Any idea how to spot the rising signs based on mannerisms (rather than physical looks)?
some quick short cuts though!
look for celebrities share their sun and search for people with that sun and the rising sign you might think they are!
the reason being is A LOT of similarities can be found with certain placements and positions. so say your crush is a Libra sun, you would look up Libra rising with various rising signs and what i usually do is watch interviews, look at young photos and so on! if you want to really dig into it you can look up sun and moon combos via house placements associated with the believed rising sign you think they may be. so say you thin the herd to a Scorpio rising and their Libra sun falls in the 12th while their Gemini moon is in the 8th you would then look up Pisces sun with Scorpio moon and see how they act, watch interviews and look for facial and emotional similarities! now this is stuff i do and it is quite a bit of work so i’m going to list a few simple traits that stand out and spread them out into decans to make it easier because not every decan share the same characteristics.
Aries rising : the first decan is the most energetic and impulsive of the bunch but also has tremendous stability. the last decan is superrrrrr grounded and can seem like an earth sign because their energy flows calmer. the second decan is a bit more untethered and can seem unpredictable and “hurt”
(first decan): Bubbly, headstrong, stubborn and incredibly childlike and youthful in mannerisms and in their outlook on life. always laughing unless Saturn or Pluto sit here or are in aspect.
(second decan): Lost, Confused or their attention span seems gated or easily distracted in some way. Sensitive, emotional, Independent but also cool and aloof, hard to read emotionally.
(third decan): Earthy, doesn’t seem like a fire sign, laid back, BLUNT, impersonal, INTENSE, strong observation and body language reading skills, tolerant and easily accepting of others.
Taurus rising: the last decan is fairly serious and can seem more like an angry bull if anything. they are also the most moody. the 1st decan is softer than the other two. and the second decan is the most detached of them.
(first decan): SWEET, impressionable, stubborn as hell, creative, artistic and deeply attuned to their feminine and emotional side, enjoying life by seemingly turning a blind eye. literal deer.
(Second decan): SMART, the mind is fast and sharp, stuck in their ways, scientist and “lovers of the ganja.” meditation, cautious and extremely personal and direct, sensual and horny, magnetism, hard not to fall for them flaws and all.
(third decan): stern, serious temperament, father time energy, stoic, erotic and sensual but more so in a environment way than a touching way. sublime attraction to music and art/dance. very nice weight gain, temper tantrums and aloofness. AMBITIOUS and shy/standoffish.
Gemini rising :the last decan is the most of an enigma and to me is the most complex of the three. the first and second decans are both fairy like but the first decan is more sweet and emotionally present while the second relies more on cerebral stimuli.
(first decan): Disconnected, strong romantic nature, seems grounded but also slightly off in a way. jaded personality. keeps interactions of all kind impersonal especially when in public. seem serious and rather harsh when meting a stranger. highly energetic and full of life at random moments(this is their real self).
(second decan): Magnetic as shit but also unstable as shit, passive, neurotic, camera ready personality, very silly and playful, emotionally available, very sympathetic and passionate, moody and escapist. can battle bouts of depression.
(third decan): ARTISTIC and extremely gifted in the art of human nature. More detached than any Aquarius you’’ll ever meet. live on another planet. can seem like they wont be staying for long. very strong energy and magnetism. “the demon gaze.” EXTREME emotional mood swings. Powerful emotions and can seem very tense or extremely disengaged.
Cancer rising : ALL of them are sensitive! but id say the first decan is the saddest looking or the most innocent and caring of the bunch even when they don’t want to be. the second decan is the more intense and aloof of them while the last decan is the most magnetizing of the three due to their flighty and intangible nature.
(first decan): Stoic, can seem miserable some moments as if the world is falling around them, or can look bright and innocent like a small infant. Very nurturing and cares a lot about the well being of others “genuinely.” can seem tired or agitated. VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY MOODY. hard to really understand or get to know. lives in their heads. very cunning and extremely smart and talented but never show this. detached and a bit cold to strangers.
(Second Decan): secretive. adaptive. extremely self aware. lack of pity or sympathy for others. INTENSE. intimidating. emotionally present but can also be too emotionally unavailable at times. cutting and raw. deep set stares. can be very private and hidden. STRONG sex appeal but in a divine feminine way even in men. strong sensuality and emotional sensitivity when they like you. VERY cold to outsiders and people who speak on their family or lovers.
(Third decan): The demon, chameleons, sheds personalities quite a bit. multiple personalities. dark.elusive. extremely caring and can seemingly surround a room in good vibes. very tender and very mothering. slow to except situations or circumstances. irrational tendencies. strong sex drive. illusion like temperamental. disappearing acts. beautiful energy.
Leo rising: the first decan is rather immature but they radiate the sun in full glory. the second decan is the most emotionally driven while the last decan is the most serious and mature of the bunch. dare i say they come across like a Capricorn/aries combo
(first decan): kitty cats. easily entertained. free love types. hard to tame and or get to settle down. LOVE the spotlight. strong aura. very easy going and deeply fixed personalities. Energetic as all hell. can seem bull headed or uncompromising. entertainers. sexually experimental and also very comfortable with sexuality and their expression of it both publicly or private. can be super detached especially when they are in a playful mood. SERIOUSLY they are like house cats so they are easily bored and can seemingly dismiss anything that doesn’t keep them entertained.
(Second decan): cubs. huge babies. can be very soft and act like teenagers from time to time. easily discouraged by things when they aren’t receiving encouragement. VERY personal. slow to open up. very sentimental and thoughtful. volatile emotions(in some men they can express this violently on their environment or on others, depends on the person and chart though). gentle. very goofy and playful people. negligent.
(third decan): Lions. Mature. stoic, intense. slightly emotionally unavailable for a long time until they trust you. Intense emotions. Lost. easily tired and can seem disengaged or disinterested. GETS very intent and serious when they like someone(their usual happy go lucky self disappears, they take romance seriously as hell.) intimate. sacrificial. very Strong instincts. observant. caring
Virgo Rising: the difference is that the first decan is more “virgo” than the other two. the last decan is the more completed version of virgo and seem the most emotionally available while the second decan is the coldest.
(first decan): Piercing energy. dark and sort of distant. strong mental activity. strong attraction to nature and the nitty gritty of life. Cerebral. very into conspiracy or the unacknowledged aspects of life. cynical. Very old souls. harsh beliefs. charismatic and poised. Very clear speakers and incredibly straight forward people. lacking in emotional compassion. can wear the work face quick. very sensual and touchy feely. very respectful and kind hearted. understanding. sensitive to others but may not completely “understand.” very warm natures.
(second decan): peaceful. keeps it simplistic and chill. not good at drama or confrontations. anger comes out at really bad times and have a hard time differentiating between their emotions. Strong sexual desires. can seem emotionally complex or as if they aren’t giving you “all of them.” doesn’t like being questioned. Domineering and dominate personalities(men more than women) types to give speeches or call everyone else sensitive. Hardworking and sacrifices a lot for work. weird relationship with romance, kinda center their life on it but also don’t care much for it.
(third decan): Another level. EARTHY. intense drive and passion. dedicated and loyal to friends and lovers and especially family. very sweet nature and comfortable with themselves. heavy energy. VERY charming and extremely sensual. can seem a bit like a ken or barbie with a more down to earth like energy. very clean and also very judgy of unsanitary situations. very emotionally open and extremely loving. relaxed and genuine.
Libra rising: they all share the very gentle and social nature but as you get into the ladder decans they become far more introverted. the first decan is the most lively and what you see in articles about Libra risings. the second decan is more quiet and slightly more emotionally scattered as they are more focused on others and struggle with identifying themselves. The last decan is the most intense of the Libra risings and can have very dark and rather isolated natures. they will seem the least like libra rising.
(first decan): playful and amiable. Very romantic minded but also Extremely self reliant and independent. Strong personalities. individuals. very perceptive and socially intelligent. very open and straight to the point. may struggle with darker emotions from time to time. Lighthearted as hell. naturally into the more darker or more sensual sides of life. bad boy and girl. feels everything hard. very innocent. not a mean bone in their body but boy can they be blunt as shit.
(second decan): sweet but distant. very present but also in a weird way not all the way there. emotions can hit like a nuke and subside just as quick. very sensitive to the emotions of others. can seem to lack deeper feelings or not really know how they feel. transparent. predictable. very likable. a military like personality from time to time. can seem to fluctuate between needing to be in control of things and not really caring. falls for someone sweet and understanding 99% of the time! looks don’t matter much to them.
(Third decan): Very dark. the emotional nature can be pretty intense and in some cases it can cause obsessive habits, self destructive habits, emotional disengagement, or even depression and unhealthy moods. tense temperament. do not like being alone. can be very mean or cold unintentionally. very distant. very magnetic and seem to have this spark about them that makes people naturally fawn over them. can feel draining. very giving and VERY passionate about friends and lovers but can struggle most with romance because their emotions shift A LOT. disciplined and extremely mature for their age. curious and also very responsible. can get stuck in ruts.
Scorpio rising: They all kinda share the energy of toxic behavior patterns but the types of patterns are unique to each decan(mind you this is a possibility not a norm) the first decan is the most intimidating and the more sexually and emotionally intense of the bunch. the second and third are a bit more relaxed emotionally but the second decan natives can be moody and harsh in nature due to their escapist tendencies. the last decan can be deceptive and slightly manipulative as they alter situations and perceptions as a means of concealing their actions or emotions.
(First decan): Intense. intimidating. thrill seekers. sex and emotions are hand in hand. manipulation and jealously can be very dangerously expressed here. they are highly self aware but may not try to fix their problems. emotionally intense and unreadable. lives in another mind space. gloomy and stoic. Can be TOO serious. Very slow to open up. can be very loyal and stuck on one person. hard to juggle their emotions and their everyday duties. very honest and genuine. lacks discipline or diplomacy. Dangerous energy. can seem like a bad idea. tend to tell people what they’re getting involved with before people try try to get close to them. not the type to cheat but can Be very contradictory personality wise. most of them are open to any and all sexual experiences be it same sex, orgy, and so on. they are big on accepting others as is. VERY sweet and gentle with their lovers.
(second decan): ominous. seems irritated. hates dishonesty and fakes. plays the field. strong sexual instincts. strong compassion for those around them. tries to fix everything. sharp tongues. may dress in brighter colors than most Scorpio risings and very big on expressing themselves. drug use and alcohol use is common territory, as are uppers and downers. using people, or things as escape mechanisms is a bad trait they have. understanding but also critical of others. lovers of music and dance. can be very strongly tied to music or have strong opinions about artist. HUGE judges of performances and what others create. very wet and or intangible presence. they don’t really seem there or can fade in and out of your memory.
(third decan): sunny but unstable. they are very open and smiley. can seem to have a positive outlook on life. may be emotional issues or inconsistent desires and needs. very smart and intelligent. athletic and or takes good care of their bodies. that said they tend to tie emotional states to their well being so if things aren’t okay with a lover or with things at home or even in general they can be sluggish, irritated, or even manipulate or hurt others just to feel in control of something. sweet but slightly disrespectful or lacking in awareness. moments of high energy and moments of low energy. usually very sociable and talkative. loves cerebral banter and can be very seductive vocally. may pick on or poke fun every once and awhile. super easy going and immature personality. risk takers and tend to see romance as a fun thing.
Sagittarius rising: energy colors all of the decans but i’d say the 1st and last decan are the typically loud goofsters while the second decan is more chill and more rebellious type.
(First decan): MASCULINE. can be pretty direct. they have this way about speaking and acting that can seem like they haven’t heard a word you said but their laid back and rather happy demeanor tends to throw you off. move fast and can seem to lack discipline. ACTIVE and can usually take the initiative in most situations. cool emotional state and usually avoids messier emotional displays. Likes fun and stimulation and can struggle when around more serious or intense feelings. HIGH sex appeal but can also seem like everything is just a game to them.
(second decan): somber. slightly ungrounded. can live life on a whim. goes where the wind takes them so to speak. the realm of sex and intimacy is always a curious world for them. can be very sensitive and emotionally expressive. very interested in the feelings of people. researcher types and tend to sort of investigate or interrogate people they meet. highly optimistic but a slightly more realistic energy. softies and don’t try to hide it. super supportive and sympathetic. LOVESSSSSSSSS foreign anything, tends to spend a lot of time going to culture festivals or out of the country. seems shy and quiet at first but can have the same gusto and enthusiasm as the other decans.
(third decan): very sensual and charming. they can seduce a room without much effort. they are great people readers. tend to be cautious of people and prefer their own space and their own time. down to earth but also a bit more intense. they don’t tolerate very much and can be very attracted to anything or anyone from a different region, culture or even long distance. they love a good party but also can fly into recluse mode real fast. temptations and lust can fuck them up. strong desire to live life their way, not overly tied to any one thing.
Capricorn rising: they all have the intimidating aura but i would say the first decan is the sweetest of them. the second decan is the most charming and romantically charged while the last decan is the most “Capricorn” like as they truly do prioritize their own goals and aspirations.
(first decan): Tender and sophisticated. they have extravagant taste and can have a hard time being around people who settle for whats given. strong minds and personalities. doesn’t trust much. very emotionally introverted. does not reveal all the details. can seem discerning. hard to please and also high standards. very abrupt. enjoys stable and more sensual means of enjoying themselves. the men and women tend to stay fit and can put a lot of work on keeping grounded.
(second decan): VERY stable. loves to explore and can seem like they are all over the place. very strong sexual drive and can be very obsessed with sex on the low(you wont know though). Takes their mental health very seriously and takes very frequent brakes and recuperation time. thinks everything over before reacting. prideful. usually a magnetic allure to them. can seem a bit tough or rough around the edges upon first meeting them. very sensitive and emotional and can have a very soft heart on a deep level when it comes to others and because of this they ARE very SOCIALLY awkward.
(third decan): Pompous and arrogant. Very aware of the potential in others. constantly working and pushing themselves to be the very best. Usually the types to place high value in fashion and their appearance. many of them have a strong energy and can easily intimidate you. they aren’t readily emotional and can lack the ability to understand the feelings of others. their emotions are not overly complicated which is part of the reason why. they enjoy a richness of character and can be very humble and appreciative of everything big or little. very much so Casanova types. many enjoy the chase while the ladder enjoy the rush of intimacy and romance. they are the hardest to get to settle down because they feel as though the world is vast, why waste your time on a fleeting moment. very energetic and drawn to movement.
Aquarius rising: the second decan is the most happy go lucky and quirky of the bunch while the first decan is kinda like a school student or researcher. the third decan is the most emotionally complex of them all.
(First decan): very soft nature. they are curious about everything. very dry on social media or through texting. love the unexpected and can enjoy challenging social norms or cultural exceptions of their era. The most emotionally available of the bunch and can have an easy time relating on an emotional level to people on a very deep level. kinda vain and lacks grounded beliefs. seems to spend more time questioning then answering. can be emotionally dark and intense but they have a naughty nature them as if they want things to get chaotic without realizing it.
(second decan): very earthy remarkably. they crave a lot of physical touch and can be a bit more communicative then the rest. they love all forms of communication and can use many as gateways to understand themselves. they are not easy to understand or know emotionally because they have so many unconscious walls. they live their lives in a sort of third person perspective. they can seem disconnected from their bodies or just move in a way that doesn’t go with their bodies. strong minded and can be very very brave. not the mist traditional of people but i’d say they are the most life on the prairie with flying saucers as you’ll get from Aquarius rising. THEY ARE ALWAYS TRANSFORMING AND TRYING TO BETTER UNDERSTAND THEMSELVES.
(third decan): can be very well spoken and incredibly mature. they take people and life pretty seriously but also have enough humility and good will to see life in a jokey and rather impersonal manner as well. they loveeeeee people and can be a people pleaser. this trait is most predominate in relationships though. they loathe falseness or a lack of genuine expression so they are keen on detaching or separating themselves instinctual if the sense it. they have the craziest fall back game. they tend to always be on the search for love but can seem to regret it once they have it. they struggle with finding a good balance between loner and co-dependent. they adore soft expressions of love from a far but can seem a little weird when it is done to them. They are always craving things that they don’t truly want.
Pisces Rising: all very intuitive but the last two decans can be more introverted about this.
(first decan): They have a beautiful presence. they have a very radiant and soft way of speaking. the manner in which they express themselves seems as fragile as glass and often times angel like. the eyes aren’t watery but they do have a aura of being delirious or mentally absent. they are very sensitive and can easily read intentions, desires or actions of others for what they are and react accordingly. They are VERY guarded spiritually and can seem to live on another plane. very strong musical ability or fondness of music. rarely in a foul mood but can snap very quickly when their integrity or their well being is put under spotlight. PRIVATE. likes to be left the fuck alone.
(Second decan): intense. nurturing and sensitive personality. slightly abrasive and raw. can seem a bit stoic or “too real” for some people. not the types to beat around the bush. makes emotional choices between them and other people before they get a chance to. can grapple with their intense feelings and emotions quite a bit so because of this they tend to be loners or picky socially and romantically about who they spend time with. LOVES kids. very spacey and intelligent. the manners are good but they can wane if they feel as though they are being disrespected. they aren’t moody when alone but much of their reactions and moods depend on the people they are talking to! so if you talk crazy to them expect that same energy back in full force and then some. VERY SEXUAL and these natives are also very private.
(Third decan): Ghosts. can seem secluded or emotionally tense. Takes things seriously and isn’t the type to reveal emotions or weaknesses. Very good at pretending or playing a role. “think drake’s song cameras.” they can have intense highs and lows behind closed doors and the only way of telling is by their detachment and escapism tendencies coming out full force. they are communicative to an extent but lack expressing the deep stuff. can take years to open up and can seem rather indifferent to emotions all together most of the time. strong desire to succeed and can have a very ambitious and emotionally self disciplined nature. may play the victim or manipulate in relationships but usually respect their lover HIGHLY to the point that they sacrifice much for them. typically grounded and stable they will seem the least like a Pisces rising and will seem more like Scorpio or Capricorn rising.
As a last note. planets aspecting the first house planet ruler or that sit in the first house period can greatly alter any of these interpretations. so try to guess the rising and use data of your generational planets to guess what might be aspecting what.
ex. Scorpio and Sagittarius risings might seem similar because Pluto in Sagittarius could rest in the 1st house or aspect the ascendant for both of these rising signs meaning you’d have to look at both interpretations.
