Let's talk about Houses
Let's Talk About Houses
In Short
If the planets symbolize what energy is being expressed, and the Zodiac sign symbolizes how that energy is being expressed, the House symbolizes what area of life the energy is being expressed in.
Each house is associated with an area of the human condition, starting with the self and then moving outwards to finances, communication, the home, etc.
When a planet visits a house, it stimulates that area of life. Looking at which houses the planets were in at the time of your birth helps you interpret the areas of life in which you express the most energy.
Purpose
Every aspect of the human experience is encompassed by one of twelve houses. Your house chart reveals which house each planet was in when you were born thus signifying what areas of life you are fated to fixate on.
Intention
First House
Ruled by Aries, the first house is the house of the self. It focuses on first impressions, new beginnings, and initiatives.
Second House
Ruled by Taurus, the second house covers the material environment. Finances, possessions, and the senses are integral to this house.
Third House
Ruled by Gemini, the third house rules communication, technology, and connection. It centers around community and education.
Fourth House
The Cancer ruled fourth house focuses on the home and intimate family life. It is the foundation on which we build our entire lives.
Fifth House
Ruled by Leo, the fifth house deals with expression, creativity, and attention. Everything colorful, playful, and romantic falls under this house.
Sixth House
The Virgo-ruled sixth house covers every aspect of self-care. Health, routines, organization, and exercise are all a significant part of this house. The sixth house also rules service and how we give to others.
Seventh House
Ruled by Libra, the seventh house focuses on partnerships and relationships. Unions, contracts, marriage, and business deals all fall under the seventh house.
Eighth House
The Scorpio-ruled eighth house is full of mystery, focusing on everything that lies under the surface. Birth, death, transformation, and intimacy exist within this house’s domain.
Ninth House
Ruled by Sagittarius, the ninth house represents education, philosophy, morals, and expansion. All that motivates people to learn and explore falls under this house.
Tenth House
The Capricorn-ruled tenth house sits at the top of the circle and is therefore the most societal. Government, tradition, achievements, corporations, discipline, and boundaries are all the focus of the tenth house.
Eleventh House
Ruled by Aquarius, the eleventh house fixates on community, connection, technology, and society. It also encompasses surprises and innovation.
Twelfth House
The Pisces-ruled twelfth house is the last house and therefore its focus is on endings, surrender, rest, and completion. It also encompasses isolation, institutions, and secrets.