Astrological Houses: The Second House in Brief

While the First House is related to you and how you project yourself, the Second House is connected to everything valuable to you, those things that help you project yourself into the world. This means money and all tangible and physical. But it's also more than that. it's your sense of values and what you hold dear. It's what you want, what you need, and your beliefs about what you want and need.

Your beliefs about what you have, want, and need are important because they have a strong influence on how you feel and act in every situation you encounter. Changing these core beliefs can have a profound impact on your circumstances, physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

We all create our own reality through our perceptions and beliefs. And these perceptions and beliefs help shape our physical reality. If you doubt this, reflect on the many ways in which your beliefs about what is valuable to you have had an influence on your behavior and the circumstances that have resulted from this behavior. With a little reflection, you'll see that it's all connected, and this is what the Second House represents in western astrology.

The signs that sits on the cups of your Second House, as well as any planets that occupy this house, can tell you a lot about your sense of values and your capacity for making money. If this connection seems a little odd, remember that your capacity for making money is a result of your sense of values. The planets and sign can also symbolize how you feel about possessions, both your own and just possessions in general.

Whether you have a lot of money or simply want to have a lot, you should look to the Second House for a fresh view on how you feel about possessions. You may find that what has been stopping you from truly accomplishing your financial goals doesn't really have anything to do with how much you have. Instead, it's how you feel about what you own, and owning in general, that control what you can and cannot accomplish in this life. Realizing that you may feel negatively about people who have more than you do might explain why you won't allow yourself to create a reality in which you are successful. You can change your physical life by changing your beliefs, and this is the message of the Second House.

The Second House is ruled by the planet Venus and the sign Taurus.

Astrological Houses: The Tenth House in Brief

The Tenth House is at the top of the horoscope. Since the Tenth House is opposite the Fourth House, the basic meaning of the Tenth House could be summed up as Where you are going. The Tenth House rules the career. The opposite of the Fourth House’s security of the home and hearth, the Tenth House indicates Fame and honor within the general public. The two houses are not exactly opposite in meaning. Instead, with their concern for the external part of our lives, they’re rather like two sides of the same coin.

 

The Fourth House is like the mother, encouraging security and nurturing. The Tenth House, however, is more the father, stern and insisting that you make your way in the world. You are encouraged to take the security of the Fourth House and go out into the world, taking chances and putting yourself out there. These two connected houses are really like two parents, each encouraging you towards a single goal — preparing the child for an independent and fulfilling life. Please note that these mother and father archetypes are just that — archetypes. Not all women fit the role of nurturer and not all men are stern. They’re archetypes, not stereotypes.

 

The Tenth House is ruled by the planet Saturn and the sign of Capricorn.

Astrological Houses: The Fourth House in Brief

The Fourth House is at the bottom of the horoscope. The sign and planets associated with the Fourth House tend to be concerned with our experience of the concept of our basic foundation, our support structure on earth, and how we feel about security in general.

 

Farming and real estate are usually connected to this idea and with good reason. But by applying the concepts of the foundation and support structure to other areas of our lives, we quickly come to realize that our home, our close family, and especially our mothers contribute significantly to our experience of support. We should also make an effort to understand that our past is our foundation. If these factors are disturbed or are completely unreliable or even absent during childhood, most psychologists would agree that it is difficult and sometimes impossible to compensate for the feeling of insecurity that might result.

 

So, taking all this into account, the basic meaning of the Fourth House could be described as “Where you are coming from.” Its importance is so great and so universal that it requires very little explanation. It should be noted that the Fourth House is ruled by the Moon and by the astrological sign of Cancer.

Weekly Astrological Horoscope: September 15th to September 21st 2012

Aries

This is a week to focus on your career. Something is happening at work that you don't want to miss out on, so be prepared to put in a few long hours of overtime. Because you'll be so focused, you might forget to get out and have some fun, so when a friend or acquaintance invites you out for the evening, accept and go enjoy yourself.

Taurus

Be prepared, but not for something awful. Instead, something good and perhaps even wonderful is heading your way, so keep your eyes open. You won't get any real warning, but that's okay. This good news probably focuses on family, so expect an announcement of some kind. This announcement may inspire a celebration, so put your party hat on.

Gemini

Communication is the theme of this week for you, Gemini. You might hear from an old friend, make new friends, or get an e-mail or text message that might change your life (or at least a small part of it). Watch for a new and unexpected message.

Cancer

You have a sharp mind, and many great ideas flow through this mind, but you tend to hide it behind your intense and vibrant feelings. Now, however, you want your impressive and unique thoughts to be heard, so put aside your feelings and learn or embrace the skills you'll need to do this.

Leo

Don't let your feathers get ruffled as this week unfolds, Leo. Things may seem a little tense, but you have options. A great many options, in fact. Take a few deep breaths and try to use reason and logic to sort things out. Your legendary temper won't get you very far.

Virgo

Don't let the opinions of others get to you. Let inspiration take you and express your natural abilities. Your inner light and confidence can guide you to something magnificent if you only follow your instincts. But someone in your life is jealous and trying to keep you from success. Don't let them succeed.

Libra

You ability to fret knows no bounds this week, so try to rein yourself in. You'll get a bit of news that may seem dire, but hold off. Don't let yourself overreact or jump to conclusions. There's a further bit of information that you need before you do anything. Be patient.

Scorpio

Temper, temper, Scorpio. Settle down and think about what you're doing. Is it really going to get you what you want? Or are you simply venting your anger? If you want to get ahead, you'll have to reach out a hand, and this is difficult to do if you're fuming.

Sagittarius

Try not to let your mind and wits be scattered about this week, Sagittarius. Keep yourself focused and single-minded as you tackle one thing at a time. Dividing your attention will only allow something important to slip through your fingers. Ask for help if you need it.

Capricorn

Your desire for change may cause a few problems this week. You might be tempted to take off on an extended vacation or make some changes at home. Don't abandon your responsibilities, and consult your family before you make any drastic changes. Otherwise, indulge this desire for a little while.

Aquarius

Spice up your personal life if you can just to avoid boredom. But in your professional life keep a cooler head. Situations at work are not quite as they seem, so look beneath the surface for truth. Then use this truth to benefit you and your ambitions.

Pisces

Arguments may crop up with disturbing frequency this week, Pisces. Take the time to calm everyone down and get to the root of the problem. Listen to what others have to say with a cautious ear. If you're stuck in a position where you have to spend some of your hard-earned money, consider other options.