1st House
The House of Self
In astrology, the sky is divided into 12 houses, each representing a different area of life. Think of them as rooms in the great cosmic mansion of your birth chart—each one holding space for a specific theme: from the self and personal values, to relationships, career, and dreams.
While planets are the what (the energies at play), and signs are the how (the style or expression), the houses show where in life that energy is focused.
Let’s take a journey through each house:
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Theme: Identity, first impressions, physical body, self-image
This house is your cosmic front door. It reveals how you present yourself to the world, your personality, and your approach to life. Planets here shine through your outward expression and physical presence.
2nd House
The House of Possessions
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Theme: Money, values, self-worth, material resources
This house speaks to what you value—both materially and emotionally. It shows how you earn, spend, and relate to your sense of security and abundance.
3rd House
The House of Communication
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Theme: Thoughts, speech, writing, learning, siblings, neighbors
This house rules the way you think, learn, and communicate. It’s also the house of short journeys and everyday interactions. Planets here influence your voice, curiosity, and mental outlook.
4th House
The House of Home & Roots
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Theme: Home, family, ancestry, emotional foundation
This house is the heart of your chart. It reveals your relationship with home life, your family of origin, and the private sanctuary you build for yourself. It also holds ancestral and emotional roots.
5th House
The House of Creativity & Pleasure
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Theme: Romance, joy, children, hobbies, self-expression
This is the house of the inner child. It rules what makes you feel alive—love, passion, play, and the urge to create. Planets here show how you express yourself and seek joy.
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Theme: Health, routines, service, work habits, self-care
This house governs your daily rhythms, wellness practices, and acts of service. It’s where you care for your body, contribute through work, and refine the rituals that keep life flowing.
6th House
The House of Daily Work & Wellness
7th House
The House of Partnerships
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Theme: Relationships, marriage, agreements, one-on-one connections
Opposite the 1st House of Self, the 7th shows how you engage with others in close, committed relationships. Planets here reveal what you seek (and mirror) in a partner.
8th House
The House of Transformation
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Theme: Intimacy, shared resources, death, rebirth, taboos
This house dives deep. It rules what is hidden or shared—emotions, finances, and power. It’s where transformation, healing, and personal alchemy happen.
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Theme: Travel, higher learning, philosophy, belief systems
This is the seeker’s house. It inspires you to go beyond borders—physically, mentally, and spiritually. Planets here expand your worldview and call you toward truth, purpose, and adventure.
9th House
The House of Expansion
10th House
The House of Career & Legacy
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Theme: Public life, career, reputation, authority, long-term goals
Sitting at the top of the chart, this house shows your path in the world. It reflects your ambitions, public image, and the mark you aim to leave behind. It’s your cosmic résumé.
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Theme: Friendships, social groups, hopes, collective visions
This house looks toward the future. It rules the people you collaborate with, your ideals, and the causes you support. Planets here guide how you connect with the greater whole.
11th House
The House of Community & Dreams
12th House
The House of the Subconscious
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Theme: Dreams, intuition, solitude, healing, the unseen
The final house whispers from the soul. It holds your inner world—your dreams, fears, spiritual connections, and unconscious patterns. Planets here often express themselves subtly or through intuition.
Together, the houses create the full landscape of your life. As planets move through them or take up residence, they activate those themes and bring cosmic focus to different areas of your experience.
