Your Sun's sign is just as significant as the house it occupies. The Sun represents your personality, and the house it occupies is the area where the Sun will shine those very particular traits. Your Sun's house is a leading guide to your main life purpose. On a deeper level, it's also the part of you that you are always trying to improve. The Sun represents a quest in your life. Skills that you work on or elements of your personality that you try to improve are seen in the sign and house of your sun in your natal chart.
Sun in 1st house (Leo rising): Those with a Leo rising or Sun in the 1st house strives to be an individual. They have a strong presence, a rather dramatic presence that screams "I'm here! I have arrived, now let me entertain you!" A real desire to demonstrate who they are & what they're all about! This placement gifts them with a strong sense of self, so they always feel important and they work very hard to become someone with great distinctions. They are very optimistic and strongly focus on positivity, which inspires others to be the same. The more generous and supportive they are, the more friends they make, and they can attract members of the opposite sex like magnets. Self-expression and spontaneity are two of the most important things in their life. Everything else comes second, and while that may seem selfish to others, it's actually not. Those with this placement's main purpose in life is to always make the right impression.
Sun in 2nd house: Those with Sun in the 2nd house enjoy receiving compliments on their material possessions, but they can also become very ashamed if they cannot afford nice things. They always keep a brave face on, even when if they are struggling. They don't like asking for help, because they feel it makes them look needy & weak. It’s important for them to appreciate the value of people and relationships, not only the one of wealth. They should be proud of their family and friends because dreaming only of material items can really distort their view on life. Those with this placement feel most alive when they are on top of their finances. They must be careful of becoming overly attached to the materialistic lifestyle, & realize that their is much more to life than material possessions. On a more positive note, they always keep their word and never make promises that they don't intend to keep.
Sun in 3rd house: Those with their Sun in the 3rd house are an expert at transmitting information and making stories come to life. They love being intellectually stimulated and are always curious about what’s new in every domain. They would make a great translator, journalist and blogger, but also an efficient teachers because they are eager to communicate what they know. On the other hand, they want to feel heard when they speak. If others don't listen, interrupt them, or dismiss them, their ego becomes bruised. If there are any negative aspects in their chart, they may struggle with communication, or may sometimes feel undervalued for the things they have to say. They may also be the more quiet type, but when they do have something to say, they definitely want to feel heard. They enjoy the art of communicating, and sharing information with others is what makes them feel alive.
Sun in 4th house: Those with their Sun in the 4th house love spending time with family. Family is what makes them feel alive. Even if they aren't close with their own flesh and blood, they will strive to make a family of their own. The most important thing in the world for them is their family, being strongly attached to their parents, no matter if the relationship may have been in any way hurtful or disappointing. Their early development is strongly anchored in their roots, heritage, ancestral ways, the family traditions that they are aware of, their upbringing and the collective efforts they were involved in as a child. They want their home/living situation to feel comfortable. They want to feel like they are "home". Their close friends are like their "pack", they become family. Those with this placement make a great host when they have family gatherings. People feel very comfortable/welcomed in their presence.
Sun in 5th house: Those with their Sun in the 5th house thrive when they have an audience, or when they know others are paying attention to what they are saying/doing. They might like going to theatres, go partying or drama shows being that they love keeping themselves entertained. Even if they stay at home with a partner, they just love to have some type of entertainment that gets them fired up. They can also be very competitive, if they aren't already involved in some type of sport, sports would make an excellent outlet for that competitiveness. Creativity is what makes those with this placement thrive, so they'll most likely be appreciated as an artist or performer. Everybody sees then as original and they can really succeed if they are disciplined enough. It’s possible for them to focus too much on themselves and forget about others, but immediately become generous again, as soon as they remember to consider their loved ones too.
Sun in 6th house: Those with their Sun in the 6th house express their ego/identity through work. It is very likely that they have daily routines/rituals. They also might like helping others with they're daily routines or helping others get more organized. They love making to-do lists, and checking off each task once completed. They are a natural at organization & keeping things in order. They may very well have some type of OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). They would never stay in a job/situation where someone tells them what to do, they hate being criticized. They love when others notice their hard work, and love to be praised and admired for it. They can be very critical & nitpicky when it comes to co-workers, they strive when working alone or closed off from others, or when they are the one who's in charge. They are also very good with your hands & they would make a great healer.
Sun in 7th house: Those with their Sun in the 7th house perform beautifully for others, as they know exactly what others want/need. They are very proud of their negotiating skills and ability to bring peace/harmony into uncomfortable situations. Their sociability is usually aimed at bringing peace, but they only identify themselves based on what others think of them. They feel empty without a partner & they want to be liked by everyone -- rejection terrifies them. They must learn that harmony isn't always going to be possible and other peoples opinions are not that important. They feel most alive when in the company of other people (especially those who validate them). They love being noticed & admired for their positive qualities. They may struggle with self acceptance or their own individuality, and can sometimes mirror others accept them.
Sun in 8th house: Those with their Sun in the 8th house can be manipulative even if they do so unconsciously, they do this to gain control over others. They may not be able to express how deeply they feel, which is very frustrating to them. There is a possibility they have many unresolved childhood experiences. They may have felt left out or unseen while growing up, due to other people trying to silence them, or over power them. Their individuality could have been "shunned". They probably believe that fate sends them all kinds of hidden messages in order for self-awareness, which may make them feel interested in topics such as the occult and the paranormal. The more knowledgeable they become on these issues, the more they can start to develop from a spiritual point of view. The material existence is something they need to adapt to because their approach to life is rather esoteric. They are the type who looks for books on illumination and self-improvement, being very curious about taboo subjects and looking to discover great truths.
Sun in 9th house: Those with their Sun in the 9th house take pride in their deeply held beliefs (religious, philosophical, political, ethical, spiritual). What ever it is that they believe in is a huge part of their identity. They like when others come to them for guidance or advice or even knowledge, especially when it comes to something they study. They come alive when sharing information with others about subjects they know to be true. Opportunities will always appear in their life, but they will have to travel to far distances to get them. Any new experience makes them feel curious and eager to master the talents involved. They always want to go beyond limits and broaden their knowledge, so their view on life will be more interesting to others. Their purpose is to only enjoy the freshness of mental perspective, to grow, travel and encounter new philosophies. It's like the entire universe is plugged into their brain, which means many will be curious about them and what they have to say!
Sun in 10th house: Those with their Sun in the 10th house gets their ego & identity wrapped up in their accomplishments. They love to be applauded/recognized for these things. They know what it takes to master something & they posses a vital force to act with authority and make a responsible contribution to the world. They never let others stand in their way when their mind is set on something. They are very likely to choose a career that they would like to be known for publicly. They have a great need to feel accepted and acknowledged by society. They may feel themselves to be ambitious, seeking a position of power, honor, or leadership. Their drive, stamina and commitment generate an aura of calm and collected strength. They are at their best when they are able to fulfill a role earning the respect from others and gain insight into their inner motivation, in order to realize their true source of personal power. They have all that it takes to be a great leader, even if others see them as arrogant or bossy.
Sun in 11th house: Those with their Sun in the 11th house come alive when they are a part of a group/movement. They love finding people who share the same interests as them. They most likely have a "tribe", who encourages them and inspires them to do better. They enjoy being in the company of others who keep them entertained. Whatever groups they choose to participate in, they easily align their ideals and sense of purpose with those of the collective. Their sense of group awareness leads them to become a focus of leadership within the group. Whether a formal group leader or a influential friend among a group of friends, their awareness of connectivity impacts those in their circle and opens everyone up to share common goals and objectives. Their intuitive awareness of collective needs, wants, and desires gives them a sense of having a mission in life. Surrounding themselves with like-minded people gives them a sense of security and meaning, but they must be careful not to lose their own personal identity to a group cause or belief system.
Sun in 12th house: Those with their Sun in the 12th house feel most like themselves when they are alone and out of the public eye. They can come up with very creative ideas when they are in their own company. A lot of their creativeness comes from their collective conscious, in a kind of flash of lightening that just zaps into their mind when they are alone.
They are very creative, but they don't like others peeking in on their ideas when they are in the middle of creating them, this causes them to "freeze up". The sun in the 12th house represents a concentration of the vital force to be one with the unifying forces of cosmic awareness. Those with this placement are intuitively aware that they are within the source of creation. They likely identify themselves with formlessness, being more attracted to awareness itself than to any particular concrete form within it. They have to learn not to reject their own personal boundaries.
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