as an adult you may gravitate toward groups where you are the outsider. Sounds challenging, but theres an upside to this. Few things build character quite like hitting the boundaries of belongingor not belonging, should we say. All your assumptions, reactions, and routines stand in stark contrast to other peoples normal. With rigid Saturn here, youll watch yourself resist and rebel. Then, youll study the status quo and try to fit in. Eventually, youll develop masterful gifts as a social ambassador who can harmonize with a huge range of people without losing yourself in the process. Talk about striking a powerful chord!
10th house (Capricorn)
Lucky you! High-achieving Saturn is right at home in its native sign of Capricorn or the 10th house. If you werent born with an elevated sense of ambition, youre sure to develop one by the time the planet makes its first return (full orbit through the zodiac) in your late 20s. The trick? Find something you love doing so much that you lose track of time. True, Saturn, AKA Cronos, is the cosmic clock-watcher, however you have special permission to play the long game. Take your time, polish your skills, learn how to do it the right way. Rising through the ranks is your destiny, and many with this Saturn placement become captains of industry, like Grammy-crushing chanteuse Adele and gender-revolutionary RuPaul. Saturn, Capricorn and the 10th house are all associated with prestige and authority. These clout-chasing placements can give you quite the competitive streak. Youre attracted to prestige, status and winners, but not the kind that people are born into. People who have earned their place in the VIP room are the ones you respect! And youve undoubtedly hustled to get there yourself. The catch-22? In your zeal to prove yourself, you can easily become a workaholic, burning yourself out and alienating family, who are lifeblood to people born with this traditional Saturn placement.
11th house (Aquarius)
All for one and one for all? With serious Saturn in collaborative Aquarius or the 11th house, youre the ultimate team playerwith an asterisk. Youll be a joinerif you feel a deep sense of synergy. Theres not much youll do in life, just for the heck of it. No, youre far too evolved of a soul for that. Life is a brief and wonderful opportunity to help humanity gain greater consciousness-and youre here to be part of that. If you werent born with the humanitarian gene, it was probably developed early in life. Perhaps it was triggered by a traumatic childhood experience or simply because you witness bullying, body-shaming, poverty, racism or any inequity. With Saturn in this democratic placement, you rail against rigid authority or privilege. You believe that everyone should have a voice-and equal say!
12th house (Pisces)
With karmic Saturn in esoteric, enlightening Pisces (or the 12th house), youre a mystical force and a born healer. Have you realized it yet? This potential may ignite in childhood, like it did for the 14th Dalai Lama, who has Saturn in Pisces and was recognized as the Bodhisattva before his fifth birthday! But even if your enlightened traits emerge in adulthood, eventually Saturn awakens a strong sense of purpose within you. Sacrifice is a theme that weaves throughout your life, which is noble when put to a world-changing purpose. But you can just as easily get swept into supporting a random neighbour (or stranger!) and lose track of your own agenda. Staying committed to yourself is a lifelong skill to hone. Solitude is essential for your spiritual development, making it important that you create a sanctuary all your own. Deep fears of abandonment could arise before you discover the joy of your own, rich company. Pisces and the 12th house are associated with dreams and yours may be loaded with important messages.
𝐔𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐬
The internet, space, and expression without restriction is this planet's domain. Its effects match its chilly environment, favouring rational thought over emotion, even though it rules over a few different metaphysical subjects such as Astrology, Yoga, and Kundalini Energy.
This planet's chart placement shows where our eccentricity and ground-breaking thoughts are. It shows where we'll put the breaks on and insist on doing things or own unique way.
Uranus is associated with activism and humanitarian work, and so can give clues about your social impact and what will spark your fighting spirit
Uranus facts:
it changes Zodiac Signs every 7 years
it rules the sign Aquarius
its day of the week is Monday
Uranus governs:
science and invention
the future
liberation, rebellion
eccentricity
electricity
life force energy
Positions of Uranus:
retrograde
Uranus turns retrograde every year for 5 months. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Aquarius
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Leo
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Scorpio
Uranus' most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Taurus
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Uranus means in each house
1st house (Aries)
Rules? What are those? Youre a born rebel who is here to disrupt the status quo. Originality is your calling card and it shows, from the clothes you wear to your unconventional leadership style. In many ways, youre an eternal teenager, searching for the next hit of excitement and a deliciously sneaky thrill. No matter your age, you never totally outgrow the impulse to rail against authority or question societal norms. With your game-changing perspective, you could spearhead a movement at any age, or start a business that shifts an entire industry in the most deliciously disruptive way. Its anyones guess what will come out of your mouth, and you dont mind courting controversy if it supports your ideals.
2nd house (Taurus)
Bring on the practical magic! Nothing is wasted or frivolous for those born with this resourceful Uranus placement. You utilize material assets in an innovative way, making sure there is enough for everyone in the group-and that everyone is contributing their fair share. With tech-savvy Uranus in this money-minded placement, you could earn your living working in a digital industry; or you could keep it analogue, getting in the trenches at a non-profit or humanitarian aid organization.
3rd house (Gemini)
The keyboard is mightier than the sword for those born with techie Uranus in this communicative placement. Use your words to provoke new thoughts or shift the cultural dialogue. Its anyones guess what youll post, publish or tweet next! Whether youre recording a podcast, writing a book or slaying with memes, humour and intellect are your not-so-secret weapons. Nothing turns you on quite like a rich conversation, and you never shy away from a good debate. While no subject is off-limits for you, you approach conversations with a cool detachment. This objectivity can come in handy, but dont forget to let your feelings have a say.
4th house (Cancer)
Stability? Whats that? With spontaneous Uranus buzzing in domestic Cancer-or anchored at the bottom of your chart (the 4th house of roots)-home can be a moving target. Just when everything settles into a predictable groove, bam! Youve got your bags packed and your flight booked, jonesing for a new adventure. With the planet of disruption in this position, your childhood may have been marked by periods of chaos, perhaps from traveling parents or frequent relocation. Even if you had a traditional upbringing, the cookie cutter existence may have felt stifling to you. Its possible you rebelled against conformity by getting in with a troubled crowd or keeping your life in constant flux.
5th house (Leo)
Hello, your royal fierceness! Passion is the ruling force that runs like an electric current through your life. You love to thrill and be thrilled, entertain and be entertained-and your wild streak can be legendary. With your unbridled creativity and disruptive fashion sensibilities, you could become an icon, thriving in the limelight as an uncompromising artiste or the face of a movement. Learning how to use all this potency effectively can take a minute. Uranus is in detriment here, since Leo is the opposite sign to its home base of Aquarius.
6th house (Virgo)
Can you change the system from within? This Uranus placement says, yes! Both Virgo and the 6th house are connected with structure, order and workflow. Learning the rules is the first step in transforming them. You feel liberated when youre operating within clear and empowering parameters. This urge could find you living as part of an intentional community or revolutionizing the structure of an organization so that everyone is equally served. Youll thrive in any environment where technology is utilized for both efficiency and to give the group a leading edge. Since Uranus rules the higher mind, you worry incessantly when anything feels out of order. Youre the canary in the coal mine chirping warnings of what portends. While youre rarely wrong, your panicked approach can be counterproductive, especially if you resort to fear mongering. Careful with that!
7th house (Libra)
Relationships: Cant live with em, cant live without em! At heart, youre a romantic idealist on a quest to find your twin flamewell, as long as you dont lose your individuality in the process! Attracting someone who complements you (not completes you) is the goal. While youre rarely alone, you may be single for long stretches, entertaining a rotating cast of lovers. This may show up in your career as well. You love to create as half of a dynamic duo, but rarely will you take on a long-term partner. The magic has REALLY got to be there for you to sign on the dotted line, and that looks like a joint venture that lets your individual talents shine.
8th house (Scorpio)
Hello, transformer! Metamorphic Uranus is exalted in Scorpio, the planets most powerful position on the zodiac wheel. The combination of the free-spirited, unabashedly eccentric planet and the zodiacs most secretive and controlling sign is a strange brew! Yet it allows you to shock and awe people simultaneously-while also seducing them with your rapturous charms! When you tap into this sexy rebel energy, you could spearhead a movement. When you allow envy, rage, vengeance or other deadly sins to get the best of you, your powers can be destructive, poisoning the community well. Learning to wield your influence responsibly is a core lesson in your personal evolution.
9th house (Sagittarius)
Think outside the box? Wait, what box? Youre a broad-minded philosopher who questions everything. This would probably frustrate most people if you didnt have such a killer sense of humour. Youre as cheeky as you are scholarly, and people adore your unscripted ways. When you feel passionate about a subject, youre a principled idealist who must speak your truth at any cost. At times, this can get you in hot wateror locked into an exhausting Twitter war. You have better things to do than fight with trolls.
10th house (Capricorn)
Renegade or mogul: How about both? With radical, communal Uranus in this success-driven placement, you could rise to the top ranks through unconventional means, blazing a fascinating trail as you go. Since the 10th house rules traditional corporate structures, you may be the industry disruptor, shaking up an archaic institution with your innovative methodologies. Stay on guard! Cautious, conservative types will try to shut you down. Dont leak energy battling these authorities. (Even if its hard to resist!) Stay focused on your larger mission, gathering support for your work, both online and in real time. It wont be long before you win the popular vote and your naysayers will have to acquiesce.
11th house (Aquarius)
Belly up to the genius bar and make it a double shot! Uranus is in its element in its home sign of Aquarius-and the 11th house is this planets natural domain. Refreshingly original, youre a born innovator who loves to collaborate, think-tank style. Where other people see boxes and straight lines, you see fractals and sacred geometry. Its not that youre trying to be different, you just are. And that is totally your charm! This placement makes you naturally popular, whether youre a geeky gamer, performance artist or rebel with a cause. The best part is, you have zero need to conform; in fact, its your individuality that makes you a hit.
12th house (Pisces)
Youre a high-minded healer who is guided by both logic and compassion. Thats quite the range youve got there! (And quite the gift.) Youd make an excellent therapist since you can be empathetic while maintaining a healthy sense of detachment. No matter your professional field, youll find yourself tuned in to the emotional current of the room, reading vibes and energy with amazing alacrity. With your high EQ, you may create systems that help other people understand their own inner workings. Since Uranus governs TV and the Internet, you might fall into an unanticipated role as a motivational coach on social media. You never know!
𝐍𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞
Neptune governs invisible aspects of a person's personality; specifically the subconscious mind of dreams, fantasies, and even delusions. Spiritual realms are also in this planet's domain. Neptune is known for causing drama and confusion- having a disorienting effect. But it makes up with it in compassion, with most people strongly placed for this planet making great therapists, shamans, and healers.
In your chart, this planet will reveal where your imagination rules. You're more likely to be a bit more unstructured, spiritual, and free-flowing, but can also show inexplicable fear. But because its associated with therapy and healing, the house it falls in can give hints about your inner work, and the ways you'll give back to the world
Neptune facts:
it changes Zodiac Signs every 13-15 years
it rules the sign Pisces
Neptune governs:
the psyche and subconscious
spirituality, esoteric realms
institutions, hospitals
fantasy and illusion
boundaries
imagination
mind altering substances
addictions
Positions of Neptune:
retrograde
Neptune turns retrograde every year for 5 months. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Pisces
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Virgo
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Cancer or Leo
Neptune's most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Capricorn or Aquarius
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Neptune means in each house
1st house (Aries)
Hello shape shifter. With Neptune in Aries or your 1st house of identity, youre enchanting and enigmatic. You may change your look frequently, enjoying the art of being a chameleon. This theatrical Neptune placement can make every day feel like a costume party-and you probably have the wigs and sequined get-ups to prove it. Performance art may be your passion, either as a hobby or career. At times, you may choose to keep a low profile, playing the role of the selfless supporter. You can be powerfully attentive with people-and your presence alone can be healing since you have a gift for reflecting people back to themselves.
2nd house (Taurus)
When flowy, dreamy Neptune lands in the practical, structured sign of Taurus or the 2nd house, things get weird. This cosmic conflict of interest can make it hard to anchor in any sort of daily schedule. The key lies in turning your routines into rituals. Sure, you may have to wake up an hour (or three) earlier so you can meditate, journal, pull angel cards and sip loose leaf tea before heading in to work. But at least youll be in the zone! With the glamorous planet in this beauty-loving position, grooming and primping might also require extra time. (And woe betide anyone who tries to hurry you out of the shower or tub!) Many people with this Neptune placement do best working as freelancers, so you can flow through your days without the stress of coworkers breathing down your neck.
3rd house (Gemini)
Youre a compassionate communicator who exudes genuine charm. People love talking to you! Gemini and the 3rd house are associated with reading, writing and our mental processes. Neuroscience and human psychology fascinate you, which could lead you to a healing profession that involves talk therapy, interactive coaching, or leading mindset-shifting workshops that teach people to change their lives simply by shifting the way they think about their circumstances. Participating in these modalities is also essential to your inner growth.
4th house (Cancer)
Bless this nest! With dreamy Neptune in this domestic position, you can turn any space into a sacred oasis. And youll do it with the flair of a Broadway set designer: lights, backdrops, music, visuals! (And feng shui!) Living near water soothes you: #islandlife. For some, however, foggy Neptune in Cancer of the 4th house, makes you unaware of how cluttered your environment is-especially since every object is sentimental to you! Working with a professional organizer can be life changing.
5th house (Leo)
Lights, camera, glamor! With fantasy-weaver Neptune in this theatrical position, the spotlight loves you. Neptunes last tour through Leo from 1914 to 1929 brought us the Golden Age of Hollywood and the first movie stars. Although the icy blue planet wont orbit back to Leo until 2078, Neptune positioned in the 5th house can have a similar effect. You are a master of illusion who can captivate through performance, fashion and even a radically shifting look, like RuPaul who has Neptune in the 5th house.
6th house (Virgo)
With soothsayer Neptune in this helpful position, the spirit of humble service is in your DNA. Youll drop everything to help a friend or rescue an animal and have a gift for working with underserved communities. Volunteering may evolve into a full-time job in the non-profit sector, or you may be drawn to social work, coaching or physical therapy. Neptunes woo could guide you to holistic modalities. You could work with plant medicine, Chinese herbs-or heal the Earth through environmental work.
7th house (Libra)
With fantasy agent Neptune in this partnership port, youre hopelessly devoted to love. No matter how many times your heart breaks or your expectations get crushed, you wont stop believing that your soulmate (or twin flame!) is out there, waiting to be discovered. Relationships ARE the path to healing for you. At the same time, romance addiction can throw you off your game. Be careful who you wish for!
8th house (Scorpio)
Optimist or pessimist? With deep-diving Neptune in this introspective position, you may swing between extremes. At times, you are guided by spirit, an alchemist who shatters illusions as you strive to find the highest potential in any situation. In other moments, you can plunge into deep despair, carrying the pain for all your loved ones and losing sight of any possibility or hope. Balancing these extremes (and the accompanying dark moods) is part of your healing journey.
9th house (Sagittarius)
Have Airstream, will travel! With nomadic Neptune in this sojourning sign (or house), you may struggle to stay in one place for too long. Traveling frees your soul and unleashes your imagination. Whether youre backpacking through Asia, spending a year as a surf instructor, or just going on a long drive, getting away from it all is how you clear your head.
10th house (Capricorn)
Soulful, creative Neptune isnt naturally at home in this driven, ambitious placement. But once you learn to combine these dissonant forces, you can strike quite the powerful chord! Much of Neptunes influence may be channelled toward your career. You may feel called to do something meaningful that heals the world in a large-scale or public way. Changing the system from within is not an impossible dream for you. Many people born with Neptune in Capricorn are radically altering corporate culture as we speak, creating office environments that are purposeful, nimble and humane.
11th house (Aquarius)
Welcome to virtual reality! With Neptune in this sci-fi sign and house, you are wired for life in the digital age. No surprise, the Neptune in Aquarius crowd (born between January 28, 1998 and February 3, 2011) is the first generation that never lived without the Internet, video games, or mobile phones. This transportive technology allows one to escape into imagination with an electronic device and high-speed Internet connection, which are ruled by Aquarius and the 11th house. Creating online content, developing apps, filming YouTube videos: These are all forms of creative expression and escape for you. Many born with this Neptune placement are gifted coders, who can use tech for art and spirit.
12th house (Pisces)
Is this real life or is this just fantasy? Or maybe its all just a bohemian rhapsody for those born with numinous Neptune in its native sign of Pisces or its home base of the 12th house. This fluid formation gives you an otherworldly, old soul quality that emanated from you since childhood. You were definitely wise from a young age, and your parents and teachers may have commented on that.
𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐨
You can look to Pluto for help when life is starting to feel like hell. It wont do the heavy lifting for you, but it can show you how to transform your vices, addictions, and undoings onto gold.,
Something must be released for something new to take its place, but in reality this planet knows its simply transformation.
In your chart, this planet's placement will show you the thing you have to keep sacrificing in order to do the most growth. It also shows you where you can keep on going, your regenerative abilities.
Pluto will show where you will be charming, magnetic and possibly manipulative; you have to be careful not to be your own kryptonite by getting caught in this planet's power.
Boundaries should be used to help keep relationships and avoid self destructing.
Pluto facts:
it changes Zodiac Signs every 12-20 years
it rules the sign Scorpio
Pluto governs:
power (and power struggles)
sex
death and the afterlife
transformation, reinvention, regeneration
wealth
unconsciousness
Positions of Pluto:
retrograde
Pluto turns retrograde every year for 5 months. You may have to work harder through its lessons, but the additional effort may pay off when you nail working with this planet's energy
domicile: Scorpio
the planet's home base, gives an easy flow when placed here in the chart
detriment: Taurus
the opposite sign of the home base, may need to work harder to integrate the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
exalted: Aries or Pisces
Pluto's most powerful position; it indicates ease and added fortune while using the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
fall: Libra or Virgo
the opposite sign to the exalted position, can indicate struggles with utilizing the planet's energy if placed here in the chart
What Pluto means in each house
1st house (Aries)
Mysterious and magnetic, Plutos position in your 1st house of identity gives you a lot of power to play with. Its up to you to choose what image you want to project to the world: Will you disappear or captivate the crowds?When you feel like going undercover, youre as slick as an international spy, literally disappearing into the background while you observe the scene and gather clues. But youre equally adept at commanding the room, drawing all eyes your way with your potent presence. Intuitively, you know what to hide and what to reveal, leaving people wondering and wanting more.
2nd house (Taurus)
Make it rain! With wealth-agent Pluto in this financially savvy position, youre a money magnet. You intuitively understand how to turn any situation into a profitable opportunity. Since Pluto rules the invisible realm, you may have a knack for making something out of nothing. What you create on a shoestring budget or with limited resources is mind-blowing! Gut instincts may lead you to monetizable opportunities long before others have a clue. Acting quickly on your hunches could make you an industry trailblazer and the first to market.
3rd house (Gemini)
Hello, you silver-tongued devil, you. With seductive Pluto in this communicative sign or house, you woo with your words. Few can say no to your killer charms! This Pluto placement makes you a masterful flirt, and you may have a roving eye to match. Settling down can be challenging, since youre always hunting for the next best thing. Once you decide to commit, however, you can be a loyal friend and mate. The key is to connect to people and opportunities that bring lots of variety, growth and stimulation. Stagnation is death to you! To sustain a long-term relationship, you may need an outside hobby that involves collecting or treasure hunting to keep that curious part of your mind occupied.
4th house (Cancer)
Privacy, please! With undercover Pluto in this placement, you may prefer to fly under the radar. If youre not a full-on introvert, you are certainly introspective, requiring periods of alone time to clear your head and engage in deep reflection. Your sense of security can be delicate with Pluto here-and you have heightened emotional sensitivity. Since this is the planet that rules the unconscious, childhood traumas and wounds could stick in your psyche, creating a false sense of danger in the world. Working with a therapist to re-parent yourself can help you to feel safe. Over time, you can distinguish when youre projecting your own shadow emotions onto other people (like anger, sadness, or fear) instead of courageously owning up to what you actually feel.
5th house (Leo)
When power-player Pluto nestles into regal Leo or the 5th house, you exude eminence. People look to you as a fearless leader, even if youve never steered the ship in your life. Your confidence and style make you magnetic. Whether its just optics or well-honed capabilities, you have a celebrity quality. When you DO take charge-or wind up in the limelight-watch your ego. Pluto in this royal court can make you thirsty for dominance or a little too controlling for your own good.
6th house (Virgo)
Is perfection possible? Youll certainly try your hardest to find out! With the obsessive planet in this detail-driven position, nothing escapes your exacting eye. At best, this can make you a true master who will work tirelessly to hone your craft. At worse, you may be perpetually dissatisfied, never feeling like you can do, have or be enough. Unconscious forces are definitely at play, perhaps the result of a critical parent who pushed you to be your best or another factor from your childhood that led you to cover up a sense of shame. Your spiritual evolution may involve learning the art of surrender. Sometimes, you simply need to let go and accept that done is better than perfect.
7th house (Libra)
How deep is your love? Hang on a sec while we go grab our scuba gear. With plumb-the-depths Pluto in this partnership-powered position, it probably ranges somewhere between wholeheartedly devoted and totally obsessed. Relationships are your raison detre. Once youve deemed someone worthy of pursuit, you will give them all of your focus! Whether for business, pleasure or a creative collaboration, you thrive as half of a power couple. Even if one of you plays a background role while the other takes centre stage, having your other half involved gives you an abiding sense of security.
8th house (Scorpio)
Pluto is right at home in its native sign of Scorpio and the underground vault that is the 8th house! Youve probably been labelled intense, sexy or mysterious more times than you can countand you cant deny that the clear-heeled shoe fits. This deep-diving placement makes it hard for you to do anything by half-measure. Relationships, while all-encompassing, can be feast or famine for you. At times you can barely fend off the crush of wannabe suitors. You have good reason to be proud of your powers of seduction! Then, you may go months with nary an interesting prospect on your radar. These dry spells are often the times when you do your most important creative work and spiritual development since the lure of erotic distraction isnt pulling you outside of yourself.
9th house (Sagittarius)
What happens when secretive Pluto takes root in the zodiac sign (or house) known for being an open book? Sometimes it gives you powerful range, at other moments, youll feel deeply conflicted. How much to share and how much to hide? That is the questionand youll ponder it like Plato and Aristotle, thanks to this philosophical placement. Fate has appointed you one of lifes great seekers. Paradoxically, the search for higher truths can plunge you deep into the shadows. You traffic in polarities, knowing that there can be no darkness without light, no love without heartbreak, no joy without despair. As such, you have an innate distrust for anything that seems too easy or superficial. Youd rather learn things experientially (and the hard way!), traveling the world and exploring a subject from every possible angle.
10th house (Capricorn)
In this achievement-obsessed position, Pluto makes you a natural boss and goal-getter. When you set your eye on a benchmark, youll hustle tirelessly to accomplish it, even if that means disappearing from life for a while to burn the midnight oil and get the job done. When you emerge, the results are spellbinding. People regularly remark at your amazing ability to pull things off. If you are drawn to a traditional industry, youll rise to an executive position, climbing the ladder tenaciously until you reach the top. But youre equally strategic, understanding that its all about who you know. Charming the power players will quickly earn you an invite into their elite circles-and a shortcut to the C Suite. And theres no denying that you love being there!
11th house (Aquarius)
Private, esoteric Pluto isnt exactly at ease in this communal, logical placement. But once you learn to balance the disparate energies, youre a force of nature. Like a sexy spy and a sci-fi creature rolled into one, you can make yourself completely inconspicuous OR stop people dead in their tracks with your unicorn style. Powerfully expressed, this Pluto placement makes you a fearless disruptor and an agent of change!
12th house (Pisces)
No crystal ball required! With psychic Pluto in this esoteric position, youre naturally tuned in to the enigmas of our vast universe. From algorithms to mysticisms, understanding complex codes is one of your gifts. You were born with a high-speed connection to the invisible realm, and this can unfold in fascinating ways. If youre in tune with Plutos psychic powers, you could be a powerful channeler, medium or animal communicator. You may also be drawn to other forms of fantasy generation, working with film, VR and AI, music production, dance and or anything that comes to life through a coding language.
Wooooooow, this is such a long post! I applaud you if you read the whole thing, and apologise if certain parts are repetitive :')
I also ended up copy-pasting more than I intended, but it just made a lot of sense the way it was already written... I don't mind reblogging with the source tho!
When you use the rule of 3 you are able to receive confirmation on beauty, relationships, career choices and much more.
In this article, author Donna Cunningham describes it best:
“An old rule says that for an astrological interpretation to be true, you must be able to see it expressed three ways in the chart. If you see it once, it is only a possibility; if you see it twice, it becomes more likely; but if you can see the same theme a third time, that interpretation then becomes a probability.”🧞♀️
✨When you use the rule of 3, you ask your question and then look for three (if there’s more then even better) aspects and placements that reinforce or confirm your question or statement. This can work in a variety of aspects in your life. If there is something you wish to alter or improve in your life you can also use the rule of 3. The great thing is that you can break it down into a lot of details and incorporate ways to redirect the energy like I show in scenario one. Or you can just use the rule of 3 as pick me ups or reminders like scenario three.✨
*I will be using real examples of questions family & friends have asked based on the rule of 3 using their chart, with their consent of course and without any names. Please do not plagiarize my writing. And DISCLAIMER: What I write is just one of the dozens and dozens of way energy can manifest. My interpretations are specific to the charts of the people who asked me these questions and their lives. *
SCENARIO ONE: RELATIONSHIP ADVICE
Let's say you're always getting into relationships with individuals who are manipulative or hurtful to you. You want to know why you keep getting into these painful cycles with people who are supposed to love you. Using the rule of three, you can see how the energy in your chart might increase the possibility of this occurring in different ways. You may now redirect that energy now that you're aware of it. You start by asking, “Why do I keep ending up in these unsatisfying relationships?” When you examined your chart, you discovered that:
You have Saturn in Taurus in the 7th house square your Leo Venus in the 10th house. When you break it down, you realize that: You find yourself in relationships (7h) with people who can seem to hold you hostage emotionally and mentally (saturn) and who don’t allow you (square) to shine (Leo) in the eyes of the public (10h). You could keep attracting people (Venus) who try to force you to make yourself smaller (saturn) and claim that it’s in an effort to protect you or provide you with a form of luxury or care (Taurus). HOWEVER, when that energy is redirected you can focus on making sure you find partners who are mature and responsible (Saturn) and deeply value the relationship (7h). Who are protective (Taurus) of you without being overbearing and who push (square) you to shine (Leo) in your career (10h) and embrace your beauty (Venus).
You have Pisces in the 5th house. When you looked at this house of lovers and pleasure and broke it down you realized that: wherever Pisces is in your chart can show where you can be deceived (the shadow side of Pisces energy which I’ve stated here). So you realize that past partners have tried to manipulate you (Pisces) in relationships (5h) or could have even pretended (Pisces) in regards to their hobbies and interests (5h) just to get your attention. HOWEVER, when that energy is redirected in a more positive way now you know that when it comes to your dating life, s*x and partners (5h) then you must be extra considerate of setting boundaries in order to know where you start and the other person ends (pisces). And that way you both can still the enjoy the dreamy, creative, and caring (pisces) energy when you're having fun (5h).
You have Libra Mars in the 12th house at an Aries degree (25°). When you broke this placement down in further detail you realized that in your relationships (libra) your partners can aim a lot of their anger at you (mars) in unconscious (12h) or passive aggressive ways (libra) that make it much harder to decipher what is going on and makes it easier to gaslight you. The 25th degree, adds even more fire and unpredictable energy (Aries) to the issue. In predictive astrology, problems can result from this degree according to the affairs it rules and/or house it is in. HOWEVER, when you redirect the energy you can begin to be more firm when it comes to the way you and your partner (libra) process anger or frustration (mars) in the relationship. And set boundaries from the beginning about concerns, fears, and mental health (12h).
To be clear, none of this implies that somebody is "doomed to be" in a toxic relationship. Or that it's somehow your obligation to alter or protect yourself from harm. It's only to demonstrate that energy may emerge in a variety of ways and we can have culminations of it. But there is power in knowing that we always have the option to switch gears and only demand the best for ourselves. And through using the rule of 3, this individual was able to figure out where they needed to focus that extra energy to end toxic cycles in their relationships.
SCENARIO TWO: CAREER ADVICE
Let’s say you’re the first in the family interested in starting your own business one day selling your art. You’re feeling insecure or worried that it might not happen or you don’t know if you’re going to able to do it. Using the rule of three you find multiple placements and aspects that seem to boost the probability of being a successful business owner one day, giving you the reassurance and confidence you need to continue with your plans. You start by asking, “Will I ever be a business owner?” You find that:
You have Jupiter in Taurus at 4° (cancer degree) in the 5th house square your Capricorn Neptune in the 2nd house. When you broke it down: 6th house (work) in taurus (finance, work that engages the senses) at 16 degrees (cancer degree, rules the home) which means possible work from home. There is going to be effort required on your behalf (the square) but using your creativity, imagination and the arts (neptune) you will be able to reap rewards (2h), especially when there is continuos effort and consistency (Capricorn).
You find that you have a Virgo mercury-sun conjunction in the tenth house. When you further break it down with all aspects in total: Mercury (communication) in Virgo (work) in the 10h career @ 23 degrees aka an aquarius degree, unconventional, innovative, original energy (this degree means inventors, inventions, modern, rebel). And then on top of that, It’s conjunct your sun (the way you shine) which without a doubt will bring you recognition (10h).
You find that your Leo Venus is square your Taurus Saturn. Although square aspects are challenging, they provide several possibilities to improve your short comings. Because of the continual trials and lessons about self-worth and love, you can achieve the long-term happiness you desire as you get older. So you conclude that the more you’re willing to make yourself get out your comfort zone (square) and nurture your self expression and creativity (Leo) the easier it is to master your talents (Venus) as you get older (Saturn) and bring in wealth (Taurus).
SCENARIO THREE: YOU NEED A CONFIDENCE BOOST
You can use the rule of 3 to ask pretty much any question (Well within reason, of course). Let’s say you struggle to sincerely believe your affirmations when it comes to your looks and appeal to people. So using the rule of 3, you provide yourself with the reassurance of just how awesome you are and to serve as reminders as well as your daily affirmations to yourself. You start by asking, “Am I appealing to people?” and you find that:
You have an Aries Venus in the 10th house conjunct your Aries mercury. When you break it down you realize that you have a one-of-a-kind energy and passion (Aries) that is immediately noticeable to people upon their first impression (10h). And that without a doubt, not only are you physically beautiful, but it also goes hand in hand (conjunction) with the way you speak and express yourself to the world (mercury).
You find that you have a mars-Jupiter conjuction in the 11th house. When you break it down you realize that this allows a boost in helpful energy when it comes to networking (11h). You find that people, especially in your community and even on social media (11h), will be drawn to you as you are so optimistic (Jupiter) and fun to be around, not to mention very attractive (mars).
You spot your libra moon in the 4th house. When you break it down you come to realize that you have a very elegant, fair and beautiful (libra) manner of relating to people (moon). And you try as much as possible to make others feel comfortable by being caring and intuitive.. especially when it comes to your loved ones (4h).
Astrology can provide us with a more in-depth understanding of our personalities in a straightforward and fair way. It teaches us that nothing is ever positive or negative. We are all complex, multifaceted beings and we have much more power than we believe. Astrology can serve as a tool and a guide. It can assist us in dealing with tough or difficult events in life by indicating when more challenging energy is present in various facets of our lives and where our attention should be focused in the current time. The rule of 3 can assist you in unlearning self-destructive behaviors in relationships, gaining insight into the best career paths to follow, or, in the simplest form, gaining comfort about the features and attributes you are proud of or anxious about. We are all endowed with endless potential, and we should never see our charts as stagnant and unchanging energy, when in actuality, we are changing all the time. -rxmxa💕✨
Focusing on Performance. Having our practice abide by an aesthetic can be empowering, but it’s not our goal. A lot of folks find that beauty becomes a mental obstacle later on. Not every magical thing will look and feel ultra mystical, and chasing the feeling/aesthetic distracts us from why we’re really here. Antidote: Take a moment to step back from the emotions and focus instead on the results. Start small. What’s something little you want to achieve? Find a way to do it with magic and then just do it.
Avoiding Struggle. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is your craft. Witchcraft is a lifelong study, that takes serious practice. All skills take time to develop. Nobody likes to struggle at something, but avoiding all struggle shrinks your potential and opens you up to be manipulated by sketchy “quick fixes.” Antidote: Treat learning magic like you would any skill. Heck, maybe even pick a new mundane skill to learn alongside your practice to keep things in perspective! Make peace with the idea of being a student.
Not Asking “Why?” Roses are associated with love. Chamomile relaxes. Don’t eat food you give to the Dead. But why? What is the underlying aspect of the Universe at play in these? If we just accept stuff at face value and never look into why, we’ll only get surface level knowledge. Antidote: Find out why! Study science and folklore along with your magic. Look for patterns.
Cherrypicking Truth. If we only accept what supports our current worldview and write off everything else as fake news, then we miss critical opportunities to learn and grow. Antidote: Research critically, read from other perspectives, and listening to a diverse set of voices!
Self-Isolation. Humans are social creatures. Sometimes we get SO focused on the personal aspect of magic that we forget we have allies or people we can talk about all of this with. Antidote: Join online communities, seek out your local witchy gatherings, get in conversations with people about your craft!
Overexposure. On the other side of that coin, sometimes we can share so much about magic and the craft and our personal practice, that it scratches the itch of wanting to practice without us actually ever doing anything! We end up just talking/researching in lieu of practice. Antidote: Talk about a spell AFTER you preform it instead of before, or pick a few things that you just do for you and nobody else.
often the energy of both these signs tends to confuse others as they are so similar. with scorpios ruling planet being pluto & capricorns being saturn both signs are influenced to evolve through lessons and monumental changes. even in tarot, scorpio pairs with death and capricorn pairs with the devil.
both of these signs are the radical dark teachers of the zodiac because they don’t necessarily fear darkness, they understand its necessary & prefer to learn from it. they move throughout this world ready to change lives for the better and sometimes the worse (especially if they remain unaware and resistant to change). many believe when a scorpio enters your life, you are about to go through a transformation. when a Capricorn enters your life, you will learn the ultimate lesson.
in a way these two signs represent the darkest of angels, sent from the universe to bring out what you’ve hidden from your self. Spiritually, developed scorpios are good with shadow work and developed capricorns are good with inner child work.
of course scorpios and capricorns easily experience the most turbulence in their childhood which deals with destiny and the universe attempting to mature them through pain and when they come out on the other side they are changed for the better.
ultimately, scorpios and capricorns get along so well because of the harsh influence of their ruling planets and because they both are sometimes pawns in the grand scheme of life! within the realm of astrology, scorpios and capricorns are here to evoke transformation and necessary change.
path through life, basic self, early environment, beginnings, subjective self awareness, our effect on others, the way you operate, vitality, demeanour
🍒 2ND HOUSE 🍒
family life, food/drink, teeth, planning, work ethic, inner wealth, what you bring to the table, your unique talents, the will to live, self esteem, how you use your material goods, greed
📝 3RD HOUSE 📝
competition, your logical mind, aunts and uncles, local transportation, relativity, local culture, primary and secondary education, apprenticeship, modern means of communication and all practical things
💙 4TH HOUSE 💙
academic degrees, destiny, influence of the father, soul’s intention, your final years, home, both the home native comes from and the one the native will set up
🎨 5TH HOUSE 🎨
recreation, escape from responsibilities, the urge to produce, the urge to be special, the urge to influence, colour
🌸 6TH HOUSE 🌸
what you can control, what you must do, underling (a person lower in status or rank), competence, elegance, unequal relationships, boundaries, the body-mind connection, helpfulness, self-discipline, behaviour at work, minor obligations, servitudes, lower-ranking co-workers, minor illnesses
👥 7TH HOUSE 👥
projected self, concern for others, mutual relationships, mutual commitments, socialization, what we project onto others, desires, the native’s behaviour towards other people
💋 8TH HOUSE 💋
letting go, career change, regeneration and renewal, partner’s values, self-regeneration, cynicism, sizing people up, idle curiosity, people watching, late afternoon, happy hour, sexual self-esteem, sexual self-respect, sexual self-control, celibacy, masturbation, feeling relaxed, feeling at ease, mutual interest, interest rates, rate of exchange, energy exchange, energy regulations, reiki, suicidal feelings, losing interest in life, jealousy, as an indicator of life desires, gratitude, sponsorships, fundraising, patrons, child support, unemployment benefits, pension, buying time, emotional responsibility, emotional accountability, the ability to recognize other people’s gifts, talent scout, talent agent, longevity, vulnerability, psychological transformation
⛵️ 9TH HOUSE ⛵️
Luck, devotion, journeys of the mind, collective thought, foreign languages, risk, cultural exchange, mental exploration, in-laws, the understanding of abstract topics
🏆 10TH HOUSE 🏆
visible actions, taking power, boss, publications, honors, long-term goals, experts, men, masculinity, guides, influence of the mother, native’s social elevation as compared to his family background, potential fame
🏵 11TH HOUSE 🏵
side hustles, eldest sibling, income from job/career, winnings, love received, our role in groups, originality, eccentricity, sudden events, surprises, gains, native’s protectors, the place native occupies within the group
💜 12TH HOUSE 💜
retreat, release, self-sabotage, enlightenment, far away lands, asceticism, your hidden strength, old age, limiting beliefs, closure, solitude, service to humanity, retreats from the world, repressed parts of oneself, self-sacrifice, the final stages of a project, surrender, separation from society, imagination, creativity, arts, film, dance, poetry, journals, frustration, limitations, serious illnesses
LEARN TO LOVE YOUR PLACEMENTS it’s what you have to take from this post.
My Moontime started exactly during Summer Solstice 🙏🏻 I'm more calm when bleeding as I'm more open to talk about my needs, and also I'm less afraid of the days ahead because I started to see an opportunity to relax and read and feel, rather than exhaustment only. 🌱💚
