noob with the 'other' signs. thank you

This topic was created in the Chart Interpretation forum by hohenheim on Thursday, December 24, 2015 and has 22 replies.

Understanding Moon and Ascendant Signs in Astrology

Moon and ascendant signs are key components of your birth chart. The moon reflects your emotional nature, while the ascendant shows your outward personality and how others perceive you. Learning about these signs can deepen your self-awareness and enhance your astrological understanding without extensive paid resources.

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@hohenheim
10 Years

apparently there is the moon sign. and the ascendant. first time in my whole i knew about this, and i am quite interested.

i searched for birth chart interpretation and ended up i need to pay for me to learn 'something 'deep' about it. and then stumbled upon this site. can someone help me out please? thank you.

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@duchesslibro
11 Years1,000+ Posts

Some basic noob info..

"A birth chart or natal chart, in astrology, refers to a unique map of the universe with the native (you) at the center. It is calculated using the exact time and location of the native's birth for the purposes of gaining insight into the native's personality and potential.

A natal chart appears like a wheel that has been equally divided into twelve equal slices. Each slice is called a house, and is associated with a different zodiac. The positions of planets are marked by the houses they were present in when the native was born. For example, if Mars was directly above the person when they were born, they would have Mars in their Tenth House, which is located at the top of the wheel."

-skywriter.wordpress.com

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@hohenheim
10 Years

you can say that. i am, at times.

but that creeps me out though, how do you know such things? basically, how does one interpret that chart that way?

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@sultrykitty
11 Years5,000+ Posts

I don't personally like that style of chart since I'm an amateur. I like to see the houes numbered, otherwise I'm guessing.

I can see the aspect lines but I like Astro.com's charts. They're easier to read fot me.

You also get a pretty good overview Interpretation for free.

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@sultrykitty
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Posted by hohenheim
you can say that. i am, at times.

but that creeps me out though, how do you know such things? basically, how does one interpret that chart that way?

The 2 blue triangles. Each point is in a fire sign, and you have 2 triangles. It's called a Grand Trine.

Google "Grand FmTrune Fire"

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@sultrykitty
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You're assertive with your career...but you may not realize it because it just cones natueally to you. You are creative but may rely too much on natural talent and don't pyt in the effort required to be as successful as you could be.

Very fiery...all the attributes of fire. Impatient, a bright flash that can burn out quickly. You spend a lot of time thinking about work, money, and sex.

You tend to idealize your relationships and get disappointed when they don't measure up to the fantasy you've built up.

You also feel like obstacles come out of nowhere to hold you back in relationships, and don't feel like you hsve the patience to work around ir ovwr them.

You're ba serious and intense person, hard to just let go and have fun.

How'd I do?

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@hohenheim
10 Years

Though some parts of what you said make me feel in a defensive stance. Yes, I tend not to value relationships because they sometimes hinder me with work. I just have my priorities.

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@hohenheim
10 Years

Posted by Montgomery

Posted by hohenheim
sorry i just dont know how this wheel means, and how it works. help would be pretty much appreciated.

Looks like you were almost a Virgo... that was close.

You like to talk, don't you?

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Yes. I do. A talk with co-workers made me realize i don't know about this 'thing' and I didn't want not to know. Haha

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@Montgomery
13 Years10,000+ Posts

Posted by hohenheim

Posted by Montgomery

Posted by hohenheim
sorry i just dont know how this wheel means, and how it works. help would be pretty much appreciated.

Looks like you were almost a Virgo... that was close.

You like to talk, don't you?

Yes. I do. A talk with co-workers made me realize i don't know about this 'thing' and I didn't want not to know. Haha

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Yeah, I wouldn't put too much stock in it... it is what it is,

but we're only bound by it if we choose to be, imo.

🙂

You do have a bona fide LEO Stellium, though... and your

Gemini Moon is in the 7th House, so it will have a lovely

Venusian cast to it that appeals to others (imo).

Scorp Ascendant, which never hurts.... it will temper the

LEO Merc, which needs to be heard (mine does, anyway).

🙂

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@hohenheim
10 Years

Posted by Montgomery

Posted by hohenheim

Posted by Montgomery

Posted by hohenheim
sorry i just dont know how this wheel means, and how it works. help would be pretty much appreciated.

Looks like you were almost a Virgo... that was close.

You like to talk, don't you?

Yes. I do. A talk with co-workers made me realize i don't know about this 'thing' and I didn't want not to know. Haha

Yeah, I wouldn't put too much stock in it... it is what it is,

but we're only bound by it if we choose to be, imo.

🙂

You do have a bona fide LEO Stellium, though... and your

Gemini Moon is in the 7th House, so it will have a lovely

Venusian cast to it that appeals to others (imo).

Scorp Ascendant, which never hurts.... it will temper the

LEO Merc, which needs to be heard (mine does, anyway).

🙂

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those "Houses", i think i need to read more of that. Thank you, Montgomery 🙂

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@sultrykitty
11 Years5,000+ Posts

On the astro site, click on Horoscopes, then pick "personal portrait".

It will give a brief breakdown of important aspects and a short interpretation.

If you scroll to the bottom of that page, it will list all your placements and aspects. Then google what you see.

That should provide hours if entrainment! 😄