Saturn or Cap 2nd House

"Usually, wherever Saturn is located in a natal chart signifies a problematic life area, as the ringed planet is considered a malefic. Does this general rule apply, though, when Saturn is placed in the house of material possessions and wealth? The truth is somewhere in the middle.

When Saturn is located in the second house, its behavior is strongly connected to the aspects he forms with other planets, while also to the sign in which it resides. Even though it is considered a rather restrictive planet, if it is placed in Libra, Scorpio, Capricorn or Aquarius he tends to reveal his positive traits. The same applies when he forms good natal aspects to planets; a supportive Jupiter or Venus might even turn him into a benefic. Nevertheless, the whole picture is more than complicate to understand.

Saturn in the second house gives a person who has been born to a poor family, or who has quickly and easily learnt to be able to live on minimal resources. This creates a survivor, someone who will start his finances from zero. Saturn is a slow moving and limitative planet, adoring hard work, serious approach and slow steps. When it is located in the house of finances, the individual will dedicate a lot of time and effort to build his income and establish his security net. The native needs to heal the traumas of his financial difficulties, so the second house issues are a very important area of his life where he shows extreme seriousness. This aspect can create workaholics, while in some situations when Saturn is very well-aspected even millionaires. In any case, success comes slowly and usually late in life. Nevertheless, when it comes there is no turning back; Saturn is the most stable planet and also protector of the old age. This placement signifies very wealthy old years.

When Saturn is located in the 2nd, the natal chart owner will not gamble or otherwise risk losses of wealth. The planet’s gloomy character may make the native forget about enjoying the money he earns, and keep too much aside for a rainy day. In extreme situations, it can create a very stingy person, which many times is not at all visible to himself. In addition, Saturn can bring melancholic thoughts and depression over material matters, even if things are not going so bad.

Of course, if Saturn is adversely aspected by malefics, the situation will be quite more difficult. The difficulties will be mostly internal, because the native will not be able to evaluate wealth correctly. He might be working too hard or too long, and just achieve some medium level income, feeling depressive of not reaching his goals of establishing an empire. His pessimism will evolve to a quite bigger problem than lack of money."

"People with such a placement are advised to treat themselves well, and celebrate the little things in life. If you have Saturn located in the 2nd house, you must understand that even though you need to cooperate with him and work hard, it is wrong to over-emphasize one planet and allow it take control of your life. By empowering some radically opposite planet in your chart, like Venus or Jupiter, you will give a lot more joy to your everyday moments and in the end receive even more pleasure while building your financial security. Search which pleasure houses are prominent in your natal chart, and don’t be afraid to indulge in activities that they rule. As a Greek proverb says, “too much work devours the boss”, so put a smile on your face and don’t forget to live!"

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"Saturn's way is one of effort and facing what we fear. A second house Saturn can fear lack and poverty, even if the coffers are full.

You might sell your soul for security or a big paycheck. Though I want to stress that you can't really sell your soul -- though there's a belief that you can. With Saturn in the Second, you might feel trapped and work hard at jobs that deny you full expression, or that feel punishing, and wear you down.

The fears of Saturn can keep in jobs at odds with your true life purpose.

At certain Saturn crossroads (like the Saturn return), there could be disruption to the structure that keeps you from growing. When you align yourself with your true values toward slow, steady growth, you are very driven to succeed.

And a Second House Saturn makes worldly gain a big deal. In his Complete Astrology book, Alan Oken writes, "A well-placed Saturn in this domicile indicates someone who can profit most from investing the least, but a poorly placed Saturn can deprive a person of wealth or at least bring certain fears concerning the use of money."

Where does this come from? It's one of the mysteries of Saturn and its teachings in our lives. Look to Taurus' ruler Venus in your chart, for more ease, pleasure, ways to enhance well-being. Is there a way to work hard at what you love?

The Second House relates to sensual Taurus, the sign of wisely growing toward a solid future.

The "Work" House

Saturn is primed to work, in the second house of Taurus and putting down strong roots. A sense of drive, and being willing to make sacrifices and persevere leads to success.

Traditional astrology lines you up for what's tangible, has "real" value. Your Saturnian instincts draw you into real estate, working with land, construction/contracting, apprenticeship/crafts or mastery of an art form.

Other possibilities take you into owning a business, architecture/landscape architect, engineering, interior design, catering, being a restauranteur, starting a microbrewery, a boutique, a salon, an herbal products or aromatherapy line. Venus is strong here, but given form, structure, definition.

The drive is to create substance, in work and at home. You want visible proof of what you've accomplished. This might be a comfortable home with all the fine furnishings. Or to reach a level of net worth that allays your fears of not having enough.

As we know, Saturn can be a taskmaster that gets out of hand. All work and no play is no fun, and leads to burn-out, resentment, stress, and ill health. You get worn down. Some with this Saturn labor under the assumption they're on their own. Look for collaborators, to share the work and the rewards."

"The second house and Taurus are about personal values. This house is directly across the Eighth House, which is to do with shared values and investments.

Saturn in this house means your standards are high, and you want to do things your way. There's a strong sense of self-reliance, and push to make the most of your natural gifts.

If you see how this is a progression from the First House of identity, in the Second, you are establishing yourself in a grounded, earthed way. You are cultivating your resources, and living your values.

Your great need to be established, and build up a strong, solid base, can lead to being inflexible and resistant to change. There can be a fear of losing what you have, if you're not in control of it.

But as you relax that fear, you find joy in sharing what you've created, and being at peace with what you've manifested in life."

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