How do the planets affect us in astrology?
Planet positions when you were born influence your personality. We all have a unique birth chart that tells us exactly where each planet and constellation was in the sky at the moment of our birth. Each planet is associated with specific traits that impact our individual characters, moods, strengths, and weaknesses. Search “free birth chart calculator” and pick an option. Type in your date of birth, the time of your birth, and your birth location to get your birth chart. Each planet in your chart represents a facet of your personality. Planets travel through different zodiac signs (constellations) as they move through the sky. Each planet is linked to a specific sign of the zodiac.
Daily movements of the planets affect our everyday lives. From our vantage point here on earth, the planets and constellations are always moving around in the sky. To understand how the planets are affecting us, we have to know where they're located in the zodiac at any given time. The sun, moon, and inner planets—Mercury, Venus, and Mars—move relatively fast since they’re closer to earth. They influence short-term issues in our personal, everyday lives. The outer planets—Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, Pluto—take 7 years to move through the zodiac, so they tend to affect us on a large scale or generational level. Jupiter and Saturn govern interpersonal issues, while Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto influence big-picture issues and society.
What Each Planet Represents in Astrology
The Sun represents our identity, ego, and sense of self. The Sun is the brightest star in our solar system and it symbolizes our core being, our will to live, and our creative force. The sun’s movements govern important aspects of our personal lives like our health, well-being, and strength. Planet of Self Symbol: ⊙ Sign it governs: Leo Energy: Masculine
The Moon is the ruler of our emotions. The moon completes its circuit and moves through all of the zodiac signs in the space of a month. The moon is linked to memory, emotions, instincts, and the journey of our souls. The movements of the moon can impact our moods and dreams. Planet of Emotions Symbol: ☽ Sign it governs: Cancer Energy: Feminine
Mercury governs communication, intellect, and awareness. This planet influences our ability to communicate, explain, and understand the world around us. Logic, reasoning, teaching, and learning are also within Mercury’s domain. Mercurial energy is quick-moving and can make us feel restless. Planet of Communication Symbol: ☿ Sign it governs: Gemini and Virgo Energy: Neutral/ungendered
Mars governs our energy, passion, drive, and determination. This planet influences you to stand up and take action in your life. Sexuality, ambition, and competition are within Mars’ domain. Mars energy can sometimes feel aggressive, but Mars is also associated with bravery and honor. Planet of Passion Symbol: ♂ Sign it governs: Aries and Scorpio Energy: Masculine
Venus is all about pleasure, beauty, and harmony. Our emotional attachments, marriages, friendships, and other relationships are governed by Venus. Venus’s energy allows us to look attractive and to attract others to us. Socializing, empathy, the arts, and luxury possessions are all part of this planet’s pleasurable domain. Planet of Love and Money Symbol: ♀ Sign it governs: Taurus and Libra Energy: Feminine
Jupiter rules over luck, growth, and abundance. Jupiter encourages us to explore abstract ideas and governs the realms of religion and philosophy. Jupiter can affect our sense of optimism and bring good fortune to our lives. Planet of Luck Symbol: ♃ Sign it governs: Sagittarius Energy: Masculine
Saturn rules over hard work, boundaries, and the passage of time. Saturn is the taskmaster of the heavens—this planet demands that we get to work, take responsibility, and be disciplined in all things. Saturn also governs old age and the valuable wisdom we gain as we grow older. Planet of Karma Symbol: ♄ Sign it governs: Capricorn Energy: Masculine
Uranus governs social change and technological advancement. This planet influences radical shifts in perception that can bring about lasting change. Progressive ideals, new inventions, unconventional art, and large-scale intellectual ideas are all ruled by Uranus. Planet of Rebellion Symbol: ♅ Sign it governs: Aquarius Energy: Androgynous
Neptune governs the ability to transcend reality and harness energy. Dreams, illusion, mystery, and abstract thought are governed by Neptune. Neptune’s energy is tied closely to our spirituality and states of heightened awareness. This planet strongly influences poetry, music, dance, theater, and film. Planet of Illusion Symbol: ♆ Sign it governs: Pisces Energy: Feminine
Pluto governs creation, death, power, and transformation. Pluto's energy influences hidden aspects of ourselves. This planet's connection to creation means it governs the reproductive system, but it has a sinister side; destruction obsession, kidnapping, and crime are also part of Pluto's realm. No matter what we’re facing, Pluto wants us to transcend and transform. Planet of Power Symbol: ♇ Sign it governs: Scorpio Energy: Feminine
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