The Sun

The Sun is the center of our solar system and all of the other planets orbit around it. It rules the fifth house and the sign of Leo. In a natal chart, the Sun represents the self, and/or the ego. The house placement is determined by the time of day that a person is born.

In a transit chart, the Sun's placement in a house can indicate an area that is being rejuvenated and energized.

The Moon

The Moon is the Earth's satellite. It rules the fourth house and the sign of Cancer. In a natal chart, it represents our instincts and emotions, and/or "emotional style". It moves quite fast through a chart, changing signs every couple days.

In a transit chart, the Moon's placement can reflect the mood of interactions with others, as a result of the changing "emotional styles".

Mercury

Mercury is the fastest planet is our solar system. It rules the third house and the signs of Gemini and Virgo. In a natal chart, Mercury represents how the individual communicates with others.

In a transit chart, Mercury can represent what kinds of communication or messages a person is receiving during the transit.

Venus

Venus is the planet of beauty, love and affection. It rules the seventh house and the signs of Libra and Taurus. In a natal chart it can indicate how we socialize.

In a transit chart, Venus's placement can indicate pleasant events that occur in relation to the house it is transiting.

Mars

Mars is the planet of war, physical energy, sex and aggression. It rules the first house and the sign of Aries. In a natal chart, Mars can indicate one's physical and sexual drives.

In a transit chart, Mars can show which area of one's life is getting energized.

Jupiter

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system. It rules the ninth house and the sign of Sagittarius. In a natal chart, it can indicate how and where one will receive benefits and have good luck.

In a transiting chart, Jupiter's presence can indicate where there will be positive growth or expansion.

Saturn

Saturn is the great teacher and taskmaster. This planet has influences of restriction, limitation, discipline and karmic lessons. Saturn rules the tenth house and the sign of Capricorn. In a natal chart, it can show where one may face the most challenges in life.

In a transiting chart, Saturn's presence can indicate where one is learning difficult or challenging lessons.

Uranus

Uranus is the planet that rules all things unusual and unpredictable. This planet rules the eleventh house and the sign of Aquarius. In a natal chart, it can indicate where one experiences the desire for change or needs freedom of self-expression.

In a transit chart, it can indicate where there may be an occurrence of shocking or sudden changes or events.

Neptune

Neptune is the planet of illusion and dreams. This planet rules the twelfth house and the sign of Pisces. In a natal chart, it can indicate where (or if) one has artistic, musical or medical aspirations and abilities.

In a transit chart, Neptune can indicate where old useless structures or beliefs are dissolved.

Pluto

Pluto is the planet farthest from the Sun in our solar system. This planet rules regeneration through complete annihilation. Pluto rules the eighth house and the sign of Scorpio. In a natal chart, Pluto's placement can indicate where one is driven to succeed.

In a transit chart, Pluto's presence can indicate where transformation or irreversible change is occurring in one's life.