What Your First House In Astrology Says About You

Like the hit song “Me, Myself, and I,” we must work on ourselves when facing challenging times. Finding yourself at a crossroads in figuring out who you truly want to be comes down to understanding every choice you make, and your first house in astrology can help you grasp that. Our choices are based on everything we've experienced since birth, while we simultaneously shape those experiences in parallel with our inner selves. Whether it be career struggles, breakups, or loss, the only way out is to focus on your internal landscape.

Astrology is the modality that can help you fill the gaps regarding your past experiences, while also empowering you to shape your future choices. It all begins with conscious will, self-acceptance, and understanding. You are a continued masterpiece in the making, and you have the power to shape your future self into the best version possible. All you need to do is look up no matter where you are in your journey. Your birth chart is the guide map of your soul that can light up the way for you to live in sync with the Universe.

Let’s begin by learning about the first house and how you can find empowerment, vitality, and self-acceptance.

​What is the First House?

woman wearing a white dress, holding a yellow purse and some bouquets of flowers

Ajaila Walker/Dupe

The first house is your identity, personality, appearance, and everything necessary to you. This area in our chart excavates our inner fire and will. On the flip side, it also embodies our ego tendencies and the root of our motivation. The first house encapsulates our Ascendant (AKA rising sign), contributing to the root of our identity and personal preferences.

Concerning health, the first house rules your physical self and energy. It stands as the cornerstone, the foundation where our astrological origins begin. It reflects our present and future life. This house is crucial to master as it enables us to become more self-aware and conscious regarding our personality-driven tendencies.

Astrologically, each house is associated with a specific zodiac sign, and the First House is ruled by Aries, a sign known for its assertiveness, courage, and pioneering spirit. As such, those with a prominent First House often possess a strong sense of self, embodying confidence and leadership qualities.

The First House also governs the physical body, embodying the vessel through which we navigate the material world. Any planets residing in this house or aspects affecting it can offer insights into our vitality, appearance, and overall health.

Beyond the individual self, the First House also symbolizes beginnings and new initiatives. It powers up our momentum and sets the tone for our future decisions. Whether starting a new career path, starting a relationship, or pursuing personal growth, the energy of the First House showcases our courage and grit to pursue our desires.

TL;DR

Planet: Mars

Zodiac Sign Ruler: Aries

Key Words: Self, identity, consciousness, ego, drive, appearance

Understanding The Ascendant As Your Soul’s Compass

neon sigh that read

Katie Huber-Rhoades/Dupe

The Ascendant, also known as the rising sign, is the pivotal position that is crucial to see if you wish to achieve cosmic mastery in your life. This is why it's so important to know your time of birth; the rising sign is determined by minute and degree. It can be seen on the left side of your birth chart and represents the eastern part of the horizon where the planets rise.

The rising sign is the mask you wear and the armor you were given to express your personality. It's how you will be seen by others, and ultimately how you present yourself. You can also see the rising sign as the filter in your life experience as it initiates your soul into the body at birth. As it shapes your personality, it adds the brushstroke of colors and builds your view of the world. I like to see it as the book cover of your story. The ascendant also influences your physical appearance, energetic vitality, auric field, and constitution.

Think of your rising sign as your energetic frequency and how you embody it. It is the mirror we carry, and we can keep it clean and pristine or murky and distorted by our energy. Sometimes, we cannot stand what we see in ourselves, and that channeled energy emanates outward, creating distortion-filled experiences. If we begin to see the beauty within us and feel at peace, love, and harmony, this will attract what we wish and positive outcomes. The world will respond and reflect on all that we project. It’s that simple. Our rising sign is responsible for this active energy, and learning how to master it will be the key to helping you understand the nature of your personality while merging forces with your Higher Self. The Ascendant is the portal of your experiences, good and bad.

Understanding Your Ruler Planet

the moon

Wild Shots By Irina

You must also know that every rising sign has a planetary guide that governs your chart. Think of the planetary ruler of your ascendant as your guardian angel who will safely guide you toward your destination as you live your life. Knowing your rising sign will ensure understanding your mannerisms and disclose how to break habits not serving you. This is the stepping stone in learning to shine your best expression and attract the desired results. To see which planet is your cosmic guide for your birth chart, look to your ascendant sign as the reference point. Look up your birth chart here if you don't know your rising sign.

Aries: Mars

Taurus: Venus

Gemini: Mercury

Cancer: Moon

Leo: Sun

Virgo: Mercury

Libra: Venus

Scorpio: Pluto

Sagittarius: Jupiter

Capricorn: Saturn

Aquarius: Uranus

Pisces: Neptune

Want to learn the astrology basics and decode your birth chart? Take a look at Lumi's beginner's astrology workbook!

For more astrology advice, be sure to Ask Lumi here and follow the convo on Facebook!

Header image by Mel Quesnelle/Dupe

Like Brit + Co's content? Be sure to follow us for more!